With expansive nature preserves and parks nestled among the winding, residential streets, locals of the West Bloomington neighborhood enjoy proximity to green space and outdoor recreation facilities. “West Bloomington is home to a lot more greenspace and woodlands than surrounding neighborhoods,” which is a draw for many, says Karissa White, a Realtor and Bloomington resident. Bordering the northern banks of the Minnesota River 15 miles southwest of downtown Minneapolis, West Bloomington residents enjoy proximity to both modern amenities and expansive parklands and nature preserves, making for a harmonious blend of rural and suburban living. “Lots of folks who grow up in West Bloomington end up buying their own homes here,” says local Realtor and Bloomington resident Karissa White.
Walk or cycle the trails of Normandale Lake.
Residents of West Bloomington experience quiet suburban living with city convenience.
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Residents see more green than their neighbors
The Highland Lake Park Reserve is a natural gem of the Bloomington area and provides locals with a wide range of outdoor activities. The park is home to a serene lake perfect for canoe launching, along with a ski area, an 18-hole disc golf course and over 17 miles of hiking trails that wind through peaceful woodlands and restored grasslands. Just west of Highland Lake Park Reserve is Bush Lake Park, where three picnic shelters and sandy beach welcomes visitors. For some off-leash exercise, four-legged friends can be found frolicking on the 25 acres of fenced in field, rolling hills and pond that make up the Bloomington Dog Park. Golfers find three courses within West Bloomington with Dwan Golf Course serving the community since 1970 with its public, beautifully maintained 18-hole course. After a full day of work or play, residents pass tall evergreens and familiar neighborhood faces before returning home to recharge.
During the winter, trails at Hyland Lake Park Reserve are outfitted for cross-country skiing.
Catch a game of baseball at Moir Park in West Bloomington.
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Homes to fit all personalities and needs with many price points
House styles in West Bloomington closely mirror others in the city, ranging from minimal traditional ranch-style houses and split levels to modern colonials and elegant Tudors. Most homes in the area feature front-facing, attached garages and residents enjoy a degree of privacy provided by the tall trees that adorn most of the neighborhood’s lots. West Bloomington home prices tend to be higher than those in East Bloomington and other surrounding neighborhoods, with homes ranging from modest $210,000 single-family houses to $1.2 million multistory homes – some on the water.
Colonial revival-style homes beautify the streets of West Bloomington.
Charming homes with tudor-inspired design can be found in West Bloomington.
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Trio chain of schools are average and above
A wide array of both public and private schools can be found throughout the West Bloomington area. Jefferson Senior High School provides its students with a multitude of course and extracurricular options from baking club to jazz band. It earns an A-minus grade from Niche. Oak Grove Elementary School has a C-minus from Niche and boast a 14 to 1 student-teacher while fostering a positive academic and social environment. Oak Grove Middle School earns a B-minus grade from Niche with a focus on motivating students towards success. Niche commends their performance in reading, with 48% of students exceeding proficiency.
Oak Grove Middle School serves grades 6-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 21 to 1.
Oak Grove Elementary enrolls students in preschool and grades K-5.
Jefferson Senior High School ranks highly in education with an overall Niche grade of 'A-'.
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Groceries, pizza, drinks and shops are all nearby
When it comes to groceries and other daily necessities, shopping is easy with the nearby Trader Joe’s, Sam’s Club, Walmart Supercenter or Lunds & Byerlys. Residents also head to Southtown Shopping Center on Penn Avenue to peruse through shops like Kohls, T.J. Maxx, and Bed Bath & Beyond. After an afternoon of shopping and running errands, stop for some refreshment at NorthStar Tavern. Here, patrons can be found enjoying menu items like shrimp po-boys, carnitas tacos and Thai-chicken pizza alongside one of NorthStar’s 24 refreshing draft beers. A short drive southwest will take you to Willy McCoys, a local chain where you can savor pub fare while watching the evening’s game.
Cozy up to the bar at NorthStar Tavern for a wide selection of tap beers and craft cocktails.
Lunds and Byerlys in West Bloomington has a wide variety of grocery options.
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A walkable community means less trips for nearby healthcare
For medical care in West Bloomington, there are several options including TRIA on Northland Drive and Park Nicollet Clinic Bloomington on Hyland Greens Drive and M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital is located nearby in Edina. West Bloomington is considered a walkable neighborhood, even so, Bloomington has a public transportation system with a light rail line and buses.
Metro Transit provides bus transportation throughout West Bloomington.
The Bush Lake Ski Jump is a well-known landmark to West Bloomington residents.
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Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
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84th St W & Quinn Ave S
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France Ave S & Canterbury Dr
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James Ave S & 96th St W
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98th St W & Penn Ave & Newton Ave S
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106th St W & River Terrace
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98th St W & James Circle
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Old Shakopee Rd & Xerxes Ave S
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West Bloomington Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Bloomington, Bloomington sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in West Bloomington, Bloomington over the last 12 months is $397,500, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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