Historic, Edge-Suburban, Value
Farmington sits at the edge of the metro, transitioning from suburb to farmland. It has a historic downtown (one of the few in the south metro) and offers the most house for your money in Dakota County.
The Train Station
Smart Money Move?
Let's look at the raw data. No sugarcoating.
Monthly "All-In"
Estimated mortgage, taxes, and insurance.
$2,664/mo
Down Payment
*Based on a 7% rate and $395,000 price. In Farmington, taxes vary by block, but this gets you in the ballpark.
Customize Rates & ScenariosFarmington has the lowest 'Price Per Square Foot' for homes built after 2010 in the entire South Metro. Maximal square footage for the dollar.
Real Talk Warning
Commuting to Minneapolis is a solid 45 minutes. You are living on the edge.
Living in Farmington
It's not just about the house; it's about the Tuesday morning coffee run and the Friday night walk. Here's who thrives here.
Is Farmington Your Match?
This neighborhood isn't for everyone. It's specifically optimized for these three lifestyles.
Value Hunter
Max
Get the 4-car garage you dreamed of.
Rural Edge
Fields
Cornfields are your neighbors to the south.
History Fan
1870
Appreciating the brick downtown architecture.
Local Gems & Secrets
Your Farmington Strategy
Ready to go deeper? Here are the best ways to explore this neighborhood.