McLeod Homes with Lester Prairie School district

McLeod County, Minnesota is located in the south central region of the state, just south of Minneapolis. It is home to a population of approximately 35,000 people, and is known for its friendly, small-town atmosphere.

McLeod County is a great place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle, with plenty of open space and plenty of outdoor activities. The county is home to several lakes, rivers, and streams, as well as acres of forests and prairies. There are also plenty of parks, trails, and recreational areas to explore.

The county is also known for its excellent school system. The Lester Prairie School District serves the majority of the county and is known for its high academic standards and commitment to excellence. The district has consistently received high marks from the Minnesota Department of Education, as well as from parents and students.

For those looking to buy a home in McLeod County, there are plenty of options. There are several small towns in the area, as well as larger cities like Hutchinson and Glencoe. Homes in the area range from starter homes to luxury estates. Whether you're looking for a single-family home, a multi-family dwelling, or a vacation home, you're sure to find something that fits your needs.

McLeod County is a great place to call home. With its rural atmosphere, excellent school system, and variety of housing options, it's a great place to live for those looking for a peaceful, family-friendly atmosphere.

Newest McLeod Homes with Lester Prairie School district

$374,900

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7135064 MLS

Welcome to 140 Cedar Ave S! This well-maintained 2-bedroom, 3-bathroom rambler offers 1,784 square feet of comfortable main-level living in a desirable cul-de-sac setting. Situated on a beautiful lot with light tree coverage, this home features a spacious kitchen with pantry, informal dining area, vaulted ceilings, and a welcoming living room with a gas-burning fireplace. The primary suite includes a private full bathroom and walk-in closet, while the main level also offers a second bedroom, additional full bath, convenient half bath, office, and laundry. The unfinished lower level offers 1,784 additional square feet and an 8+ foot foundation pour, providing an excellent opportunity to create additional living space tailored to your needs. An extra-deep 3-car attached garage offers an impressive 888 square feet of space, providing plenty of room for vehicles, storage, hobbies, and more. Enjoy outdoor living from the deck and covered porch, along with the convenience of central air, natural gas forced-air heat, in-ground sprinklers, air-to-air exchanger, and owned water softener. Located on a paved, curbed street in a peaceful cul-de-sac, this home offers a great combination of space, functionality, and future potential.

140 Cedar Drive S, Lester Prairie

Listing courtesy of JPW Realty.

$779,900

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7136328 MLS

Welcome to your own private, 58-acre country retreat, where peaceful surroundings, rolling topography, mature woods and abundant wildlife create the perfect setting to relax, explore and enjoy the outdoors. The South Fork of the Crow River offers excellent fishing, while the property provides outstanding opportunities for hunting and enjoying wildlife. A portion of the acreage is enrolled in CRP, adding to the natural beauty and habitat, while the combination of woods and open land creates exceptional privacy and peaceful seclusion. The property also features a detached 3-stall garage with a large shop, along with a barn and shed, offering ample space for hobbies, equipment and storage. Enjoy the tranquility of country living without sacrificing convenience, with quick access to major highways for an easy commute. Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to own versatile acreage offering privacy, recreation, and the beauty of nature right outside your door.

4165 180th Street, Lester Prairie

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Advantage Plus.

$325,000

7 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 7142810 MLS

If you are looking to get into commercial real estate this is the perfect entry point. There is plenty of room for growth, multiple income streams, and all for an affordable price. Local bank is ready to help you finance your next investment! There is 4 apartments, and a main floor commercial space with street entrance with no steps. There is a contract with the bank to allow tenants to park next to the building otherwise off street parking is available. All residential units rented out with commercial space available with immediate lease option or owner business opportunity.

518 Central Avenue, Lester Prairie

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Advantage Plus.

$350,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7142457 MLS

Welcome home! Step inside to a spacious entryway that immediately makes you feel at home, then head upstairs into a bright, open layout featuring modern finishes, 3 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. The primary suite features a beautiful farmhouse-modern bath that feels both timeless and on-trend. Downstairs, the possibilities are yours. Two additional bedrooms are drywalled with mud and tape set to be complete before closing, along with a future third bathroom framed out. The main level is ready to enjoy, while the lower level is ready for your vision. Grab your paint at Pink Hardware, stop by Big Don’s Carthederal on the way home for ice cream, and make this space your own. Outside, enjoy a large fenced backyard with plenty of room to relax, entertain, and soak up the sunset. With Sunrise Park in your backyard, this home offers the perfect mix of modern style, everyday comfort, and room to grow. Come see it—you’ll want to stay and enjoy your daily views of sunrises/sunsets from Sunrise Park. Basement is completed with level 5 drywall finishing and knockdown texture.

2108 Blake Avenue, Lester Prairie

Listing courtesy of Real Broker, LLC.

$275,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7130438 MLS

Wow! Wonderful rambler with a stunning kitchen, flexible living spaces and a beautiful yard. Inviting living and dining areas. Stunning kitchen! Every detail thoughtfully considered! Soft-close drawers and cabinets, subway tile backsplash, an abundance of counter and storage space, glass-front cabinets for added flair, modern farmhouse sink, task lighting, newer flooring and a coffee bar area too! Sought-after mudroom and laundry area help keep everyday life organized. Three main-floor bedrooms, two with hardwood floors, plus closets with organizers. Spacious lower-level family room offers versatile spaces. One lower-level bedroom features a large walk-in closet and private ¾ bath. Currently enjoyed as the primary suite, it also makes a wonderful private space for guests or family. A second bedroom on this level gives you even more flexibility. Step outside to the yard! Imagine hosting the next gathering with friends and family, enjoying the patio, roasting marshmallows around the firepit this Fall, or simply relaxing on a quiet afternoon. Home also features newer windows, a screened porch, reverse-osmosis filtered water, stone exterior accents, updated lighting and fixtures, and thoughtful décor with today’s style in mind. Walk to school, ball-field, nearby parks and more! Welcome Home!

136 Elm Street N, Lester Prairie

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Advantage Plus.

$1,149,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7107840 MLS

Multiple tax parcels selling as one property. Welcome to a spectacular 3,500+ sq. ft. modern executive estate nestled on 48 pristine, highly managed acres of ultimate privacy and breathtaking rural views! Perfectly engineered for luxury country living, outdoor enthusiasts, and conservationists alike, this property offers a rare combination of premium infrastructure and lucrative passive income. This meticulously maintained home boasts an open-concept design across two fully finished levels of spacious living. The main level features a sunlit great room with 9’ ceilings, convenient main-floor laundry, and a private primary suite complete with a walk-in closet and a jetted tub designed for relaxation. The finished walkout lower level features a cozy gas fireplace with remote/thermostat, a spacious family room, an inviting 4-season porch with panoramic views, and a flexible guest bedroom/office layout. Enjoy unmatched winter comfort with a premium, multi-zone radiant in-floor heating system, full Napco security, and a state-of-the-art Rainy Iron Master water conditioning system. Immediate peace of mind is guaranteed by substantial recent exterior upgrades, including a premium Timberline HDZ lifetime roof on both the house and outbuildings (2023), upgraded insulated garage doors, and new privacy fencing. THE INCOME & OUTDOOR PARADISE: The acreage generates over $11,500 in annual passive income via top-tier, high-yielding conservation contracts ($7,500/yr CRP through 2033 and a transferable $4,000+ /yr CSP contract). The diverse landscape features 11 acres of mature woods with established ATV trails, 3 acres of prime tillable wildlife food plots, and nearly 2,000 professionally planted conservation trees—including an established orchard of pear, apricot, plum, and apple trees. Waterfowl and fishing opportunities are premier: the property includes roughly 1 total acre of managed duck habitat and shallow ponds, centered around a gorgeous 0.35-acre backyard fishing pond complete with a solar-powered aerator and loaded with bass, crappie, and sunfish. Outbuilding and Storage: Includes a 30’x50’ cold-storage pole shed with dual-side access doors for all your equipment, plus an attached 3-stall heated attached garage. THE STRATEGIC "212 FACTOR": Enjoy absolute rural tranquility without sacrificing metro access. With the massive Hwy 212 four-lane highway expansion completing in Fall 2026, you are positioned on a high-growth equity corridor just 20 minutes from Carver and 30 minutes from the Chaska Medical Center. Truly a turn-key legacy estate!

3698 135th Street, Plato

Listing courtesy of Mages Land Co & Auction.

$429,500

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7058974 MLS

Have you outgrown your home but don’t want to move to the middle of nowhere? This sprawling, one-owner home in a quiet Lester Prairie neighborhood gives you the best of both worlds! With the school year starting soon and the school campus just blocks away, now is the time to act. With over 3500 sq ft of living space, the exceptionally large rooms offer a blank canvas for your vision. The flexible floor plan easily accommodates multiple home offices, hobby rooms, or a massive primary suite to escape to. The finished lower level adds room for hosting game nights, plus a dedicated workshop and storage space. Sitting on a beautiful 0.55-acre lot, the outdoor space is a dream. Step out onto the large deck overlooking a private, wooded backyard backing up to a peaceful creek (or “crick”—you decide!). Enjoy a flat yard perfect for gardens or a firepit under the stars, without spending all weekend mowing. Don’t miss your chance to get settled and secure this rare gem before school starts!

236 Pine Street N, Lester Prairie

Listing courtesy of Beekeeper Realty.

$230,000

7032553 MLS

The Building was a Grocery store, which has been used for storage for the last 5 years. All equipment has been removed and some demolition has been started working towards a total redo. Exterior walls are Block, bricks and concrete Ceilings are wood framing. H/Vac system has been removed, Electrical system includes 110, 220 and 3 phase power to building. Main level has 9 foot ceilings, The store front is in great condition and has aluminum window frames insulated glass and finished off with stucco sided. The building has over 5500 sq ft of usable area on main level, and about 2600 sq ft of usable area in the basement. Half of the main floor floor is solid concrete and half of it is wood framed with basement under it. Roofing is in poor condition and needs to be replaced, The discounted asking price reflects the the needs of the roofing. Building is being offered AS-IS condition.

26 Juniper Street N, Lester Prairie

Listing courtesy of National Realty Guild.

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