New Trier, Minnesota
New Trier Real Estate
Homes for sale, local facts and advice for buying or selling in New Trier, Dakota County, from Huerkamp Home Group.
Key takeaways
What should you know about New Trier at a glance?
New Trier is a south metro city in Dakota County, home to 80 people. Here's what the public numbers say.
- Population: 80 (Census 2024 estimate; -3.6% since 2020)
- Median home value: $275,000, 28% lower than the Dakota County median (owner estimates, Census ACS)
- Median household income: $73,750, 31% lower than Dakota County
- Homeownership: 84.4% of households own their home (Minnesota: 72.2%)
- Getting around: about 50 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 38 minutes to MSP Airport in light traffic
- Schools: Hastings 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
New Trier home prices and sales
Over the 12 months through September 2026, the median sale price in New Trier was $180,000, — from the year before, with 1 homes sold.
- Median sale price$180,000— vs. prior 12 months
- Homes sold1past 12 months
- Days on market67past 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 New Trier market report
Living in
What's it like living in New Trier, MN?
The answer
New Trier is a south metro city, and it's about 50 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and 41 minutes from downtown Saint Paul in light traffic. 78.1% of its homes are single-family houses, the typical home was built around 1966, and 84.4% of households own their home.
Demographics · New Trier, MN
Who lives in New Trier?
According to the Census Bureau, New Trier's median household income is $73,750, 31% lower than the Dakota County median (Dakota County: $106,318). The median age is 44.7, 84.4% of households own their home and 18.5% 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. New Trier is small, so these survey figures rest on few responses and can have wide margins of error.
Population trend
How fast is New Trier growing?
New Trier's population shrank 3.6% between 2020 and 2024, from 83 to 80 residents, according to Census Bureau estimates.
US Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates.
Show as a table
| Year | Residents |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 83 |
| 2021 | 82 |
| 2022 | 81 |
| 2023 | 81 |
| 2024 | 80 |
School planning
Which schools serve a New Trier address?
- Hastings 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.
By ZIP code
What does New Trier look like by ZIP code?
ZIP 55031 covers most of New Trier.
| ZIP | Share of city | Median home value | Median household income | Homeowners | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55031 | 100% | $409,800 | $114,338 | 95.2% | 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 Trier?
New Trier 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 New Trier?
New Trier residents' average one-way commute is 32.7 minutes (Census ACS). 97.8% drive alone, 0% take public transit and 0% work from home.
Drive times from New Trier
- 50 minDowntown Minneapolis
- 41 minDowntown Saint Paul
- 38 minMSP Airport
- 41 minMall of America
- 50 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 New Trier residents work?
The largest share of employed New Trier residents work in manufacturing (28.9%), followed by arts, entertainment, recreation, lodging and food (20%). 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).
- Manufacturing28.9%
- Arts, entertainment, recreation, lodging and food20%
- Construction15.6%
- Agriculture, forestry and mining8.9%
- Education, health care and social assistance6.7%
- Wholesale trade4.4%
City comparison
How does New Trier compare to Hampton, Miesville and Randolph?
The three communities with the shortest drive from New Trier, side by side.
| Metric | New Trier | Hampton | Miesville | Randolph |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population (2024) | 80 | 714 | 132 | 458 |
| Change since 2020 | -3.6% | -3.8% | -2.9% | -1.5% |
| Median home value | $275K | $318K | $348K | $291K |
| Median household income | $74K | $110K | $96K | $104K |
| Median gross rent | — | $1,083 | — | $1,563 |
| Homeowners | 84.4% | 95.5% | 94% | 79.2% |
| Median age | 44.7 | 37 | 39.1 | 40.5 |
| Average commute | 32.7 min | 29 min | 23.8 min | 27.6 min |
| Drive to downtown Minneapolis | 50 min | 46 min | 57 min | 54 min |
Census 2024 estimates and ACS 2020–2024; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.
Cost of ownership
What will a New Trier home cost you each month?
Enter the numbers for a specific home. The price starts at New Trier'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 New Trier
What's required to sell a home in New Trier?
We haven't confirmed a city pre-sale inspection for New Trier; 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 Trier right for you?
Who should buy a home in New Trier?
- 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. Hastings 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 New Trier?
- 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.
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New Trier FAQ
What do New Trier buyers most often ask?
What is the median home value in New Trier?
The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in New Trier at $275,000, 28% lower than the Dakota County median (Dakota County: $381,000). These are owner estimates; for current asking prices, see the New Trier homes for sale in our home search.
How many people live in New Trier, MN?
About 80 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 estimate. The city shrank by 3.6% between 2020 and 2024.
Which school district serves New Trier?
Hastings 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 New Trier from downtown Minneapolis?
About 50 minutes by car in light traffic, and about 41 minutes to downtown Saint Paul. Residents' average one-way commute is 32.7 minutes (Census ACS).
Is New Trier a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. New Trier has a median household income of $73,750, 84.4% homeownership and a 32.7-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 New Trier?
The median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is — a month, compared with $1,548 in Dakota County (Census ACS 2020–2024).
What ZIP codes are in New Trier?
55031 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 Trier?
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 Trier require an inspection to sell a home?
We haven't confirmed a city inspection requirement for New Trier. 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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Explore nearby communities
Which communities are close to New Trier?
Drive times from New Trier in light traffic, with each community's Census median home value.