What can you say about the Brainerd Lakes? It's where the in crowd hangs out, and the jetsetters from the Twin Cities relax and recreate. There is no shortage of action or extravagance here. High prices, huge homes and good times are the norm... at least that's what everyone thinks!

The Brainerd Lakes Area certainly has its own exclusive feel, along with beautiful lakes, grand resorts, high class restaurants and top notch golf courses, but there are still a lot of little known lakes from Brainerd to Breezy Point and from Nisswa to Outing that are very affordable and attractive. This is the major resort destination in Minnesota, and many people look around Brainerd, Pequot Lakes or Cross Lake before they venture elsewhere to find their ideal lakeshore cabin or home.

With ideal proximity to Minneapolis and St. Paul - just over two hours - it is an attractive weekend destination, only rivaled by Alexandria, MN and Hawyard, Wisconsin. The most popular lakes in the area are Gull Lake, Pelican Lake and the Whitefish Chain, which borders the trendy town of Crosslake.

Along with a wide array of waterfront real estate choices, including numerous condos and townhouses, there are many all inclusive resorts such as Maddens, Craiguns, Grandview Lodge and Breezy Point which can offer you a taste of the area before you actually purchase real estate there. Brainerd has something to offer everyone, so just scan our site to see if it has what you need in your new lake place!

The Brainerd Lakes Multiple Listing Service is very comprehensive, so you should find most things under that link. However, many Twin Cities Realtors also own lake homes in the Brainerd Area, so there may be some things listed only under the Twin Cities MLS.