The city of White Bear Lake takes its name from a lake that lies along its southeastern border, but it’s also home to a few other bodies of water, as well as a regional park.

Are you craving the calm ambiance that you can only find outdoors? It's this emphasis on nature that attracts residents to this small city lying just north of Saint Paul -- the state's capital and one of the Twin Cities. The close-in location is as appealing as its outdoorsy lifestyle.

If you're considering moving to White Bear Lake, you'll find above average prices, about 4% higher than the rest of Minnesota.

But, you'll be greeted with a full menu of amenities, including an enviable public transportation system, as well as eateries and convenience stores, shopping, entertainment, libraries and parks.

White Bear Lake MN real estate is perfect for families, with 24 public schools, four private schools, and one post-secondary school. Minnesota schools are generally exemplary, but this community earns an "A" rating with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1.

If you’re wondering about the housing market, nearly 70% of the homes are owner-occupied, with a median value just over $205,000, approximately 5.7% higher than the Minnesota average. Median rental rates in White Bear Lake, however, are 21.7% higher than the state's average.  

A lakeside community with family-oriented values and a love for nature, you’ll be sure to fall in love with White Bear Lake.