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Lakeland Shores, Minnesota

Lakeland Shores Real Estate

Homes for sale, local facts and advice for buying or selling in Lakeland Shores, Washington County, from Huerkamp Home Group.

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

Key takeaways

What should you know about Lakeland Shores at a glance?

Lakeland Shores is a east metro city in Washington County, home to 330 people. Here's what the public numbers say.

  • Population: 330 (Census 2024 estimate; -3.2% since 2020)
  • Median home value: $455,400, 8% higher than the Washington County median (owner estimates, Census ACS)
  • Median household income: $134,375, 16% higher than Washington County
  • Homeownership: 93.3% of households own their home (Minnesota: 72.2%)
  • Getting around: about 38 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 38 minutes to MSP Airport in light traffic
  • Schools: Stillwater Area Public School District covers about 100% 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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Housing market · September 2026

Lakeland Shores home prices and sales

Over the 12 months through September 2026, the median sale price in Lakeland Shores was $1,239,950, up 129.5% from the year before, with 2 homes sold.

  • Median sale price$1,239,950+129.5% vs. prior 12 months
  • Homes sold2past 12 months
  • Days on market1past 12 months
  • Months of supply0end of September 2026

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

Living in

What's it like living in Lakeland Shores, MN?

The answer

Lakeland Shores is a east metro city, and it's about 38 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and 27 minutes from downtown Saint Paul in light traffic. 100% of its homes are single-family houses, the typical home was built around 1984, and 93.3% of households own their home.

Downtown Minneapolis38min
Downtown Saint Paul27min
MSP Airport38min
Mall of America40min
University of Minnesota37min
Lakeland Shores330 residents · Washington County

Demographics · Lakeland Shores, MN

Who lives in Lakeland Shores?

According to the Census Bureau, Lakeland Shores's median household income is $134,375, 16% higher than the Washington County median (Washington County: $115,345). The median age is 39.4, 93.3% of households own their home and 34.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population330119 households
Median household income$134,375Washington Co. $115,345 · MN $89,062
Median home value$455,400Washington Co. $422,000 · MN $329,300
Median gross rent$1,375Washington Co. $1,710 · MN $1,280
Homeowners93.3%Washington Co. 81.3% · MN 72.2%
Bachelor's degree or higher34.2%Washington Co. 49.1% · MN 39.4%
Median age39.4Washington Co. 39.8 · MN 38.8
Single-family homes100%Median year built: 1984

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. Lakeland Shores is small, so these survey figures rest on few responses and can have wide margins of error.

Population trend

How fast is Lakeland Shores growing?

Lakeland Shores's population shrank 3.2% between 2020 and 2024, from 341 to 330 residents, according to Census Bureau estimates.

Lakeland Shores population, 2020–2024
3203303403502020202120222023202434120203412021338202233520233313302024330

US Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates.

Show as a table
YearResidents
2020341
2021338
2022335
2023331
2024330

School planning

Which schools serve a Lakeland Shores address?

  • Stillwater Area Public School Districtabout 100% 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.

FBI Crime Data Explorer

By ZIP code

What does Lakeland Shores look like by ZIP code?

ZIP 55043 covers most of Lakeland Shores.

ZIPShare of cityMedian home valueMedian household incomeHomeownersListings
55043100%$383,500$102,96691.1%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 Lakeland Shores?

Lakeland Shores has little open water inside city limits, but lakes and regional parks are a short drive away.

All Twin Cities lake homes

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

Commute & transportation

How easy is getting around Lakeland Shores?

Lakeland Shores residents' average one-way commute is 24.3 minutes (Census ACS). 79.9% drive alone, 0% take public transit and 17.4% work from home.

Average commute24.3 minMN average 22.7 min
Drive alone79.9%of workers
Public transit0%of workers
Work from home17.4%of workers

Drive times from Lakeland Shores

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

Economy & jobs

Where do Lakeland Shores residents work?

The largest share of employed Lakeland Shores residents work in education, health care and social assistance (27.8%), followed by manufacturing (18.1%). The unemployment rate averaged 1.4% over 2020–2024 (Minnesota: 4.1%).

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

Industries Lakeland Shores residents work in
  1. Education, health care and social assistance27.8%
  2. Manufacturing18.1%
  3. Professional, scientific and management services14.6%
  4. Construction10.4%
  5. Public administration8.3%
  6. Arts, entertainment, recreation, lodging and food5.6%

City comparison

How does Lakeland Shores compare to Lakeland, Lake St. Croix Beach and St. Marys Point?

The three communities with the shortest drive from Lakeland Shores, side by side.

MetricLakeland ShoresLakelandLake St. Croix BeachSt. Marys Point
Population (2024)3301,6641,005342
Change since 2020-3.2%-2.9%-3.6%-2.6%
Median home value$455K$374K$364K$523K
Median household income$134K$100K$102K$114K
Median gross rent$1,375$1,668$1,563$1,125
Homeowners93.3%86.6%97.2%92.1%
Median age39.456.252.745.9
Average commute24.3 min24.5 min23.1 min26.9 min
Drive to downtown Minneapolis38 min37 min41 min43 min

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

Cost of ownership

What will a Lakeland Shores home cost you each month?

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Selling in Lakeland Shores

What's required to sell a home in Lakeland Shores?

We haven't confirmed a city pre-sale inspection for Lakeland Shores; 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 Lakeland Shores right for you?

Who should buy a home in Lakeland Shores?

  • 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. Stillwater Area 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 Lakeland Shores?

  • The property's current tax statement and homestead status from Washington 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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Lakeland Shores FAQ

What do Lakeland Shores buyers most often ask?

What is the median home value in Lakeland Shores?

The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in Lakeland Shores at $455,400, 8% higher than the Washington County median (Washington County: $422,000). These are owner estimates; for current asking prices, see the Lakeland Shores homes for sale in our home search.

How many people live in Lakeland Shores, MN?

About 330 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 estimate. The city shrank by 3.2% between 2020 and 2024.

Which school district serves Lakeland Shores?

Stillwater Area Public School District (about 100% of the city). School assignment depends on the exact address, so confirm it with the district before you buy.

How far is Lakeland Shores from downtown Minneapolis?

About 38 minutes by car in light traffic, and about 27 minutes to downtown Saint Paul. Residents' average one-way commute is 24.3 minutes (Census ACS).

Is Lakeland Shores a good place to live?

It depends on what you need. Lakeland Shores has a median household income of $134,375, 93.3% homeownership and a 24.3-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 Lakeland Shores?

The median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,375 a month, compared with $1,710 in Washington County (Census ACS 2020–2024).

What ZIP codes are in Lakeland Shores?

55043 covers 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 Lakeland Shores?

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 Lakeland Shores require an inspection to sell a home?

We haven't confirmed a city inspection requirement for Lakeland Shores. 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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