Sign In Register

Chaska, MN Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Josiah Morgan

Chaska in the winter -how bad?

My family moved here when I was a kid. The median home value here is around $379,400, which seems about average. Rent is about $1,436/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Chaska sits at 59.0 per 100K. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a gr...

10 replies 0 upvotes qa
Natalie Morgan

Biggest downsides of living in Chaska?

I'm a remote worker and Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. With a population of 28,146, Chaska is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Chaska sits at 59.0 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Any advice would...

4 replies 13 upvotes best-worst
Elizabeth Stewart

Honest thoughts on life in Chaska

I'm a 55-year-old firefighter and You can expect to pay around $1,436 for rent here. It's a a smaller city city with about 28,146 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What are your go-to spots? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a hug...

0 replies 16 upvotes living
Sarah Thomas

Is Chaska worth it salary-wise?

Random thought, I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $1,436 for rent here. Rent is about $1,436/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Has anyone dealt with ...

2 replies 21 upvotes jobs
Elizabeth Stewart

Chaska is underrated, change my mind

Alright, The median home value here is around $379,400, which seems about average. The unemployment rate is 1.8%, which is pretty low. With a population of 28,146, Chaska is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Chaska sits at 59.0 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good se...

6 replies 15 upvotes best-worst
Nolan Mitchell

Anyone work in healthcare in Chaska?

Hey folks, I've been here for 5 years and The unemployment rate is 1.8%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $379,400 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. Is this normal for Chaska? The weather takes some getting u...

0 replies 22 upvotes jobs
noah_lover

Just moved to Chaska, any tips?

OK so I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Would love some local perspective.

3 replies 24 upvotes moving
Josiah Morgan

Biggest downsides of living in Chaska?

Curious what people think. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $379,400 on average. Household incomes average around $110,000 in Chaska. It's a a smaller city city with about 28,146 people. Median household income is $110,000, which feels pretty solid for the area. The sc...

0 replies 16 upvotes best-worst
Josiah Morgan

Pros and cons of Chaska after 12 years

Crime rate is something to consider -Chaska sits at 59.0 per 100K. Homes are going for about $379,400 on average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What neighborhoods would you suggest? TIA! Night life is decent if you know the right spots. People here are genuinely friend...

3 replies 10 upvotes living
Isabelle Green

Is Chaska a good place to live?

So, My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $110,000, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $379,400 on average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Worth the trade-offs? Thanks for readin...

1 replies 15 upvotes living
Aubrey Reed

What to expect moving to Chaska?

Been meaning to ask this. The unemployment rate is 1.8%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Chaska sits at 59.0 per 100K. Rent is about $1,436/month for a decent place. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city has invested a lot in new development. People here...

4 replies 1 upvotes moving
Elizabeth Stewart

Life in Chaska as a young professional

Random thought, My partner and I are Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I wrong here? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in cert...

1 replies 15 upvotes living
Isabelle Green

Weekend activities in Chaska?

Hey everyone, I'm a remote worker and Median household income is $110,000, which feels pretty solid for the area. Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $379,400 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Chaska sits at 59.0 per 100K. There's a real sense of commu...

2 replies 28 upvotes qa
Elizabeth Stewart

Best areas to explore in Chaska?

Hello, With a population of 28,146, Chaska is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 28,146 people. The median home value here is around $379,400, which seems about average. Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I think it...

3 replies 5 upvotes qa
Elizabeth Stewart

Best neighborhoods to rent in Chaska?

So, I'm a teacher here and With a population of 28,146, Chaska is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 44--F, so bundle up in winter. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The food scen...

27 replies 6 upvotes housing
Natalie Morgan

Things that make Chaska unique

Hey, Does this match your experience? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to.

10 replies 9 upvotes best-worst
Aubrey Reed

Is it worth buying in Chaska?

Hey, We have two kids and The median home value here is around $379,400, which seems about average. Average temperature is around 44--F, so bundle up in winter. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Worth the trade-offs?

0 replies 10 upvotes housing
Nolan Mitchell

Job hunting in Chaska -tips?

Hey, Homes are going for about $379,400 on average. Household incomes average around $110,000 in Chaska. The suburbs are where most families end up. Any advice would be great. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

5 replies 21 upvotes jobs
← Back to Chaska Data