Minnesota is one of the largest states in the nation but has a relatively small population. With only 5,000,000 statewide a large majority of its land is untapped. Home of the Jolly Green Giant Statue in Blue Earth (Blue Earth is also the birthplace of the ice cream sandwich), Niagara Cave (an underground waterfall), Leif Erickson Viking Ship in Duluth, and so many other bizarre Minnesota attractions, its an incredible place to visit but even more incredible place to live.

Real estate in Minnesota is extremely affordable. Homes start in the $30,000's and the most expensive home currently on the market in Minnesota is for 4.95 million.  Most Minnesota homes, however, are priced appropriately and most residents own their home.