Your Lake Elmo REALTOR®
I'm Lesley, a REALTOR® with Bridge Realty. We help buyers and sellers in Lake Elmo, where farmland, a large park reserve, and new neighborhoods share one city.
Our small team includes transaction coordinators who manage the paperwork from contract to closing. I rank in the top 8 of nearly 1,000 agents at Bridge Realty almost every month.
Talk to Lesley About Lake Elmo
Who we help in Lake Elmo
- First-time buyers who want to know what a well, septic, or association means before they buy.
- Move-up buyers looking for more land or a newer home in Lake Elmo.
- Relocation buyers weighing acreage against a newer subdivision from out of state.
- VA and military buyers buying in Lake Elmo with a VA loan.
- Sellers of acreage, older homes, or newer builds who need the right comparable sales.
- Downsizing homeowners who want less land to keep up.
How we work
We explain the hard parts up front: loan options, what inspections should cover, how an offer is written, and the closing costs you will see.
Prices come from recent sales of similar properties, which matters when land size varies so much. We stay in touch after closing. See how we help buyers and how we sell your home.
What to know about buying or selling in Lake Elmo
- Many acreage homes use a private well and septic system. Have both inspected and confirm what the land can be used for.
- Some homes have city water and sewer and others do not. The city is adding PFAS treatment for its water, so ask which system a home uses.
- Interstate 94 runs along the south edge and Highway 36 along the north. Lake Elmo Airport is on the east side, so visit nearby homes at different times of day.
- Washington County holds the tax records. Stillwater Area, Mahtomedi, and North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale schools each serve part of the city.
Let's talk about Lake Elmo
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
Who is a good real estate agent in Lake Elmo, MN?
Look for someone who checks wells, septic, and land use as carefully as the house, and who prices from truly similar sales. Lesley The Realtor with Bridge Realty helps buyers and sellers in Lake Elmo.
Does Lesley The Realtor work in Lake Elmo?
Yes. We work in Lake Elmo and its neighbors, including Woodbury and Oakdale.
Where is Lesley's office?
Lesley's brokerage is Bridge Realty, 1101 E 78th St, Suite 300, Bloomington, MN 55420. We are glad to meet you at the property.
Can you help me sell my Lake Elmo home and buy the next one?
Yes. We sort out the timing, price your current home, and run both transactions so they close in the right order.
How do I find out what my Lake Elmo home is worth?
Request a home value report. We compare sales with similar land, age, and utilities, because acreage and city lots sell differently.
Do you help first-time buyers in Lake Elmo?
Yes. We explain financing and the extra checks some Lake Elmo homes need before you make any offer.
Do you help people relocating to Lake Elmo?
Yes. We help you compare acreage, newer neighborhoods, and the historic downtown, and we can tour for you by video.
Do you work with VA buyers?
Yes. We help VA buyers here, and we confirm early that the property type fits the loan.
What should I ask a Lake Elmo listing agent before I hire them?
Ask how they will price land and utilities, which comparable sales they plan to use, and how they will show acreage features to buyers.
What does a buyer's agent do in Minnesota?
Your buyer's agent advocates for you. We find and tour homes, write the offer, arrange inspections such as well and septic, and keep the dates on track.
What county is Lake Elmo, MN in?
Lake Elmo is in Washington County.
What is the ZIP code for Lake Elmo, MN?
Lake Elmo uses ZIP code 55042. Check the full address of any home you are considering.
How do I look up property taxes on a Lake Elmo home?
You can search Washington County's property tax and parcel lookup by address or parcel number. The City of Lake Elmo also posts a property tax calculator.
Which school districts serve Lake Elmo?
Stillwater Area Public Schools (District 834), Mahtomedi Public Schools (District 832), and North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale (District 622) each serve part of Lake Elmo. Confirm by address.
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In their own words, from clients across Minnesota.
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“If you're looking for a realtor who never gets tired of driving anywhere and at anytime to show you housing options, then call Lesley. I had a lot of questions as it was my first time buying a home. She always took her time to explain everything. She responded even at midnight and was never angry even when I called her at odd hours. She was so patient and I am glad she helped me bought my first home. I will recommend her over and over.”
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“Working with our realtor, Lesley, was a great experience from start to finish. She was very knowledgeable, helpful, and always made sure we understood every step of the process. She answered our questions and truly looked out for our best interests when negotiating and reviewing details. Buying a home can be stressful, but they made the process smooth and much easier for us. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.”
★★★★★
“Lesley is an amazing and experienced realtor. I have worked with different realtors in the past and I'll confidently say Lesley is top notch! You can count on her truly fighting and representing you through the whole process. She makes the process almost seem effortless due to her knowledge and expertise. Hire Lesley and you won't regret!”
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