Why Live in Bonny
Bonny, a neighborhood in Fridley, features mostly residential streets lined with three-to-five-bedroom ranch-style homes and Cape Cods from the 1950s and '60s. These houses, set on quarter-acre lots, often include built-in or detached garages and range from 1,000 to 2,600 square feet. Residents appreciate the larger yards, ideal for family gatherings and outdoor activities. Commons Park, a popular 23-acre park, is within a mile of most homes and offers playgrounds, sports facilities, and sledding hills. The nearby Fridley Community Center provides a senior center, gymnasium, and summer camps for kids. Moore Lake Park, less than 2 miles away, features volleyball courts, a fishing pier, and a rentable picnic pavilion. For shopping and dining, Fridley Market on 57th Avenue Northeast includes a Cub Foods and various restaurants like Zantigo and Teppanyaki Grill & Supreme Buffet. Additional retail and dining options are available along Central Avenue Northeast. Bonny is car-dependent with access to Minnesota Highway 65 and Interstate 694, making it convenient for commuting to Central Minneapolis, 9 miles away. Public transportation is available via Metro Transit's Northstar Line. Fridley Public Schools serve the area, with Stevenson Elementary, Fridley Middle, and Fridley High School, which offers International Baccalaureate Programmes.