The story of this market
The typical home in Baytown Township, Minnesota sells for about $801,000, or $265 per square foot.
Prices are up +26% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 63 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,200 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+1.5%
MN · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Baytown Township, Minnesota
Baytown Township's housing market is characterized by low inventory and high demand, leading to significant price appreciation over the last two years. The market remains stable due to the township's desirable rural-residential nature and limited new construction. Buyers should expect competitive conditions for the few properties that reach the market.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Baytown Township yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.
Median prices moved up 26.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 63 days on market with 3.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.5% · poverty 1.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
Provides extensive recreational opportunities including boating, fishing, and scenic views, serving as a major anchor for the region's quality of life.
Located just outside the township, this district offers a high concentration of boutique shops, restaurants, and historic architecture that serves the local population.
Baytown Township is best suited for families and professionals seeking a quiet, rural-residential lifestyle with large lot sizes. It appeals to those who value privacy and proximity to the St. Croix River while remaining within a reasonable commuting distance of the Twin Cities.
Public education for the township is primarily served by the Stillwater Area Public School District, which is highly regarded in the region. Schools in this district consistently perform well on state assessments, contributing to the area's appeal for families.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with major access provided by local routes like Stagecoach Trail and Olinda Boulevard. There is no significant public transit infrastructure within the township limits.
The township offers significant access to outdoor recreation, including proximity to the St. Croix River and various regional trails. Residents enjoy a quiet, nature-focused lifestyle with easy access to the amenities of nearby Stillwater.
The rental market in Baytown Township is extremely limited, consisting primarily of single-family homes rather than multi-family complexes. Vacancy rates are low due to the scarcity of rental inventory, and short-term rentals are subject to strict township oversight.
The local economy is primarily residential, with residents largely commuting to the broader Twin Cities metro area for employment. The area benefits from the economic stability of Washington County and the professional services sector in nearby Stillwater.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to the St. Croix Valley and the Twin Cities metro area, though the township itself remains largely residential. Development is constrained by local zoning, which prioritizes the preservation of the township's rural character over large-scale commercial expansion.
Development is strictly managed by township zoning ordinances, which focus on maintaining low-density residential land use. There are no major high-density or commercial projects currently approved for the township.
Parcels are primarily served by the Stillwater Area Public School District and standard county-level service districts. There are no significant MUD or PID districts reported.
Baytown Township experiences very low levels of reported crime, consistent with its rural-residential character in Washington County. Residents generally report high feelings of safety, and the area benefits from the low-density nature of the township.
The township faces standard regional risks, including seasonal severe weather and potential flooding near the St. Croix River valley. Property insurance markets remain stable, though homeowners are encouraged to maintain adequate coverage for wind and water damage.
Property insurance premiums are generally stable, though homeowners in the St. Croix Valley may face adjustments based on regional flood and wind risk assessments.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Minnesota) — Condominium Unit Taxation: Each unit constitutes a separate parcel for tax purposes. If a declaration is recorded at least 30 days before a tax installment is due, the taxing authority must split the taxes among the units. State (Minnesota) — Minnesota General Property Tax Classification System: Property tax is calculated by applying a class rate to the parcel's estimated market value to determine tax capacity, then multiplying by the local tax rate. For residential homesteads (Class 1a), the rate is 1.00% for the first $500,000 of market value and 1.
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from censusreporter.org and Metropolitan Council profiles.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
County linkage populates as this city's member ZIP reports roster beneath it.
No ZIP intel reports rostered under this city yet — property dossiers roll up through the ZIP tier, so the chain populates as the county refreshes discover them.