Minneapolis metro, MN relocation guide
Moving to White Bear Lake, MN
$394,500Median listing price
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About White Bear Lake
White Bear Lake is a classic lake town on the metro's northeast side, straddling Ramsey and Washington counties (profile covers the city in both counties; see also White Bear Township and the White Bear Lake Area Schools communities). Known for its historic downtown, lakefront beaches, and small-town feel with easy Twin Cities access, it has about 25,000 residents (2020 census).
Home prices in White Bear Lake
The median listing price in White Bear Lake is $394,500.
Top places in White Bear Lake
- White Bear Lake lakefront
- Historic downtown White Bear Lake
- Matoska Park
- Bellaire Beach
- White Bear Lake County Park
- Lakefront trails
Commuting from White Bear Lake
- **Downtown St. Paul:** approximately 15 minutes via Highway 61 or I-35E (approximate).
- **Downtown Minneapolis:** approximately 25 minutes via I-35E/I-694 (approximate).
- **Transit/highways:** Highway 61 (the main street), I-35E, and I-694 provide highway access. Metro Transit buses serve both downtowns; express service is also available from nearby Maplewood Mall.
White Bear Lake FAQs
- What is the housing market like in White Bear Lake, MN?
The median listing price in White Bear Lake is $394,500. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from White Bear Lake, MN?
**Downtown St. Paul:** approximately 15 minutes via Highway 61 or I-35E (approximate).
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.