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From farmland to a bustling commercial center
Situated just south of the Twin Cities, is the community of Apple Valley. Established in 1859 as a farming community known as the Lebanon Township, in the mid-1950s developers began to convert the area into a major commercial hub. Since then, farmland has been replaced by residential homes, robust shopping centers and restaurants; and Downtown Apple Valley is at the center of it all. Whether residents want to spend some time at a park, grab a bite to eat or hit the shops, there’s always plenty to do. Primarily a commercialized area, Downtown Apple Valley is primarily comprised of apartments, retail and office buildings. However, on the outskirts of downtown, there are also pockets of quiet residential streets lined with single-family homes and townhouses. This, says resident and Realtor Stefan Petrashek, is because of the area’s “many dedicated city planners and managers,” who worked to design the community and its commercial center to be as harmonious as possible.
Highway 42 and Cedar Avenue is the main shopping hub for Apple Valley.
People of all ages flock to the Apple Valley farmers market.
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Eat tacos, drink a Guinness and shop at Apple Valley Square
Downtown Apple Valley is a hub of commercial activity. Residents have their pick of shopping at the Apple Valley Square mall, which is home to stores like PetCo, Jo-Ann Fabrics, thrift shops, clothing stores, a bookstore and a florist. There are plenty of big-box retailers here, ranging from a Walmart Supercenter, a Target and a Home Depot, to regional grocery stores like Cub and the Fresh Thyme Market. For a breakfast out, Valley Diner is a vintage spot that serves breakfast all day and is known for its pancakes, French toast and milkshakes. Dining options include Celts Craft House, an Irish-themed restaurant featuring Emerald Isle classics like shepherd’s pie, bangers and mash and Guinness. Or, Homshuk is a Mexican restaurant with a menu that includes tacos, steak and chicken dishes, fajitas, burritos and more.
A beautiful shot of highway 42 in Apple Valley.
Celts Craft House in Apple Valley has a delicious Shepherd's Pie.
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Bowling, karaoke, virtual golf and more in Downtown Apple Valley
Downtown Apple Valley has plenty to do for music and sports lovers alike. Bogart’s Entertainment Center hosts weekly events like live music, karaoke, music trivia and bar trivia. Plus, there’s a bowling alley and a sand volleyball league here too. Bogart’s also serves classic bar fare, like burgers, hot dogs, pizza and wings, plus cocktails, beer and wine – so nobody has to bowl on an empty stomach. During Minnesota’s long winters, X-Golf has indoor golf simulators where visitors can play a virtual 18 holes. There’s also a dart board, pool table and a food menu with pub food, pizza and craft beer.
Bogarts Entertainment Center has Bowling, Volleyball, Karaoke, Live Music, and a restaurant.
X-Golf in Apple Valley has several stations for playing virtual golf.
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Close to the Apple Valley Transit Station for quick access to the Twin Cities
Residents of Downtown Apple Valley rely on their cars to get around, although the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority also provides several local bus routes here, including the express service to and from Minneapolis and St. Paul, both of which are about 20 miles away. The Apple Valley Transit Station is located right in Downtown. For those who’d prefer to drive to the Twin Cities, Interstate 35 and State Highway 3 are both nearby, leading to Minneapolis and St. Paul respectively. The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is about 13 miles away, and the M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital is about 4.
A peaceful retreat from the commercial center
Away from Downtown Apple Valley’s commercial area, residents are often within walking distance of a public park. Legacy Park features a pond encompassed by a walking path, while Legion Park is a quiet, open green space with sheltered picnic tables. Kelley Park is a well-maintained grassy park surrounded by apartment complexes, giving it an urban feel. It has a splash pad for kids to enjoy in the warmer months, and during the summer it hosts a concert series every Friday night.
Kelley Park in Apple Valley has an ornate clock.
Legacy Park is situated around a pond and is marked with apple statues
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Affordable homes in Downtown Apple Valley
Much of Downtown Apple Valley's housing is comprised of apartment options, but the area also has plentiful townhouse and condo units too. There are some single-family homes available here, but these are less common. Most of the townhouses and condos were built between the 1980s and the early 2000s, and feature a variety of styles. Some feature brick rowhouse façades, while others are part of larger multi-story buildings.
Many of Downtown Apple Valley’s single-family homes feature split-level and ranch-styles, although there are a few larger Colonial Revivals sprinkled throughout. “The pace of growth allowed for thoughtful planning and a wide variety of housing styles, sizes and types which reflect the trends of the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s,” Petrashek says. Prices can vary quite a bit depending on the age and size of the unit or home, but listings generally go for between $125,000 and $350,000. The median townhouse price stays around $260,000 and the median single-family price around $280,000, both well below the national median.
Townhomes are also prevalent in Downtown Apple Valley.
There is a small section of single family homes in Downtown Apple Valley.
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Apple Valley has the fifth-best public high school in Minnesota
Downtown Apple Valley’s students are part of Independent School District 196, which earns an A rating from Niche. There are quite a few pathways for elementary students, including A-rated Woodland Elementary or East Lake Elementary; Cedar Park STEM Elementary and Highland Elementary, both of which earn A-minuses; or Parkview Elementary, which earns a B. From there, students may then attend the B-rated Valley STEM Middle School, the B-plus rated Falcon Ridge Middle School or the A-minus rated Scott Highlands Middle School. To finish up their secondary education, high schoolers in Downtown Apple Valley can attend Apple Valley High, which earns a B-plus, or the A-rated Eastview High. Eastview is also rated as the fifth-best public high school in Minnesota by Niche.
Eastview High School's teachers earned an A from Niche.com
Falcon Ridge Middle School provides education in the neighborhood of
Apple Valley.
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Parks in this Area
Kelley Park
Legion Park
Legacy Park
Transit
Airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
19 min drive
Bus
Garrett Av & 153 St NE Corner (Opp Post
Bus
Apple Valley Transitway Station Nb
Bus
Galaxie Av & 151 St NW Corner
Bus
Pennock Av & 140 St SE Corner
Bus
147 St & Glazier Av SE Corner
Bus
Whitney Dr & Cedar Av SW Corner
Bus
157 St & Gladstone Pth N Corner (420 & 47
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown Apple Valley
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Apple Valley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Apple Valley, Apple Valley sell after 172 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Apple Valley, Apple Valley over the last 12 months is $578,465, up 29% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
8,809
Median Age
41
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,878
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,065
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
37.2%
Advanced Degrees
10.7%
% Population in Labor Force
74.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
8°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
53''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
68/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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