Real Estate Blog for the North & East Twin Cities

Oakdale is a community that has continued to expand and develop in the east metro of the Twin Cities. Just drive Hadley Avenue, Century Avenue or Interstate 694 to see all of the new retail establishments and residential developments to get an idea of how continuous changes have affected the community over the past several years. Conveniently located along I694 and north of I94, Oakdale is a vibrant part of Washington County. The community is served by the North St Paul/Maplewood/Oakdale School District #622 and is home to the Tartan Titans. The Tartan High School name is no doubt reflective of the roots of the international company 3M and Scotch Tape, with its distinctive red and/or green tartan plaid logo. The 3M main headquarters is located on the eastern border of our capital city, St. Paul, a border shared with the community of Oakdale.

Oakdale has an eclectic mix of housing opportunities. There are older communities with large yards and renovated farm homes as well as newer developments with townhomes, condos, twinhomes and single family dwellings. Whatever your housing needs, Oakdale is an area with various affordable choices to meet the requirements of all types of families.

2010 Average Sales Price of all homes sold in Oakdale:

• All Homes $167,344
• Single Family Homes $193,176
• Townhomes/Condos $125,222

2010 Average Cumulative Days on Market in Oakdale:

• All Homes 167
• Single Family Homes 104
• Townhomes/Condos 159

Year End Oakdale residential real estate statistics for single family homes:

Under $200,000~ 48 Active Listings, 17 Pending Listings, 129 Sold Listings, 99 CDOM

$200,000-300,000~ 18 Active Listings, 7 Pending Listings, 79 Sold Listings, 109 CDOM

$300,000-$400,000 ~ 6 Active Listings, 0 Pending Listings, 11 Sold Listings, 103 CDOM

$400,000+ ~ 2 Active Listings, 0 Pending Listings, 2 Sold Listings, 281 CDOM

Year End Oakdale residential real estate statistics for townhomes and condos:

Under $200,000~ 71 Active Listings, 12 Pending Listings, 130 Sold Listings, 168 CDOM

$200,000-300,000~ 5 Active Listings, 0 Pending Listings, 10 Sold Listings, 146 CDOM

$300,000-$400,000 ~ 2 Active Listings, 0 Pending Listings, 3Sold Listings, 168 CDOM

For additional information on any current Blaine real estate listing or for additional information on buying a home in Oakdale, MN contact Teri Eckholm, RE/MAX Specialists directly at 651-336-7073.

**All Statistical information based on information from the REGIONAL MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE of MINNESOTA, INC. for the period of 1/1/10 through 12/31/10.

FEATURED OAKDALE LISTING:

6794 Upper 28th St, Oakdale MN 55128

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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY October 24th  1-3pm!

6794 Upper 28th St, Oakdale, MN!

**SPARKLING** Turnkey Home! 4BR/2BA with heated & insulated 3 Car garage--Beautifully Maintained inside & out!!

Plenty of room and driveway to park the boat or RV and still leave room for the at-home mechanic to work in the heated/insulated 3 stall garage! Plenty of space inside and out for entertaining the whole family!

Looking for the perfect place to call home? Need Space for the boat or RV? Got a mechanic who wants a heated/insulated garage?

This charming multi-level 1992 built home could be just what you are searching for. It is **LOADED** with all the features homebuyers stress in a home today!

• Open floor plan with soaring vaulted living room...just painted in neutral colors!
• Lookout from living room window to spacious landscaped backyard and pond below.

• Eat-in, sun-soaked kitchen with ample cabinet space. Too much sun? Note the beautiful wooden blinds!
• Newer laminate in foyer, kitchen and dining room provides convenience and beauty!

• One of two spacious decks...This one is off the family room overlooking the landscaped backyard!
• BRAND NEW siding and roof with upgraded architectural shingles Fall 2009!

• BRAND NEW furnace and water heater installed in 2009!

• Landscaped backyard! GREAT area set up to enjoy a campfire with friends & family next summer.
• Have a dog? This home has underground fencing to keep your pet safe!
• 3 Stall garage and extra parking for boat or camper along side. Note the oversized CEMENT driveway.
• Storage Galore! Ladder access to abundant storage above the garage

Awesome location-Just off 694 and Hwys 5 &120! Several major stores, restaurants and Maplewood Mall are within a few miles. Schools, playgrounds, parks, movie theaters, gyms & Century College are also just a short distance away. Easy access to Hwy 36 or 694 for a quick commute to either downtown.

This fantastic home is priced to sell quickly at $229,900!

DIRECTIONS: Hadley Av to 29th St, East to Upper 28th, Left to home.

Click HERE to TAKE the Tour! More information and color pictures on the virtual tour/slide show!

Need to know more about how to make this wonderful OAKDALE home yours? Call or Text me, Teri Eckholm, RE/MAX Specialists at 651-336-7073 today!

Oakdale, Minnesota has its roots in agriculture, railroads and resorts. Early settlers to the area in the 1800’s chose the name for the groves of trees that enhanced the landscape. It started as a township organized in the 1850’s but it was over a century before Oakdale became a city. At one point Hudson Road at the south end of the city was an established stagecoach route to Chicago. Two railroads stations were an important part of putting Oakdale on the map. Lake Demontreville was once a popular summer home area for wealthy city dwellers, though it was once a part of Oakdale Township, it is now in neighboring Lake Elmo. From its humble beginnings, Oakdale became a city in 1974 and is noted worldwide for being headquarters for 3M and Imation. It is no longer a farming community. In the 1990’s the city became a growth suburb and expanded in population from just over 18,000 to nearly 27,000 residents which is where the estimates are today.

Here is a top ten list of reasons why Oakdale Minnesota is such a great place to live:

#10—Oakdale Summerfest. The annual event held every June features everything to celebrate summer! Parade, Oakdale royalty coronation, carnival rides, baseball/softball tourney, crafts and more are combined to make this a memory-making event for area residents.

#9—Fish or Swim. Oakdale’s Tanners Lake is fabulous places to share a day with friends at the beach or on the dock! Tanners is a wonderful place to spend an afternoon.

#8—Tee Off at Oak Marsh. Play 18 holes among the wetlands on this centrally located 70 par course. Not a golfer? The pros at Oak Marsh can help you learn. Even if golf isn’t your thing, you can enjoy a fantastic dinner and view. The

a fun family destination. Discover art; learn about nature; hike, bike & cross-country ski along miles of trails; or just sit back and enjoy view of the 28 acre lake from the observation dock. There is much to do at this award winning facility in the heart of Oakdale.

#2—Eclectic Options for Living. Whether you want the convenience of a low-maintenance townhome a 1950’s rambler or bungalow, or a recently constructed, modified two-story, you can find an affordable option to rent or purchase in Oakdale.

#1—Friendly People. The number one reason for living in Oakdale is the welcoming community atmosphere. Isn’t that what most people search for in a place to call home?

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Think You Could be at Home in Oakdale, MN?

Oakdale is a community that has continued to expand and develop in the east metro of the Twin Cities. Just drive Hadley Avenue, Century Avenue or Interstate 694 to see all of the new retail establishments and residential developments to get an idea of how continuous changes have affected the community over the past several years. Conveniently located along I694 and north of I94, Oakdale is a vibrant part of Washington County. The community is served by the North St Paul/Maplewood/Oakdale School District #622 and is home to the Tartan Titans. The Tartan High School name is no doubt reflective of the roots of the international company 3M and Scotch Tape, with its distinctive red and/or green tartan plaid logo. The 3M main headquarters is located on the eastern border of Minnesota's capital city, St. Paul, a border shared with the community of Oakdale.

Oakdale has an eclectic mix of housing opportunities. There are older communities with large yards and renovated farm homes as well as newer developments with townhomes, condos, twinhomes and single family dwellings. Whatever your housing needs, Oakdale is an area with various affordable choices to meet the requirements of all types of families.

Single family home sales were steady throughout the 3rd quarter in the Oakdale area. In fact higher priced homes seemed to do better than in the earlier quarters. However, townhome sales slowed significantly in all pricepoints compared to sales in the first half of the year. Oakdale townhome sellers will need to be aggressive if they want to sell their townhome/condo this year.

2009 Average Sales Price of all homes sold in Oakdale:

• All Homes $163,343
• Single Family Homes $194,018
• Townhomes/Condos $125,222

2009 Average Cumulative Days on Market in Oakdale:

• All Homes 134
• Single Family Homes 114
• Townhomes/Condos 159

3rd Quarter Oakdale residential real estate statistics for single family homes:

Under $200,000~ 58 Active Listings, 14 Pending Listings, 28 Sold Listings, 81 CDOM

$200,000-300,000~ 37 Active Listings, 6 Pending Listings, 21 Sold Listings, 113 CDOM

$300,000-$400,000 ~ 6 Active Listings, 3 Pending Listings, 3 Sold Listings, 208 CDOM

$400,000+ ~ 4 Active Listings, 0 Pending Listings, 0 Sold Listings

3rd Quarter Oakdale residential real estate statistics for townhomes and condos:

Under $200,000~ 137 Active Listings, 27 Pending Listings, 19 Sold Listings, 182 CDOM

$200,000-300,000~ 42 Active Listings, 7 Pending Listings, 2 Sold Listings, 159 CDOM

$300,000-$400,000 ~ 10 Active Listings, 3 Pending Listings, 2 Sold Listings, 230 CDOM

$400,000+ ~ 14 Active Listings, 0 Pending Listings, 0 Sold Listings

For additional information on any current real estate listing or buying a home in Oakdale, MN contact Teri Eckholm directly at 651-336-7073.

**All Statistical information based on information from the REGIONAL MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE of MINNESOTA, INC. for the period of 7/1/10 through 9/30/10.

FEATURED OAKDALE LISTING:

6794 Upper 28th St, Oakdale MN 55128

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Out of the hundreds of homes on the market in the Twin Cities only a handful are amazing deals. As a first time buyer, it may be hard to tell the gems from the junk. As a REALTOR® who works in the north and east metro, I can quickly tell which properties are the potential deals. As I work throughout North St Paul, Maplewood, Oakdale, Mahtomedi, Hugo, White Bear and all communities in the north and east metro, I wanted to start a weekly list of some of the best deals I have spotted on the MLS for a first time buyer who really wants a three stall garage! All of these homes are being sold by traditional sellers (no bank approval required) so a buyer would get a quick answer if they submit and offer. All of the homes have at least 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and an attached 3 car garage. All these fantastic homes are priced under $250,000! Take a Look at this Week's Top Ten:

1. 1999 built 4 level split in Hugo, 4BR/3BA/3 Car/2000+ finished with walkout lower level for $229.900.
2. 1993 built Little Canada 4-Level with 3BR/2BA/3 Car Heated garage on ¼ acre wooded yard for $249.9K.
3. Creekside 1997 built White Bear Township split entry with 3BR/2BA/3 Car featuring new carpet and walkout basement $214.900.
4. Private Master Bath in Forest Lake 1995 blt, 3 Level with 4BR/3BA/3 stall heated and finished garage for $229,900
5. 1998 Split Level in Forest Lake with 2400+ finished sq ft. 5BR/2BA/3 Car $240K.
6. 4BR/3BA/3 Car attached Split Level on cul de sac with irrigation system in Maplewood built in 1996 $239,900.
7. 2400+ sq ft 2 story 4BR/3BA/3 Car Maplewood home built in 1994 with wrap around porch and master bath for $245K.
8. Lakeland Split entry 3BR/2BA/3 Car 1992 built split with new kitchen on ¾ acre lot $249,900.
9. 3BR/2BA/3 Car 1996 built Woodbury Split Level on ¼ Acre w/walkout lower level and fireplace $249K.
10. 1992 built Oak Park Heights split with 4BR/2BA/3 stall heated & insulated garage on cul de sac for $244,900.

NEED MORE DETAILS? Email me and I will send you a quick link to the details on these 10 awesome first time buyer homes!

**PHOTO FEATURED HOME** for First Time Buyers: 6794 Upper 28th St, Oakdale MN 55128 The Oakdale home in the photo above features a NEW Roof, Siding, Furnace, Refrigerator & more! It has an oversized 3 stall heated & insulated garage. 4 Bedrooms. 2 Decks and room to park an RV in the extended cement driveway. Priced at $229,900! Click address for additional info and photos.

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• How to Buy a Home (and Skip the Wild Goose Chase!)

1ST OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 19TH FROM 1-3pm!

6794 Upper 28th St, Oakdale, MN!

**SPARKLING** Turnkey Home! 4BR/2BA with heated & insulated 3 Car garage--Beautifully Maintained inside & out!!

Plenty of room and driveway for the at home mechanic! Plenty of space inside and out for entertaining the whole family!

Looking for the perfect place to call home? Need Space for the boat or RV? Got a mechanic who wants a heated/insulated garage?

This charming multi-level 1992 built home could be just what you are searching for. It is **LOADED** with all the features homebuyers stress in a home today!

• Open floor plan with soaring vaulted living room...just painted in neutral colors!
• Lookout from living room window to spacious landscaped backyard and pond below.

• Eat-in, sun-soaked kitchen with ample cabinet space. Too much sun? Note the beautiful wooden blinds!
• Newer laminate in foyer, kitchen and dining room provides convenience and beauty!

• One of two spacious decks...This one is off the family room overlooking the landscaped backyard!
• BRAND NEW siding and roof with upgraded architectural shingles Fall 2009!

• BRAND NEW furnace and water heater installed in 2009!

• Landscaped backyard! GREAT area set up to enjoy a campfire with friends & family next summer.
• Have a dog? This home has underground fencing to keep your pet safe!
• 3 Stall garage and extra parking for boat or camper along side. Note the oversized CEMENT driveway.
• Storage Galore! Ladder access to abundant storage above the garage

Awesome location-Just off 694 and Hwys 5 &120! Several major stores, restaurants and Maplewood Mall are within a few miles. Schools, playgrounds, parks, movie theaters, gyms & Century College are also just a short distance away. Easy access to Hwy 36 or 694 for a quick commute to either downtown.

This fantastic home is priced to sell quickly at $229,900!

DIRECTIONS: Hadley Av to 29th St, East to Upper 28th, Left to home.

Click HERE to TAKE the Tour! More information and color pictures on the virtual tour/slide show!

Need to know more about how to make this wonderful OAKDALE home yours? Call or Text me, Teri Eckholm, RE/MAX Specialists at 651-336-7073 today!

elcome to 6794 Upper 28th St, Oakdale, MN!

Move in Perfect 4BR/2BA with heated & insulated 3 Car garage--Beautifully Maintained inside & out!!

Looking for the perfect place to call home? Need Space for the boat or RV? Got a mechanic who wants a heated/insulated garage?

This charming multi-level 1992 built home could be just what you are searching for. It is **LOADED** with all the features homebuyers stress in a home today!

• Open floor plan with soaring vaulted living room...just painted in neutral colors!
• Lookout from living room window to spacious landscaped backyard and pond below.

• Eat-in, sun-soaked kitchen with ample cabinet space. Too much sun? Note the beautiful wooden blinds!
• Newer laminate in foyer, kitchen and dining room provides convenience and beauty!

• One of two spacious decks...This one is off the family room overlooking the landscaped backyard!
• BRAND NEW siding and roof with upgraded architectural shingles Fall 2009!

• BRAND NEW furnace and water heater installed in 2009!  

• Landscaped backyard! GREAT area set up to enjoy a campfire with friends & family next summer.
• Have a dog? This home has underground fencing to keep your pet safe!
• 3 Stall garage and extra parking for boat or camper along side. Note the oversized CEMENT driveway.
• Storage Galore! Ladder access to abundant storage above the garage

Awesome location-Just off 694 and Hwys 5 &120!  Several major stores, restaurants and Maplewood Mall are within a few miles. Schools, playgrounds, parks, movie theaters, gyms & Century College are also just a short distance away. Easy access to Hwy 36 or 694 for a quick commute to either downtown.

NOTE:  This is NOT a foreclosure or short sale property! Buyers will get a quick answer on any submitted offer as this home is being by a traditional seller.

Need to know more about how to make a wonderful OAKDALE home like this yours? Call or Text me, Teri Eckholm, RE/MAX Specialists at 651-336-7073 today!