Looking for a barndominium builder in Detroit Lakes, MN? Describe your project once and up to three barndominium builders who work in Detroit Lakes and Becker County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Detroit Lakes is home to about 10,033 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a stable community (−0.1% since 2020). With 847 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Rural acreage around here suits barndominiums, which combine a home and a shop on one slab.
Detroit Lakes at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 10,033 (−0.1% since 2020)
- Rank in Minnesota
- 103rd of 855 cities and towns
- Land area
- 12 sq mi
- Population density
- 847 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Detroit Lakes city)
- Main county
- Becker County
What to check before hiring in Detroit Lakes
- Permit: in Minnesota, a barndominium used as a home needs a residential building permit where the county or city requires one.
- Site work: a well, a septic system, power and a driveway can add significantly to rural builds.
- Shell or turnkey: make sure every quote covers the same scope.
- Financing: ask lenders early about construction loans for barndominiums.
Useful official resources
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ICC: International Code Council
Publisher of the building codes most states and cities adopt.
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EPA: septic systems
If the land has no public sewer.
Services available in Detroit Lakes
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Barndominium construction
Construction of a steel or post-frame barndominium, shell or turnkey, with the permit.
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Barndominium plans
Custom or adapted plans and engineering for a barndominium, ready for the permit and the builder.
Frequently asked questions in Detroit Lakes
How much does a barndominium cost in Detroit Lakes, MN?
It depends on the size, the structure, the finish level and the site work. Describe your project: builders who serve Detroit Lakes reply with a quote.
How long does it take to build?
Often six months to a year from plans to move-in, depending on permits and finish-out.
Steel or post-frame?
Both are common: steel frames allow wide clear spans; post-frame (wood) is often cheaper and easier to finish. Ask builders for both options.
Which barndominium builders will contact me?
Up to three independent barndominium builders who serve Detroit Lakes and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.