Maybe you’ve noticed that many real estate agents take a ‘transactional’ approach to sales—identifying clients, closing the deal, and then moving on to the next one. Here’s what to know, whether you’re buying, selling or just curious. Here’s an honest look, whether you’re buying or selling. Ready to make a move?I’ll show you what homes […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Hammer’s Haven, off Bavaria Road in Chaska. On a summer evening in Hammer’s Haven, you’ll hear it before you see it: bikes on the street, a basketball […]

Not only does the community at Bearpath, located in Eden Prairie, MN, offer some of the most luxurious homes in the area, they also have exclusive access to a membership at the Bearpath Country Club. Here’s what to know, whether you’re buying, selling or just curious. Here’s an honest look, whether you’re buying or selling. […]

Perhaps the most well-known neighborhood within the city of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Bearpath offers its residents beautiful homes tucked within a gorgeous, gated community. If you’re thinking about buying or selling here, here’s what the neighborhood is like and what to know before you tour. Here’s an honest look, whether you’re buying or selling. Thinking […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Lake Minnewashta Lake Minnewashta is a 680-acre lake on the west side of Chanhassen, up to about 70 feet deep, with good water clarity. It’s part of […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Christmas Lake Christmas Lake is a spring-fed lake of about 265 acres on the line between Shorewood and Chanhassen, known for some of the clearest water in […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Steiger Lake, on the edge of downtown Victoria Downtown Victoria sits right on the shore of Steiger Lake. It’s a quiet, no-wake kind of lake, wrapped by […]

The parks in Chanhassen may be considered one of its greatest community builders. With 42 different parks and open spaces as well as the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum nearby, Chanhassen is the host of some of Minnesota’s most beautiful outdoor locations. Parks and trails are a big part of what people love about living here. Here’s […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Lake Zumbra, on the edge of Carver Park Reserve Lake Zumbra is a deep, clear lake in Carver County near Victoria, bordered by Carver Park Reserve. It’s […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Lake Susan in Chanhassen Lake Susan is an 88-acre lake in Chanhassen, north of Highway 212 and west of Great Plains Boulevard, part of the Riley Creek […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Lake Auburn, along Carver Park Reserve Lake Auburn in Victoria covers about 291 acres and reaches roughly 84 feet at its deepest. It looks like two lakes, […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Lake Ann Park in Chanhassen Lake Ann in Chanhassen is a quiet, clear lake with almost no development on its shores, surrounded by open hills and trees. […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Carl Krey Lake in Victoria Carl Krey Lake in Victoria is a small, quiet lake of about 41 acres, up to about 15 feet deep, surrounded by […]

The city of North Oaks, Minnesota is served by the St. Paul, Maplewood, Mounds View, and White Bear Lake school districts. Here’s an overview of the schools. Boundaries can change, so always confirm assigned schools for a specific address with the district. Here’s an honest look, whether you’re buying or selling. Looking at homes in […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Lake Bavaria, in northwest Chaska. Hardwoods along the shore, a morning boat ride, northern pike that run bigger than most. Lake Bavaria is a real lake, right […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Great photos are the foundation of great marketing. Your listing photos are the foundation of all your home’s marketing, online and in print. If the photos are […]

Linden Hills is located in the Southwest community of Minneapolis. It’s bordered on the north by 36th Street West and Lake Calhoun, on the east by William Berry Drive and Lake Harriet, on the south by 47th Street West, and on the west by France Avenue. If you’re thinking about buying or selling here, here’s […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Wassermann Lake in Victoria Wassermann Lake sits near the southwest corner of Victoria in Carver County. Its bowl shape covers about 170 acres, with a narrow band […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 Rice Lake in Maple Grove Rice Lake is the largest lake in Maple Grove, about 314 acres, just off Interstate 94. It’s a year-round spot for boating, […]

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · License #BK3603584Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.Updated October 23, 2026 The Jonathan Association sign in Chaska. Jonathan was one of the first planned “new towns” in the country. Most suburbs are built around roads. Jonathan was built […]