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Blink and You Will Miss It! - Jun 27 04:27 PM
I had the opportunity to travel through Andover and Anoka today, heading to Ramsey, Minnesota to pick up a real estate yard sign. The drive through Anoka County was beautiful and I was struck by how much has changed in my life since moving to our home in Ham Lake ten years ago. Our lives have changed significantly right along with the landscape.
At the corner of Bunker Lake and Hanson, I noted how much development had ...

Get Pumped! Septic Inspections are No Laughing Matter—Or are they? - Aug 22 08:58 AM
It's a dirty business and somebody's gotta do it. At least once every three years in the city of Ham Lake. . I'm talking septic pumping and inspection here. Getting your septic pumped and inspected is a requirement of most Twin Cities metro municipalities. State and county codes are not specific on the subject of on-site or individual sewage disposal systems (ISDS or septic systems, leaving it up to each Minnesota city to adopted their own ...

Realtor RADAR…Overheard at the Ham Lake Baseball Field! - Jul 11 09:29 AM
While getting my haircut a few months ago, there was a conversation going on a few chairs over between a stylist and client about a home for sale. My stylist leaned over and asked, "Ears burning?"
Funny, how Realtors' ears do pick up conversations regarding real estate. No, there is not a Real Estate RADAR 101 continuing education class. It is just people talk about real estate quite often. Everyone knows someone buying, selling or thinking about ...

What Makes a House a Home-Ham Lake, MN - May 24 09:17 PM

Almost ten years ago to the day, my family set out on a journey to find a new home. We had received a phone call from a friend who lived in Columbus just out side of Forest Lake, north of the Twin Cities. He was going to be looking at an estate in Ham Lake a few miles west of where he lived. The property was older but had good bones and could be remodeled into ...

Is a Possum Possible this far North? You Betcha! - Mar 18 09:07 AM
 
They say you cannot pick your neighbors but this one picked us. A few weeks ago as our family returned and stomped into our Ham Lake house in our usually way, my youngest son noticed a ball of fur sneaking out from under our cedar steps. The animal cautiously moved along the cement block of our basement wall; away from the noise of the groceries being brought in. We had an opossum living under our Minnesota ...

How Does the High Foreclosure Rate in Anoka County Affect Homeowners? - Mar 03 09:07 AM
Another housing report and more bad news; foreclosures are up in Anoka County. In fact, Anoka County ranks in first place in the 13 county metro area for foreclosures at 1.57% according to article by Paul Levy on StarTribune.com, Housing Crisis Hits Hardest in Anoka County.
Does this come as a surprise?Maybe for some, but there are some factors that could help explain. Anoka County is one of the largest counties in the metro with a ...

Uniquely Minnesota Artful Distractions—Homeowner Version: Grrrr....Black Bear in Columbus - Apr 25 12:24 PM
Daily trips from Ham Lake to Forest Lake are a part of my routine. If I have to travel to the south part of town my options are limited due to the wetlands in the Carlos Avery Nature Preserve which stretches from Anoka to Chisago County.  
My favorite short cut through Columbus, Minnesota is well traveled. County Road 19 or Potomac can shave several minutes off a commute to Forest Lake Senior High by avoiding ...

Uniquely Minnesota Artful Distractions--Hometown Version: East Bethel’s New Resident Black Bear - May 20 10:34 AM
I try to avoid driving on Hwy 65 when showing houses in Anoka County. The backroads throughout Ham Lake, Linwood, Blaine and East Bethel are more picturesque. But a shortcut to our favorite movie theater in East Bethel from our Ham Lake home has my family driving down a short stretch of the Hwy 65 service road quite often.
About two months ago, we noticed a enormous log standing straight up toward the sky and surrounded ...

Time to Rethink Recycling—Get the 2008 Recyclopedia! - Nov 03 09:18 PM
An amazing resource arrived in mailboxes throughout Ham Lake and Anoka County recently. The 2008 Recyclopedia! An A-Z directory of where and how to recycle anything and everything.
Looking for a place to dispose of an old computer, florescent bulbs or hazardous waste? It's in the guide. Want to donate furniture, eyeglasses or clothing? Several resources are listed. Considering composting in your own backyard? There is a step-by-step guide to get you started.
This booklet is filled ...

Uniquely Minnesota Artful Distractions--Homeowner Version: Steel Dragon in Blaine - Jun 28 03:11 PM
A decade ago when we made our move to Anoka County, unique sites along the road often surprised us. There were the little buildings resembling outhouses near the end of every driveway. These of course are shelters for children waiting for the school bus. There were hawks on roadside power lines looking down to the road or a sod field looking for its next meal to run by. And then there would be something amazing to ...

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Anoka County Market Reports

Mid Year 2007 Real Estate Market Statistics for Linwood, MN--Including Lakeshore Homes Available - Jul 27 04:13 PM
The Linwood real estate market in southeast Anoka County has experienced a slowdown but homes are still selling. Per the St. Paul Area Association of Realtors, sales for the 13 county Twin Cities area are down 16% in the first half of 2007 compared with sales in the first half of 2006. The average home price fell 2%.
This mid-year update for Linwood real estate reflects the sluggish market with many existing home listings and a ...

Mid-Year 2007 Real Estate Market Statistics for Lino Lakes, Minnesota - Jul 12 07:14 PM
The Lino Lakes real estate market in southern Anoka County while slower than normal had a much healthier start to 2007 than its neighbors to the north. Per the St. Paul Area Association of Realtors, sales for the 13 county Twin Cities area are down 16% in the first half of 2007 compared with sales in the first half of 2006. The average home price fell 2%.
This mid-year update for Lino Lakes real estate reflects ...

Real Estate Market Statistics Ham Lake, MN 1st Quarter 2008 - Apr 12 08:33 AM
Even though existing single family home sales in Ham Lake, Minnesota remained sluggish during the first quarter of 2008, there were some indications of better days ahead. The Days on Market (DOM) statistic was reduced slightly from 220 to 214. Conversely, homes in the higher price categories have been worse than stagnant. There is a complete lack of any sales at all! Only 2 in pending and one sold in the over $400,000 price category all ...

Blaine, MN Real Estate Market Statistics 1st Quarter 2008 - May 09 10:37 AM
Blaine continues to expand and change the north metro of the Twin Cities albeit at a slower pace than in the past few years. The residential real estate construction boom in Blaine during the past decade has slowed but not stopped making new and existing home purchase opportunities very affordable. Conveniently located along 35W and Highway 65 and connected by Highway 10 just north of the Twin Cities, Blaine is an attractive location for both business ...

Lino Lakes, MN Real Estate Market Statistics 3rd Quarter 2007 - Oct 16 12:14 PM
Lino Lakes continues to grow and real estate is affordable. Conveniently located near the junction of the 35E and 35W split north of the Twin Cities, Lino Lakes is a 33 square miles treasure. With 13 lakes and acres of beautiful protected wetland, the community is served by three school districts; Centennial District #12, Forest Lake District #831, and White Bear Lake District #624. The gem attraction is the pristine 2,700-acre Rice Creek Chain of Lakes ...

Circle Pines & Lexington, MN Real Estate Market Sales Statistics for Mid-2008 - Jul 01 12:55 PM
Circle Pines is a small city, approximately 2 square miles, in Anoka County. The neighboring community, Lexington is even smaller encompassing less than one square mile of land. Both little communities are often overlooked since they are sandwiched between Blaine, Lino Lakes just to the north of Shoreview. Circle Pines might be small but is thriving and has a unique history. According to Circle Pines and Lexington History, it was one of the first cooperative communities ...

Ham Lake, MN Real Estate Market Statistics 4th Quarter 2007 - Jan 05 02:15 PM

The sluggish real estate market continues to affect Ham Lake, MN and Anoka County in the fourth quarter of 2007. Homes are staying on the market longer with an average Days-on-Market (DOM) of 220 days for homes sold in the 4th Quarter (compared to 157 DOM during the 3rd Quarter). Note that DOM for homes under $300,000 is a significantly lower time on the market, selling with an average DOM of 155.While there are 30% fewer ...

Blaine, MN Real Estate Market Statistics 3rd Quarter 2007 - Oct 17 08:48 AM
Blaine is expanding by leaps and bounds in the north metro of the Twin Cities. The residential real estate construction boom in Blaine during the past decade has slowed but not stopped making new and existing home purchase opportunities very affordable. Conveniently located along 35W and Highway 65 and connected by Highway 10 just north of the Twin Cities, Blaine is an attractive location for both business and residential development. The community is served by three ...

Real Estate Market Statistics for Ham Lake, MN--Including Lakeshore Homes Available - Jun 07 09:50 AM
Ham Lake has not been immune to the sluggish real estate market and price correction that has affected the Twin Cities and Minnesota. Homes are staying on the market longer (average of over 100 days)and appraised market values have dropped 2.6% according the Anoka County assessors office. The following are statistics of current single family residential market activity in the Ham Lake area for the first five months of 2007
Under $300,000~ 41 Active Listings, 7 Pending ...

Ramsey, MN Market Update - Apr 15 08:36 PM
Here is what is happening in the city of Ramsey, MN real estate market:
 Currently there are 302 single family homes on the market with 123 of those being under $200K and 96 of those being townhouses.  Right now there are 46 pending sales with 30 of those being on homes under $200K... 22 of those are from townhouses.  There have been 28 closed transactions in the last month with 13 being under 200K and 10 of ...

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Anoka County News & Events

First Time Home Buyer in Anoka County, MN? Low Interest Loans Available! - May 14 08:16 AM

Anoka County first time homebuyers are in luck. More than $5.1 million dollars of low interest funds have been made available through the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA) to qualified borrowers. Qualifying home buyers can use the funds for a new or existing Anoka County home valued at up to $298,125. Additional funds may be available to help with down payments and closing costs too. The program runs through December 14, 2008 or when the ...

Fearing Foreclosure? Help and Hope Can be Just a Phone Call or Click Away! - May 08 11:39 AM
Homeowners fearing foreclosure who live in Anoka County have several options for assistance. Help can be a call, click or workshop away!The Foreclosure Prevention Hotline directs calls to a certified mortgage prevention foreclosure specialist. Calls are returned on business days usually within 24 hours. This financial counseling has been made available through the Anoka County Community Action Program and is designed to help homeowners stay in their homes.Foreclosure Prevention Hotline 763-783-4880The Homeownership Preservation Foundation is another ...

Fireworks are not Always in July—City Water/Sewer Discussion Ends Amid Controversy - May 01 09:23 AM
Fireworks are not limited to celebrations in July. The City of Ham Lake's Mayor was at the center of a hullabaloo due to a misused metaphor that was construed as bigoted. The spark of controversy was amplified by local media last week when Mayor, Paul Meuiner as voiced his frustration as the only one on the bandwagon for development proposal including a town center and city water and sewer.
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Ham Lake Residents Town Hall Meeting—View City Water and Sewer Plans - Jan 30 06:56 PM
Do you have an opinion on the vision for Ham Lake's future? Take time and attend the town hall meeting to see the five proposed plans that the task force has outlined. On Tuesday February 12 starting at 7:00PM, there will be an opportunity for all of Ham Lake's residents to see the five comprehensive plan proposals that are currently being considered by the task force appointed by the city council.
According to the February 2008 issue ...

Minnesota Foreclosures, 23% Homes on Market are Foreclosed Properties, Minnesota Foreclosure Bus Tour April 20th The Foreclosure PowerTour - Apr 18 10:52 AM

Minnesota Foreclosure PowerTour  April 20th 1:00 to 4:30  


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MN Rev U15C2 soccer update - Jul 02 08:44 PM
Hey!!!! Nice job last night. That win put our team in third place in our division as of today. If we win against Two Harbors next week, pending their results, we could potentially end up in second place. Nice work team!!!
The girls also enjoyed DQ, thanks to Coach Dettinger and Jenny Friday's header goal in the Burnsville Tourney. The goal was set up by a great corner kick from Sarah Dettinger who also scored in ...

Constance Free Softball - May 05 08:09 PM
Sunshine tonight at 6:15 on Sand Creek #5, the weather was perfect tonight. We gave up 3 runs in the first inning to Horizon Silver with 2 hits over the outfielders. Constance came back with 2 runs in the first and then we had a huge 7 run inning in the 3rd topped of by Pete Grover's 3 run home run  to left. Our defense was again stellar with Steve Stelly snagging a line drive destined ...

Constance softball week 9 - Jul 01 07:28 AM
Steve Stelly pitched great for us tonight giving up only 1 run until the 7th inning and grabbed to line drives right back at him. Scott had his signature triple and may have had another but Pete had to wait to see it drop and only advanced to 3rd. Eric Dutcher had a nice hit to the fence late in the game for a double. Overall our bats remain a little cold as we only scored ...

Minnesota Revolution soccer U15C2 - Jun 25 10:29 PM
This game was wide open with 8 goals scored. The Rev came in after a tough loss to Coon Rapids. Forest Lake appeared ready to go. With the sun getting low on the horizon the game started off well with an early goal by Brittney Skog. Forest Lake returned the favor to tie the game. Sarah Dettinger put us ahead again with a nice goal with the assist going to Mary from the corner.  The second ...

Constance Softball - Jun 23 09:09 PM
The BIG game! Epiphany! We were ready. We took the early lead and then they just kept hitting. Russ made a great throw to me at the plate to get an out an end one of their threats. Scott had his signature triple of the game and threw out another runner at the plate. All of this and 9 runs just didn't get the job done. Epiphany comes away with a 17-9 victory and first place ...

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401 Village Parkway, Circle Pines, MN 55014 - Jun 22 09:21 AM
Welcome to 401 Village Parkway, Circle Pines!
Meticulously maintained 4BR/4BA one owner townhome!
Amazingly priced at $224,900!

*Beautifully maintained 2003 built home--Shows like a model!
*Stylish red brick exterior end unit with private driveway and deck!

*Location is ideal for entertaining with 8 guest parking spaces nearby and additional on street parking.
 
*Wonderful oak railing allows you to see into the vaulted living area from the moment you step into the front door. Home features ...

Lakefront & Waterfront Homes in Lino Lakes Minnesota for Under $350,000! Zip Codes 55014, 55038, 55110, and 55126 - Jun 16 08:49 AM








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Great Waterfront Homes in Lino Lakes for under $350,000!

Thank you for exploring Lino Lakes, a growing community located about 20 minutes north of either downtown Minneapolis or St. Paul. As our name implies, there are thirteen lakes for you to enjoy ...

601 86th Lane NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433 - Jun 10 11:46 PM
Welcome to 601 86th Lane NW, Coon Rapids!
Meticulously maintained one owner townhome!
Attractively priced at $181,900!



*One level living...Master Bedroom, Full Bath and Laundry on Main Level!
*Beautiful maintained home shows like a model!
 
*Almost new kitchen features an eat-in breakfast bar.
*Beautifully maintained! Everything from the custom oak cabinets to the appliances looks brand-new!


*Huge foyer allows guests and family to enter home without the crowded feeling. Huge ...

Luxurious Coon Rapids, Minnesota Town Homes 55433 55448 - Jun 08 10:38 PM

 
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Luxurious Coon Rapids Townhomes, Duplexes, and Condos!There are currently 45 Townhomes, Duplexes, and Condos listed in Coon Rapids between $200,000 and $362,570.
 
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Wow! Great Town Homes, Duplexes, and Condos in Lino Lakes, Minnesota! 55014 55038 55110 55126 - Jun 08 10:26 PM

 
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There are currently 42 Townhomes, Duplexes, and Condos listed in  between $124,900 and $379,900.
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Great Coon Rapids Town Homes, Duplexes, and Condos 55433 55448 - Jun 08 10:00 PM

 
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There are currently 94 Townhomes, Duplexes, and Condos listed in Coon Rapids between $150,000 and $200,000.
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Wow! Affordable Town Homes, Duplexes, and Condos in Fridley, Minnesota for Under $150,000! 55421 55432 - Jun 08 09:45 PM

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Affordable Fridley Townhomes, Duplexes, and Condos for $150,000 or less!
There are currently 29 Townhomes, Duplexes, and Condos listed in Fridley between $59,999 and $150,000.
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Wow! Affordable Town Homes, Duplexes, and Condos in Coon Rapids, Minnesota for Under $125,000! 55433 55448 - Jun 08 09:34 PM
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Affordable Coon Rapids Townhomes, Duplexes, and Condos for $125,000 or less!There are currently 63 Townhomes, Duplexes, and Condos listed in Coon Rapids between $79,900 and $125,000.
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Wow! Affordable Town Homes, Duplexes, and Condos in Blaine, Minnesota for Under $150,000! 55434 55449 55014 - Jun 08 09:18 PM

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Affordable Blaine Townhomes, Duplexes, and Condos for $150,000 or less!There are currently 34 Townhomes, Duplexes, and Condos listed in Blaine between $79,900 and $150,000.
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Fridley, Minnesota Affordable Single Family Homes Under 150K! 55432 55421 - Jun 08 09:08 PM
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