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Learn how you can secure a large acreage lot for under $1 million in the South Metro.
In today's real estate market, finding luxury living opportunities under $1 million can feel impossible—especially when you're dreaming of acreage, privacy, and custom home possibilities. However, Prior Lake's Credit River area is redefining accessible luxury with Cardinal Pass, offering 12 carefully selected lots that deliver premium lifestyle opportunities without the premium price tag that typically comes with luxury acreage developments.
Credit River sits in one of the south metro's most coveted locations, offering the perfect blend of accessibility and tranquility. Located between Prior Lake and Lakeville, this area provides:
Commuter Convenience:
Small-Town Feel with Big-City Access: The Credit River area maintains its rural character while providing urban conveniences. You'll enjoy the peace of acreage living without sacrificing access to shopping, dining, healthcare, and cultural amenities that make the south metro so desirable.
One of the strongest draws to the Credit River and Lakeville area is access to some of Minnesota's best school districts. Families choosing Cardinal Pass acreage lots benefit from:
This educational excellence significantly impacts property values, making your luxury acreage investment even more sound for the long term.
While million-dollar properties in other luxury markets might offer cramped lots and cookie-cutter designs, Cardinal Pass delivers genuine luxury living with 12 available lots:
Acreage That Matters:
Custom Home Possibilities: Unlike luxury developments with restrictive covenants, your Cardinal Pass acreage allows you to bring your complete vision to life:
When you analyze cost per acre and lifestyle opportunities, Credit River's Cardinal Pass stands out dramatically:
Traditional Luxury Developments:
Cardinal Pass Luxury:
Credit River's topography sets it apart from flat, generic developments. Cardinal Pass lots feature:
Walkout Basement Potential: The natural rolling hills create perfect opportunities for walkout basement designs, effectively adding living space and creating seamless indoor-outdoor transitions.
Mature Trees and Natural Privacy: Unlike new developments carved from farm fields, this area offers established trees and natural landscaping that would take decades to recreate elsewhere.
Scenic Views and Natural Beauty: Your daily life becomes a scenic experience, with views and natural beauty that enhance both your lifestyle and property value.
Several factors make Cardinal Pass acreage lots particularly attractive right now:
Land Scarcity: Premium acreage in the south metro is becoming increasingly rare. As development continues, available acreage lots—especially those with desirable features like rolling hills and mature trees—will only become more valuable.
Interest Rate Environment: Current market conditions create opportunities for qualified buyers to secure financing for luxury acreage properties that might be more challenging in different rate environments.
Development Timeline: Getting in early on a carefully planned development like Cardinal Pass means you're positioned ahead of future appreciation as the area develops and matures.
Your investment in Credit River acreage benefits from multiple value drivers:
In our increasingly connected world, true privacy has become a luxury commodity. Cardinal Pass offers:
Acreage lots provide flexibility that traditional luxury homes can't match:
Multi-Generational Living: Space to accommodate aging parents or adult children returning home
Business Opportunities:
Home offices, workshops, or small business ventures that require space
Recreational Pursuits: Room for boats, RVs, ATVs, or other recreational equipment
Future Expansion: Ability to add outbuildings, pools, or other amenities as your needs evolve
Success in acreage development requires expertise that goes beyond traditional real estate. ARC Properties brings over 35 years of land development experience. This experience ensures:
Building your luxury home on acreage requires specialized knowledge:
Site Planning:
Builder Selection: Choose builders experienced with:
Currently, Cardinal Pass offers 12 carefully selected acreage lots, each positioned to maximize the natural beauty and privacy potential of the Credit River location. You can choose the lot that best fits your vision and lifestyle needs.
The opportunity to secure luxury acreage under $1 million in a premium location like Credit River won't last indefinitely. As the south metro continues to grow and available acreage becomes scarcer, early positioning in developments like Cardinal Pass becomes increasingly valuable.
Whether you're envisioning a sprawling custom home with resort-style amenities, a multi-generational property that accommodates extended family, or simply a private retreat where you can truly relax and recharge, Cardinal Pass provides the foundation for your luxury lifestyle vision.
The combination of location, natural beauty, accessibility, and price point creates a unique opportunity in today's market. While other luxury options require compromises on space, privacy, or budget, Cardinal Pass delivers on all fronts.
Ready to explore your luxury acreage options? Contact Arc Properties or visit Cardinal Pass to schedule a tour of available lots and begin planning your custom luxury home.
