The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 55126 sells for about $366,400, or $209 per square foot.
Prices are down 6.5% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 23 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,678 a month.
ZIP 55126 — Shoreview
The Shoreview housing market is currently experiencing a correction with median prices down 6.5% year-over-year to $373K, reflecting broader regional trends. While inventory remains tight, the market is seeing longer days on market compared to last year, indicating a shift toward a more balanced environment for buyers. Rental market data is limited, but the area remains a stable suburban choice for families.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with high-quality schools, abundant outdoor recreation, and convenient access to the Twin Cities employment core.
Median prices moved down 6.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 23 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.4% · poverty 5.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 55126, Ramsey County, MN
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by highly-rated public school districts, including Mounds View Public Schools, which are recognized for strong academic performance.
Shoreview is characterized by a significant number of lakes and wetlands, necessitating careful flood-plain management and standard insurance coverage for water-related risks.
The area benefits from its proximity to major employment hubs in the Twin Cities, with steady residential development and a focus on maintaining suburban green space.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Minnesota) — Condominium Unit Taxation: Each unit constitutes a separate parcel for tax purposes. If a declaration is recorded at least 30 days before a tax installment is due, the taxing authority must split the taxes among the units. State (Minnesota) — Minnesota General Property Tax Classification System: Property tax is calculated by applying a class rate to the parcel's estimated market value to determine tax capacity, then multiplying by the local tax rate. For residential homesteads (Class 1a), the rate is 1.00% for the first $500,000 of market value and 1.
Residents typically commute to Minneapolis or St. Paul via I-35W or I-694, with average commute times reflecting standard suburban traffic patterns.
The ZIP features extensive park systems, including the Shoreview Community Center, numerous lakes like Lake Owasso and Lake Johanna, and various regional trails.
The rental market in Shoreview includes over 600 units, ranging from multi-family apartments to townhomes, with moderate vacancy pressure.
The local economy is supported by a mix of professional services, healthcare, and retail, with easy access to the broader Twin Cities economic region.
The area is primarily served by major highway corridors including I-35W and I-694, facilitating regional transit.
Development is focused on infill projects and maintaining the city's suburban character while supporting existing residential infrastructure.
Parcels are subject to Ramsey County property taxes and the Mounds View Public School District levies.
Standard property insurance coverage is recommended due to the prevalence of lakes and potential for severe weather events common in Minnesota.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 55126 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Mall of America®4.617.4 mi
- Great Wolf Lodge | Minnesota3.917.2 mi
- Nickelodeon Universe4.517.4 mi
- Slick City Action Park4.513.4 mi
- Dave & Buster's Edina4.217.4 mi
- U.S. Bank Stadium4.610.2 mi
- Grand Casino Arena4.610.7 mi
- Minneapolis Convention Center4.510.9 mi
- Minnesota State Fair4.78.4 mi
- Topgolf Brooklyn Center4.37.3 mi
- U.S. Bank Stadium4.610.2 mi
- Como Park Zoo & Conservatory4.78 mi
- Minneapolis Institute of Art4.811.5 mi
- Science Museum of Minnesota4.610.9 mi
- Guthrie Theater4.89.9 mi
- Minneapolis Institute of Art4.811.5 mi
- Science Museum of Minnesota4.610.9 mi
- Union Depot4.510.7 mi
- Walker Art Center4.511.4 mi
- Minnesota State Capitol4.710 mi
- Como Park Zoo & Conservatory4.78 mi
- Minneapolis Sculpture Garden4.711.3 mi
- Boom Island Park4.79.5 mi
- Bunker Beach Water Park4.310.4 mi
- Theodore Wirth Regional Park4.711.6 mi
- Your Boat Club White Bear Lake4.86.4 mi
- Topgolf Brooklyn Center4.37.3 mi
- National Sports Center4.55.8 mi
- Edinburgh USA4.49 mi
- Puttery4.710.1 mi
- Majestic Oaks Golf Club4.110.2 mi
- Rosedale Center4.36 mi
- Karmel Mall4.112.3 mi
- Maplewood Mall47.4 mi
- Hmong Village4.49.9 mi
- Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport4.415.1 mi
- Shoyu3.715.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Features indoor water park, fitness center, and community gathering spaces.
Popular destination for boating, fishing, and lakeside recreation.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 15.2% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2025)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Research outlier held out — this pass returned a median of $422,000 (15.2% off the retained reading), contradicting every independent anchor; the prior reading stands pending corroboration. Validation: the flagged $422,000 (+15.2% vs the published ten-year series (2025)) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.