Seriously Local

At the heart of who we are, and why we all love what we do, is the Annandale area itself. The Heart of the Lakes, as it has long been called, is beautiful lake country. Annandale MN real estate is peppered with homes, lake homes, cottages, and the quiet lake life that attracts young families and retirees. Lake property in Minnesota is well sought after and we are proud to bring you the best that Wright County has to offer.


Many who once vacationed here now live here full time, and it’s no wonder why. It’s a charming small town with great schools and endless recreation. It is important to us that we surpass being just knowledgeable of the area, and that we also provide you with service that goes above and beyond. As clients of ours, you will be treated like a neighbor... because you are.

There are a couple of things at the core of what “Seriously Local” means:

Niche Marketing

Our focus is here. We know the local market, and its history, extremely well. If you’re looking at property and want to know specifics about fishing or a local school bus route, we have your answers. If you’re selling, these are things your buyer will want to know about too. As an independently-owned office, we make all of our own decisions, and at the heart of those decisions are what is best for serving our clients and the community.

Locally-focused Technology

We won’t adopt a tool or system just to impress you, but we will implement technology that makes sense for you as a buyer or seller. For that reason our web site, www.oakrealtymn.com, is useful and full of local information. It offers quick links to area lakes, a fantastic map search, and upcoming open house information. Our daily hot list is a favorite, and the only resource of its kind for immediate updates solely on the Heart of the Lakes market.

Heart for the Community

This area is much more than the place we work. We are all active in the community, from various non-profit/civic groups to lake associations, schools and churches. We love participating in local traditions like Annandale’s historic 4th of July parade and the Chili Cook-Off, among many others. We also join in to support other surrounding communities in their celebrations as well.

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Finding the perfect lake home, cottage, vacation property, or new home in Minnesota starts with a Seriously Local expert—someone who knows the land, the lakes, and the lifestyle. When you work with Oak Realty, you're working with the most established real estate team in the area. We serve the Heart of the Lakes, Annandale MN, and the surrounding Wright County MN real estate market.

Whether you're searching for lake property in Minnesota, a year-round home in Annandale, or a cabin getaway tucked along the shoreline, we know how to help you find your perfect fit. Our agents combine decades of experience with deep roots in the community, offering more than just real estate expertise—they offer true local insight. We know the best lakes for fishing, the right people to call for financing, and the ins and outs of buying and selling lake properties in MN.

The Oak Realty team is a group of independent professionals who work collaboratively to give you the strongest possible service. Each agent brings their own strengths as well as the backing of our full office and our shared commitment to Seriously Local support. When we work together, our clients benefit—and that’s what matters most.

Meet Our Team

Founded in 1974, Oak Realty is the oldest brokerage in the Annandale MN real estate area. That year, Don Bruggeman purchased and renamed what was Daryl Gunnerson Realty and our red and white leaf was born. Since then, we've helped countless locals and new residents buy and sell a wide variety of lake property in Minnesota.

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We are proud to be an innovative company leading the movement of Annandale MN real estate. We are always seeking new systems, tools, and solutions to bring into our business that help you buy or sell your lake property in Minnesota with greater confidence and ease, whether it's a cabin, lake home, or traditional home. Our Seriously Local expertise is ultimately much more than selling a property. It's building a community!

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Online auctions are trending in the real estate world. Special auction marketing creates urgency among buyers. Oak Realty is thrilled to now offer auctions specializing in acreage and farm land. 

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