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Moving to Orono, MN
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About Orono
Orono is a large, semi-rural lake city covering much of Lake Minnetonka's north and west shores — the metro's "lake country" with big lots, equestrian properties and miles of shoreline. Housing is lakeshore estates, executive homes on acreage, and older cottages.



Home prices in Orono
Home prices in Orono vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Orono
- Navarre village center
- Lake Minnetonka (north/west bays)
- Orono Golf Course (private; landmark).
- Luce Line State Trail
- Big Island Nature Park
- Hackberry Park
- Crystal Bay and Maxwell Bay shorelines.
- Nearby Long Lake and Wayzata dining.
Commuting from Orono
- Limited Metro Transit service; primarily a car commute via Hwy 12.
- Major corridors: Hwy 12, Hwy 6, Hwy 15.
- Approximate drive to downtown Minneapolis: **~28 minutes** (approximate); to downtown St. Paul: **~35 minutes** (approximate).
Orono FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Orono, MN?
Home prices in Orono vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Orono, MN?
Limited Metro Transit service; primarily a car commute via Hwy 12.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.