Ben Ganje + Partners | Minnesota Real Estate Agents

No. 1 Sales Team at Lakes | Sotheby’s International Realty® 2014-2025

Positioned at the pinnacle of achievement in prime and super-prime categories of residential real estate, Ben Ganje brings a track record of success and pedigree spanning condominiums, townhouses, new developments, and residences in Edina, Minneapolis and the immediate surrounding markets. He is consistently ranked among the nation’s top real estate professionals by the Wall Street Journal and is repeatedly recognized among Minnesota’s top real estate teams. For over two decades of success in the real estate industry, Ben has assembled a formidable portfolio of sales. His unwavering professionalism and strategic approach to real estate are deeply rooted in the rigor and discipline of the business. Ben has an innate ability to listen and attain his clients’ objectives. His practice is one of a trusted advisor above all else. One of the key pillars of his business is a resolute focus on protecting the privacy of his clients. Noble’s deep knowledge of every aspect of the business and ability to analyze market trends have made him a sought-after real estate expert.

BG+P by the Numbers

PROVEN RESULTS Consistently honored among the TWIN CITIES MULTI MILLION DOLLAR PRODUCERS. As the No. 1 SALES TEAM at Lakes | Sotheby’s International Realty® for a decade, one of the top 3 agents for total closed volume in the state of Minnesota amassing $1.5 Billion throughout his career.

Top 3

Agent in Minnesota for total closed sales volume 2021, 2022, 2023,2024 & 2025

No. 1

Most positive reviews across all social platforms in Minnesota

No. 1

Lakes Sotheby’s International Realty® sales team in Minnesota since 2014

Top 100

Sotheby’s International Realty®'s real estate agents in the world in 2023

24 Years

Of experience successfully selling residential real estate

Voted

Super Real Estate Agent by MSP Magazine

$1.3B +

Total sales volume

1,500 +

Total homes sold

Experiences Shared

From our first introductory meeting to the closing meeting, Erin was immensely helpful, supportive, and most importantly, patient. We pivoted multiple times from home types, neighborhoods, price points, and more, but Erin was both gracious and honest with us through all the decision-making. We can’t recommend Erin Habedank enough.

— Daniel P.

Experiences Shared

This is the first time in my life that I am writing a review for a realtor; never before have I been so happy with any realtor, and I own numerous properties. I've owned different homes in different states and countries, and not once would I give any realtor 5 stars, far from it. Except Ben. If you are looking for an incredibly hard-working person who will answer the phone pretty much any time of the day...

— Gaja J.

Experiences Shared

What a great experience to work with Ben! He helped us find a new house in Minneapolis while we were still living in Chicago, and the whole process was just delightful with Ben and his team. From the very first phone call with Ben, it was clear that Ben is passionate about what he is doing and extremely professional. He went out of his way multiple times to make sure that we are comfortable throughout th...

— Christian D.

Experiences Shared

Ben helped us with the purchase of a home on Cedar Lake. Point at any home, and he remembers all sorts of useful insights into the home from when it was last on the market a decade ago. We gained access to his wealth of knowledge and felt incredibly informed every time we met with him. He takes the time to do things right. He encouraged us to consider all options and make an informed decision. He worked ...

— Jacob F.

Experiences Shared

We worked with Erin several years ago when we bought a house, and recently when we sold. Erin is a fantastic agent that we would highly recommend! She made both processes extremely easy due to her deep knowledge of the real estate market and willingness to provide her honest opinion when asked for it. She was also very responsive, even during a very busy real estate market. We would recommend Erin to any...

— Mitch B.

Experiences Shared

Someone I trust! Ben has sold three homes for us and did a great job with all three! He is passionate about being a realtor, and that passion is evident in all he does! He is always positive and forward-thinking. He is very strategic both in his selling and his buying activities. He is incredibly responsive and organized. We would definitely use Ben again!

— Keith T.

Experiences Shared

Overall, we had a great experience working with Ben and his team. He helped us buy our new home and sell our old home. It was clear to us that he is an expert in Minneapolis and the surrounding suburbs. Ben was always very responsive and also a lot of fun to work with!

— Maddie U.

Experiences Shared

We worked with Ben for over a year trying to find the perfect home for us in an extremely difficult market. We toured countless homes, and he never wavered in his commitment and energy level during the entire process. We ultimately found exactly what we were looking for and couldn’t be happier with the outcome. We highly recommend Ben to anyone in search of their perfect home!

— Dale W.

Experiences Shared

From the moment we met Ben at Ben Ganje + Partners - Lakes Sotheby’s International Realty, my wife, son, and I knew we were in good hands. Buying a home felt like a distant dream, especially being young and facing the uncertainties that life throws at us. Ben Ganje + Partners - Lakes Sotheby’s International Realty didn't just see us as another client; they saw a family with a dream. What stood out was th...

— Clay B.

Experiences Shared

Ben and his team helped sell our Edina home. He was incredibly responsive whenever we reached out and always kept us informed—whether it was answering questions, adjusting strategy, or coordinating showings. His deep knowledge of the area gave us confidence at every step, and his patience made what could be stressful decisions feel manageable. From beautifully crafted marketing collateral to expert negot...

— Bob S.

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