Compare cities · September 2026
Jordan vs. New Prague
Homes in Jordan sold for a median $442,000 over the 12 months through September 2026, 13% more than in New Prague ($390,000). Homes sold faster in Jordan: 52 days on market on average, against 66 in New Prague. Jordan's homes are newer, with a median year built of 1999 against 1994. Jordan is closer to downtown Minneapolis: about 50 minutes by car, against 60. The two are about 9 miles apart, roughly a 16-minute drive.
Housing market, 12 months through September 2026
| Measure | Jordan | New Prague |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $442,000 | $390,000 |
| Change from a year earlier | −0.5% | −1.3% |
| Homes sold | 131 | 127 |
| Days on market | 52 | 66 |
| Share of original list price | 97.7% | 97.0% |
| Price per square foot | $196 | $184 |
| New listings | 207 | 198 |
| Homes for sale (September 2026) | 38 | 38 |
| Months of supply (September 2026) | 3.5 | 3.7 |
Source: Minneapolis Area REALTORS® Local Market Update (NorthstarMLS data).
The homes
| Measure | Jordan | New Prague |
|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner estimate) | $336,200 | $350,500 |
| Median year built | 1999 | 1994 |
| Single-family homesShare of all housing units, detached houses | 76% | 86% |
| Owner-occupied homes | 81% | 77% |
| Median rent | $1,192 | $1,389 |
Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024.
The place
| Measure | Jordan | New Prague |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2024) | 6,831 | 8,235 |
| Land area | 3.6 sq mi | 3.9 sq mi |
| Drive to Downtown Minneapolis | 50 min | 60 min |
| Drive to Downtown Saint Paul | 56 min | 61 min |
| Drive to MSP Airport | 46 min | 56 min |
| Drive to Mall of America | 42 min | 51 min |
| Drive to University of Minnesota | 53 min | 63 min |
| Average commute to work | 32 min | 24.3 min |
| Lakes of 10+ acresMinnesota DNR lake outlines touching the city | 0 | 0 |
Source: US Census Bureau 2024 estimates and TIGER/Line; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing (light traffic).
Jordan
School districts: Jordan Public School District
New Prague
School districts: New Prague Area Schools
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
Jordan or New Prague?
Is Jordan or New Prague more expensive?
Jordan. The median sale price was $442,000 there and $390,000 in New Prague over the 12 months through September 2026, according to the Minneapolis Area REALTORS® Local Market Update. The median is the middle sale, so both have homes well above and below it.
Where do homes sell faster, Jordan or New Prague?
Jordan: 52 days on market on average against 66, over the 12 months through September 2026.
Which is closer to downtown Minneapolis?
Jordan, about 50 minutes by car in light traffic (60 from New Prague). To downtown Saint Paul: 56 minutes from Jordan, 61 from New Prague.
How far apart are Jordan and New Prague?
About 9 miles in a straight line between their centers, or roughly 16 minutes by car.
Which school districts serve Jordan and New Prague?
Jordan: Jordan Public School District. New Prague: New Prague Area Schools. School district lines don't follow city lines, so check the district for a specific address before you buy.
Should I buy in Jordan or New Prague?
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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