Forest Lake Homes under $600,000

Welcome to Forest Lake, Minnesota—a picturesque city that beautifully blends the charm of small-town living with modern conveniences. Nestled just 30 miles northeast of the bustling Twin Cities, Forest Lake is renowned for its stunning lakes, lush parks, and vibrant community spirit. With a population of around 20,000, this family-friendly city offers a welcoming atmosphere where neighbors become friends and outdoor adventures await at every turn.

One of the most appealing aspects of Forest Lake is its diverse real estate market, particularly homes priced under $600,000. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, a growing family, or looking to downsize, you’ll find a variety of options that cater to your needs. From cozy single-family homes with charming yards to modern townhouses that offer low-maintenance living, there’s something for everyone. Many properties boast beautiful views of the lakes or easy access to local parks, making it easy to enjoy the great outdoors right from your doorstep.

In addition to its scenic beauty, Forest Lake is home to excellent schools, a thriving local economy, and a wide array of shopping and dining options. The community hosts numerous events throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of belonging among residents. With its rich history and a bright future, Forest Lake is more than just a place to live; it’s a community where you can truly thrive. Come explore the possibilities and discover your dream home in this enchanting city!

Newest Forest Lake Homes under $600,000

$480,000

ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7152980 MLS ⋅ 2,817 SqFt.

Executive detached townhome living at its best! This beautifully designed former model backs to a creek and combines the privacy and space of a single-family home with the ease of association-maintained lawn care and snow removal, and the rare bonus of a three-car heated and insulated garage. Designed for comfortable one-level living, the main floor features two bedrooms, including an exceptionally spacious primary suite with two walk-in closets and a private ensuite bath featuring dual sinks, a separate jetted tub and walk-in shower. A second full bath and additional main-floor bedroom offer flexibility for guests, a home office or den. The open and inviting living spaces showcase the quality finishes that made this an award-winning model, including rich maple cabinetry, doors and woodwork, granite countertops, custom lighting, knockdown ceilings and a beautiful stone fireplace. Stone exterior accents add to the home's distinctive curb appeal. The finished walkout lower level expands the living space with a large family room, additional bedroom and bath, ideal for overnight guests, extended family or simply having room to spread out. Step outside to enjoy the patio, landscaped yard and sunny deck, all without spending your weekends mowing or shoveling. And don't overlook that three-car garage,a hard-to-find feature in townhome living, heated and insulated with plenty of room for vehicles, hobbies and storage. Set in Forest Lake, this home offers the best of both worlds: a peaceful, lake-oriented community with parks, trails and recreation nearby, yet convenient access to I-35 for an easy connection to the Twin Cities. Spacious, beautifully finished and remarkably low-maintenance, 22516 Evergreen Circle offers executive-level living with the freedom to lock the door and go. No shared walls, no lawn to mow, no snow to shovel, and no need to sacrifice the space, quality or three-car garage you love.

22516 Evergreen Circle, Forest Lake

Listing courtesy of Edina Realty, Inc..

$330,000

ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7154454 MLS ⋅ 1,768 SqFt.

Welcome home to this spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offering a great combination of comfort, functionality, and outdoor space in a convenient Forest Lake location. Freshly painted and move-in ready, the home features a bright, inviting floor plan with generous living spaces, a wood-burning fireplace, and convenient main-floor laundry. The spacious primary suite offers a private bath and plenty of room to unwind. Outside, enjoy a large, fully fenced backyard with an expansive deck, fire pit area, and storage shed—an ideal setup for entertaining, pets, play, or simply enjoying Minnesota summers. An attached 2-car garage adds everyday convenience and additional storage. Located close to Forest Lake, parks, shopping, restaurants, and commuter routes, this home offers the space you're looking for with easy access to everything the area has to offer. Move right in and make it your own!

23895 Granada Avenue N, Forest Lake

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Results.

$359,930

ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7154064 MLS ⋅ 1,780 SqFt.

This home is under construction and will be move-in ready in November! This elegant two-story townhome welcomes you with an inviting open-concept first floor that is perfect for entertaining and everyday life. Step inside this end unit to a bright Great Room featuring an electric fireplace, seamlessly connected to a charming dining space and a modern kitchen lined with sleek stainless steel appliances. Just past the kitchen, glass sliding doors reveal a private patio ideal for al fresco dining or relaxing after a busy day. Upstairs, discover two spacious secondary bedrooms and a luxurious owner’s suite complete with a full-sized private bathroom and a generous walk-in closet for ultimate comfort. Convenience is at your fingertips with a mudroom connected to your own two-car garage, providing plenty of room for storage and easy access. With its low-maintenance layout, thoughtful finishes and sought-after amenities, homes like this don’t stay available for long—act now before it’s gone! Forest Lake offers a charming small-town feel with a well-regarded school district, numerous parks, lakes and recreational activities. Less than five miles northwest is Target, Walmart, Aldi, a handful of restaurants and retail spaces. Residents enjoy easy access to Highway 61 and I-35 makes travel a breeze.

6179 205th Street N, Forest Lake

Listing courtesy of Lennar Sales Corp.

$599,000

COMING SOON Status ⋅ 3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7152411 MLS ⋅ 1,536 SqFt.

Lake living without all the work! Located on Forest Lake's desirable 1st lake, this gorgeous home is absolutely turn-key and has been completely renovated throughout. Updates are all high-end finishes including completely renovated bathrooms , all new kitchen (including stainless steel Kitchenaid appliances, spacious center island, granite countertops, spice drawer, lots of cabinets, 2 lazy-susans, and a wine fridge), all new millwork, floors, doors, trim, plumbing, porch railing, electric fireplace, and new high quality blinds throughout. All new windows (except for the porch). 2nd bedroom includes a stylish and space saving Murphy bed! Primary suite including a walk-in closet, remote blackout blinds, and tiled step-in shower. Washer and dryer are 1 yr old LG front loaders. All of that plus it's an end unit! You will daily be able to enjoy the spectacular sunsets from your lakeside porch! Park your boat on your own private slip! ($500 annually for your own slip on the shared dock). And the water fun doesn't end there, you will love soaking up the sun and swimming in the association's heated in-ground pool! These lakeside condos don't become available very often, don't wait, this is your opportunity at affordable and maintenance-free lake living!

887 8th Avenue SE Unit D, Forest Lake

Listing courtesy of Realty Executives Top Results.

$450,000

ACTIVE Status ⋅ 4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7152803 MLS ⋅ 2,688 SqFt.

Some lots stop you before you even reach the door. This is one of them. Set back on 1.29 private acres in Liberty Ponds, this 2014 two-story fronts a wetland meadow that changes with every season. No rooftops in your sightline. Just trees, sky, and water. Inside, 2,688 square feet that lives right. Three bedrooms up, including the primary suite. The finished walkout basement adds a fourth bedroom, full bath, and a family room that opens straight to the backyard. Four bedrooms, four baths, three-stall garage. The tile showers are done right, and the rest of the finishes leave room to make it yours. Here's the real story: private acreage in the north metro almost never comes to market at a number that leaves budget to personalize it. This one just did. Quality bones, real privacy, and a view you'll never get tired of, priced for the buyer smart enough to see it.

7790 244th Street, Forest Lake

Listing courtesy of Brick & Banister Real Estate.

$315,000

ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7152266 MLS ⋅ 1,984 SqFt.

No foreclosure or short sale here. Wonderfully maintained 3 BR on one level, 3 bath home. Open floor plan concept, vaulted ceilings, large kitchen with nice informal eat in area. Nice end unit, with walk-out patio.

4817 200th Street N, Forest Lake

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Integrity Lakes.

$430,000

ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 7151518 MLS ⋅ 1,048 SqFt.

WOW! A 20 acre, "potential paradise" that includes a beautifully treed, 5 acre homestead AND an additional 15 acres with some high ground, wetland with some open water to boot! Here, wildlife abounds, deer, turkeys, duck and sand hill cranes included! This is a great opportunity to purchase an affordable 20 acres, a solid home, and a very functional outbuilding. With improvements it can be a real equity builder. The home is very clean inside, livable, and certainly can be lived in as improvements are made. The STEEL roof on the house was new in 2016. The BRYANT forced air furnace was new in 2004, and Seller says the furnace and central AC work great! The kitchen appliances are spotless and ready for use. The AMANA washer and dryer are 5 years old, barely used and look like new! The 960 square feet of lower level is a "clean slate", just waiting to become finished living space. The 22 ft. x 40 ft. outbuilding has a very smooth, solid concrete floor and 4 overhead garage doors. There are also 2 very "productive" plum trees and apple trees on the property!

18323 Elmcrest Avenue N, Forest Lake

Listing courtesy of LaBelle Real Estate Group Inc.

$234,900

ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7067910 MLS ⋅ 1,490 SqFt.

Looking for an end-unit townhome in Forest Lake with natural light, comfortable living spaces and a convenient two-level layout? Offered for sale by the original owner, this 2003-built, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhome is located at the end of an 8-unit building and enjoys desirable southern and western exposure. The main level features warm acacia wood flooring, a gas-burning fireplace and easy access to a private patio, creating an inviting space for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, an additional loft or hangout area provides flexible space for a home office, reading nook or second living area. Both bedrooms are located upstairs along with conveniently placed laundry. The primary bedroom offers a walk-in closet and easy bathroom access. Updates include a 2022 furnace and refrigerator, 2024 washer and dryer, 2026 stove, 2017 air conditioner and water heater, and 2011 microwave. When all the mechanicals have been updated for you then all that is left is the fun part; cleaning and cosmetics... Lets face it, your version of clean is not the same as another persons version of clean! A wonderful opportunity for low-maintenance townhome living in Forest Lake, Minnesota.

21195 N Clydesdale Curve, Forest Lake

Listing courtesy of LaBelle Real Estate Group Inc.

$600,000

ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7151286 MLS ⋅ 3,382 SqFt.

Discover exceptional pond-side living in Forest Lake! This stunning 3-bedroom, Den, 4-bath modified two-story offers approximately 3,700 sq. ft. of beautifully designed living space with peaceful private pond and wooded views. Enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the 4-season porch while taking in the wildlife and phenomenal scenery. Gourmet kitchen w/ abundant cabinets and prep counters, huge center island, & pantry. Formal dining room & informal dining. Step outside to the maintenance-free deck and beautiful stamped concrete patio to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The spacious walk-out lower-level great room with wet bar is perfect for game days, movie nights or gathering with friends and family—and the pool table is included! The 3-car garage offers plenty of room for vehicles and storage, with the 3rd stall set up as a workshop. Convenient highway access, new furnace and A/C in 2019. Preferred closing date of November 2.

4915 200th Street N, Forest Lake

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Results.

$499,000

ACTIVE Status ⋅ 3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7122886 MLS ⋅ 2,094 SqFt.

Property, Shop and Lifestyle Charming Acreage Retreat in Forest Lake Nestled approximately 2.6 beautiful acres, this inviting Forest Lake home offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and modern updates. Featuring 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the home is thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining. Step inside to find a warm and welcoming layout complemented by all newer stainless-steel appliances in the kitchen, making meal prep a breeze. Recent mechanical upgrades provide peace of mind, including a newer furnace, home humidifier, and newer water softener, ensuring year-round comfort and efficiency. New roof in 2020 and new HVAC in 2023 The 2-car attached garage is insulated. There is a 30 x 50 pole barn that has vaulted ceilings with LED lights and in-floor heat. A 15-foot trench drain is very helpful for the mechanic. Also, there are 10 x 16-foot overhead doors. Next to that is a 12-foot-wide full-length lean-to. Lastly, it has a 12 x 34 RV port. The expansive acreage offers endless possibilities, gardening, recreation, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Experience country-style living with modern conveniences, all just minutes from Forest Lake amenities and 35W

20290 Enfield Court N, Forest Lake

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.

$489,000

ACTIVE Status ⋅ 5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7150527 MLS ⋅ 2,579 SqFt.

Brand new deck! This new construction home built in 2024 comes fully equipped for a worry-free move. It features a finished basement, a brand-new deck, a water softener, and an installed drinking water system. The gutters are in place, and the washer and dryer are already set up. Blinds have been installed, a TV mount is in place, and internet connectivity is ready. The driveway has been resealed, and the lawn is established with an irrigation system. Additionally, the front steps have been painted. The property includes three thriving apple trees, a peach tree, and a pear tree, along with a small garden bed that has already started. According to Capstone's building plan, there will be a park located at the back of the property. Additionally, a pond on the right side attracts various wildlife.

19714 English Avenue N, Forest Lake

Listing courtesy of Partners Realty Inc..

$515,000

ACTIVE Status ⋅ 2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7139270 MLS ⋅ 2,088 SqFt.

Lake Views, Luxury & Carefree Living! Experience the best of Forest Lake living in this beautifully appointed condo offering stunning views of Forest Lake and an exceptional location within walking distance to lakes, parks, shopping, restaurants and everyday conveniences. Designed for both comfort and elegance, this home combines spacious living areas, stylish architectural details and amenities that create an effortless, carefree lifestyle.The inviting primary suite is a peaceful retreat featuring beautiful lake views, a stylish recessed ceiling and private full bath with jetted tub and separate shower. One of the home's most distinctive features is the two-sided gas fireplace shared between the living room and primary bedroom, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in both spaces. The second bedroom also features a stylish recessed ceiling and is conveniently located near the second full bath with double sinks, jetted tub and separate shower. Beautiful wood and tile flooring add durability and timeless appeal throughout the home. The spacious kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring rich maple cabinetry, pull-out shelving in the pantry and lower cabinets, granite tops and a large peninsula providing the perfect place for serving, casual dining or gathering with guests.The dedicated dining room features a stylish recessed ceiling and is separated from the living room by a half wall and decorative pillars, creating an elegant, defined dining space while maintaining a connected feel. Two charming corner curio cabinets in the dining room are included, providing beautiful display space and adding to the character of the room.The comfortable living room offers a welcoming setting to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The covered balcony overlooks Forest Lake, providing the perfect place to enjoy morning coffee, unwind at the end of the day or take in the changing seasons. The living room, primary bedroom and office overlook the lake, while the office also features a stylish recessed ceiling. Beyond the beautiful interior, enjoy the peace of mind offered by a secure, well-maintained building with controlled security access and a fire sprinkler system. The amenities continue with heated underground parking featuring two dedicated parking spaces, plus a convenient car-washing and cleaning area with tools available for your use. A secure storage room includes individual fenced storage areas, providing plenty of space for seasonal belongings, recreational equipment and more. On-site laundry adds another level of convenience.This is more than a condo-it is a secure, comfortable and low-maintenance lifestyle in a location that puts so much within easy reach. Walk to the lake, parks, restaurants and shopping, then come home to your private retreat and beautiful lake views. You can also join the Forest Lake Marina to rent boats and use beautiful Forest Lake. Elegant finishes, distinctive architectural details, exceptional amenities and a prime Forest Lake location come together to create a truly special home.

25 N Lake Street Unit 205, Forest Lake

Listing courtesy of Re/Max Synergy.

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