Anoka advances $2.5 million sale for Highland Park redevelopment

Anoka advances $2.5 million sale for Highland Park redevelopment

ANOKA, Minn. — The Anoka City Council on August 18, 2025, advanced an ordinance to sell roughly 15 acres of city-owned land in the Highland Park area to M/I Homes LLC for a total purchase price of $2,505,000—an offer of $54,500 per lot, or about $167,000 per acre.

What the city approved (so far)

• The property is located on the west side of Green Haven Golf Course and totals about 15 acres.
• M/I Homes’ proposal calls for one-level, villa-style detached townhomes that would be association-maintained. The developer also discussed features such as golf cart parking and access to a driving range.
• At the August 18 meeting, the council held the first reading of an ordinance to convey the property. The item was scheduled for a second reading on September 2, 2025, with a closing to occur within 15 business days following final plat approval or on or before May 30, 2026, whichever comes later.

Financial details

• The offer totals $2,505,000, based on a per-lot valuation. City staff reviewed the purchase agreement, and the city attorney found it legally acceptable.

Council response and next steps

• Council members expressed favorable views of the project, noting the community fit and amenities such as golf cart parking. The motion to hold the first reading carried, and the council will consider the second reading at its September 2 meeting.

Context and background

The Highland Park site has been discussed in previous worksessions as part of Anoka’s redevelopment planning. The city and M/I Homes have outlined expectations for design, maintenance, and closing conditions as part of the agreement.

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