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Moving to Afton, MN
$849,900Median listing price
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About Afton
Afton is a historic St. Croix River valley city in southern Washington County (population about 2,955 in 2020). Settled in the 1840s and platted in 1855, the old river village keeps a charming small-town feel with its historic downtown along the St. Croix Trail and St. Croix River views.
Home prices in Afton
The median listing price in Afton is $849,900.
Top places in Afton
- Afton State Park
- Afton Alps
- Historic downtown Afton
- Belwin Conservancy
Commuting from Afton
- Downtown St. Paul is about 30–40 minutes away (approximate) via Stagecoach Trail/Hwy 95 and I-94.
- Downtown Minneapolis is about 40–55 minutes (approximate) via I-94.
- Transit is limited — Metro Transit express routes serve nearby corridors; many residents park-and-ride from the Afton or Woodbury areas.
- Hwy 95 (St. Croix Trail) and I-94 are the main routes.
- There is no Green Line service; light rail is in the central Twin Cities core only.
Afton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Afton, MN?
The median listing price in Afton is $849,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Afton, MN?
Downtown St. Paul is about 30–40 minutes away (approximate) via Stagecoach Trail/Hwy 95 and I-94.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.