Minneapolis metro, MN relocation guide
Moving to Ham Lake, MN
$879,950Median listing price
AnokaArea
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About Ham Lake
Ham Lake is a large, semi-rural city in north-central Anoka County built around Ham Lake itself. Housing favors acreage lots, newer subdivisions tucked into woods, and lakefront homes; the city has grown steadily as buyers trade commute time for space.
Home prices in Ham Lake
The median listing price in Ham Lake is $879,950.
Top places in Ham Lake
- Ham Lake (the lake)
- Majestic Oaks Golf Club
- Ham Lake Lanes
- Rum River Hills Golf Club (nearby)
- Soderville/Blaine Wetland Sanctuary access (nearby)
- City parks and the growing trail network
- Lexington Ave commercial corridor
Commuting from Ham Lake
- **To downtown Minneapolis:** approximately 30–35 minutes via MN-65 S.
- **To downtown St. Paul:** approximately 40–45 minutes via MN-65 S and I-694 E.
- **Transit:** Very limited Metro Transit service; effectively car-dependent.
- **Highway access:** MN-65, Bunker Lake Blvd, Lexington Ave.
Ham Lake FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Ham Lake, MN?
The median listing price in Ham Lake is $879,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Ham Lake, MN?
**To downtown Minneapolis:** approximately 30–35 minutes via MN-65 S.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.