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Cedar Isle

Cedar Isle

Neighborhood in Apple Valley, Minnesota

Dakota County 55124

$567,696 Average Value
$232 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Residential housing development within a mile of chain retailers

Anchored by a public park of the same name, Cedar Isle is an entirely residential neighborhood in Apple Valley, Minnesota. This 1990s-era housing development is within walking distance of swing sets, a small pond and sand volleyball courts, and community members advertise yard sales or lost pets on the Cedar Isle private Facebook page. “The neighborhood association maintains the niceness of the area,” says Christa Hartig of Edina Realty, who has over 25 years of experience in the industry, adding, “It’s probably one of the nicer, most sought-after neighborhoods in Apple Valley.” The city's downtown, known for its network of chain retailers and restaurants, is about a mile away and the larger city of Minneapolis is 20 miles north. Saint Paul is also a 20-mile drive away, making Cedar Isle a popular destination among commuters.

Cedar Isle has many styles of contemporary homes.
Cedar Isle has many styles of contemporary homes.
The intersection of Highway 42 and Cedar Avenue serves as the primary shopping destination in Apple Valley.
The intersection of Highway 42 and Cedar Avenue serves as the primary shopping destination in Apple Valley.
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1990s-era Traditional housing

New Traditionals and Colonial Revivals from the 1990s make up the majority of the housing stock in Cedar Isle. “It’s one of the newer neighborhoods in the city — well, by Apple Valley standards — and most houses were built in the early ‘90s.” Prices range from around $315,000 for single-level homes to upwards of $700,000 for the neighborhood’s largest properties, some of which feature backyard swimming pools and views of the small lake in Cedar Isles Park. Streets are quiet and it’s common to find multi-car garages and driveway's lined with basketball hoops. “You pretty much only see the homeowners driving around here. There’s very little thru traffic,” says Hartig. The neighborhood’s CAP Index Crime Score is a 3 out of 10, slightly below the national average of 4.

A group of homes in the Cedar Isle neighborhood.
A group of homes in the Cedar Isle neighborhood.
Some contemporary examples of New Traditional style housing exist in the Cedar Isle neighborhood.
Some contemporary examples of New Traditional style housing exist in the Cedar Isle neighborhood.
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A namesake park and a nearby aquatic center

Cedar Isle’s namesake park, which itself is anchored around a small pond, spans just over 8 acres and features a sand volleyball court, playground equipment and a basketball court all at the center of the neighborhood. A few blocks away, locals can practice their archery skills in Scott Park, and Johnny Cake Ridge Park — which is divided into an eastern and western portion by Johnny Cake Ridge Road — is home to several Eastview High School athletic fields. There’s also the Family Aquatic Center, which has a lazy river, water slides and splash pads open from June through August. Families can also invest in season passes for the Minnesota Zoo, 3 miles away.

Cedar Isle Park is a great spot for walk in the neighborhood.
Cedar Isle Park is a great spot for walk in the neighborhood.
Cedar Isle Park's playground is designed for young children.
Cedar Isle Park's playground is designed for young children.
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Big-box retail and groceries down Foliage Avenue

One of Cedar Isle’s main appeals is its proximity to shopping and dining, and big-box stores like Sam’s Club and Menards are less than a mile south along Foliage Avenue. Sidewalks along the thoroughfare make the trip walkable, and there’s also a Fresh Thyme Market for groceries and casual eateries like Pizzeria Social and the Minnesota Burger Company. More shopping opportunities are a few blocks away in Apple Valley Square and Time Square. Bogart’s Entertainment Center on Garrett Avenue offers a menu of American classics and the venue — which also has several bowling lanes — hosts weekly trivia nights, karaoke and acoustic musicians on their patio.

Fresh Thyme Farmers Market is a nearby grocery option with lots of organic offerings.
Fresh Thyme Farmers Market is a nearby grocery option with lots of organic offerings.
Residents can find lots of restaurants in the business district just south of the neighborhood.
Residents can find lots of restaurants in the business district just south of the neighborhood.
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Dual college credit programs at Eastview High School

Students are districted for the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District, where they can start off at Greenleaf Elementary before moving on to Falcon Ridge Middle, both of which earn B-plus grades from Niche. Eastview High School, which Hartig says is within walking distance for many students, receives an A grade. Some elect to take courses at nearby universities through the Post Secondary Enrollment Options, or PSEO, Program. They can also earn university credit through the College in Schools, CIS, Program, a special partnership with the University of Minnesota.

Falcon Ridge Middle School provides education in the neighborhood of 
Apple Valley.
Falcon Ridge Middle School provides education in the neighborhood of Apple Valley.
Eastview High School's teachers earned an A from Niche.com
Eastview High School's teachers earned an A from Niche.com
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Metro transit to The Mall of America and Minneapolis

Most commuters use their own cars to travel into Minneapolis, but the larger city is also accessible via the Metro System. The Red Line — a bus rapid transit service — stops at 147th Street Station on Cedar Avenue and travels north towards the Mall of America Transit Station in Bloomington. From here, residents can ride the Blue Line light rail into Minneapolis. The Twin Cities’ international airport, ranked among the top travel hubs in the United States, is around 13 miles from the neighborhood via Minnesota State Route 77, a drive that typically takes around 15 minutes. Medical care is accessible at M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital, less than 5 miles away in Burnsville.

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Transit

Airport

Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain

18 min drive

Bus

140 St & Fountain Av & Fleetwood Av S Cor

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Cedar Isle US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$550,568
Median Single Family Price
$555,785
Median Townhouse Price
$405,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$232
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Months of Supply
1.10
Median List Price
$536,818
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
372
Median Year Built
1997
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,156
Significantly above the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,438
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,068

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    14457 Freesia Way, Saint Paul, MN 55124

    $469,900

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,834 Sq Ft
    • 14457 Freesia Way
    • New 17 days ago

    This meticulously taken care of one level twin home is spacious and full of natural light. The kitchen is designed for a chef with Cambria countertops a center island with eat in area and stainless steel appliances. The flexibility of an eat in kitchen and semi formal dining room works wonderfully for entertaining. The primary suite has a private walkthrough full bathroom with a separate

    Christina Avery eXp Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
833
Median Age
41
Population under 18
20.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$146,551
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$171,821

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.3%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
66.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.5%
% Population in Labor Force
74.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
8°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
53''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

27 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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