Orono homes for sale include spacious properties in wooded neighborhoods and lakeside settings along the northern shores of Lake Minnetonka.
What is it like living in Orono?
Living in Orono has a quiet, relaxed feel, with water and woods shaping the setting while the Twin Cities remain nearby. Spacious properties and peaceful neighborhoods are part of its character along the northern shores of Lake Minnetonka.
Summer days can include boating and fishing on the lake, while scenic trails, parks and smaller lakes offer other ways to spend time outside. The setting is not limited to the main shoreline.
School district lines vary by pocket around Orono. Verify boundaries for the property address rather than assuming that every home in the city has the same school assignment.
Compare the nearby communities in the west metro area guide, or request your home value if selling is part of your move.
Orono at a glance
Orono by the numbers, from the 2020 U.S. Census and local school district boundaries.
| Population (2020 Census) | 8,315 |
|---|---|
| City area | 23.98 sq mi, 8.07 sq mi of it water |
| County | Hennepin |
| Primary school district | Orono Public Schools (ISD 278); Westonka, Wayzata and Minnetonka cover some areas |
| Setting | Large lots, north and west shore of Lake Minnetonka, Long Lake |