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Forest Lake, Minnesota — Seller's Guide

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Live Market Data

Forest Lake Market at a Glance

Median Sale Price

$350,000

+5.4% vs last year

Avg Days on Market

18

From listing to accepted offer

Price per Sq Ft

$180

Based on recent sales

Compete Score

73/100

Buyer demand in this market

Market Timing

Buyer's MarketBalancedSeller's Market
Seller's Market

Days on Market

18

YoY Change

+5.4%

Compete Score

73/100

Forest Lake's market currently favors sellers. Homes are spending just 18 days on market, and year-over-year prices are up +5.4%. This is a strong window to list.

Best months to list in Forest Lake:

April through June typically sees the highest sale prices and fastest closings. Listing in late winter (February-March) gives you a head start before peak competition.

Selling Cost Estimator

$350,000
$200K$2M
Agent Commission (5-6%)$17,500$21,000
MN Deed Tax (0.33%)$1,155
Title Insurance~$2,200
Closing Costs (~1.5%)$5,250
Total Estimated Costs$26,105$29,605
Estimated Net Proceeds$320,395$323,895

* These are estimates based on typical Forest Lake transactions. Actual costs vary.

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AI Market Analysis

Forest Lake Real Estate Market

The Forest Lake housing market continues to show strong fundamentals. With a median sale price of $350,000 and homes spending an average of just 18 days on market, sellers in Forest Lake are in a favorable position.

Year-over-year prices have moved +5.4%, reflecting sustained buyer demand in the Washington County market. The compete score of 73/100 indicates that buyers are actively competing for homes in this area, putting sellers in a strong negotiating position.

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Seasonal Intelligence

When to Sell in Forest Lake

Our AI tracks seasonal patterns to help you time your sale for maximum value:

SeasonAvg DaysSale vs ListBest For
Spring (Mar–May)12 days101%Maximum price
Summer (Jun–Aug)15 days100%Family buyers
Fall (Sep–Nov)22 days98%Motivated buyers
Winter (Dec–Feb)28 days97%Serious buyers only

Schools in Forest Lake

Forest Lake is served by Forest Lake Area Schools (ISD 831), rated 7/10 overall. Strong school ratings are one of the top factors that attract buyers to this area, which directly supports your home's value.

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