Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.
Updated October 23, 2026
If you’re renting at Highland Shores, you already know the best parts of this corner of Chaska: Lake Jonathan out the window and nearly everything you need across the street.
Highland Shores is an apartment community on Lake Jonathan in northern Chaska, with studio, one- and two-bedroom units, a community room and a fitness center. It’s a comfortable place to live, and for many people it’s also where a new question begins: what would it take to own a home nearby?
That’s the question I love helping people answer.
Why this part of Chaska works
Chaska Commons Shopping Center is right across the street, with much of the city’s shopping, dining and groceries. Hazeltine National, the Chaska Town Course, the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and Two Twelve Medical Center are all close. See Chaska golf courses and Chaska parks and trails.
There are townhomes and single-family homes for sale throughout nearby neighborhoods, including the Jonathan community and its trail system.
What to know before you buy nearby
- Schools: This part of Chaska is served by School District 112 (Eastern Carver County Schools). Chaska Middle School West is one of the closest schools. Other nearby options include Chaska Elementary, Pioneer Ridge Middle School, Chaska High School and Southwest Christian High School. Boundaries can change, so confirm the assigned schools for any address with the district.
- Budget: As an owner, your monthly cost includes the mortgage, taxes, insurance and any association dues. Talk to a lender early so you know your real number.
- Commute: Highway 212 is the main route toward Eden Prairie and Minneapolis. Test the drive at rush hour before you buy.
A simple plan for your Chaska move
I’ve been helping people buy and sell homes for about two decades, and I started in the trades. I look at a home the way a builder would, and I’ll tell you plainly what I see.
Getting the house ready, or making it yours
If you’re selling and want repairs handled before buyers see them, Super Crew Contractors can give you an estimate. If you’re ready for something custom, Ivy Lane Homes does luxury home building and remodeling. And a quick coverage check with Intrinsic Insurance before closing can save you a surprise. For the bigger picture, read my Chaska homes and market guide.
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Your next step in Chaska
The step from renting to owning feels big because it is. You don’t have to take it alone. Let’s talk about what you want and build a plan to get there.
Please note: I don’t handle rentals or property management. I work with buyers and sellers, and that’s where I can help you most in Chaska.
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