Minnetonka Real Estate

Minnetonka, MN Homes for Sale

Located just 8 miles west of Minneapolis, Minnetonka has convenient access to the entire metropolitan area with its proximity to Highway I-394 and I-494. A population of 51,480 makes it the 14th largest city in Minnesota. Yet with its priority for preserving natural resources, life in Minnetonka offers 42 community parks, more than 40 miles of trails and more than 1,000 acres of public open space, as well as natural scenery that includes mature trees, wetlands and prairies.

Minnetonka has miles of running, biking and walking trails, part of the 40-mile Loop Trail Corridor System which has been developed by the City. Minnetonka is a family-friendly and nature-friendly community.

Residents living in Minnetonka are served by a wealth of resources, including three public school districts and three private schools, two libraries, many churches, a variety of transportation options and other community agencies. Gray’s Bay, which forms the headwaters of Minnehaha Creek, is the one small bay on Lake Minnetonka that is in the Minnetonka city limits. But there are plenty of other recreational options in Minnetonka, including Libbs Lake Beach, Shady Oak Lake Beach, playground programs, 14 outdoor skating rinks, the Glen Lake Skate Plaza and park programs and leagues for about 45 activities at more than 50 sites.

Minnetonka has miles of running, biking and walking trails, part of the 40-mile Loop Trail Corridor System which has been developed by the City. Minnetonka is a family-friendly and nature-friendly community. Check out some of the great Minnetonka Homes For Sale by clicking the link!

Minnetonka has about 54,000 residents over 4 zip codes: 55305, 55343, 55345, 55391.  It is known for its huge, mature trees and huge lots, most of them are .35-1 acre.  Minnetonka is an older suburb with pockets of new construction homes, and has the top-rated public school system in MN: Minnetonka Public Schools.  Whether your child has special needs, high intelligence, loves science or business, you will love this school system for its progressive and comprehensive education.  With popular restaurants like Spasso’s, Ike’s, Snuffy’s, General Store, and Mandarin Yang, it’s a great place to own a home!

Houses for sale in Minnetonka average about $400,000.  No cookie cutter home developments here.   If you are willing to put in some work, you can find an affordable fixer upper or find gorgeous million dollar+ custom built homes and everything in between.  Our Excelsior Realty Real Estate Agents have over 20+ years of experience in the area!