The story of this market
The typical home in Woodbury, Minnesota sells for about $515,000, or $190 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,908 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.
Woodbury, Minnesota
Woodbury's housing market remains highly competitive, driven by strong demand from professional families and a limited supply of inventory. Median prices have seen steady year-over-year growth, reflecting the city's status as a desirable, high-income community. The market is characterized by quick sales and a robust local economy, with ongoing development supporting long-term value appreciation.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Woodbury 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.
Deterministic aggregate of 2 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved down 3.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 34 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0.25% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.9% · poverty 5.3% — 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.
A premier regional facility hosting year-round athletic events and community programs, serving as a major draw for families.
An 18-hole championship course that provides significant green space and recreational value to the community.
Features extensive trails, a swimming beach, and mountain bike paths, acting as a central hub for outdoor activity.
An indoor park facility that provides year-round green space and community gathering areas regardless of Minnesota weather.
Woodbury is an ideal fit for family buyers and professionals who prioritize high-quality schools, safety, and access to extensive outdoor recreation. Its stable, well-educated community and proximity to major employment hubs like 3M make it a premier choice for those seeking a suburban lifestyle with urban-adjacent convenience.
The city is served by highly regarded public school systems, with many campuses frequently appearing on state-wide top-ten lists for academic performance. The community places a strong emphasis on education, reflected in the high percentage of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.
The city is well-connected to the Twin Cities metro area via major highway corridors, facilitating efficient commutes to downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis. Infrastructure investment focuses on maintaining high-quality road networks and expanding multi-use trail connectivity.
Woodbury offers an extensive amenity base featuring over 3,600 acres of parkland and 180 miles of multi-use trails. Major recreational anchors include the M Health Fairview Sports Center, Eagle Valley Golf Course, and numerous public lakes that support year-round outdoor activities.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and low vacancy pressure, supported by the city's professional demographic and proximity to major employers. Rent trajectories have remained steady, with a mix of modern apartment complexes and townhome rentals catering to diverse household needs.
The local economy is anchored by a strong professional workforce, with significant employment concentrations in the medical, high-tech, and corporate sectors. Proximity to major employers like 3M provides a stable economic foundation and drives consistent housing demand.
Woodbury is one of Minnesota's fastest-growing cities, characterized by a professional workforce and significant presence in the medical and high-tech sectors. Ongoing development includes expansion of the city center and continued investment in multi-use trail networks and community facilities.
Development planning is guided by the 2021 Housing Action Plan, which emphasizes a diverse range of housing types to accommodate projected population growth to 88,000 by 2040. Current projects focus on sustainable growth and the integration of commercial and residential spaces.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal and county levies, with no unusual special district assessments reported.
Woodbury is consistently recognized as a safe community with crime rates significantly lower than the national average. Local law enforcement maintains a proactive community-policing model that contributes to high resident satisfaction and safety perceptions.
The city maintains a robust infrastructure to manage local environmental risks, including stormwater management systems for its lakes and parklands. Insurance markets remain stable, with standard coverage typical for the Upper Midwest region.
The insurance market is stable, with standard coverage options available for residential properties; hazard exposure is primarily limited to typical regional weather events.
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 5.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and ACS 5-Year Estimates.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.