55025: Express Commute Forest Lake to Downtown Minneapolis - 12/09/15 04:09 AM
 
Forest Lake residents who work in downtown Minneapolis can skip the frustrating traffic jams and backups! There is a convenient commuter station, or transit center, is just a hop, skip or jump from most Forest Lake homes!
 
As a REALTOR® in the north and east Twin Cities metro, I often am asked about the commute to downtown Minneapolis from the Forest Lake area. It is a concern for anyone considering a move to the Chisago, Forest Lake and Wyoming area. A normal traffic free commute from Forest Lake by car to downtown Minneapolis is about 45 minutes. Add in rush … (2 comments)

55025: **SOLD** 6428 210th Lane N, Forest Lake MN 55025 - 08/27/13 07:44 AM
 
Welcome to 6428 210th Lane N, Forest Lake!
  Modified Two Story with awesome floor plan! 4BR/4BA/3car 
This HOME is SOLD!
 

Vaulted Open Floor Plan—Soaring vaults enhance the living room that is open to entry foyer & dining/kitchen area. The very spacious living room area features a floor-to-ceiling stone surround, gas fireplace, upgraded lighting, neutral paint & carpeting and view of both front & back yards. Over 2900 finished square feet plus unfinished utility room.
Huge Lower Level Family Room—Spacious area for watching television, entertaining & relaxing.
Perfect Play Area!—Lower level playroom features ceramic tile flooring and … (13 comments)

55025: **SOLD** 6428 210th Lane N, Forest Lake MN 55025 - 06/29/13 01:42 AM
This home has sold!
 
  Vaulted Open Floor Plan—Soaring vaults enhance the living room that is open to entry foyer & dining/kitchen area. The very spacious living room area features a floor-to-ceiling stone surround, gas fireplace, upgraded lighting, neutral paint & carpeting and view of both front & back yards. 2919 finished square feet plus unfinished utility room.   Huge Lower Level Family Room—Spacious area for watching television, entertaining & relaxing.   Perfect Play Area!—Lower level playroom features ceramic tile flooring and walks out to a huge paver patio!   Well Appointed Kitchen—Custom Cabinetry, built-in desk, spacious island. walk-in pantry, … (6 comments)

55025: **SOLD** 6428 210th Lane N, Forest Lake MN 55025 - 05/31/13 07:26 AM
   This Home is SOLD!
  Vaulted Open Floor Plan—Soaring vaults enhance the living room that is open to entry foyer & dining/kitchen area. The very spacious living room area features a floor-to-ceiling stone surround, gas fireplace, upgraded lighting, neutral paint & carpeting and view of both front & back yards. Over 2900 finished square feet plus unfinished utility room.   Huge Lower Level Family Room—Spacious area for watching television, entertaining & relaxing.   Perfect Play Area!—Lower level playroom features ceramic tile flooring and walks out to a huge paver patio!   Perfectly Appointed Kitchen—Custom Cabinetry, built-in desk, spacious island. walk-in … (0 comments)

55025: Snapshot of Home Sales Statistics in Forest Lake, MN Year End 2012 - 02/26/13 06:57 AM
    Forest Lake is starting to show signs of improvement after a very stable 2011. All major indicators improved In 2012 compared to 2011 though some were just ever so slight. New listings were down pretty significantly (almost 15%) for the second year in a row pushing prices up a bit due to lack of inventory. Closed sales were pretty stable with only one additional sale but the average sales price did rebound in 2012 to almost $200,000. Days on market in 2012 were down by almost 6% and price per square foot  also saw a rebound to $97/sq ft … (0 comments)

55025: Hey Anoka County Homebuyers! Do you Have your Eye on a Real Estate SLEEPER? - 11/14/11 07:56 AM
You check the MLS link every day and there it is...sitting on the market day after day. It's your dream home and you have watched it for a couple of months now. It seems to be priced right; in fact, it is a steal of a deal. But the market has you paralyzed into watching and waiting rather than making your move on the perfect home so there you are on the fence still waiting until that perfect moment to call up a REALTOR® and put in your offer on your dream. As you continue to "time the market", waiting to … (13 comments)

55025: Year End 2010 Snapshot of Forest Lake, MN Home Sales Statistics - 02/05/11 09:48 AM
The sold signs went up faster on homes in the community of Forest Lake Minnesota in 2010 compared to 2009 as the days on the market before a sale yet again dropped this year. And now the average price is just a bit more than last year too! The average sales price of a home was down nearly 28% in 2009 so even a small increase in average price is a step in the right direction for this north Washington County/east Anoka County community. Closed sales are down almost 12% but sellers received a bit closer to list price so overall … (0 comments)

55025: Year End 2010 Snapshot of Columbus, MN Home Sales Statistics - 01/29/11 08:37 AM
Closed sales took a nosedive in Columbus, Minnesota during 2010. Only 12 homes were sold all of last year in this Anoka County community which is well known for its acreage properties. Columbus is just west of Forest Lake and in this area home sales dropped over 63% from 2009 to 2010. The average price of a home dropped also dropped 12.5% but only a fewer homes were listed on the market. The homes that did list sold quickly and sellers were able to keep more dollars in their pockets during negotiations with sellers receiving nearly 97% of their asking price … (0 comments)

55025: Forest Lake, MN Real Estate Market Statistics Year End 2010 - 01/04/11 04:40 AM

Forest Lake, Minnesota is well known throughout the Twin Cities area. Many people from the city remember the northeast St. Paul suburb fondly from years gone by as a summer vacation spot, an annual ice fishing tournament tradition or as a destination when going for a Sunday a drive in the country. Today, the lakeside cabins have been replaced with year round residences, the fishing tourney is but a memory and the farms are few and far between in this third ring St. Paul suburb. The northern Washington County and east Anoka County community of Forest Lake is now considered … (4 comments)

55025: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly of Buying Lakeshore in a Minnesota Winter! - 12/22/10 02:20 AM
According to the calendar, winter just started but we all know from the chiropractic visits to tend to our aching, shoveling-afflicted spines that Minnesota’s winter weather blew into town several weeks ago. Unfortunately this means all that picturesque lakeshore that defines our beautiful state is frozen and covered with a thick white blanket of snow.
If you’re considering buying a lakeshore home, that just about cuts off any opportunity of buying for the year; that is unless you assess the quality of the lake using an ice auger and depth finder when freezing your backside off fishing on the ice. Right?
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55025: Unexpectedly Amazing Bank-Owned Homes on Lakeshore, Acreage and throughout the Forest Lake Area! - 10/28/10 04:28 AM
Looking for a foreclosure, bank-owned or short sale but need to be able to live in the home immediately after closing?
Good news is that foreclosures are no longer always trashed, fixer-uppers. Today's foreclosures can be simply AWESOME! This economy has forced builders and responsible homeowners alike to let amazing properties go back to the bank. Many are still in pristine condition. Some still may require a bit of cleanup or a few cosmetic changes but there are many in move in condition too.
AND, not all bargains are foreclosures either. Some traditional homeowners have sharpened up their pencils and priced … (6 comments)

55025: Wordless Wednesday (Almost)--Maybe He Needs Just a Little More Coffee.... - 10/27/10 02:12 AM

Or maybe something a bit stronger!
This was taken last year at Chris Costello's family fun Halloween house in Forest Lake. Chris tries to set up his elaborate display every year weather permitting. It is located on the north side of the lake just off North Shore Trail and it is FREE! For additional photos, video and information click the photo above...If you dare!
 
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55025: Haunted House in Forest Lake, MN? Or Just a Nightmare on Jason Street? - 10/14/10 10:33 AM
As a REALTOR® I know a Minnesota does not have to disclose paranormal activity when selling their home but this is one haunted house I wanted to share with everyone in the north and east Twin Cities metro. Paranormal activity runs rampant at this house just north of the lake, but this haunting is only once a year and is all in good fun! Last Halloween, I had the chance to visit this fantastic (and FREE) haunted house in Washington County just off of North Shore Trail. Chris Costello has set up his home on Jason St., in Forest Lake, MN … (11 comments)

55025: Forest Lake MN Real Estate Market Statistics 3rd Quarter 2010 - 10/06/10 04:13 AM
Forest Lake, Minnesota is well known throughout the Twin Cities area. It was a favorite summer vacation spot, an annual ice fishing tournament tradition or as a destination when going for a Sunday a drive in the country in days gone by. Today, the lakeside cabins have been replaced with year round residences, the fishing tourney is but a memory and the farms are few and far between in this third ring St. Paul suburb.
The fall off of home sales in the 3rd Quarter was evident in Forest Lake, MN in north Washington County which is consistent with most … (0 comments)

55025: Forest Lake, MN Real Estate Market Statistics Mid Year 2010 - 07/06/10 09:01 AM

Forest Lake, Minnesota is well known throughout the Twin Cities area. Many people from the city remember the northeast St. Paul suburb fondly from years gone by as a summer vacation spot, an annual ice fishing tournament tradition or as a destination when going for a Sunday a drive in the country. Today, the lakeside cabins have been replaced with year round residences, the fishing tourney is but a memory and the farms are few and far between in this third ring St. Paul suburb. The northern Washington County and east Anoka County community of Forest Lake is now considered … (12 comments)

55025: Buying Acreage? Be Aware of the Dangers Lurking in the Minnesota Underbrush! - 06/03/10 03:01 AM
Anoka, Chisago, and Washington Counties in Minnesota boast some of the most beautiful, desirable acreage properties in the state. As a REALTOR® in the Columbus, Ham Lake, Forest Lake and Lino Lakes area, I have to walk acres with my home buyers to assess the land. I walk the perimeter of properties with potential acreage sellers to understand the property lines. Whenever showing homes on Minnesota acreage, I am prepared. There are dangers lurking in the underbrush. Poison Ivy--Be aware and on the look out for these poisonous plants as they are all over in Minnesota yards and wooded areas. Many … (6 comments)

55025: Wordless Wednesday (Almost)--Hobby Farm Heaven in Columbus MN! - 05/05/10 02:59 AM

Living in the country in Anoka County Minnesota can be like a little slice of heaven especially in the springtime when everything is just starting to bloom again! This beautiful red polebarn photo is one of the pictures I took for my new listing in Columbus (just west of Forest Lake). 35 Acres to call your own near Carlos Avery Wildlife Management area. Want to see more photos? Take the tour by clicking HERE!
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55025: Considering a Move to Minnesota Acreage? What You NEED to know! - 05/03/10 03:29 AM
Over a decade ago out family came across a home being renovated on just under 3 acres in the country. It was a bit of a drive from North St. Paul and Maplewood, the quiet little suburbs where we had spent most of our lives. But there was something intriguing about the beautiful landscape with dozens of towering oaks and pines.
We loved the idea that our two boys who were just starting school at the time could play hide and seek and ride their bikes right in our own yard. We made the leap without considering all of the … (11 comments)

55025: **SOLD**6711 W Broadway Ave NE, Columbus MN 55025 - 04/27/10 02:42 AM
Welcome to 6711 W Broadway Ave NE, Columbus MN 55025!
A private 35 Acre Sanctuary of natural beauty where you can hunt, garden and play in your own backyard!
Enjoy the beauty of your own private nature preserve minutes from downtown Minneapolis or St. Paul. Beautifully maintained and updated 3BR rambler on a 35 ACRES of wetland and woods.  Hear the call of loons, the sight of white-tailed deer and the cry of hawks literally in your own backyard. Built in 1982, this wonderful 3BR/2BA home features updates and enhancements throughout making it a true delight! And YES you can hunt your own land (in … (2 comments)

55025: Forest Lake, MN Real Estate Market Statistics 1st Quarter 2010 - 04/14/10 04:27 AM
Forest Lake, Minnesota is well known throughout the Twin Cities area. Many people from the city remember the northeast St. Paul suburb fondly from years gone by as a summer vacation spot, an annual ice fishing tournament tradition or as a destination when going for a Sunday a drive in the country. Today, the lakeside cabins have been replaced with year round residences, the fishing tourney is but a memory and the farms are few and far between in this third ring St. Paul suburb. The northern Washington County and east Anoka County community of Forest Lake is now considered an … (1 comments)

 
Teri Eckholm, REALTOR Serving Mpls/St Paul North & East Metro (Boardman Realty)

Teri Eckholm

REALTOR Serving Mpls/St Paul North & East Metro

White Bear Lake, MN

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Boardman Realty

Address: 213 E 4th Street, 4th Floor #426, St Paul, MN, 55101

Mobile: (651) 336-7073

Theresa "Teri" Eckholm/Boardman Realty assists Minnesotans to find their way home with helpful tips and quality service. Dedication to customer service has made Teri the REALTOR® of choice for families in Blaine, Forest Lake, Ham Lake, Lino Lakes and Wyoming areas. Licensed in MN.










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