Homes for Sale in Tonka Bay, MN
Boutique Lakefront Living
Tonka Bay is one of Lake Minnetonka's smallest and most exclusive cities — a boutique residential community where the vast majority of homes sit directly on the lake or within steps of the water. With a population under …
Tonka Bay Housing Market Stats
Current market snapshot — updated regularly by The PRO Team
Median Home Price
$920,000
Median, all home types
Avg Days on Market
30 days
Median across all home types
Active Listings
7+
Current available homes
Price Per Sq Ft
$305
Median single-family
Market Trends — Tonka Bay
Tonka Bay properties have appreciated at 5.9% annually, driven by ultra-limited supply and consistent demand from buyers seeking the lake's most private addresses.
* Market data is for informational purposes. Contact The PRO Team for a real-time market analysis specific to your needs.
Source: Regional MLS activity & county property records · Reviewed Q2 2026 · Data sources & methodology
Living in Tonka Bay, MN — What You Need to Know
Tonka Bay is one of Lake Minnetonka's smallest and most exclusive cities — a boutique residential community where the vast majority of homes sit directly on the lake or within steps of the water. With a population under 1,500, Tonka Bay delivers maximum privacy and an intimate community feel that is genuinely rare among Twin Cities suburbs. Properties here range from classic lake cottages lovingly upgraded to modern estates to architecturally significant contemporary lakefront homes.
Who Buys & Sells in Tonka Bay?
Understanding the Tonka Bay buyer and seller profile helps you position your transaction for success.
The Tonka Bay Buyer
Tonka Bay attracts buyers seeking maximum privacy and a boutique lake community experience — typically affluent couples and executives who value the intimacy of one of the lake's smallest cities combined with direct lake access.
Search Tonka Bay HomesThe Tonka Bay Seller
Tonka Bay sellers benefit from extreme scarcity — the community has very few properties, meaning even a single listing can attract significant buyer interest from those monitoring the lake's most exclusive addresses.
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Luxury & Waterfront Opportunities in Tonka Bay
Tonka Bay sits directly on Lake Minnetonka, with most residential properties offering direct lake access. The bay itself is known for moderate boat traffic and beautiful open water views — premium estate properties regularly trade at $1.5M-$4M.
$1M+
Luxury Threshold
+5.9%
Market Appreciation
$305
Price Per Sq Ft
30 days
Avg Days on Market
Find Your Lake Home in Tonka Bay
Lake Minnetonka access, private docks, and lakefront estates — The PRO Team knows every bay, every price tier, and every opportunity on the water in and around Tonka Bay. Many of the best lake properties never appear on Zillow.
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Tonka Bay Neighborhood Guide
Tonka Bay is made up of distinct neighborhoods, each worth understanding before you start your search.
Tonka Bay Lakefront
$1.2M – $4M+Direct Lake Minnetonka access — the heart of the community's estate properties.
View Homes in Tonka Bay LakefrontBay Shore Corridor
$700K – $1.4MNear-lake properties with shared or association access to Lake Minnetonka.
View Homes in Bay Shore CorridorTonka Bay Heights
$600K – $950KElevated lots with lake views and generous wooded privacy.
View Homes in Tonka Bay HeightsTonka Bay School District Information
School quality is one of the top factors driving home values in Tonka Bay — here's the complete picture buyers need before making an offer.
Minnetonka School District 276
DistrictTonka Bay is served by the highly regarded Minnetonka ISD 276 with top-ranked schools throughout the district.
Minnetonka High School
High SchoolNationally ranked high school serving the Tonka Bay community.
Source: GreatSchools & MN Dept. of Education · Reviewed Q2 2026 · Data sources & methodology
Local Amenities
What makes Tonka Bay a great place to live every day.
⛵ Lake Minnetonka
- Direct lake access from most properties
- Private docks and boat houses
- Fishing, boating, and water sports
🌲 Privacy & Nature
- Wooded private lots
- Wildlife-rich shoreline
- Quiet residential streets
🏘️ Nearby Amenities
- Excelsior dining (5 min)
- Lord Fletcher's Spring Park (10 min)
- Minnetonka Beach and regional trails
🚗 Transportation
- Hwy 7 access
- 20-25 min to Minneapolis
- Easy Excelsior and Wayzata connections
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