In Prospect Knolls, residents can hit the ice year-round at the neighboring Minnesota Made Ice Center. “There’s nowhere else in the country that has ten hockey rinks within 10 miles — It’s a unique draw for professional and recreational skaters,” says Tom Nevers, local Realtor with Perpich Real Estate. Neighbors can step off the ice and into this southwestern Edina suburb, known for its rolling hills and quiet, wooded streets that provide a sense of privacy. “It’s arguably the most favorited area in Edina, with sprawling lots, a nice park within walking distance and easy access to major interstates for getting places quicker,” says Nevers. Between Braemar Golf Course and Lewis Ridge Park, residents have ample opportunities for outdoor recreation long after the snow melts – which averages 54 inches annually. Local landmarks like the Edina Market and Deli, Edina Coffee Roasters and the Cahill Settlement Monument – one of Edina’s oldest school houses constructed in 1864 – all play a role in maintaining Prospect Knoll's small-town feel and fostering a sense of community. With easy access to major thoroughfares like U.S. Route 169 and U.S. Interstate 494, 13-mile commutes into Minneapolis are accessible within a 25-minute drive.
Traditional ramblers and Colonial Revivals
The real estate market in Prospect Knolls is highly competitive due to its reputable school district and proximity to the Braemar Golf Course, as well as its limited housing inventory (there are only about 350 houses total in the neighborhood). “Homes here are well-kept with larger lots that aren't on top of one another," says Nevers, who has been selling in the area for over 22 years. “There’s pride of ownership here and residents tend to stay in the area for decades.” Most homes in Prospect Knolls were constructed around the late 1970s, and feature a variety of styles from traditional ramblers and Colonial Revivals to larger contemporary estates set apart on multiple acres of land. With a median sales price of $700,000, single-family homes range from the high $500,000s for a five-bedroom Colonial Revival to upwards of $2.3 million for a five-bedroom estate on 1.3 acres. While single-family homes are common, multi-family options are also available closer to Cahill Road and range from the low $200,000s for a two-bedroom condo unit to upwards of $700,000 for a two-bedroom townhouse with a private outdoor The majority of properties here typically feature well-maintained lawns, multi-car garages and paved driveways fronted by streets that contour the area's natural topography.
Ramblers can be found in the Prospect Knolls neighborhood.
Spanish style homes can also be found in Prospect Knolls.
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Prospect Knolls residents can play a round at the Braemar Golf Course.
Year-round ice skating at the Minnesota Made Ice Center
For some time outdoors, residents are within walking distance of Lewis Park, which features 21 acres of greenery, walking paths and athletic spaces for soccer, football, tennis and hockey. With the public Braemar Golf Course on the southwestern border of Prospect Knolls, golfers can set up a tee time and enjoy an 18-hole championship course, a driving range and the Golf Dome - the largest long-hitting indoor golf facility in the Twin Cities. For some time out on the ice, the year-round Minnesota Made Ice Center, offers two hockey rinks, skating clinics and programs for all ages.
The annual National Night Out block party
Every August, Prospect Knolls residents can attend the National Night Out (NNO) block party in the centralized Tralee Drive cul-de-sac. Neighbors can enjoy live music, local food trucks and ice cream from Blue Moo Ice Cream. The NNO tradition plays a role in developing a know-your-neighbor atmosphere and has been celebrated across North America on the first Tuesday of August since 1983.
A-rated education at Edina Public Schools
Families in Prospect Knolls are zoned for the Edina Public School District. Students can attend schools like Creek Valley Elementary, Valley View Middle and Edina High School, which have all earned ratings of A-plus from the educational review site, Niche. Creek Valley Elementary School offers a Multilingual Learners program that helps students navigate the curriculum in both English and Spanish through English as a Second Language (ESL) instruction. Valley View Middle School offers Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) courses for higher education preparation beginning in Grade 7. Edina High School provides a rigorous curriculum with 26 AP courses for the opportunity to earn college credit. Private options like Arete Academy are also available.
Prospect Knolls may attend Creek Valley Elementary, which has an A+ rating on Niche.
Valley View Middle School in Edina earned an A+ overall grade from Niche.
Edina Senior High educates kids from Prospect Knolls and is ranked fifth within Minnesota.
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Shopping along Cahill Road
Locals can head to the Edina Market and Deli when shopping in the area for quick grabs and everyday essentials along Cahill Road. While name-brand grocers, like Trader Joe's, Target and Cub Foods are also available nearby. The well-known Galleria shopping center is 3 miles from Prospect Knolls, offering larger department stores like Barnes & Noble, Williams-Sonoma and Pottery Barn. For a quick bite, locals can stop by the locally-owned Edina Coffee Roasters for coffee and a community-oriented environment that has served the neighborhood for over 15 years. Owners Zach and Sara Zschernitz take pride in being a gathering spot for neighbors, offering the Edina Coffee Club membership for regular discounts and routine coffee doorstep deliveries. For Latin-inspired cuisine, head to the family-owned Cahill Bistro and enjoy comfort food, margaritas and rotating happy hour specials. Or check out TJ's of Edina Restaurant for a relaxed dining experience, an extensive menu selection that has been in the community for over 30 years.
The Edina Market is a local convenience store near the Prospect Knolls neighborhood.
Trader Joe's just off of France ave is a grocery option for Prospect Knoll residents.
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Nearby healthcare and easy access to U.S. I-494
Prospect Knolls is surrounded by major thoroughfares, like Route 169 and I-494. Residents have easy access to neighboring areas like Braemar Hills and The Heights. Those seeking public transportation can grab a seat on the Metro Transit bus, which operates into Minneapolis from the Dewey Hill & Cahill Road bus stop. When traveling further outside the community, residents are 10 miles from the Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport. For healthcare, the M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital is 3 miles from the community.
Crime
Prospect Knolls received a CAP Index crime score of 2 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,684
Median Age
46
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$171,223
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$186,579
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.8%
College Graduates
85.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
6°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
60''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
31/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
9/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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