Arthur (Art) Hays  |  REALTOR®
Lakes Sotheby’s International Realty
612.805.5929 | 952.230.3182

Art Hays

Luxury Real Estate Professional | Lake Sotheby’s

International Realty
Growing up in Edina, but attending high school in St. Paul, Art quickly developed a knowledge base of the greater Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, and a wide-ranging social network, that to this day extends well beyond many of his peers.

That desire to explore and learn continued throughout his professional career, where he worked for a number of Global Fortune 500 Companies. It’s through these explorations and learnings he developed and applied a “global experience, local knowledge” approach to business, and subsequently real estate. His ability to help clients balance the big picture (global) with the key critical details (local) has served his clients well.

While Art specializes in the western suburbs of Minneapolis and specifically Lake Minnetonka, his business extends across the metro area given his extensive network of contacts and past clients. His clients appreciate his knowledge, his attention to detail and follow-through, and his ability to cut through the noise and get to what matters.

Art enjoys spending time with his family (wife and four kids) and traveling (anywhere warm unless it’s snow skiing). In the event he has a fall Saturday off, he can be found on the porch watching college football as an avowed SEC fan, despite graduating from Nebraska.

While the process of buying and selling continues to evolve, the principles don’t. Integrity, hard work, and a commitment to exceeding his client’s expectations have been, and will continue to be, at the center of Art’s real estate business. To learn more about how Art operates drop him an email or give him a call!

Bergen Baker | REALTOR®
Lakes Sotheby’s International Realty
Cell: 612.860.4401

Bergen Baker

Luxury Real Estate Professional | Lake Sotheby’s International Realty

With a rare blend of artistic vision and strategic precision, Bergen Baker brings a dynamic
perspective to the world of luxury real estate. A former professional opera singer with over two decades of performance experience across the U.S. and abroad, Bergen now curates elevated real estate experiences with the same grace and tenacity that defined her stage career.

Before real estate, Bergen thrived in the performing arts nonprofit world—developing her skills in marketing strategy, client development, and organizational leadership. Today, that foundation allows her to connect with clients on a deeper level, offer insightful guidance, and navigate complex transactions with clarity and confidence.

Known for her creative eye and passion for beautiful spaces, Bergen has an innate ability to see the potential in every home—and help others see it too. Whether preparing a listing for market or helping buyers envision their next chapter, she offers a refined, tailored approach shaped by both artistry and expertise.

Based in Golden Valley with her husband, three children, Bergen spends her free time traveling, experimenting in the kitchen, designing interiors, and always chasing the perfect light in a living room.

Client Testimonials

“It’s a pleasure for me to say that working with you to get our home ready to sell & then getting an offer in 12 days was one of the best experiences of my adult life! Your suggestions regarding prep, references for getting the work done (Wayne & Wade, Erik Nelson Plumbing), and your pointer to Cindy for staging were all spot on! Your guidance related to pricing & then the negotiations around the offer got us too “yes” efficiently and most importantly, fairly. I can’t imagine working with anyone else to handle such a complicated & emotional transaction. Thank you and cheers! ”

– Mike

“Art Hays, Lakes Sotheby’s Realty, sold my Lake Minnetonka home.  He and his team were such a pleasure to work with.  They were extremely professional and on top of every detail.  I couldn’t have been more pleased. I will be selling another property on Lake Minnetonka in the coming years, and they will have the listing on that as well.  I highly recommend their team and give them a 5 Star rating.”

– Donna C

“Huge thank you for helping our family find our new Lake Minnetonka home and sell our first lake home.  It was not an easy feat working from a great distance [since we live in Bermuda most of the time], and at times not being able to make a decision quickly. What did make it easy was your clear understanding of what our desires were and finding us the perfect spot.  We are excited for a new beginning and to create memories in our new home.  We really appreciate the hard work and time you put into helping us on our journey. Mostly we are grateful for your friendship.”

– Nicolle

“Art made selling our family home on Lake Minnetonka such a great experience. He clearly outlined the process, provided a detailed plan that he delivered against, and the entire transaction flowed exactly like he said it would. He also helped us buy our next spot on the lake and we couldn’t be happier with the service, results, and most importantly his friendship and respect for our desires and needs. Five stars aren’t enough!”
– Jeff

Let’s Talk Lake Minnetonka Real Estate

Whether you’re buying or selling a luxury lake home, you deserve a partner who understands the market, the lake, and your goals.

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