West Central Minnesota
Pope County homes for sale
With around 11,400 residents and Glenwood as its seat, Pope County is part of the territory Janet Matchinsky serves from Alexandria. This site covers 6 of its towns, each with its own page.
Service area
Where Pope County sits
A quiet county directly south of Alexandria, about 20 minutes from Janet's office. Glenwood, Starbuck and Villard draw buyers who want lake access at a lower price than the Alexandria chain.
Pope County at a glance
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Population (2023 estimate) | 11,400 (U.S. Census Bureau) |
| County seat | Glenwood |
| Land area | 674.6 sq mi (Census Gazetteer) |
| Water area | 42.4 sq mi |
| Towns on this page | 6 |
| Lakes on this site | 8 |
| Janet's recent closings here | 3 |
Largest first
Towns in Pope County
The largest towns in Pope County by 2023 population are Glenwood (2,637), Starbuck (1,405), Long Beach (339), and Lowry (334). Every town below has its own page with population, school district, nearest lakes and Janet's sales nearby.
Lake finder
Lakes in Pope County
Lake Minnewaska, one of the larger lakes in west-central Minnesota, sits between Glenwood and Starbuck.
The largest lake on this site in Pope County is Lake Minnewaska at 8,050 acres. Each lake page lists depth, public access, fish species and the towns around it, all from the Minnesota DNR.
Track record
Janet in Pope County
Janet's recent closings as the listing brokerage include 1 sale in Pope County: 1 sale in Villard.
Janet also represented the buyer on 2 closings in this period; homes listed by other brokerages are counted here rather than shown while NorthstarMLS confirms how they may be displayed.
The Broker Reciprocity logo marks sold data supplied by NorthstarMLS through its Broker Reciprocity program. Data believed to be accurate but should be independently verified. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.
Talk to Janet
Buying or selling in Pope County
Start with a short call to Janet at (320) 219-2488. She will explain how buying in Pope County works, what it costs, and what to expect from offer to closing.
Janet sells homes in Pope County the same way everywhere: honest pricing, good photos, NorthstarMLS exposure, and a broker who answers the phone.
Sell in Pope County
Each larger town has its own seller page with the process, what has sold nearby and the home value form. Smaller towns use the main sell page.
FAQ
Questions about Pope County
Does Janet work with buyers moving from out of the area?
Yes, and she has helped clients relocate from as far away as California. She has packed a dozen showings into two days for one relocating couple, and she makes the lender, inspector and closer introductions.
Which lakes are in Pope County?
The Pope County lakes with pages on this site are Lake Minnewaska, Lake Reno, and Lake Emily, largest first. Each page lists acres, depth, public access and the towns around the lake, all from the Minnesota DNR.
How fast do homes sell in Pope County?
It changes with the season and the price point, so a single average would mislead you. Janet would rather show you current numbers than quote a stale figure, so ask her for the latest report on Pope County.
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From the blog
Reading about Pope County
Buying
USDA Loans in Douglas, Todd, and Pope County: Who Qualifies
Check USDA home loan eligibility in Douglas, Todd and Pope County, Minnesota: property maps, household income, lender review and the costs to compare.
Market
Homes Janet Matchinsky Has Sold and Listed in Minnesota
64 NorthstarMLS closings for Janet Matchinsky since November 2023: prices and dates for the 28 she listed, buyer-side sales counted by town, 19 listed now.
Lake, Cabin and Land
Buying Near Lake Emily: What a Shallow-Lake Record Means
Buying near Lake Emily in Pope County? Use dated shallow-lake records to check boating, seasonal water conditions and the shoreline before choosing a home.
Ready when you are
Talk to Janet about Pope County
Full-time broker, one phone number, every town on this page.