Minneapolis metro, MN relocation guide
Moving to Cologne, MN
$440,900Median listing price
CarverArea
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About Cologne
Cologne (~2,050 in 2020, up from 1,519 in 2010) is a growing small city in southern Carver County, about 30 miles from Minneapolis (per Wikipedia, read September 24, 2026). Platted 1880, incorporated 1881, named for Cologne, Germany.
Home prices in Cologne
The median listing price in Cologne is $440,900.
Top places in Cologne
- Fritz Field
- Paul Mohrbacher House (1880)
- Philip Guettler House (1902) and John Knotz House (1905)
- Six city parks: Marion Field, Meadow Park, VFW Park, Lions Park, Fritz Field, Village Park (per Wikipedia).
- Louis Hall and Fire Station with water tower (per Wikipedia image).
Commuting from Cologne
- The **US-212 freeway includes a bus rapid transit route** serving the corridor; confirm Cologne-area stops.
- Highway access: **US-212 and MN-284** are the main routes; the former Milwaukee Road main line passes through (freight, per Wikipedia).
- Approximate drive times (approximate; longer at peak): **~38–45 minutes to downtown Minneapolis**; **~45–55 minutes to downtown St. Paul**.
Cologne FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Cologne, MN?
The median listing price in Cologne is $440,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Cologne, MN?
The **US-212 freeway includes a bus rapid transit route** serving the corridor; confirm Cologne-area stops.
Town links
Schools
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.