Ian Gutierrez qa Sep 13, 2025

Hello, We have two kids and The median home value here is around $588,900, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -Lake Elmo sits at 186.6 per 100K. Homes are going for about $588,900 on average. Household incomes average around $153,407 in Lake Elmo. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What would you do? TIA! The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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