Compare cities · September 2026
Dundas vs. Randolph
Dundas's homes are newer, with a median year built of 2003 against 1955. Randolph is closer to downtown Minneapolis: about 54 minutes by car, against 56. The two are about 11 miles apart, roughly a 24-minute drive.
Housing market, 12 months through September 2026
| Measure | Dundas | Randolph |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | — | $427,900 |
| Change from a year earlier | — | +10.3% |
| Homes sold | — | 7 |
| Days on market | — | 99 |
| Share of original list price | — | 98.1% |
| Price per square foot | — | $236 |
| New listings | — | 8 |
| Homes for sale (September 2026) | — | 3 |
| Months of supply (September 2026) | — | 2.5 |
Source: Minneapolis Area REALTORS® Local Market Update (NorthstarMLS data).
The homes
| Measure | Dundas | Randolph |
|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner estimate) | $325,800 | $291,000 |
| Median year built | 2003 | 1955 |
| Single-family homesShare of all housing units, detached houses | 98% | 92% |
| Owner-occupied homes | 97% | 79% |
| Median rent | $1,875 | $1,563 |
Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024.
The place
| Measure | Dundas | Randolph |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2024) | 1,806 | 458 |
| Land area | 1.8 sq mi | 1 sq mi |
| Drive to Downtown Minneapolis | 56 min | 54 min |
| Drive to Downtown Saint Paul | 57 min | 44 min |
| Drive to MSP Airport | 51 min | 42 min |
| Drive to Mall of America | 47 min | 44 min |
| Drive to University of Minnesota | 58 min | 54 min |
| Average commute to work | 24 min | 27.6 min |
| Lakes of 10+ acresMinnesota DNR lake outlines touching the city | 0 | 1 |
Source: US Census Bureau 2024 estimates and TIGER/Line; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing (light traffic).
Dundas
School districts: Northfield Public School District
How we compare places: by their homes, housing market and location only, from public sources, never by who lives there. Medians describe the middle home; both places have homes well above and below them.
Quick answers
Dundas or Randolph?
Which is closer to downtown Minneapolis?
Randolph, about 54 minutes by car in light traffic (56 from Dundas). To downtown Saint Paul: 57 minutes from Dundas, 44 from Randolph.
How far apart are Dundas and Randolph?
About 11 miles in a straight line between their centers, or roughly 24 minutes by car.
Which has more lakes, Dundas or Randolph?
Randolph has more: 0 lakes of 10+ acres touch Dundas and 1 touch Randolph (largest: Lake Byllesby), by Minnesota DNR lake outlines.
Which school districts serve Dundas and Randolph?
Dundas: Northfield Public School District. Randolph: Randolph Public School District. School district lines don't follow city lines, so check the district for a specific address before you buy.
Should I buy in Dundas or Randolph?
It depends on your budget, the kind of home you want and where you need to get to each day. This page compares the homes, prices and locations; a Huerkamp Home Group agent can show you homes in both and walk you through what's selling now.
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