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8.7/ 10
Very good
Recommended without reservation
Daniel Gustafson is a 20-plus-year Coldwell Banker Realty veteran who has built his brand around Lake Minnetonka and the Orono corridor — his site is literally lakeminnetonkarealestate.com. He's a steady, experienced choice for buyers and sellers on the north and west shore, comfortable from entry-level up to $3M waterfront.
Pros
- ✓20+ years focused on Lake Minnetonka and the Orono corridor
- ✓Coldwell Banker Realty backing with a dedicated Lake Minnetonka brand (lakeminnetonkarealestate.com)
- ✓Comfortable across a wide range, from entry-level to $3M+ waterfront
Cons
- ✗Little public online review presence to point to
- ✗Coverage centers on the Orono / Lake Minnetonka corridor rather than the whole metro
- ✗A solo veteran rather than a large team
Agent overview
Daniel Gustafson has spent 20-plus years selling real estate on and around Lake Minnetonka, working under Coldwell Banker Realty out of Wayzata. His practice centers on the Orono corridor and the north and west shore, and his brand — lakeminnetonkarealestate.com — reflects that focus.
He covers a genuinely wide range for the area, from entry-level homes up to $3M-plus waterfront, with the local, relationship-driven knowledge that two decades in one market produces.
Core specialties
The Orono & Lake Minnetonka Corridor
Two decades focused on Orono, Wayzata, Minnetonka and the north/west shore give Daniel lot-by-lot familiarity with a market where local knowledge matters more than volume.
Waterfront Across Price Points
From entry-level lake-access homes to $3M+ true lakefront, he works a wider band of the Lake Minnetonka market than most luxury-only specialists.
Commission & fees
Coldwell Banker Realty commission structure; rates negotiated per transaction.
Who this agent is for
The Orono-Corridor Buyer or Seller
Centered on Orono, Wayzata and the north/west shore of Lake Minnetonka and wanting a veteran whose whole practice is that corridor.
The Range-of-Budget Lake Buyer
Shopping anywhere from entry-level lake access to $3M waterfront and wanting an experienced local hand across that range.
Not for
Buyers outside the Lake Minnetonka corridor, or anyone who prioritizes a heavy online review record.
Verdict
Recommended for buyers and sellers centered on Orono and the Lake Minnetonka corridor who value two decades of focused local experience.
Score: 8.7 / 10 · Very good
Areas served
Common questions about Daniel Gustafson
What area does Daniel Gustafson focus on?
Lake Minnetonka and the Orono corridor — Orono, Wayzata, Minnetonka and the north/west shore — under Coldwell Banker Realty.
How long has Daniel Gustafson been in real estate?
More than 20 years, focused on the Lake Minnetonka market.
How do I contact Daniel Gustafson?
Via lakeminnetonkarealestate.com, by phone at (952) 473-1000, or by email at dan.gustafson@cbburnet.com.
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