Empire, Minnesota
Empire Real Estate
Homes for sale, local facts and advice for buying or selling in Empire, Dakota County, from Huerkamp Home Group.
Key takeaways
What should you know about Empire at a glance?
Empire is a south metro city in Dakota County, home to 3,068 people. Here's what the public numbers say.
- Population: 3,068 (Census 2024 estimate; -2.2% since 2020)
- Median home value: $469,500, 23% higher than the Dakota County median (owner estimates, Census ACS)
- Median household income: $147,700, 39% higher than Dakota County
- Homeownership: 94.3% of households own their home (Minnesota: 72.2%)
- Getting around: about 51 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 41 minutes to MSP Airport in light traffic
- Schools: Farmington Public School District covers about 53% of the city
Sources: US Census Bureau 2024 population estimates and 2020–2024 American Community Survey; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.
For sale now
Where can I find Empire homes for sale?
The newest Empire listings, live from the NorthstarMLS. Open any home for photos, maps and saved-search alerts.
$379,9003109 201st Street W, Farmington, MN 55024MLS #7162130
Listing courtesy of Pemberton RE
$649,95019740 Brooklyn Court, Farmington, MN 55024MLS #7160682Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Integrity
$475,00019855 Burlington Path, Farmington, MN 55024MLS #7149017Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty
$849,90019732 Burlington Path Path, Farmington, MN 55024MLS #7131004Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Integrity
$835,000TBD Chippendale Avenue, Farmington, MN 55024MLS #7121786Listing courtesy of Fieldstone Real Estate Specialists
$649,95019719 Brooklyn Trail, Farmington, MN 55024MLS #7114277Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Integrity
See all 8 Empire homes for sale
- Under $400,000 1
- Under $450,000 1
- Under $500,000 2
- Under $600,000 3
- Under $700,000 5
- Under $800,000 5
- Under $1 million 7
- Under $1.5 million 7
- Under $2 million 7
- $1 million and up 1
- Single-family homes 5
- Land and lots 3
- 3+ bedrooms 5
- 4+ bedrooms 4
- 5+ bedrooms 2
- New construction 3
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Housing market · September 2026
Empire home prices and sales
Over the 12 months through September 2026, the median sale price in Empire was $410,000, up 13.9% from the year before, with 32 homes sold.
- Median sale price$410,000+13.9% vs. prior 12 months
- Homes sold32past 12 months
- Days on market40past 12 months
- Months of supply1.3end of September 2026
NorthstarMLS data via the Minneapolis Area REALTORS® Local Market Update, current as of October 7, 2026. Full Empire market report
Living in
What's it like living in Empire, MN?
The answer
Empire is a south metro city, and it's about 51 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and 46 minutes from downtown Saint Paul in light traffic. 98.2% of its homes are single-family houses, the typical home was built around 1997, and 94.3% of households own their home.
Demographics · Empire, MN
Who lives in Empire?
According to the Census Bureau, Empire's median household income is $147,700, 39% higher than the Dakota County median (Dakota County: $106,318). The median age is 37.3, 94.3% of households own their home and 37.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
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 Empire growing?
Empire's population shrank 2.2% between 2020 and 2024, from 3,138 to 3,068 residents, according to Census Bureau estimates.
US Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates.
Show as a table
| Year | Residents |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 3,132 |
| 2021 | 3,116 |
| 2022 | 3,090 |
| 2023 | 3,083 |
| 2024 | 3,068 |
School planning
Which schools serve a Empire address?
- Farmington Public School Districtabout 53% of the city
- Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eaganabout 47% 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.
Outdoor living
What lakes and water are in Empire?
Empire has little open water inside city limits, but lakes and regional parks are a short drive away.
No named lakes of 10 acres or more touch the city on Census maps.
Commute & transportation
How easy is getting around Empire?
Empire residents' average one-way commute is 30.4 minutes (Census ACS). 73% drive alone, 0.2% take public transit and 20.1% work from home.
Drive times from Empire
- 51 minDowntown Minneapolis
- 46 minDowntown Saint Paul
- 41 minMSP Airport
- 37 minMall of America
- 53 minUniversity of Minnesota
Drive times: OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data from the city's Census center point, light traffic. Rush hour takes longer.
Economy & jobs
Where do Empire residents work?
The largest share of employed Empire residents work in education, health care and social assistance (26.1%), followed by manufacturing (15.7%). The unemployment rate averaged 0.5% over 2020–2024 (Minnesota: 4.1%).
Census ACS 2020–2024, industry of employed residents 16 and older (C24050) and employment status (B23025).
- Education, health care and social assistance26.1%
- Manufacturing15.7%
- Construction10.7%
- Finance, insurance and real estate9.5%
- Professional, scientific and management services6.6%
- Transportation, warehousing and utilities6.4%
City comparison
How does Empire compare to Farmington, Hampton and Coates?
The three communities with the shortest drive from Empire, side by side.
| Metric | Empire | Farmington | Hampton | Coates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population (2024) | 3,068 | 24,464 | 714 | 136 |
| Change since 2020 | -2.2% | +3.3% | -3.8% | -4.9% |
| Median home value | $470K | $366K | $318K | $240K |
| Median household income | $148K | $124K | $110K | $82K |
| Median gross rent | $2,052 | $1,241 | $1,083 | $1,146 |
| Homeowners | 94.3% | 86.5% | 95.5% | 65.6% |
| Median age | 37.3 | 35.4 | 37 | 36.8 |
| Average commute | 30.4 min | 27.7 min | 29 min | 24.6 min |
| Drive to downtown Minneapolis | 51 min | 41 min | 46 min | 37 min |
Census 2024 estimates and ACS 2020–2024; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.
Cost of ownership
What will a Empire home cost you each month?
Enter the numbers for a specific home. The price starts at Empire'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.
Selling in Empire
What's required to sell a home in Empire?
We haven't confirmed a city pre-sale inspection for Empire; 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 Empire right for you?
Who should buy a home in Empire?
- 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. Farmington 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 Empire?
- The property's current tax statement and homestead status from Dakota 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.
This weekend's open houses
Can you tour Empire homes this weekend?
Found a Empire home you like? We'll set up a private showing, usually within a day or two, or tell you when it has an open house.
Empire FAQ
What do Empire buyers most often ask?
What is the median home value in Empire?
The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in Empire at $469,500, 23% higher than the Dakota County median (Dakota County: $381,000). These are owner estimates; for current asking prices, see the Empire homes for sale in our home search.
How many people live in Empire, MN?
About 3,068 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 estimate. The city shrank by 2.2% between 2020 and 2024.
Which school district serves Empire?
Farmington Public School District (about 53% of the city) and Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan (about 47% of the city). School assignment depends on the exact address, so confirm it with the district before you buy.
How far is Empire from downtown Minneapolis?
About 51 minutes by car in light traffic, and about 46 minutes to downtown Saint Paul. Residents' average one-way commute is 30.4 minutes (Census ACS).
Is Empire a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Empire has a median household income of $147,700, 94.3% homeownership and a 30.4-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 Empire?
The median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $2,052 a month, compared with $1,548 in Dakota County (Census ACS 2020–2024).
How long does it take to close on a home in Empire?
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 Empire require an inspection to sell a home?
We haven't confirmed a city inspection requirement for Empire. 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.
Why Huerkamp Home Group
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Explore nearby communities
Which communities are close to Empire?
Drive times from Empire in light traffic, with each community's Census median home value.