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Homes and Real Estate in Shakopee, Minnesota
Shakopee is the Scott County seat, set along the Minnesota River, with a historic downtown, more than 1,100 acres of parks and open space, and Valleyfair and Canterbury Park.
Living in Shakopee
Shakopee had 43,698 residents at the 2020 census and an estimated 49,366 in 2025. It is the county seat of Scott County and sits along the Minnesota River.
I'm Lesley, a REALTOR® with Bridge Realty. We help buyers and sellers across the Twin Cities, and Shakopee is a city where we compare older and newer neighborhoods with clients often.
What is Shakopee, MN like? It is a river town that has grown into a large suburb. Downtown sits along the river with Huber Park on the bank. Valleyfair, Canterbury Park, and more than 1,100 acres of parks and open space are all inside the city.
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How Shakopee grew, and what that means for buyers
Shakopee is one of the older towns in the metro. It became the Scott County seat on March 3, 1853, and was incorporated as a city on May 23, 1857. A state law took that charter away in 1861, and Shakopee was incorporated again on March 3, 1870.
- The historic downtown. In the late 1800s Shakopee was known for its lime and brick industries, and many downtown buildings were made with red "Shakopee" brick.
- Steady growth through the 1900s. The city had 2,302 residents in 1910 and 7,716 by 1970. The Valley Green Industrial Park was developed in the 1960s.
- The growth years. The Bloomington Ferry Bridge opened in 1995, and the population doubled over the next 10 years. Shakopee had 37,076 residents in 2010.
- New development today. The city reports new residential, commercial, and park projects across Shakopee in the 2020s. If you tour a model home, bring us with you from the first visit, because the sales consultant represents the builder.
Because Shakopee grew in waves, the age of a home and the age of its neighborhood can vary a lot from one part of the city to another. We look at that with you house by house.
Parks, trails, and the river
- Huber Park. 24 acres on the Minnesota River downtown, with an amphitheater, a playground that opened in 2023, and a trail that connects to the Minnesota Valley State Trail.
- Quarry Lake Park. 111 acres around a quarry lake used for water skiing, kayaking, and fishing. The Minnesota DNR stocks the lake with rainbow trout each year, and the park has a mountain bike park.
- Lions Park. 50 acres with a splash pad, an 18-hole disc golf course, pickleball courts, and an inclusive playground. SandVenture Aquatic Park, a sand-bottom pool, is here too.
- Jackson Commons Park. A nature-centered park with an oak savanna prairie and the Farmstead Bike Park.
- The Holmes Street bridge. Built in 1927 to link Shakopee to Chaska, it is now a pedestrian bridge.
In all, the city manages more than 36 parks and more than 1,100 acres of parks and open space.
Commute and schools
The commute. U.S. Highway 169 and County Highway 101 run through Shakopee, and the Bloomington Ferry Bridge crosses the Minnesota River toward Bloomington. According to the city, Shakopee workers averaged a 22.2 minute trip to work in the 2019 to 2023 Census survey. Where a home sits in the city makes a real difference in your drive, so we look at your daily route before you choose a neighborhood.
Schools. Shakopee Public Schools serves the City of Shakopee, along with Savage, Prior Lake, and Jackson, Louisville, and Sand Creek Townships. Boundaries vary by address and can change, so confirm the schools for any specific home with the district's boundary lookup.
Shakopee at a glance
- County: Scott County, where Shakopee is the county seat. ZIP code 55379.
- Population: 43,698 at the 2020 census, and an estimated 49,366 on July 1, 2025.
- Size: about 28.4 square miles of land, with more than 36 city parks and more than 1,100 acres of parks and open space.
- Homes: 74.8 percent of occupied homes are owner-occupied, and the median value of an owner-occupied home was $374,800 in the Census survey for 2020 to 2024. That is a survey figure, not today's sale prices.
- Transit: the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) serves Shakopee, with park-and-ride service and MVTA Connect rides within parts of Shakopee and Prior Lake, 7 days a week from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Schools: Shakopee Public Schools.
- Trash: inside the city's urban service area, the city contracts with one hauler, Dick's Sanitation. Trash is picked up weekly and recycling every other week.
- Hospital and library: St. Francis Regional Medical Center, and the Shakopee Library of the Scott County Library system.
Checked November 2026. These facts come from U.S. Census QuickFacts, the City of Shakopee history and demographics, parks and trails, and garbage and recycling pages, Shakopee Public Schools, MVTA, and Scott County Library.
How we help buyers and sellers in Shakopee
Shakopee is a city of older river neighborhoods and newer subdivisions, and one part can feel quite different from another in home age, association rules, and distance to the highways. 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 Shakopee 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 Shakopee, our relocation page explains how to buy from a distance.
Comparing communities? We also work in Bloomington, across the Minnesota River, and in Lakeville.
Let's talk about Shakopee
Whether you are buying your first home here, moving up, or selling, we would be glad to help. No pressure and no obligation.
Send us a message or call (651) 661-4770. What questions do you have?
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Shakopee, Minnesota?
Shakopee is in Scott County, along the Minnesota River, and it is the Scott County seat. The Bloomington Ferry Bridge connects it across the river toward Bloomington.
What county is Shakopee, MN in?
Shakopee is in Scott County, Minnesota, and has been the county seat since March 3, 1853.
What ZIP code is Shakopee, MN?
Shakopee uses ZIP code 55379.
How big is Shakopee?
Shakopee covers about 28.4 square miles of land. It had 43,698 residents at the 2020 census and an estimated 49,366 on July 1, 2025.
What is the median home value in Shakopee?
The median value of an owner-occupied home in Shakopee was $374,800 in the U.S. Census survey covering 2020 to 2024, and 74.8 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 Shakopee home?
Scott County keeps the tax records. Search the county's property information lookup by parcel number or by street address to see the current tax and the assessed value for any Shakopee home.
Which school district serves Shakopee?
Shakopee Public Schools serves the City of Shakopee, and it also serves Savage, Prior Lake, and Jackson, Louisville, and Sand Creek Townships. Confirm the schools for a specific address with the district's boundary lookup, because boundaries vary and can change.
Is there public transit in Shakopee?
Yes. The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) serves Shakopee and has park-and-ride locations in the city. MVTA Connect offers on-demand rides within parts of Shakopee and Prior Lake, 7 days a week from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
How is the commute from Shakopee?
U.S. Highway 169 and County Highway 101 run through the city, and the Bloomington Ferry Bridge crosses the Minnesota River toward Bloomington. The city reports an average trip to work of 22.2 minutes in the 2019 to 2023 Census survey. Your drive depends on where in Shakopee the home is.
Is there a hospital in Shakopee?
Yes. St. Francis Regional Medical Center is at 1455 St. Francis Avenue in Shakopee.
Is there a public library in Shakopee?
Yes. The Shakopee Library, part of the Scott County Library system, is at 235 Lewis Street South downtown.
How does garbage pickup work in Shakopee?
Inside the city's urban service area, the city contracts with one hauler, Dick's Sanitation, for homes with curbside pickup. Each home gets a trash cart and a recycling cart. Trash is picked up weekly and single-sort recycling every other week, on the same day.
How many parks does Shakopee have?
The city manages more than 36 parks and more than 1,100 acres of parks and open space. Its larger parks include Huber Park, Lions Park, Quarry Lake Park, Scenic Heights Park, Tahpah Park, and Jackson Commons Park.
What recreation facilities does Shakopee have?
The Shakopee Community Center has fitness equipment, gyms, a walking track, an indoor aquatic center, and an indoor playground. The Shakopee Ice Arena next door has two sheets of ice, and SandVenture Aquatic Park is an outdoor sand-bottom pool in Lions Park.
Can I fish or paddle in Shakopee?
Yes. Quarry Lake Park allows fishing and non-motorized boats, and the Minnesota DNR stocks the lake with rainbow trout each year. There is also an archery range and a Minnesota River boat launch on County Highway 101.
Are there homes near the Minnesota River in Shakopee?
Shakopee's downtown sits along the river, and the city has a history of river flooding, including the flood of 1965 that cut off access to the north. If you look at a home near the river, we check the flood map and insurance cost with you before you make an offer.
How do I check if a Shakopee home is in a flood zone?
Enter the address in FEMA's Flood Map Service Center at msc.fema.gov. This matters most for homes near the Minnesota River. Your lender also checks the flood zone before closing, and we look at it with you before you make an offer.
When did Shakopee become a city?
Shakopee was incorporated as a city on May 23, 1857. A state law took the charter away in 1861, and Shakopee was incorporated again on March 3, 1870.
What is there to do in Shakopee?
Valleyfair amusement park opened in Shakopee in 1976, and Canterbury Park, first opened as Canterbury Downs in 1985, hosts horse racing and events. Murphy's Landing, a living history site, is operated by Three Rivers Park District.
How much do I need to buy a home in Shakopee?
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 Shakopee
- Downtown ShakopeeDowntown Shakopee is the city's original plat along the Minnesota River, with homes from before 1900 through the 1950s and Huber Park on the river.
- WindermereWindermere is a newer Shakopee neighborhood with homes built from 2017 on and Windermere Park, with a hammock grove and an observation tower.
- SouthbridgeSouthbridge on the east side of Shakopee has homes and townhomes built around 2000 and Southbridge Community Park with a large off-leash dog park.
- Scenic HeightsScenic Heights in Shakopee has 1970s ramblers and split entries near Scenic Heights Park, which added a Fitness Court and pickleball in 2024.
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