Eagan is one of the Twin Cities’ most established and well-rounded suburbs, sitting at the crossroads of I-35E, Cedar Avenue, and I-494 with quick access to both downtown Minneapolis and downtown St. Paul. With a population of roughly 68,000, strong ISD 196 schools, 60-plus city parks, and a median home price around $401,000, Eagan consistently ranks among Minnesota’s safest and most family-friendly communities. Whether you are a first-time buyer looking for an affordable townhome or a growing family ready to put down roots near top-rated schools and Lebanon Hills Regional Park, Eagan deserves a close look. I’m Travis Wyman, a South Metro Realtor with Pemberton Real Estate, and I help buyers and sellers navigate Eagan’s market every day.
Eagan Housing Market Overview
The Eagan real estate market remains competitive heading into 2026. As of February 2026, the median sales price in Eagan is $401,275, slightly above the Twin Cities regional median of $380,000. Year-over-year, prices are up about 2.2% from $392,500 in February 2025, a sign of steady, sustainable appreciation rather than the sharp swings seen in some metro markets.
Inventory is improving but still lean. Active listings sit at roughly 90 homes, up from 80 a year ago, and months of supply is 1.5, which still favors sellers but is noticeably looser than 2023 and early 2024. Median days on market has climbed to 39 days, compared to 33 days a year ago. Homes priced and presented well are still moving, but buyers are getting slightly more breathing room than they had in recent years.
New listings jumped from 54 in February 2025 to 67 in February 2026, so more sellers are entering the market. If you are thinking about selling your Eagan home, this is a strong window to list with motivated buyers still active and competition manageable.
For buyers, the combination of more choices and slightly longer market times means you have a better chance to negotiate, inspect carefully, and move at a deliberate pace, without completely losing the urgency that a tight market demands.
Eagan Neighborhoods
Eagan is a large city with genuinely distinct neighborhoods, from wooded luxury enclaves to affordable townhome communities steps from transit. Here are the areas I work most often.
Hills of Stonebridge sits in southern Eagan (ZIP 55123) and is one of the city’s more affluent pockets. Homes here are primarily three-to-five-bedroom single-family builds, many constructed between the 1970s and 1990s, on larger lots with mature trees. Neighborhood median values run around $550,000, and the area has very low vacancy, meaning when something comes up, it tends to move.
Cedar Grove in northeastern Eagan is a mixed neighborhood undergoing significant transformation. The Cedar Grove Redevelopment has brought new housing, a transit station, pedestrian-friendly streets, and the Twin Cities Premium Outlets to what was once a more dated corridor. You will find single-family homes, townhomes, and newer apartments here, with median values around $363,000, making it one of Eagan’s more accessible entry points.
Timbershore is a wooded townhome community near Fish Lake and I-35E in west-central Eagan. Built mostly in the 1970s, these two-to-three-bedroom split and multi-level townhomes appeal to buyers who want affordability, freeway access, and nature right outside the door. Recent listings in the area have been in the upper $200,000s.
Windcrest of Eagan is a planned townhome association in the 55123 ZIP with 76 units across 19 buildings, established in the early 1980s. It is a well-maintained HOA community with a neighborhood feel, and recent listings have ranged from roughly $215,000 to $309,000, making it one of Eagan’s more attainable options for first-time buyers.
Lexington Place, near Central Park Commons and the Eagan Town Centre corridor, offers condo-style units that are a fit for buyers prioritizing walkability to retail, restaurants, and transit over square footage.
Schools in Eagan
Most of Eagan is served by Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Public Schools, ISD 196, which is consistently one of the highest-rated school districts in Minnesota. A smaller portion of Eagan on the west and north edges falls within ISD 191 (Burnsville-Eagan-Savage) or ISD 197 (West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan), so always verify the district assignment for any specific address before you buy.
Eagan Senior High School is the flagship ISD 196 high school for the city. Niche gives it an overall grade of A and ranks it in the top 10 to 15 public high schools in Minnesota statewide. SchoolDigger places it 13th out of 480 Minnesota high schools. That is exceptional by any measure.
At the middle school level, Dakota Hills Middle School and Black Hawk Middle School both earn strong marks, with Dakota Hills receiving an A from Niche and Black Hawk an A-minus. Several ISD 196 elementary schools are located in Eagan, including Glacier Hills (an arts and science magnet), Woodland Elementary, Northview, Deerwood, Pinewood, Red Pine, and Thomas Lake.
For families interested in alternatives, Great Oaks Academy is a tuition-free classical charter school with an Eagan campus at 3560 Blue Cross Road. Faithful Shepherd Catholic School (PK-8) and Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran School are well-regarded private options in or near the city.
Commute and Location
Eagan’s location is genuinely hard to beat for commuters. You are roughly 14 to 15 miles from downtown Minneapolis and about 12 miles from downtown St. Paul, with typical drive times of 20 to 25 minutes to Minneapolis and 15 to 20 minutes to St. Paul in normal traffic.
Major routes through the city include I-35E on the west side, Cedar Avenue (MN-77) on the east, and I-494 running along the northern edge. MSP International Airport and the Mall of America are both about 10 to 15 minutes away by car.
For transit riders, Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) operates multiple park-and-ride options in Eagan: the Eagan Transit Station at 3470 Pilot Knob Rd, the Blackhawk Park and Ride at 4565 Blackhawk Rd, and the Cedar Grove Transit Station at 4035 Nicols Rd, which connects to the Metro Red Line BRT. Express routes serve both downtown Minneapolis and downtown St. Paul.
Major employers based in or near Eagan include the Minnesota Vikings’ Viking Lakes campus, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota, Solventum (the 3M health care spinoff), and Amazon distribution. The city’s employment density is part of what keeps demand for Eagan housing consistently strong.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Eagan maintains more than 60 city parks, and the outdoor options here are a major selling point for families and active buyers.
Lebanon Hills Regional Park spans nearly 1,900 acres across Eagan and Apple Valley, with over 14 miles of hiking and ski trails, mountain biking, lakes for paddling, and fishing. It is one of Dakota County’s crown jewels and practically a backyard amenity for many Eagan homeowners.
Cascade Bay Waterpark is a city-run outdoor waterpark with water slides, a lazy river, zero-entry pool, and a lap swim area. Families with kids will recognize this as a summer staple.
Caponi Art Park is a uniquely Eagan experience: an outdoor sculpture park with wooded trails, public programming, and concerts in a peaceful, art-forward setting.
Eagan Central Park and Festival Grounds hosts the city’s summer farmers market, the July 4th Funfest, playgrounds, fitness parks, and year-round community events.
Blackhawk Park offers a canoe launch, fishing dock, walking trails, sand volleyball, and a pavilion, with the added convenience of sitting adjacent to the Blackhawk Park and Ride.
Local Amenities
Eagan has excellent everyday conveniences. Central Park Commons at Yankee Doodle and Pilot Knob is a roughly 440,000-square-foot retail and dining hub anchored by Hy-Vee and including Hobby Lobby, Sierra, Marshalls, DSW, and a strong lineup of casual restaurants. The Eagan Promenade and Town Centre area adds T.J. Maxx, Old Navy, Barnes and Noble, and Kohl’s nearby.
For dining, Doolittles Woodfire Grill at 2140 Cliff Rd is a local institution for wood-fired American fare. Lone Oak Grill at 3010 Eagandale Pl has a large patio and an extensive craft beer list. Union 32 Craft House near Highway 55 is a local brewpub with 32 self-serve Minnesota craft beer taps and a full food menu.
The Eagan Market Fest runs Wednesday evenings from June through August at Central Park Festival Grounds. The Eagan July 4th Funfest is a long-running community tradition with a parade, carnival, live music, and one of the South Metro’s better fireworks shows.
For healthcare, the Urgency Room Eagan offers ER-level urgent care locally, and the Allina Health Eagan Clinic at 1110 Yankee Doodle Rd covers primary care, pediatrics, OB/GYN, and more. Larger hospitals in Burnsville, St. Paul, and Minneapolis are a short drive away.
New Construction in Eagan
Eagan is not a city with vast open land for large subdivisions, but there are active new construction opportunities.
Lennar’s Trails End Commons is a townhome community now selling, with three-bedroom, three-bath units around 1,700 to 1,900 square feet starting from approximately $425,000.
Thorson Homes has been building larger four-to-five-bedroom single-family homes on Parkside Court and Parkside Circle.
Norton Homes offers custom luxury single-family homes at Lakeside of Eagan, with spacious two-story plans on wooded lots. If new construction is a priority, reach out to me directly and I can help you navigate what is available and what is coming to market, including opportunities that may not be widely listed yet.
Is Eagan a Good Place to Live?
Eagan has earned its reputation. SmartAsset named Eagan the safest place to live in Minnesota and the 29th-safest suburb in the U.S. in its 2025 rankings. Fortune Magazine ranked Eagan 11th in the U.S. on its “50 Best Places to Live for Families” list. These are not marketing claims; they reflect real data on safety, schools, parks, and quality of life.
The city’s population is approximately 68,000, with a stable and growing community character. It is established enough to have mature trees, walkable neighborhoods, and a full amenity base, but active enough in redevelopment (Cedar Grove, Viking Lakes area) to continue evolving. For buyers targeting the South Metro, Eagan sits in a category of its own.
What It’s Like to Buy or Sell in Eagan
“Our experience with Travis was incredible from start to finish! He was a great partner navigating our situation as rental property owners and helped us strategize for the best outcome! With his help, we were able to receive an offer the day our property hit the market and close within a little over a months time! We could not be more thrilled with his team and partnership! If there were 10 stars to give, we would!” — Megan, Seller
Whether you are buying your first home or ready to list and move up, I bring local expertise and a no-pressure approach to every transaction. I know Eagan’s neighborhoods, its school district boundaries, its quirks, and its value pockets. That knowledge makes a real difference when you are making one of the biggest financial decisions of your life.
Frequently Asked Questions: Eagan, MN Real Estate
As of February 2026, the median home sale price in Eagan is $401,275, slightly above the Twin Cities regional median of $380,000. Prices have increased approximately 2.2% year-over-year.
Most of Eagan is served by ISD 196 (Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Public Schools), which includes Eagan Senior High School, ranked in the top 10 to 15 public high schools in Minnesota. Some addresses on Eagan’s western and northern edges fall within ISD 191 or ISD 197. Always confirm the school district for a specific address before purchasing.
As of early 2026, Eagan is still a seller-leaning market, with only 1.5 months of supply. However, conditions are easing compared to 2023 and 2024. Buyers have more choices and slightly more time to evaluate, but well-priced homes still attract strong interest.
Eagan is approximately 14 to 15 miles from downtown Minneapolis (about 20 to 25 minutes by car) and 12 miles from downtown St. Paul (about 15 to 20 minutes). Transit options via MVTA connect Eagan to both downtowns with express bus routes.
Hills of Stonebridge, Timbershore, and the areas surrounding Eagan Senior High School and Dakota Hills Middle School are popular. The best fit depends on your budget, commute needs, and school preferences. I’m happy to walk you through the options in detail.
Yes. Neighborhoods like Windcrest of Eagan, Timbershore, and the Cedar Grove corridor have townhome and condo options in the $215,000 to $370,000 range, depending on size and condition. Availability changes frequently, so reach out for current listings.
Ready to Explore Eagan?
If you are thinking about buying or selling in Eagan, I’d love to connect. I offer a no-obligation discovery call where we talk through your timeline, your goals, and what the market looks like for your specific situation.
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Travis Wyman | Pemberton Real Estate
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