Cedar Knolls Houses for Sale

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.