Homes for Sale in Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis is the vibrant heart of the Twin Cities, renowned for its chain of lakes, expansive park system, and dynamic arts scene. From the bustling downtown core to charming historic neighborhoods, the city offers unparalleled urban living. It boasts world-class dining, professional sports, and a thriving economy.

Why Live in Minneapolis

Famous Chain of Lakes
World-class arts and theater districts
Extensive bike trail network
Diverse and historic neighborhoods

Minneapolis Market Snapshot

Monthly figures from the NorthstarMLS Local Market Update.

Median Sales Price

$350,750
+0.2%vs. September 2025

% of Original List Price Received

97.4%
-1.9 ptsvs. September 2025

Days on Market

55
+10%vs. September 2025

Closed Sales

352
+2.6%vs. September 2025

Homes for Sale

1,136
+10.7%vs. September 2025

Months Supply

3.4
+17.2%vs. September 2025
Balanced market

Supply vs. Demand Trends

Minneapolis Housing Market Today

Here is where the Minneapolis market stood in September 2026. Home values are holding steady within one percent of last year, with a median sale price of $350,750. Homes are selling 5 days longer than last year, averaging 55 days on market, and sellers are receiving 97.4% of their original asking price. The area is currently a balanced market with 3.4 months of supply. Active inventory is up 11% from last year to 1,136 homes for sale.

In a balanced market, neither side has a steep advantage, making careful pricing for sellers and steady negotiation for buyers the key to success.

In Minneapolis, homes were most commonly built in 1939 or earlier, about 48% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, and the average commute is 22 minutes. Roughly 40% of homes are single-family detached, and the median home was built in 1951.

Homeowners with a mortgage typically spend $2,128 a month on housing costs, similar to the Twin Cities metro and the median property tax bill is $4,339 a year.

Read the September 2026 Minneapolis market report

Data: NorthstarMLS Local Market Update via 10K Research, published October 12, 2026.

Minneapolis market questions

Is Minneapolis a buyer's or seller's market?

Minneapolis was a balanced market in September 2026, with 3.4 months of supply. Under about 3 months generally favors sellers, 3 to 6 months is considered balanced, and over 6 months favors buyers. There were 1,136 homes for sale.

How fast are homes selling in Minneapolis?

Homes that sold in September 2026 spent an average of 55 days on market, 5 days slower than a year earlier. Sellers received 97.4% of their original list price on average.

Are home prices going up in Minneapolis?

Prices were essentially flat, with a median sale price of $350,750.

Living in Minneapolis

Housing, cost of ownership and commuting, compared with the Twin Cities metro.

In Minneapolis, homes were most commonly built in 1939 or earlier, about 48% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, and the average commute is 22 minutes.

Data: ACS 2020-2024 5-year estimates

What does it cost to own a home in Minneapolis?

Homeowners with a mortgage typically pay $2,128 a month in housing costs and the median property tax bill is $4,339 a year.

Median home value

$362,200

Similar to the Twin Cities metro

The midpoint of estimated values for owner-occupied homes.

Median property taxes paid

$4,339/yr

Higher than the Twin Cities metro

The midpoint of annual property taxes paid by homeowners.

Typical monthly owner costs (with mortgage)

$2,128/mo

Similar to the Twin Cities metro

Median monthly housing costs for owners with a mortgage.

Typical monthly owner costs (no mortgage)

$850/mo

Higher than the Twin Cities metro

Median monthly housing costs for owners without a mortgage.

Median rent

$1,371/mo

Similar to the Twin Cities metro

The midpoint of monthly gross rent, including utilities.

What are homes like in Minneapolis?

About 48% of occupied homes are owner-occupied and the median home was built in 1951.

Owner-occupied homes

48%

Lower than Twin Cities metro overall

The share of occupied homes lived in by their owners.

Median year built

1951

Similar to the Twin Cities metro

The midpoint of years when homes in the area were built.

Home age by decade

The share of homes built during each period.

  • 2020 or later2%
  • 2010-20199%
  • 2000-20096%
  • 1990-19994%
  • 1980-19897%
  • 1970-19798%
  • 1960-19697%
  • 1950-19598%
  • 1940-19496%
  • 1939 or earlier43%

Types of homes

The share of housing units in each building type.

  • Single-family detached40%
  • Townhome / attached4%
  • 2-4 units12%
  • 5+ units44%

How do people get around in Minneapolis?

The average one-way commute is 22 min and 91% of homes have broadband.

Average commute

22 min

Lower than the Twin Cities metro

The average one-way travel time to work for commuters.

How people get to work

The share of workers using each listed way to get to work.

  • Drive alone52%
  • Carpool6%
  • Public transit7%
  • Walk or bike8%
  • Work from home26%

Homes with broadband

91%

Similar than Twin Cities metro overall

The share of households with a broadband internet subscription.

Estimates for the city as a whole. Figures are survey estimates and may differ from current market prices.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

What's Nearby in Minneapolis

OpenStreetMap lists 256 parks, 162 trails, 27 beaches and boat launches, 27 libraries, 129 schools, and 51 grocery stores within the Minneapolis city boundary.

Parks

256

146 named

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Official source: City of Minneapolis (opens in new tab)

Trails

162

140 named

  • 11th Ave South
  • 11th/12th Ave S Bikeway
  • 12th Ave Bike Boulevard
  • 13th Ave Ramp
  • 17th Avenue Bike Boulevard
  • 18th Ave NE Trail
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  • 18th Ave Ramp
  • 18th Avenue Northeast Trail
  • 1st Avenue South Bikeway
  • 22nd Ave NE Bike Boulevard
  • 24th St Bike Boulevard
  • 24th Street Pedestrian Bridge
  • 29th Ave Bike Boulevard
  • 29th Street Greenway
  • 2nd Avenue South Bikeway
  • 34th Ave Ramp
  • 3rd/4th Bikeway
  • 3rd/Central Bikeway
  • 40th Street Bikeway
  • 40th Street Pedestrian Bridge
  • 5th St Bikeway
  • 9th/10th Bikeway
  • Bde Maka Ska Bicycle Trail
  • Bde Maka Ska Bike Trail
  • Blaisdell Avenue Bikeway
  • Bluff Street South
  • Bluff Street Trail
  • Brackett Park Ramp
  • Bryant Ave Bikeway
  • Bryant Avenue bikeway
  • Bryant Avenue Ramp
  • Bryant Avenue South
  • Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail
  • Cedar Lake Parkway Bike Trail
  • Cedar Lake Parkway Trail
  • Cedar Lake Trail
  • Cedar Lake Trail Bike Path
  • Chain of Lakes Byway District
  • Columbia Parkway Regional Trail
  • Como Ave Bikeway
  • Dean Parkway Bike Trail
  • Dean Parkway Trail
  • Dinkytown Greenway
  • Downtown Riverfront Byway District
  • East 24th Street
  • East 24th Street Bikeway
  • East 26th Street Bikeway
  • East 28th Street Bikeway
  • East Franklin Avenue Bikeway
  • East Grant Street Bikeway
  • Emerson Bike Boulevard
  • Emerson/Fremont Bikeway
  • Franklin Ave
  • Franklin Ave Bikeway
  • Glenwood Ave Bikeway
  • Granary Corridor Trail
  • Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway
  • Great Northern Greenway
  • Hennepin Ave
  • Hennepin Avenue Bikeway
  • Heritage Trail
  • Hiawatha LRT Trail
  • Hiawatha Trail Connector
  • Humboldt Greenway
  • James I Rice Parkway Trail
  • Kenilworth Trail
  • Kenwood Trail
  • Lake Harriet Bike Trail
  • Lake Nokomis-Minnesota River Regional Trail
  • Lake of the Isles Bike Trail
  • Lake of the Isles Walking Path
  • Little Earth Trail
  • Loring Greenway
  • Lower Trail
  • Luce Line Regional Trail
  • Lyndale Ave
  • Lyndale Ave Bikeway
  • Marshall Avenue Bikeway
  • Martin Olav Sabo Bridge
  • Midtown Exchange Ramp
  • Midtown Greenway
  • Minneapolis Skyway System
  • Minnehaha Byway District
  • Minnehaha Parkway Regional Trail
  • Minnehaha Trail
  • Mississippi East Bank Trail
  • Mississippi River Byway District
  • Mississippi River Regional Trail
  • Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota-Alternate)
  • Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota)
  • N 16th Ave Bike Boulevard
  • North Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail
  • North Cedar Lake Regional Trail
  • North Emerson Avenue
  • North Hennepin Regional Trail
  • North Mississippi Park trails
  • North Washington Ave Bikeway
  • Northeast 18th Avenue Trail
  • Northeast 5th Street
  • Northeast Byway District
  • Northeast Diagonal Regional Trail
  • Northeast Diagonal Trail
  • Park Avenue Ramp
  • Park/Portland Bikeway
  • Plymouth Avenue Bikeway
  • Presidents Bicycle Boulevard
  • Queen Ave N Bicycle Boulevard
  • Richfield Bicycle Routes
  • Ridgway Parkway Regional Trail
  • River Trail
  • River-Lake Greenway
  • Riverside Ave Bikeway
  • Saint Anthony Parkway Regional Trail
  • Samatar Crossing
  • Shingle Creek Regional Trail
  • Shingle Creek Trail
  • South 12th Street Bikeway
  • South 2nd Street Bikeway
  • Stone Arch Bridge
  • The Gopher Way
  • Theodore Wirth Byway District
  • U of M Protected Bikeways
  • United States Bicycle Route 20 (Minnesota)
  • United States Bicycle Route 45
  • United States Bicycle Route 45A
  • University of Minnesota Bikeway
  • University of Minnesota Transitway
  • Upton Ave Bike Boulevard
  • Victory Memorial Byway District
  • Washington Ave Bikeway
  • West 28th Street Bikeway
  • West Franklin Avenue Bikeway
  • West Grant Street Bikeway
  • West River Parkway Trail
  • West River Pkwy Trail;
  • Whittier/Lyndale Bikeway
  • William Berry Parkway Bike Trail
  • William Berry Parkway Trail
  • Winchell Trail
  • Wirth Parkway Bike Path

Official source: City of Minneapolis (opens in new tab)

Beaches and boat launches

27

13 named

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Official source: City of Minneapolis (opens in new tab)

Schools

129

110 named

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