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New Prague, Minnesota

New Prague Real Estate

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

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

Key takeaways

What should you know about New Prague at a glance?

New Prague is a south metro city in Scott County, home to 8,235 people. Here's what the public numbers say.

  • Population: 8,235 (Census 2024 estimate; +0.8% since 2020)
  • Median home value: $350,500, 16% lower than the Scott County median (owner estimates, Census ACS)
  • Median household income: $94,539, 21% lower than Scott County
  • Homeownership: 76.7% of households own their home (Minnesota: 72.2%)
  • Getting around: about 60 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 56 minutes to MSP Airport in light traffic
  • Schools: New Prague Area Schools 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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Where can I find New Prague homes for sale?

The newest New Prague listings, live from the NorthstarMLS. Open any home for photos, maps and saved-search alerts.

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Housing market · September 2026

New Prague home prices and sales

Over the 12 months through September 2026, the median sale price in New Prague was $390,000, down 1.3% from the year before, with 127 homes sold.

  • Median sale price$390,000−1.3% vs. prior 12 months
  • Homes sold127past 12 months
  • Days on market66past 12 months
  • Months of supply3.7end of September 2026

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

Living in

What's it like living in New Prague, MN?

The answer

New Prague is a south metro city, and it's about 60 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and 61 minutes from downtown Saint Paul in light traffic. 85.7% of its homes are single-family houses, the typical home was built around 1994, and 76.7% of households own their home.

Downtown Minneapolis60min
Downtown Saint Paul61min
MSP Airport56min
Mall of America51min
University of Minnesota63min
New Prague8,235 residents · Scott & Le Sueur County

Demographics · New Prague, MN

Who lives in New Prague?

According to the Census Bureau, New Prague's median household income is $94,539, 21% lower than the Scott County median (Scott County: $119,314). The median age is 36.2, 76.7% of households own their home and 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population8,2353,023 households
Median household income$94,539Scott Co. $119,314 · MN $89,062
Median home value$350,500Scott Co. $419,400 · MN $329,300
Median gross rent$1,389Scott Co. $1,568 · MN $1,280
Homeowners76.7%Scott Co. 83.8% · MN 72.2%
Bachelor's degree or higher32%Scott Co. 44.1% · MN 39.4%
Median age36.2Scott Co. 37.8 · MN 38.8
Single-family homes85.7%Median year built: 1994

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 New Prague growing?

New Prague's population grew 0.8% between 2020 and 2024, from 8,168 to 8,235 residents, according to Census Bureau estimates.

New Prague population, 2020–2024
8.1k8.2k8.3k8.4k202020212022202320248,15520208,15520218,27620228,28220238,2488,23520248,235

US Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates.

Show as a table
YearResidents
20208,155
20218,276
20228,282
20238,248
20248,235

School planning

Which schools serve a New Prague address?

  • New Prague Area Schoolsabout 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 New Prague look like by ZIP code?

ZIP 56071 covers most of New Prague.

ZIPShare of cityMedian home valueMedian household incomeHomeownersListings
56071100%$397,800$115,69083.6%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 New Prague?

New Prague 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 New Prague?

New Prague residents' average one-way commute is 24.3 minutes (Census ACS). 80.6% drive alone, 0% take public transit and 11.4% work from home.

Average commute24.3 minMN average 22.7 min
Drive alone80.6%of workers
Public transit0%of workers
Work from home11.4%of workers

Drive times from New Prague

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

Economy & jobs

Where do New Prague residents work?

The largest share of employed New Prague residents work in education, health care and social assistance (31.9%), followed by retail trade (11.6%). The unemployment rate averaged 2.8% over 2020–2024 (Minnesota: 4.1%).

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

Industries New Prague residents work in
  1. Education, health care and social assistance31.9%
  2. Retail trade11.6%
  3. Manufacturing9.4%
  4. Arts, entertainment, recreation, lodging and food9.1%
  5. Professional, scientific and management services8.8%
  6. Construction8.3%

City comparison

How does New Prague compare to Jordan, Belle Plaine and Elko New Market?

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

MetricNew PragueJordanBelle PlaineElko New Market
Population (2024)8,2356,8317,4445,193
Change since 2020+0.8%+2.5%+0.8%+7.4%
Median home value$351K$336K$318K$433K
Median household income$95K$110K$99K$152K
Median gross rent$1,389$1,192$1,342$2,200
Homeowners76.7%81.3%84%95.5%
Median age36.232.935.733.7
Average commute24.3 min32 min26 min27.7 min
Drive to downtown Minneapolis60 min50 min58 min42 min

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

Cost of ownership

What will a New Prague home cost you each month?

Enter the numbers for a specific home. The price starts at New Prague'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 New Prague

What's required to sell a home in New Prague?

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

Who should buy a home in New Prague?

  • 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. New Prague Area Schools 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 New Prague?

  • 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.

This weekend's open houses

Can you tour New Prague homes this weekend?

Found a New Prague 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.

New Prague FAQ

What do New Prague buyers most often ask?

What is the median home value in New Prague?

The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in New Prague at $350,500, 16% lower than the Scott County median (Scott County: $419,400). These are owner estimates; for current asking prices, see the New Prague homes for sale in our home search.

How many people live in New Prague, MN?

About 8,235 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 estimate. The city grew by 0.8% between 2020 and 2024.

Which school district serves New Prague?

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

How far is New Prague from downtown Minneapolis?

About 60 minutes by car in light traffic, and about 61 minutes to downtown Saint Paul. Residents' average one-way commute is 24.3 minutes (Census ACS).

Is New Prague a good place to live?

It depends on what you need. New Prague has a median household income of $94,539, 76.7% 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 New Prague?

The median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,389 a month, compared with $1,568 in Scott County (Census ACS 2020–2024).

What ZIP codes are in New Prague?

56071 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 New Prague?

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 New Prague require an inspection to sell a home?

We haven't confirmed a city inspection requirement for New Prague. 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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