Shakopee

Shakopee

Shakopee is a good suburb for people who really want a rural small town feel where they live. It’s on the southwest side of the Twin Cities and it’s spread out over a large area. It’s mostly farm country and you can see that as you get close driving out from the Twin Cities. Because it’s out in the country you’ll get more space and privacy for your money. If you like outdoor activities like fishing, hunting, hiking, and kayaking Shakopee gives you access to all of that while still being a reasonable commute to the Twin Cities. The Minnesota River Valley goes right through Shakopee and there are lots of hiking trails and other activities in the area. Other attractions in Shakopee include the Valley Fair amusement park and Canterbury Park race track if you like horseracing or casino style games.

Shopping And Dining

Downtown Shakopee is a fun place to shop and get something to eat. There are lots of small locally owned shops selling a variety of things. And there’s several small mom and pop style restaurants which, as everyone knows, always have the best tasting food. The pace of life in Shakopee is a little slower so if like leaving the bustle of a major metro area behind at the end of the day and coming home to the peace and tranquility of the country then Shakopee is a great option for you.

Schools

Shakopee has several public school options. All of the schools in Shakopee are highly rated, with an average rating of B+ for academics and A- for diversity. Shakopee is a mid-range suburb with lots of families whose kids attend the public schools here.

Homes In Shakopee

The median income is Shakopee is about $87,000, and the median home price is $347,000 which means that Shakopee is a great value. Homes here tend to be a little older, but they’re also larger than homes in other areas and have more land because there is more land out here. If you’re on a tight budget for a new home you can find homes in Shakopee that start as low as $300,000. If you’re willing to take on a home that was built in the 70s or 80s and needs some TLC you can find some fantastic deals on homes out here. First time home buyers who aren’t afraid of some DIY often find their house budget goes further out here. Because a lot of the homes in Shakopee are older you will find that they are mostly built in styles from the 70s and 80s. There are a lot of ramblers, and also some two story split levels but the lower priced homes will mostly be ramblers. If your budget will stretch up to $400,000 or higher you can find more two story homes built in the 90s. And if you have the budget for it there are more modern newer construction style homes in Lake O’Dowd and the adjoining neighborhoods. If you’re willing to spend the money there are luxury home options on the lake, and there is also a lot of land available. So if you want to have a house on a couple acres of land that is possible to find out here. That’s one of the benefits of coming out a little bit from the metro region. You have more options whether you’re looking for land or luxury or even both. It’s definitely possible to find a modern new construction home that sits on an acre or two of land if you’re looking for a forever home that is going to give you some breathing room from the neighbors.