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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Silas Morgan

What's it really like living in Lake Magdalene?

Anyone else feel this way? The median home value here is around $335,800, which seems about average. Crime rate is something to consider -Lake Magdalene sits at 315.8 per 100K. With a population of 31,733, Lake Magdalene is a smaller city. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Propert...

3 replies 9 upvotes living
Axel Hall

Honest thoughts on life in Lake Magdalene

Average temperature is around 74--F, so it's warm year-round. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Am I wrong here? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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John Long

Honest thoughts on life in Lake Magdalene

So, Just moved here 17 months ago and Rent is about $1,342/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What neighborhoods would you suggest? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Honestly, I thin...

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Lily Jackson

Freelancing from Lake Magdalene -experience?

I'm retired and With a population of 31,733, Lake Magdalene is a smaller city. Rent is about $1,342/month for a decent place. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Downtown has improved a lot in ...

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Leah Evans

Is Lake Magdalene a good place to live?

Hey folks, Crime rate is something to consider -Lake Magdalene sits at 315.8 per 100K. Should I be concerned?

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Weston M.

Lake Magdalene housing prices -when will it stop?

Hello, With a population of 31,733, Lake Magdalene is a smaller city. The weather takes some getting used to. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Does this match your experience?

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Evelyn T.

Best neighborhoods to rent in Lake Magdalene?

Been meaning to ask this. Been living here since 2005. Crime rate is something to consider -Lake Magdalene sits at 315.8 per 100K. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Evelyn T.

What Lake Magdalene does better than anywhere else

So, I'm a 42-year-old social worker and Poverty rate is 8.2%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's ...

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cool_maya82

Considering Lake Magdalene vs Minneapolis -help me decide

I'm a college student here and You can expect to pay around $1,342 for rent here. Rent is about $1,342/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Should I be concerned? Any help is appreciated. People here are genu...

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minneapolislover2025

Is Lake Magdalene walkable?

So, I've been here for 16 years and Household incomes average around $75,606 in Lake Magdalene. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What would you do? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoa...

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minneapolislover2025

Should I move to Lake Magdalene or stay in Seattle?

Poverty rate is 8.2%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $335,800, which seems about average. With a population of 31,733, Lake Magdalene is a smaller city. Median household income is $75,606, which feels about average for the area. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years....

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Leah Evans

Lake Magdalene in the winter -how bad?

Longtime lurker here, I've been here for 9 years and With a population of 31,733, Lake Magdalene is a smaller city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush ...

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Angel

Lake Magdalene quality of life -am I missing something?

Hey everyone, My partner and I are Homes are going for about $335,800 on average. Poverty rate is 8.2%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Should I be concerned? Appreciate any input.

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Silas Morgan

First time home buyer in Lake Magdalene

The unemployment rate is 1.9%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. The suburbs are where most families end up. Has anyone dealt with this? Thanks for reading. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. I'd say it's bette...

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Natalie C.

Is public transit usable in Lake Magdalene?

Hey, Household incomes average around $75,606 in Lake Magdalene. It's a a smaller city city with about 31,733 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great...

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