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Homes and Real Estate in Eagan, Minnesota
Eagan is the second-largest city in Dakota County, south of and an equal distance from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul, with more than 1,300 acres of parkland.
Living in Eagan
Eagan is the second-largest city in Dakota County, with 68,855 residents at the 2020 census and an estimated 67,109 in 2025. It sits south of downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul, an equal distance from each, and the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is just across the Minnesota River.
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What is Eagan, MN like? It is a city of rolling hills and mature trees, with roughly 1,200 lakes, wetlands, and ponds. The city has more than 1,300 acres of parkland and more than 150 miles of trails and sidewalks.
How Eagan grew, and what that means for buyers
Eagan Township was established in 1860 and named for Patrick Eagan, its first Town Board Supervisor. Long before that, the Black Dog village stood on the shore of the Minnesota River. For decades the area was farmland, and between about 1840 and 1930 it shipped so many onions that it was known as the Onion Capital of the U.S.
- Early growth. Eagan had 3,382 residents in 1960 and 10,398 in 1970.
- The building years. Eagan incorporated as a city in 1974, then grew from 20,700 people in 1980 to 63,557 in 2000. Much of the city's housing was built in that stretch.
- Today. The city has nearly 30,000 housing units and a wide variety of housing. If you tour a new build or a model home, bring us with you from the first visit, because the sales consultant represents the builder.
Lakes, parks, and trails
- Lebanon Hills Regional Park. The largest park in the Dakota County system, almost 2,000 acres of trails and lakes, with a visitor center at 860 Cliff Road.
- Cascade Bay. The city's outdoor waterpark, with seven waterslides, a lazy river, and mini-golf.
- Eagan Community Center. A fitness center, gym, and The Blast, a multi-level indoor playground.
- Eagan Civic Arena. Two indoor, regulation-size ice sheets with skating year-round.
- City parks. Holz Farm, the splash pad at Eagan Central Park, a tubing hill, an archery range, a bike park, disc golf, and a skate park.
The city also cares for roughly 1,200 lakes, ponds, and wetlands, and works to protect and improve fishing on them.
Commute and schools
The commute. Interstate 35E and Interstate 494 both run through Eagan, along with Highway 13, Highway 55, Highway 77 (Cedar Avenue), and Highway 149. The airport is just across the Minnesota River. MVTA runs express buses to Minneapolis and St. Paul from the Eagan Transit Station and the Blackhawk Park and Ride, and the Cedar Grove Transit Station connects to the METRO Red Line. Where a home sits makes a real difference, so we look at your daily drive before you choose a neighborhood.
Schools. Three school districts serve different parts of Eagan: Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Schools (ISD 196), West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan Area Schools (ISD 197), and Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Schools (ISD 191). Boundaries vary by address and can change, so confirm the schools for any specific home with the district.
Eagan at a glance
- County: Dakota County. ZIP codes 55121, 55122, and 55123.
- Population: 68,855 at the 2020 census, and an estimated 67,109 on July 1, 2025.
- Size: about 31.2 square miles of land, with more than 1,300 acres of city parkland and more than 150 miles of trails and sidewalks.
- Homes: 67.7 percent of occupied homes are owner-occupied, and the median value of an owner-occupied home was $397,100 in the Census survey for 2020 to 2024. That is a survey figure, not today's sale prices.
- Transit: MVTA express buses from the Eagan Transit Station (3470 Pilot Knob Road) and the Blackhawk Park and Ride, and METRO Red Line access at the Cedar Grove Transit Station.
- Schools: Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan (ISD 196), West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan (ISD 197), and Burnsville-Eagan-Savage (ISD 191) each serve part of the city.
- Utilities: the city provides water and sewer. Dakota Electric serves most homes, with Xcel Energy in some areas, and natural gas is Minnesota Energy Resources or CenterPoint Energy, depending on location.
- Trash: the city does not provide garbage service. You choose a city-licensed hauler, and every licensed hauler must offer curbside recycling.
Checked November 2026. These facts come from U.S. Census QuickFacts, the City of Eagan Eagan at a Glance, new resident guide, recycling and trash, and bus and transit pages, and MVTA.
How we help buyers and sellers in Eagan
Eagan is large, and one part of the city can feel quite different from another in home age, school district, and distance to the interstates. We help you compare them with facts, not guesses.
- Buying. We begin with your budget and the steps of the purchase. See buying a home in Minnesota, our page for move-up buyers, and how we help buyers.
- Selling. We price your home from recent Eagan sales, prepare it, and market it widely. See selling your home and our home value page.
- Relocating. If you are moving to Minnesota and considering Eagan, our relocation page explains how to buy from a distance.
Comparing communities? We also work nearby in Bloomington and Lakeville.
Let's talk about Eagan
Whether you are buying your first home here, moving up, or selling, we would be glad to help. No pressure and no obligation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Eagan, Minnesota?
Eagan is in Dakota County, south of downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul and an equal distance from each. The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is just across the Minnesota River.
What county is Eagan, MN in?
Eagan is in Dakota County, Minnesota. It is the second-largest city in the county.
What ZIP codes are in Eagan, MN?
Eagan addresses use ZIP codes 55121, 55122, and 55123.
How big is Eagan?
Eagan covers about 31.2 square miles of land. It had 68,855 residents at the 2020 census and an estimated 67,109 on July 1, 2025.
What is the median home value in Eagan?
The median value of an owner-occupied home in Eagan was $397,100 in the U.S. Census survey covering 2020 to 2024, and 67.7 percent of occupied homes are owner-occupied. That is a survey figure. For what homes sell for today, ask us for recent sales in the neighborhood you are considering.
How do I look up property taxes on a Eagan home?
Dakota County keeps the tax records. Search the county's free Property Information Search by parcel ID, house number, or street address to see the tax and value for any Eagan home. New owners file for homestead with Dakota County.
Which school districts serve Eagan?
Three districts serve different parts of the city: Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Schools (ISD 196), West St. Paul-Mendota Heights-Eagan Area Schools (ISD 197), and Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Schools (ISD 191). Confirm the schools for a specific address with the district, because boundaries vary and can change.
How is the commute from Eagan?
Interstates 35E and 494 run through Eagan, along with Highways 13, 55, 77 (Cedar Avenue), and 149. The airport is just across the Minnesota River. Your drive depends on where in Eagan the home is.
Is there public transit in Eagan?
Yes. MVTA runs express buses to Minneapolis and St. Paul from the Eagan Transit Station at 3470 Pilot Knob Road, which has 750 parking spaces, and from the Blackhawk Park and Ride. The Cedar Grove Transit Station has a skyway to the METRO Red Line.
Is there a hospital near Eagan?
Hospitals in nearby cities include M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital at 201 E. Nicollet Boulevard in Burnsville. For urgent or emergency care, call 911.
Is there a public library in Eagan?
Yes. Wescott Library, a Dakota County Library branch, is at 1340 Wescott Road.
How does garbage pickup work in Eagan?
The city does not provide garbage service. You choose a city-licensed hauler, and each licensed hauler must offer curbside recycling. Eagan shares a recycling program, Dakota Valley Recycling, with Burnsville, Apple Valley, and Lakeville.
Who provides utilities in Eagan?
The city provides water and sewer. Dakota Electric serves most Eagan homes and Xcel Energy serves the rest. Natural gas comes from Minnesota Energy Resources or CenterPoint Energy, depending on location.
How many parks and trails does Eagan have?
The city has more than 1,300 acres of parkland and more than 150 miles of trails and sidewalks. Lebanon Hills Regional Park, almost 2,000 acres, is also in Eagan.
Are there lake homes in Eagan?
Eagan has roughly 1,200 lakes, ponds, and wetlands, so some homes back up to water. What that means for a home varies a lot by property, so we check the shoreline, the flood zone, and any rules with you before you make an offer.
How do I check if a Eagan home is in a flood zone?
Enter the address in FEMA's Flood Map Service Center at msc.fema.gov. Eagan has roughly 1,200 lakes, ponds, and wetlands, and the Minnesota River lies between Eagan and the airport, so this is worth checking for any home. Your lender also checks the flood zone before closing, and we look at it with you before you make an offer.
When did Eagan become a city?
Eagan Township was established in 1860, and Eagan incorporated as a city in 1974, when it had about 17,000 residents.
Is there a waterpark or ice arena in Eagan?
Yes. Cascade Bay is the city's outdoor waterpark, with seven waterslides and a lazy river. Eagan Civic Arena has two indoor ice sheets, and the Eagan Community Center has a fitness center, gym, and indoor playground.
How much do I need to buy a home in Eagan?
Plan for earnest money, an inspection, your down payment, and closing costs. Down payments are often less than 20 percent, and some buyers qualify for assistance. A lender's Loan Estimate shows your expected cash to close.
Neighborhoods In Eagan
- Cedar GroveCedar Grove is a redevelopment area in Eagan along Cedar Avenue and Highway 13, with townhomes, apartments, Bridgeview Park and a Red Line station.
- Central CommonsCentral Commons is the 862-acre heart of Eagan around Pilot Knob Road, Yankee Doodle Road and I-35E, home to Central Park and the community center.
- Viking LakesViking Lakes is a 200-acre mixed-use development in northeast Eagan, home to the Minnesota Vikings headquarters and planned apartments and townhomes.
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