Market Snapshot
Report generated March 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Population | 163,425 ↑ 0.3% since 2020 |
| Median Household Income | $93,494 25% above national median |
| Median Home Value | $304,500 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% |
| Median Age | 37.8 years |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 5.2% |
| Total Land Sales (Past 12 Months) | 92 transactions |
| Active Listings | 196 properties |
| Avg Days on Market | 314 days |
Rural Land Sales (1+ Acres) (Mar 2025 – Feb 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Price/Acre | $55,060 |
| Recent Sales | 48 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 183 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 22.35 acres |
| Active Listings | 87 properties |
Recent Rural Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2026 | 2.00 | $252,006 | $126,003 | 1148 Pavilion Ln SW | Rochester |
| Feb 2026 | 2.19 | $265,435 | $121,203 | 1094 Pavilion Ln SW | Rochester |
| Feb 2026 | 2.19 | $265,435 | $121,203 | 1076 Pavilion Ln SW | Rochester |
| Feb 2026 | 2.00 | $242,124 | $121,062 | 1166 Boulder Creek Ln SW | Rochester |
| Feb 2026 | 3.05 | $290,000 | $95,082 | Salley Ridge L4b1 Phase 2 Ln NE | Rochester |
| Feb 2026 | 40.00 | $500,000 | $12,500 | 12625 & 12717 44th Ave NW | Oronoco |
| Jan 2026 | 2.22 | $240,000 | $108,108 | 3125 Glenwood Rd SW | Rochester |
| Jan 2026 | 20.00 | $600,000 | $30,000 | 6480 55th Ave NE | Rochester |
| Dec 2025 | 4.80 | $345,000 | $71,875 | Salley Ridge L2b1 Phase 2 Ln | Rochester |
| Dec 2025 | 112.29 | $969,908 | $8,638 | 70th St SE | Eyota |
| Date | Acres | Price | $/Acre | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 154.89 | $1,557,485 | $10,055 | 150th Ave SE | Dover |
| Dec 2025 | 1.17 | $184,900 | $158,034 | 1420 Somerby Pkwy NE | Byron |
| Dec 2025 | 2.48 | $232,000 | $93,548 | Tbd W Center St | Oronoco |
| Dec 2025 | 74.08 | $975,000 | $13,161 | 75th St NW | Oronoco |
| Dec 2025 | 67.80 | $869,433 | $12,823 | 55 Avenue Ne | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 7.37 | $422,500 | $57,327 | L3b4 Royal Oaks Farm Ln SW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 18.00 | $386,000 | $21,444 | 75th St NW | Pine Island |
| Nov 2025 | 2.59 | $340,000 | $131,274 | L5b4 Royal Oaks Farm Ln SW | Rochester |
| Oct 2025 | 5.50 | $1,525,000 | $277,273 | 6400 Bandel Rd NW | Rochester |
| Oct 2025 | 3.36 | $185,000 | $55,060 | 65th Ave SE | Rochester |
| Sep 2025 | 81.74 | $830,000 | $10,154 | 87th St SE | Stewartville |
| Sep 2025 | 3.00 | $165,000 | $55,000 | 122nd Ave NE | Eyota |
| Sep 2025 | 21.80 | $600,000 | $27,523 | 75th St NW | Byron |
| Sep 2025 | 7.52 | $600,000 | $79,787 | 85th Ave NW | Pine Island |
| Sep 2025 | 43.73 | $600,000 | $13,721 | 85th Ave NW | Plainview |
| Sep 2025 | 4.73 | $100,000 | $21,142 | Xxxx Pinewood Rd SE | Rochester |
| Sep 2025 | 34.85 | $380,000 | $10,904 | Pine Bluff Rd NW #Site13 | Pine Island |
| Sep 2025 | 2.96 | $378,830 | $127,983 | 2896 Prairie Woods Ln SW | Rochester |
| Aug 2025 | 2.19 | $260,000 | $118,721 | 794 Irvin Ln SW | Rochester |
| Jul 2025 | 2.23 | $238,500 | $106,951 | L1b2 Miller Pl NW | Rochester |
| Jul 2025 | 22.78 | $318,920 | $14,000 | 3811 25th St SE | Rochester |
| Jul 2025 | 30.00 | $325,000 | $10,833 | 8909 43rd Ave SE | Stewartville |
| Jul 2025 | 2.05 | $1,552,000 | $757,073 | 4547 Millie Meadow Dr SW | Rochester |
| Jul 2025 | 76.00 | $675,000 | $8,882 | 75th St NW | Byron |
| Jun 2025 | 10.00 | $187,000 | $18,700 | 43rd Ave SE | Stewartville |
| May 2025 | 1.05 | $159,900 | $152,286 | 6303 Paint Rd NW | Byron |
| May 2025 | 2.18 | $365,000 | $167,431 | 2889 Prairie Woods Ln SW | Rochester |
| May 2025 | 16.86 | $315,900 | $18,737 | Xx16 County Rd #3 | Stewartville |
| May 2025 | 80.06 | $537,500 | $6,714 | X Spring Rd SE | Chatfield |
| May 2025 | 4.50 | $450,000 | $100,000 | 2630 Wild Rose Ln SW | Rochester |
| May 2025 | 7.70 | $175,000 | $22,727 | Island Estates Site Dr #17 | Pine Island |
| May 2025 | 31.87 | $975,000 | $30,593 | 1035 55th St NW | Rochester |
| May 2025 | 5.00 | $162,000 | $32,400 | New Haven Site Rd #19 | Pine Island |
| Apr 2025 | 10.88 | $370,000 | $34,007 | 64XX W River Pkwy NW | Rochester |
| Apr 2025 | 2.04 | $170,000 | $83,333 | 5502 Eisenhower Ln SE | Rochester |
| Mar 2025 | 27.05 | $475,000 | $17,560 | Xxxx 85th Street Nw New Haven Twp | Pine Island |
| Mar 2025 | 2.08 | $160,000 | $76,923 | 1233 Skyview Cir NW | Rochester |
| Mar 2025 | 7.87 | $460,000 | $58,450 | L18b4 Royal Oaks Ln SW | Rochester |
Suburban/Urban Land Sales (Under 1 Acre) (Sep 2025 – Mar 2026)
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Lot Price | $98,668 |
| Recent Sales | 44 transactions |
| Avg Days on Market | 112 days |
| Avg Parcel Size | 0.28 acres |
| Active Listings | 109 properties |
Recent Suburban/Urban Land Sales
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026New | 0.29 | $158,495 | 2420 14th Ave SW | Rochester |
| Mar 2026New | 0.20 | $109,490 | 2466 14th Ave SW | Rochester |
| Mar 2026New | 0.15 | $82,265 | 2427 14th Ave SW | Rochester |
| Feb 2026 | 0.99 | $209,000 | 3357 Bella Terra Rd NE | Rochester |
| Jan 2026 | 0.26 | $673,900 | 2237 Glady Ln NE | Rochester |
| Jan 2026 | 0.31 | $623,500 | 1801 Brandt Dr NE | Byron |
| Dec 2025 | 0.26 | $64,000 | 958 10th St SW | Pine Island |
| Dec 2025 | 0.22 | $408,860 | 1780 4th St NE | Byron |
| Dec 2025 | 0.26 | $190,590 | 4879 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.45 | $81,000 | 160 5th St SE | Oronoco |
| Date | Acres | Price | Address | City |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | 0.19 | $88,000 | 1819 4th St NE | Byron |
| Nov 2025 | 0.88 | $280,000 | 326 18th St SW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.25 | $499,521 | 4921 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.21 | $98,668 | 5413 King Arthur Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.21 | $98,668 | 5431 King Arthur Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.21 | $98,668 | 5449 King Arthur Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.24 | $98,668 | 5461 King Arthur Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.23 | $98,668 | 5458 King Arthur Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.25 | $98,668 | 5440 King Arthur Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.24 | $98,668 | 5422 King Arthur Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.26 | $98,668 | 5404 King Arthur Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.22 | $98,668 | 5386 King Arthur Dr NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.20 | $98,668 | 5368 King Arthur Dr NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.25 | $98,668 | 5350 King Arthur Dr NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.19 | $98,668 | 4825 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.21 | $98,668 | 4850 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.20 | $98,668 | 4858 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.22 | $98,668 | 4849 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.19 | $98,668 | 4819 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.22 | $98,668 | 4840 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.22 | $98,668 | 4855 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.22 | $98,668 | 4810 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.24 | $98,668 | 4813 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.19 | $98,668 | 5395 King Arthur Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.23 | $98,668 | 4831 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.26 | $98,668 | 4807 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.24 | $98,668 | 4843 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.22 | $98,668 | 4830 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.23 | $98,668 | 4822 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Nov 2025 | 0.24 | $98,668 | 4837 Noble Ln NW | Rochester |
| Oct 2025 | 0.52 | $160,000 | 2822 Wildflower Ln SW | Rochester |
| Oct 2025 | 0.59 | $350,000 | 1409 Epperstone Enclave NE | Byron |
| Sep 2025 | 0.24 | $485,000 | 3677 Meadow Sage Ct SE | Rochester |
| Sep 2025 | 0.25 | $150,000 | 4440 Cassidy Ridge Dr NE | Rochester |
County Profile
| Demographic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Population (2023) | 163,425 |
| Population (2020) | 162,847 |
| Population Growth | 0.35% |
| Median Household Income | $93,494 |
| Median Home Value | $304,500 |
| Total Housing Units | 70,255 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,626 |
| Housing Vacancy Rate | 5.2% |
| Median Age | 37.8 |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 30,188 (18.5%) |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.6% |
Market Overview
Olmsted County, Minnesota has a population of 163,425, which has grown 0.35% since 2020. The median household income is $93,494, above the national median of $74,580 by 25.4%. The housing vacancy rate of 5.2% suggests tight market conditions. Olmsted County is part of Minnesota's land market, attracting both local and out-of-state buyers. Recent rural land sales show a median price of $55,000 per acre, with properties averaging 24.40 acres. There are currently 196 active land listings in the county.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current population of Olmsted County, Minnesota?
As of the 2023 American Community Survey, Olmsted County has a population of 163,425. The county has grown 0.35% since the 2020 Census, indicating a growing community.
What is the median household income in Olmsted County?
The median household income in Olmsted County is $93,494, which is 25.4% above the national median of $74,580.
Is Olmsted County growing or shrinking?
Olmsted County is growing. The population has increased 0.35% since 2020.
What is the housing market like in Olmsted County?
The median home value in Olmsted County is $304,500. The housing vacancy rate is 5.2%, which suggests tight market conditions. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, reflecting the local economic conditions. Recent rural land sales (1+ acres) show a median price of $55,000 per acre. Suburban/urban lots under 1 acre have a median lot price of $98,668.
Does Reelvest buy land in Olmsted County, Minnesota?
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Data Sources: Market data reflects recent vacant land transactions in the county. Demographic data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (2023), Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025). Updated monthly.