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Elko New Market, Minnesota

Elko New Market Real Estate

Homes for sale, local facts and advice for buying or selling in Elko New Market, Scott County, from Huerkamp Home Group.

Updated October 7, 2026 · By Jason Huerkamp, REALTOR®

Key takeaways

What should you know about Elko New Market at a glance?

Elko New Market is a south metro city in Scott County, home to 5,193 people. Here's what the public numbers say.

  • Population: 5,193 (Census 2024 estimate; +7.4% since 2020)
  • Median home value: $433,100, 3% higher than the Scott County median (owner estimates, Census ACS)
  • Median household income: $152,150, 28% higher than Scott County
  • Homeownership: 95.5% of households own their home (Minnesota: 72.2%)
  • Getting around: about 42 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 37 minutes to MSP Airport in light traffic
  • Schools: Lakeville Public School District covers about 64% of the city

Sources: US Census Bureau 2024 population estimates and 2020–2024 American Community Survey; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.

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Where can I find Elko New Market homes for sale?

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Housing market · September 2026

Elko New Market home prices and sales

Over the 12 months through September 2026, the median sale price in Elko New Market was $465,000, up 6.9% from the year before, with 117 homes sold.

  • Median sale price$465,000+6.9% vs. prior 12 months
  • Homes sold117past 12 months
  • Days on market65past 12 months
  • Months of supply5.7end of September 2026

NorthstarMLS data via the Minneapolis Area REALTORS® Local Market Update, current as of October 7, 2026. Full Elko New Market market report

Living in

What's it like living in Elko New Market, MN?

The answer

Elko New Market is a south metro city, and it's about 42 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and 43 minutes from downtown Saint Paul in light traffic. 97.9% of its homes are single-family houses, the typical home was built around 2005, and 95.5% of households own their home.

Downtown Minneapolis42min
Downtown Saint Paul43min
MSP Airport37min
Mall of America33min
University of Minnesota44min
Elko New Market5,193 residents · Scott County

Demographics · Elko New Market, MN

Who lives in Elko New Market?

According to the Census Bureau, Elko New Market's median household income is $152,150, 28% higher than the Scott County median (Scott County: $119,314). The median age is 33.7, 95.5% of households own their home and 42.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population5,1931,557 households
Median household income$152,150Scott Co. $119,314 · MN $89,062
Median home value$433,100Scott Co. $419,400 · MN $329,300
Median gross rent$2,200Scott Co. $1,568 · MN $1,280
Homeowners95.5%Scott Co. 83.8% · MN 72.2%
Bachelor's degree or higher42.1%Scott Co. 44.1% · MN 39.4%
Median age33.7Scott Co. 37.8 · MN 38.8
Single-family homes97.9%Median year built: 2005

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates; population from 2024 estimates. Home values are owner estimates; values shown with “+” are the Census reporting cap.

Population trend

How fast is Elko New Market growing?

Elko New Market's population grew 7.4% between 2020 and 2024, from 4,834 to 5,193 residents, according to Census Bureau estimates.

Elko New Market population, 2020–2024
4.5k4.8k5k5.3k5.5k202020212022202320244,82220204,82220214,90620225,02620235,0525,19320245,193

US Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates.

Show as a table
YearResidents
20204,822
20214,906
20225,026
20235,052
20245,193

School planning

Which schools serve a Elko New Market address?

  • Lakeville Public School Districtabout 64% of the city
  • New Prague Area Schoolsabout 36% of the city

Ask the district for the school assignment of the exact address for the year you'll enroll, since boundaries can change. Being near a school doesn't guarantee a spot, and charter and private schools set their own rules.

Minnesota Report Card (Department of Education)

District coverage: US Census Bureau 2024 school district boundaries.

Crime data

How can you check reported crime near a home?

Ask the police department that serves the address for its current reports, and compare places only across the same time period and offense definitions. Missing data doesn't mean zero crime, and a citywide number doesn't describe a particular street.

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By ZIP code

What does Elko New Market look like by ZIP code?

2 ZIP codes cover most of Elko New Market.

ZIPShare of cityMedian home valueMedian household incomeHomeownersListings
5502071%$455,500$131,07199%Homes for sale
5505429%$433,100$157,09692.1%Homes for sale

ZIP code areas (ZCTAs) covering at least 5% of the city; values for the whole ZIP area, Census ACS 2020–2024.

Outdoor living

What lakes and water are in Elko New Market?

Elko New Market has little open water inside city limits, but lakes and regional parks are a short drive away.

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No named lakes of 10 acres or more touch the city on Census maps.

Commute & transportation

How easy is getting around Elko New Market?

Elko New Market residents' average one-way commute is 27.7 minutes (Census ACS). 74.4% drive alone, 0% take public transit and 18.6% work from home.

Average commute27.7 minMN average 22.7 min
Drive alone74.4%of workers
Public transit0%of workers
Work from home18.6%of workers

Drive times from Elko New Market

Drive times: OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data from the city's Census center point, light traffic. Rush hour takes longer.

Economy & jobs

Where do Elko New Market residents work?

The largest share of employed Elko New Market residents work in education, health care and social assistance (23.1%), followed by manufacturing (19%). The unemployment rate averaged 0% over 2020–2024 (Minnesota: 4.1%).

Census ACS 2020–2024, industry of employed residents 16 and older (C24050) and employment status (B23025).

Industries Elko New Market residents work in
  1. Education, health care and social assistance23.1%
  2. Manufacturing19%
  3. Professional, scientific and management services11.5%
  4. Public administration8.2%
  5. Retail trade7.5%
  6. Finance, insurance and real estate7.1%

City comparison

How does Elko New Market compare to Lakeville, Credit River and New Prague?

The three communities with the shortest drive from Elko New Market, side by side.

MetricElko New MarketLakevilleCredit RiverNew Prague
Population (2024)5,19377,9715,5898,235
Change since 2020+7.4%+12.2%+1.5%+0.8%
Median home value$433K$453K$595K$351K
Median household income$152K$139K$143K$95K
Median gross rent$2,200$1,806—$1,389
Homeowners95.5%87.8%97.5%76.7%
Median age33.736.844.836.2
Average commute27.7 min23.6 min24.1 min24.3 min
Drive to downtown Minneapolis42 min33 min38 min60 min

Census 2024 estimates and ACS 2020–2024; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.

Cost of ownership

What will a Elko New Market home cost you each month?

Enter the numbers for a specific home. The price starts at Elko New Market's Census median home value; the interest rate, property tax and insurance are yours to fill in from a lender quote, the county's tax statement and an insurance quote. This is an illustration, not a loan estimate.

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Selling in Elko New Market

What's required to sell a home in Elko New Market?

We haven't confirmed a city pre-sale inspection for Elko New Market; check with the city before you list. Every Minnesota sale still includes the state disclosures: property condition, wells, septic systems, radon, lead paint for older homes and more.

Selling in Minnesota: every city's rules and the state disclosures · Estimate your net proceeds

Is Elko New Market right for you?

Who should buy a home in Elko New Market?

  • Compare homes, not averages. Choose the space, layout and condition you need, and confirm it with an inspection.
  • Try the drive. Test your commute at the times you'd actually travel.
  • Check the schools for the address. Lakeville Public School District covers most of the city, but not all of it.
  • Budget the whole payment. Include taxes, insurance, association dues and upkeep.

Planning a move

What should I verify before moving to Elko New Market?

  • The property's current tax statement and homestead status from Scott County.
  • Lender, insurance and utility quotes for the exact address, plus any association documents and special assessments.
  • The seller's disclosures, including Minnesota's required radon and well disclosures.
  • Whether the city requires a point-of-sale inspection or certificate (Minneapolis and Saint Paul, for example, require Truth-in-Sale-of-Housing reports).
  • The school assignment for your enrollment year, confirmed with the district.

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Elko New Market FAQ

What do Elko New Market buyers most often ask?

What is the median home value in Elko New Market?

The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in Elko New Market at $433,100, 3% higher than the Scott County median (Scott County: $419,400). These are owner estimates; for current asking prices, see the Elko New Market homes for sale in our home search.

How many people live in Elko New Market, MN?

About 5,193 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 estimate. The city grew by 7.4% between 2020 and 2024.

Which school district serves Elko New Market?

Lakeville Public School District (about 64% of the city) and New Prague Area Schools (about 36% of the city). School assignment depends on the exact address, so confirm it with the district before you buy.

How far is Elko New Market from downtown Minneapolis?

About 42 minutes by car in light traffic, and about 43 minutes to downtown Saint Paul. Residents' average one-way commute is 27.7 minutes (Census ACS).

Is Elko New Market a good place to live?

It depends on what you need. Elko New Market has a median household income of $152,150, 95.5% homeownership and a 27.7-minute average commute. Visit at the times you'd normally drive, check the school assignment for the address, and compare total ownership costs before you decide.

What does it cost to rent in Elko New Market?

The median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $2,200 a month, compared with $1,568 in Scott County (Census ACS 2020–2024).

What ZIP codes are in Elko New Market?

55020 and 55054 cover most of the city. ZIP code areas and city limits don't match exactly, so check the city on the property record.

How long does it take to close on a home in Elko New Market?

Most financed purchases close about 30 to 45 days after an accepted offer, and cash purchases can close sooner. Your lender, the appraisal and the title company set the actual timeline.

Does Elko New Market require an inspection to sell a home?

We haven't confirmed a city inspection requirement for Elko New Market. Every Minnesota seller still owes the state disclosures (property condition, wells, septic, radon and more), and some counties require a septic inspection. Check with the city before you list.

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