Why Live in Cedar Knolls
Cedar Knolls in Apple Valley is a neighborhood characterized by its mature, leafy streets and a mix of housing styles, including split levels, ramblers, Craftsman, Colonial Revivals, and modern farmhouses. Many homes, built in the 1970s, are spacious, often exceeding 3,000 square feet, and offer a secluded feel beneath dense tree canopies. The area features two parks: Farquar Park, with picnic areas, sports fields, and a lake suitable for fishing and kayaking, and Summerfield Park, which has a playground and walking paths. Nearby, Johnny Cake Ridge Park offers pickleball courts and athletic fields. Cedar Knolls is just 3 miles from the Minnesota Zoo, providing a variety of things to do. For fresh produce, residents can visit Rose Valley Farm, while grocery stores like Target and Lunds @ Byerlys are 3 miles away. Dining options include East China, a takeout spot 1 mile away, and Newt’s Apple Valley Grill, 3 miles away. The neighborhood is served by Independent District 196, which includes highly rated schools such as Diamond Path Elementary School of International Studies, Highland Elementary School, Falcon Ridge Middle, and Eastview Senior High School. Cedar Knolls is car-dependent but offers bus routes to downtown Minneapolis and Saint Paul, with the nearest airport, Minneapolis-St. Paul International, 14 miles away. Annual events like the Mid-Winter Fest and Freedom Days festival at Johnny Cake Ridge Park add to the community's vibrant atmosphere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cedar Knolls a good place to live?
Cedar Knolls is a good place to live. Cedar Knolls is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Cedar Knolls is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Cedar Knolls has 4 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 45. The average household income is $195,020 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 67.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Cedar Knolls are home owners, with 4.2% of residents renting and 95.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cedar Knolls can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cedar Knolls neighborhood guide.
Is Cedar Knolls, MN a safe neighborhood?
Cedar Knolls, MN is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cedar Knolls?
The median home price in Cedar Knolls is $320,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $64,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,660 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $71K a year to afford the median home price in Cedar Knolls. The average household income in Cedar Knolls is $195K.
What are the best public schools in Cedar Knolls?
The best public schools that serve Cedar Knolls are:
What are the best private schools in Cedar Knolls?
The best private schools that serve Cedar Knolls are:
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Are home prices dropping in Cedar Knolls?
Yes, home prices in Cedar Knolls are down 38% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Cedar Knolls, MN
On average, homes in Cedar Knolls, Apple Valley sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Cedar Knolls, Apple Valley over the last 12 months is $324,900, down 45% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$324,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$222,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$580,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$320,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$264
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$320,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-45%