Lake Elmo · Farmland
Buying Farmland and Acreage in Lake Elmo
Buy farmland and acreage in Minnesota knowing what the land can produce, what you can build, and what it will cost to own.
Looking for land near Lake Elmo
Lake Elmo is one of the few cities close to St. Paul where farmland is still part of the landscape. I'm Lesley, a REALTOR® with Bridge Realty.
Can I buy farmland in Lake Elmo? Yes, parcels do come up. Much of the land inside the city is still farmland. Being this close to St. Paul, it is priced accordingly, so budget and patience both matter.
Talk About Buying Land
What to confirm with the city
- Zoning. What the parcel may be used for today.
- Building rights. Whether you can build a home, and where.
- Animals and outbuildings. What is allowed, and how many.
- Future plans. What is planned for the land around you.
On the land itself
We order a well test and a septic inspection if there is a home, confirm the property lines, and check legal access from a public road. We also ask whether a farm lease or conservation contract stays with the land.
What to check on any parcel, and the details of the state's down payment grant, are on our farmland and acreage page. If you also need a house, see buying a home in Lake Elmo and our Lake Elmo page.
Send us a message with your acres, your budget, and your plan for the land, or call (651) 661-4770.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is farmland in Lake Elmo expensive?
It is priced for its location close to St. Paul, so it usually costs more per acre than land farther out.
Can I keep animals on acreage in Lake Elmo?
It depends on the zoning and the size of the parcel. We confirm with the city before you buy.
Homes For Sale In Lake Elmo
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Lake Elmo
What farmland looks like in Lake Elmo
Lake Elmo is a Washington County city between Highway 36 and Interstate 94 that still looks rural, with the 2,165-acre Lake Elmo Park Reserve at its center.
Lake Elmo keeps much of its farmland and open space, which is why its homes and lots are unlike those in the suburbs around it.
- The homes
- Homes on acreage, some with a private well and septic system, alongside newer neighborhoods with city utilities and associations.
- Getting around
- Interstate 94 along the south edge leads to St. Paul and Minneapolis, and Highway 36 along the north edge leads to Stillwater.
- Nearby
- Lake Elmo Park Reserve, a small historic downtown, and Lake Elmo Airport.
- The trade-off
- Acreage brings a well, a septic system, and more land to maintain.
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Ready to make your move with Lesley The Realtor?