Afton Homes for Sale 

Afton, Minnesota is located in Washington County. This tourist town of approximately 3,000 is east of downtown St. Paul on a small bay where Valley Creek runs into the St. Croix River. The area is well known for its skiing and snowboarding activities. Afton was first settled in 1837, platted in 1855 as a city, and was officially organized in 1858.

Historic Afton is home to Afton State Park, situated along the St. Croix River. Visitors to this rolling landscape will find giant oak trees as well as prairie flowers as they explore trails that go through restored prairies, then go into deep ravines and back to grand bluffs that overlook the St. Croix River. The trails are not only for hikers but are well liked by horseback riders and cross-country skiers. The park also has a swimming beach and campsites for hikers. More fun can be experienced on the St. Croix River itself. There are many opportunities to fish or take out boats for fun on the water. The Afton Alps is a recreation area with additional outdoor activities that include downhill ski runs as well as an 18-hole golf course. For those interested in outdoor education experiences for youth, the Belwin Conservancy-Unique Environment and Outdoor Education Resource has athletic fields for sports activities and various public events.

Afton real estate options include older craftsman style homes, traditional two-story homes and more modern luxury homes that have from two to five bedrooms. The homes are located on large lots with beautiful mature trees and surrounded by open space or forests. There is also beautiful land available as building sites. This lovely tourist attraction still has a small town feeling with family-owned businesses, great outdoor activities and proximity to Minneapolis and St. Paul for additional shopping, entertainment and recreation opportunities. When you consider the great Afton skiing opportunities, water sports on the St. Croix River, and the sheer beauty of the area, then this is a must consider destination for homebuyers searching in the Stillwater area. If you would like more information on homes for sale in Afton, Minnesota, please contact us today and allow us to assist you.