Where North Star is
The city's development projects page places North Star north of Stillwater Boulevard and west of Lake Elmo Avenue. The city's platted development map labels it Legacy at North Star, and Washington County has the recorded plat.
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Homes in North Star
The city's 2023 report lists the Northstar 1st Addition among new applications, with 107 new single-family homes. Lot sizes, builders and association rules vary by phase, so we read the plat and documents for each home.
Because building continues in phases, we also check for recent permits and for open items such as landscaping or final inspections before closing.
Parks and places nearby
The city has bought a 76-acre parcel near the center of Lake Elmo, south of Sunfish Lake Park and off Stillwater Boulevard, for a future community park and sports complex. Planning and community input began in 2026, and funding is still to be decided.
Sunfish Lake Park, at 10000 Stillwater Avenue North, has about nine miles of trails. Lake Elmo Park Reserve, a 2,165-acre county park at 1515 Keats Avenue North, has a swim pond, a fishing pier and a boat launch on Lake Elmo.
Getting around and schools
Stillwater Boulevard and Lake Elmo Avenue are the main roads by North Star. The city reported in 2023 that a Stillwater Boulevard trunk water main was being built in 2024 with 3M settlement grant funds.
Stillwater Area Public Schools runs Lake Elmo Elementary and Oakland Middle School in the city, and Districts 832 and 622 serve other parts of town. Confirm the district for the exact address.
How we help in North Star
We help buyers compare builder contracts and resale homes in North Star line by line. Owners here get a value report that weighs their home against new construction close by.
More about the city is on our Lake Elmo page. Read about buying a home, start a home valuation, or contact us.
Where these North Star facts come from
Checked November 2026. These facts come from City of Lake Elmo: Development Projects, Washington County: North Star plat, City of Lake Elmo: Platted Development Map (April 2023), City of Lake Elmo: 2023 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, City of Lake Elmo: Central Park planning, Washington County: Lake Elmo Park Reserve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is North Star in Lake Elmo?
North Star is north of Stillwater Boulevard and west of Lake Elmo Avenue. The city's map labels it Legacy at North Star.
What kinds of homes are in North Star?
The city's 2023 report lists 107 new single-family homes in the Northstar 1st Addition. We check the plat and builder details for each home.
What parks are near North Star?
Sunfish Lake Park and Lake Elmo Park Reserve are both in this part of Lake Elmo, and the city is planning a new community park off Stillwater Boulevard.
Which school district serves North Star?
Lake Elmo is served by District 834, District 832 and District 622. Confirm the district for the exact address.
How do I check flood zones and property taxes in North Star?
Enter the address in FEMA's Flood Map Service Center at msc.fema.gov. Washington County's property tax lookup shows the tax, and new homes may show a partial-year value at first.
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