Ramsey · Investment Property
Buying Investment Property in Ramsey
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Investing in Ramsey
Ramsey gives investors a choice between low-upkeep townhomes and homes with land. I'm Lesley, a REALTOR® with Bridge Realty.
What should I know before buying a rental in Ramsey? Tenants here drive. The commuter rail station closed in early 2026 and was replaced by bus service, so think about who your tenant will be and where they will work.
Townhome or house?
A townhome near The COR has shops and a park close by and less outside upkeep. Read the association's rental rules and dues.
A house on a larger lot may have a well and septic system. Inspect both, and decide who maintains the yard.
Two more checks
Ask the City of Ramsey what it requires to rent out a home, including any license, inspection, and fees, before you make an offer. Two school districts serve Ramsey, and tenants often ask which one, so confirm it for the address.
The numbers to run on any rental are on our investment property page. For more on the city, see our Ramsey page and buying a home in Ramsey. If you own a rental here and want to sell, see what it is worth.
We are not financial or tax advisors, so review your plan with your accountant. Then send us a message or call (651) 661-4770.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did the train station closing change the rental market in Ramsey?
It may matter to tenants who planned to commute by rail. Consider who is likely to rent your property.
Do Ramsey rentals have wells and septic systems?
Some homes on larger lots do. Inspect both before buying.
Homes For Sale In Ramsey
See every home on the market in Ramsey right now, updated from the MLS.
Ramsey
What investment property looks like in Ramsey
Ramsey is an Anoka County city of about 27,600 people, 22 miles north-northwest of Minneapolis, with the Rum and Mississippi rivers along its edges.
Ramsey sits where Highway 10 meets the Rum and Mississippi rivers, with a newer town center called The COR.
- The homes
- Homes on larger lots, some with a well and septic system, plus newer homes and townhomes around The COR town center.
- Schools people ask about
- Anoka-Hennepin Schools and Elk River Area Schools each serve part of the city. The address decides which.
- Getting around
- Highway 10 is the main route toward Minneapolis, about 22 miles away, and Highway 47 runs north and south. The commuter rail station closed in early 2026 and was replaced by bus service.
- Nearby
- The COR and The Draw amphitheater, Rum River Central Regional Park, and about 37 miles of paved city trails.
- The trade-off
- More land for the price, with a longer drive that is by road only.
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