Relocating to Minnetonka, MN

Minnetonka is a popular landing spot for relocating families because it offers a wide range of homes and a short drive to downtown Minneapolis. Taylor Doolittle, a Realtor with Team Steady at RE/MAX Results who lives in neighboring Deephaven, helps out-of-state buyers turn a big city into a clear short list.

Minnetonka covers a lot of ground, from townhomes and condos near the Ridgedale area to 1960s and 70s ramblers, newer construction and homes on the lake. Downtown Minneapolis is about 15 to 20 minutes away outside rush hour. The city is served by several school districts, including Minnetonka, Hopkins and Wayzata, and boundaries often decide where relocating families look first.

Taylor learns what matters before the first trip: commute, school district, home age, yard and budget. Then he narrows the search to a few neighborhoods and lines up efficient tour days. Video tours and digital signatures let buyers act from out of state, and his team handles inspections, appraisals and closing logistics.

He also explains what surprises newcomers to Minnesota, like how winter affects inspections and why spring is the busiest season, and can connect clients with RE/MAX agents to sell the home they're leaving.

Taylor has closed more than 550 transactions since 2017, holds a couple hundred 5-star reviews, and is Co-Team Lead of the No. 2 large team at RE/MAX Results. For a move to Minnetonka, he keeps a long-distance search simple.

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