Norwood Young America, Minnesota
Norwood Young America Real Estate
Homes for sale, local facts and advice for buying or selling in Norwood Young America, Carver County, from Huerkamp Home Group.
Key takeaways
What should you know about Norwood Young America at a glance?
Norwood Young America is a west metro city in Carver County, home to 3,774 people. Here's what the public numbers say.
- Population: 3,774 (Census 2024 estimate; -2.3% since 2020)
- Median home value: $299,300, 34% lower than the Carver County median (owner estimates, Census ACS)
- Median household income: $71,364, 43% lower than Carver County
- Homeownership: 74.6% of households own their home (Minnesota: 72.2%)
- Getting around: about 54 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 50 minutes to MSP Airport in light traffic
- Schools: Central 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.
For sale now
Where can I find Norwood Young America homes for sale?
The newest Norwood Young America listings, live from the NorthstarMLS. Open any home for photos, maps and saved-search alerts.
$849,900425 and 505 3rd Avenue SE, Norwood Young America, MN 55397MLS #7164349
Listing courtesy of Compass
$350,000482 Meadow Lane, Norwood Young America, MN 55397MLS #7158946Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Advantage Plus
$474,900505 3rd Avenue SE, Norwood Young America, MN 55397MLS #7163821Listing courtesy of Compass
$299,500125 Lake Street W, Norwood Young America, MN 55368MLS #7163575Listing courtesy of Kemp Real Estate
$250,00021 1st Avenue SW, Norwood Young America, MN 55397MLS #7162571Listing courtesy of Re/Max Advantage Plus
$299,000502 4th Avenue SW, Norwood Young America, MN 55397MLS #7150223Listing courtesy of Fox Realty
See all 24 Norwood Young America homes for sale
- Under $200,000 6
- Under $250,000 7
- Under $300,000 13
- Under $350,000 16
- Under $400,000 19
- Under $450,000 21
- Under $500,000 22
- Under $600,000 22
- Under $700,000 22
- Under $800,000 22
- Under $1 million 23
- Under $1.5 million 23
- Under $2 million 23
- $1 million and up 1
- Single-family homes 17
- Condos 2
- Land and lots 5
- 3+ bedrooms 11
- 4+ bedrooms 4
- 5+ bedrooms 1
- New construction 1
- Lakefront 1
- 1+ acre 2
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The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity℠ Program of the Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota, Inc. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Keller Williams Preferred Realty are marked with the Broker Reciprocity℠ logo or the Broker Reciprocity℠ thumbnail logo (little black house) and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers.
Keller Williams Preferred Realty participates in Regional MLS’s Broker Reciprocity℠ program, allowing us to display other brokers’ listings on our site. However, Keller Williams Preferred Realty displays only listings located in the Minnesota communities covered on this website. Some properties which appear for sale on this web site may subsequently have sold and may no longer be available. Listing data last updated November 3, 2026 at 7:33 PM (Central). Use of listing data is subject to the license agreement. Open House information is subject to change without warning.
Listings from NorthstarMLS, updated every hour from 8 AM to 10 PM.
Recently sold
What did homes in Norwood Young America sell for?
Homes sold in Norwood Young America in the last 6 months, from NorthstarMLS.
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This home sale information is not an appraisal, competitive or comparative market analysis, CMA or home valuation.
Keller Williams Preferred Realty is not a Multiple Listing Service (MLS), nor does it offer MLS access. This website is a service of Keller Williams Preferred Realty, a broker Participant of the Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota, Inc. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed.
The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity℠ Program of the Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota, Inc. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Keller Williams Preferred Realty are marked with the Broker Reciprocity℠ logo or the Broker Reciprocity℠ thumbnail logo (little black house) and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers.
Keller Williams Preferred Realty participates in Regional MLS’s Broker Reciprocity℠ program, allowing us to display other brokers’ listings on our site. However, Keller Williams Preferred Realty displays only listings located in the Minnesota communities covered on this website. Some properties which appear for sale on this web site may subsequently have sold and may no longer be available. Use of listing data is subject to the license agreement. Open House information is subject to change without warning.
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Housing market · September 2026
Norwood Young America home prices and sales
Over the 12 months through September 2026, the median sale price in Norwood Young America was $325,000, down 3.0% from the year before, with 51 homes sold.
- Median sale price$325,000−3.0% vs. prior 12 months
- Homes sold51past 12 months
- Days on market69past 12 months
- Months of supply2.6end of September 2026
NorthstarMLS data via the Minneapolis Area REALTORS® Local Market Update, current as of October 7, 2026. Full Norwood Young America market report
Living in
What's it like living in Norwood Young America, MN?
The answer
Norwood Young America is a west metro city, and it's about 54 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and 62 minutes from downtown Saint Paul in light traffic. 79% of its homes are single-family houses, the typical home was built around 1982, and 74.6% of households own their home.
Demographics · Norwood Young America, MN
Who lives in Norwood Young America?
According to the Census Bureau, Norwood Young America's median household income is $71,364, 43% lower than the Carver County median (Carver County: $125,946). The median age is 37.8, 74.6% of households own their home and 23.3% 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 Norwood Young America growing?
Norwood Young America's population shrank 2.3% between 2020 and 2024, from 3,863 to 3,774 residents, according to Census Bureau estimates.
US Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates.
Show as a table
| Year | Residents |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 3,868 |
| 2021 | 3,908 |
| 2022 | 3,875 |
| 2023 | 3,818 |
| 2024 | 3,774 |
School planning
Which schools serve a Norwood Young America address?
- Central 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 Norwood Young America look like by ZIP code?
2 ZIP codes cover most of Norwood Young America.
| ZIP | Share of city | Median home value | Median household income | Homeowners | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55368 | 52% | $309,800 | $71,250 | 75.2% | Homes for sale |
| 55397 | 48% | $352,800 | $81,957 | 83.4% | 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 Norwood Young America?
Norwood Young America has little open water inside city limits, but lakes and regional parks are a short drive away. 4 lakes of 10 acres or more touch Norwood Young America; each has its own page with the lakefront homes for sale on it.
- Barnes Lake119 acres
- Brand Lake78 acres
- Young America Lake76 acres
- Braunworth Lake37 acres
Commute & transportation
How easy is getting around Norwood Young America?
Norwood Young America residents' average one-way commute is 31.9 minutes (Census ACS). 75.7% drive alone, 0% take public transit and 12.9% work from home.
Drive times from Norwood Young America
- 54 minDowntown Minneapolis
- 62 minDowntown Saint Paul
- 50 minMSP Airport
- 47 minMall of America
- 57 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 Norwood Young America residents work?
The largest share of employed Norwood Young America residents work in manufacturing (32.5%), followed by education, health care and social assistance (28.2%). The unemployment rate averaged 3.7% over 2020–2024 (Minnesota: 4.1%).
Census ACS 2020–2024, industry of employed residents 16 and older (C24050) and employment status (B23025).
- Manufacturing32.5%
- Education, health care and social assistance28.2%
- Construction10%
- Retail trade7%
- Other services5.6%
- Transportation, warehousing and utilities3.9%
City comparison
How does Norwood Young America compare to Cologne, Hamburg and Waconia?
The three communities with the shortest drive from Norwood Young America, side by side.
| Metric | Norwood Young America | Cologne | Hamburg | Waconia |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population (2024) | 3,774 | 2,097 | 548 | 13,831 |
| Change since 2020 | -2.3% | +2.4% | -3.2% | +6.1% |
| Median home value | $299K | $384K | $240K | $431K |
| Median household income | $71K | $129K | $72K | $111K |
| Median gross rent | $1,073 | $585 | $955 | $1,330 |
| Homeowners | 74.6% | 90.8% | 74.4% | 80.3% |
| Median age | 37.8 | 37.1 | 35.6 | 38.4 |
| Average commute | 31.9 min | 26.7 min | 29.6 min | 25.2 min |
| Drive to downtown Minneapolis | 54 min | 47 min | 64 min | 48 min |
Census 2024 estimates and ACS 2020–2024; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.
Cost of ownership
What will a Norwood Young America home cost you each month?
Enter the numbers for a specific home. The price starts at Norwood Young America'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 Norwood Young America
What's required to sell a home in Norwood Young America?
We haven't confirmed a city pre-sale inspection for Norwood Young America; 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 Norwood Young America right for you?
Who should buy a home in Norwood Young America?
- 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. Central 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 Norwood Young America?
- The property's current tax statement and homestead status from Carver 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 Norwood Young America homes this weekend?
Found a Norwood Young America 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.
Norwood Young America FAQ
What do Norwood Young America buyers most often ask?
What is the median home value in Norwood Young America?
The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in Norwood Young America at $299,300, 34% lower than the Carver County median (Carver County: $453,600). These are owner estimates; for current asking prices, see the Norwood Young America homes for sale in our home search.
How many people live in Norwood Young America, MN?
About 3,774 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 estimate. The city shrank by 2.3% between 2020 and 2024.
Which school district serves Norwood Young America?
Central 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 Norwood Young America from downtown Minneapolis?
About 54 minutes by car in light traffic, and about 62 minutes to downtown Saint Paul. Residents' average one-way commute is 31.9 minutes (Census ACS).
Is Norwood Young America a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Norwood Young America has a median household income of $71,364, 74.6% homeownership and a 31.9-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 Norwood Young America?
The median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,073 a month, compared with $1,514 in Carver County (Census ACS 2020–2024).
What ZIP codes are in Norwood Young America?
55368 and 55397 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 Norwood Young America?
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 Norwood Young America require an inspection to sell a home?
We haven't confirmed a city inspection requirement for Norwood Young America. 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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Which communities are close to Norwood Young America?
Drive times from Norwood Young America in light traffic, with each community's Census median home value.
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