Median list price and median days on market from Realtor.com Research Data · reporting period ending Jul 2026. Individual homes vary; verified figures only.
The area
Birthplace of Minnesota and home to one of the most picturesque downtowns in the Midwest. Stillwater offers boutique shopping, riverboats on the St. Croix, and a mix of historic estates and new construction.
What you can expect in Stillwater
- Historic Victorians downtown, luxury new builds in Liberty and Settler's Glen, Croixwood.
- Median list price around $669K, with median days on market around 30.
- 30–35 min to downtown St. Paul via Hwy 36; 45 min to Minneapolis.
- Lifestyle: Boating and kayaking on the St. Croix; Local favorites: LoLo, Domacin, Lift Bridge Brewing; Brown's Creek Trail biking.
- Stillwater Area Public Schools — consistently well-regarded in MN.
- Overall feel: Historic river town with a small-city soul.
What buyers often compare here
- Larger single-family homes and executive housing
- Walkable retail, cafes, and neighborhood parks
- Historic housing stock and architectural character
- Lake and river access, boating, and waterfront proximity
Why people live here
- ●Iconic Main Street: cafés, boutiques, breweries, and the lift bridge
- ●St. Croix Riverfront beaches, marinas, and boating
- ●Highly ranked Stillwater Area Schools (ISD 834)
- ●Wide range from historic Victorians to luxury new builds
- ●Strong year-round events: Lumberjack Days, Harvest Fest
Lifestyle
- Boating and kayaking on the St. Croix
- Local favorites: LoLo, Domacin, Lift Bridge Brewing
- Brown's Creek Trail biking
Housing stock
Historic Victorians downtown, luxury new builds in Liberty and Settler's Glen, Croixwood.
Schools
Stillwater Area Public Schools — consistently well-regarded in MN.
School district boundaries and program information change. Buyers should verify current attendance areas and school details directly with the district.
Commute
30–35 min to downtown St. Paul via Hwy 36; 45 min to Minneapolis.
Buyers
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