Scandia, Minnesota
Scandia Real Estate
Homes for sale, local facts and advice for buying or selling in Scandia, Washington County, from Huerkamp Home Group.
Key takeaways
What should you know about Scandia at a glance?
Scandia is a north metro city in Washington County, home to 3,951 people. Here's what the public numbers say.
- Population: 3,951 (Census 2024 estimate; -0.9% since 2020)
- Median home value: $475,800, 13% higher than the Washington County median (owner estimates, Census ACS)
- Median household income: $101,953, 12% lower than Washington County
- Homeownership: 88.7% of households own their home (Minnesota: 72.2%)
- Getting around: about 50 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 59 minutes to MSP Airport in light traffic
- Schools: Forest Lake Public School District covers about 82% 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 Scandia homes for sale?
The newest Scandia listings, live from the NorthstarMLS. Open any home for photos, maps and saved-search alerts.
$455,00019 Keystone Avenue N, Forest Lake, MN 55025MLS #7168590
Listing courtesy of First Equity Real Estate, LLC
Open Sun, Nov 8 · 6–8 PM$689,90020830 Odell Court N, Scandia, MN 55073MLS #7161168Listing courtesy of Real Broker, LLC
$1,250,00019225 Meadowridge Lane N, Scandia, MN 55047MLS #7158788Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Synergy
Open Sat, Nov 7 · 8–10 PM$450,00012969 182nd Street N, Marine On Saint Croix, MN 55047MLS #7157514Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Premier Realty
$299,90019193 Meadowridge Trail N, Scandia, MN 55047MLS #7156121Listing courtesy of Bridge Realty, LLC
$1,325,00011345 228th Street N, Scandia, MN 55073MLS #7145740Listing courtesy of LPT Realty, LLC
See all 22 Scandia homes for sale
- Under $200,000 2
- Under $250,000 6
- Under $300,000 7
- Under $350,000 8
- Under $400,000 9
- Under $450,000 11
- Under $500,000 12
- Under $600,000 12
- Under $700,000 13
- Under $800,000 14
- Under $1 million 15
- Under $1.5 million 20
- Under $2 million 20
- $1 million and up 7
- Single-family homes 9
- Condos 3
- Land and lots 10
- 3+ bedrooms 9
- 4+ bedrooms 6
- 5+ bedrooms 2
- New construction 1
- Lakefront 2
- 1+ acre 12
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. Listing data last updated November 3, 2026 at 9:49 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 Scandia sell for?
Homes sold in Scandia in the last 6 months, from NorthstarMLS.
See every Scandia sale on the map
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
Scandia home prices and sales
Over the 12 months through September 2026, the median sale price in Scandia was $677,500, up 18.9% from the year before, with 42 homes sold.
- Median sale price$677,500+18.9% vs. prior 12 months
- Homes sold42past 12 months
- Days on market64past 12 months
- Months of supply2.8end of September 2026
NorthstarMLS data via the Minneapolis Area REALTORS® Local Market Update, current as of October 7, 2026. Full Scandia market report
Living in
What's it like living in Scandia, MN?
The answer
Scandia is a north metro city, and it's about 50 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and 48 minutes from downtown Saint Paul in light traffic. 99.1% of its homes are single-family houses, the typical home was built around 1978, and 88.7% of households own their home.
Demographics · Scandia, MN
Who lives in Scandia?
According to the Census Bureau, Scandia's median household income is $101,953, 12% lower than the Washington County median (Washington County: $115,345). The median age is 46, 88.7% of households own their home and 40.9% 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 Scandia growing?
Scandia's population shrank 0.9% between 2020 and 2024, from 3,988 to 3,951 residents, according to Census Bureau estimates.
US Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates.
Show as a table
| Year | Residents |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 3,987 |
| 2021 | 3,969 |
| 2022 | 3,965 |
| 2023 | 3,950 |
| 2024 | 3,951 |
School planning
Which schools serve a Scandia address?
- Forest Lake Public School Districtabout 82% of the city
- Chisago Lakes School Districtabout 17% 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 Scandia look like by ZIP code?
2 ZIP codes cover most of Scandia.
| ZIP | Share of city | Median home value | Median household income | Homeowners | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55073 | 67% | $462,400 | $128,723 | 89% | Homes for sale |
| 55047 | 33% | $497,900 | $107,361 | 94.4% | 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 Scandia?
Scandia has about 5 square miles of water inside city limits. 14 lakes of 10 acres or more touch Scandia; each has its own page with the lakefront homes for sale on it.
- Big Marine Lake1,799 acres
- Bone Lake221 acres
- Keewahtin Lake92 acres
- Goose Lake76 acres
- White Rock Lake53 acres
- Fish Lake50 acres
- German Lake49 acres
- Sand Lake47 acres
- Long Lake45 acres
- Sea Lake44 acres
- Nielson Lake36 acres
- Hay Lake31 acres
- 2 more lakes
Commute & transportation
How easy is getting around Scandia?
Scandia residents' average one-way commute is 33 minutes (Census ACS). 65.6% drive alone, 0.6% take public transit and 21.2% work from home.
Drive times from Scandia
- 50 minDowntown Minneapolis
- 48 minDowntown Saint Paul
- 59 minMSP Airport
- 63 minMall of America
- 47 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 Scandia residents work?
The largest share of employed Scandia residents work in education, health care and social assistance (27.1%), followed by manufacturing (13.1%). The unemployment rate averaged 1.7% 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 assistance27.1%
- Manufacturing13.1%
- Professional, scientific and management services10.6%
- Finance, insurance and real estate10.2%
- Construction9.1%
- Public administration9.1%
City comparison
How does Scandia compare to Marine on St. Croix, Forest Lake and Centerville?
The three communities with the shortest drive from Scandia, side by side.
| Metric | Scandia | Marine on St. Croix | Forest Lake | Centerville |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population (2024) | 3,951 | 658 | 20,700 | 3,956 |
| Change since 2020 | -0.9% | -0.9% | +0.4% | +1.5% |
| Median home value | $476K | $470K | $394K | $377K |
| Median household income | $102K | $126K | $93K | $123K |
| Median gross rent | — | $2,250 | $1,421 | $1,398 |
| Homeowners | 88.7% | 94.4% | 72.9% | 89.2% |
| Median age | 46 | 57.3 | 39.6 | 40.5 |
| Average commute | 33 min | 32.1 min | 24.2 min | 25.9 min |
| Drive to downtown Minneapolis | 50 min | 57 min | 42 min | 36 min |
Census 2024 estimates and ACS 2020–2024; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.
Cost of ownership
What will a Scandia home cost you each month?
Enter the numbers for a specific home. The price starts at Scandia'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 Scandia
What's required to sell a home in Scandia?
We haven't confirmed a city pre-sale inspection for Scandia; 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 Scandia right for you?
Who should buy a home in Scandia?
- 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. Forest Lake 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 Scandia?
- 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.
This weekend's open houses
Can you tour Scandia homes this weekend?
Found a Scandia 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.
Scandia FAQ
What do Scandia buyers most often ask?
What is the median home value in Scandia?
The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in Scandia at $475,800, 13% higher than the Washington County median (Washington County: $422,000). These are owner estimates; for current asking prices, see the Scandia homes for sale in our home search.
How many people live in Scandia, MN?
About 3,951 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 estimate. The city shrank by 0.9% between 2020 and 2024.
Which school district serves Scandia?
Forest Lake Public School District (about 82% of the city) and Chisago Lakes School District (about 17% of the city). School assignment depends on the exact address, so confirm it with the district before you buy.
How far is Scandia from downtown Minneapolis?
About 50 minutes by car in light traffic, and about 48 minutes to downtown Saint Paul. Residents' average one-way commute is 33 minutes (Census ACS).
Is Scandia a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Scandia has a median household income of $101,953, 88.7% homeownership and a 33-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 Scandia?
The median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is — a month, compared with $1,710 in Washington County (Census ACS 2020–2024).
What ZIP codes are in Scandia?
55073 and 55047 cover most of the city. ZIP code areas and city limits don't match exactly, so check the city on the property record.
What lakes are in Scandia?
The largest named lakes inside the city are Big Marine Lake (about 1,180 acres), Bone Lake (about 222 acres), Goose Lake (about 84 acres) and White Rock Lake (about 76 acres), based on Census water maps.
How long does it take to close on a home in Scandia?
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 Scandia require an inspection to sell a home?
We haven't confirmed a city inspection requirement for Scandia. 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 Scandia?
Drive times from Scandia in light traffic, with each community's Census median home value.