Housing in Detroit Lakes, MN
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$351,401
Detroit Lakes vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Detroit Lakes is highlighted.
Median Home Value
67th%ilemost expensive$246,200show rank
Median Rent
47th%ilemost expensive rent$925show rank
Rent Burden
45th%ilehighest rent burden17.9%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$246,200
Median Rent
$925
Total Housing Units
5,108
Vacancy Rate
12.2%
Owner Occupied
59.5%
Renter Occupied
40.5%
Median Property Tax
$2,210
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,226
Housing Types
Single Family65.9%
Multi-Family31.8%
Mobile Home2.3%
The median home value in Detroit Lakes, MN is $246,200. According to Zillow, the home value index for Detroit Lakes is $351,401. The median rent is $925 per month (Census ACS). About 59.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1978. There are 5,108 total housing units.