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Suburban living east of the Blue Earth River
Front yards shaded by maple trees, a true sense of community and highly rated schools define Blue Earth Park. The neighborhood is part of West Mankato and borders the Blue Earth River, providing homes along the many cul-de-sacs with views of southern Minnesota’s natural beauty. “It’s a very stable neighborhood. You don’t see much turnover. Oftentimes, homes are exchanged in West Mankato without going on the MLS because the neighbor knows a neighbor,” says Shannon Beal of JBeal Real Estate, a Realtor with over a decade of experience in Mankato. “Red Jacket Trail runs through, and they have darling events. There’s even a kiddie parade for Fourth of July where the parents throw candy.” Unlike East Mankato, which is home to shopping malls and national retailers, West Mankato is made up only of homes, parks and schools — and Blue Earth Park is no exception. Because of this, the neighborhood maintains a suburban feel despite being less than 2 miles from the heart of Mankato.
Homes with history close to Mankato West High
Cape Cods, cottages and ranch-style homes make up most of the architecture in Blue Earth Park. Because homes were built in the early to mid-20th century, the neighborhood has an established feel that leaves little room for new construction. “Lots are a quarter of an acre or maybe a pinch smaller. You’re not going to find very big lots because everything was developed around the same time,” Beal says. Properties to the west border the forested edges of the Blue Earth River, and properties to the east sit alongside the Mankato West High campus and athletic fields. Homes in Blue Earth Park don’t hit the market very often, but when they do, two-bedroom homes cost between $150,000 and $205,000, while three- and four-bedroom houses range from $225,000 to $420,000.
A row of homes in the Blue Earth Park neighborhood.
A rare tudor style house in the Blue Earth Park neighborhood.
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Walkable access to Mankato Area Public Schools
Students can attend Mankato Area Public Schools, starting with Roosevelt Elementary, a school right in the neighborhood that receives a B-plus grade from Niche. From here, students can head to Dakota Meadows Middle, which also gets a B-plus, before heading to Mankato West High, which gets an A and is located in the neighborhood. According to Niche, the high school is the highest-rated public option in the county, and its after-school athletics include alpine skiing and gymnastics. There are private schools in Blue Earth Park, including Risen Savior Lutheran, a school serving kindergarten through eighth grade.
The West Mankato Trail runs through the Blue Earth Park neighborhood.
Residents can ride their bike on the West Mankato Trail in the Blue Earth Park neighborhood.
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Driving down the highway or biking the Red Jacket Trail
Bordered by Highway 169 to the north, Blue Earth Park links to North Mankato in about 2 miles. Bike lanes run along sections of Blue Earth Street, and while they don’t extend down the entire stretch of road, the Red Jacket Trail provides a bike-friendly path to downtown Mankato, less than 2 miles away.
The Blue Earth Park neighborhood is near highway 169 and the Minnesota river.
The Red Jacket Trail connects to the West Mankato Trail in the Blue Earth Park neighborhood.
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From West Mankato Park to the local YMCA
West Mankato Park sits along the neighborhood’s southernmost edge. The shaded playground and carefully maintained basketball court invite neighbors to walk over on Saturday mornings or after school. The neighborhood’s namesake park, Blue Earth Park, provides the community with access to the Red Jacket Trail, a path that heads south to the ski slopes of Mount Kato, 2 miles away. For indoor activities, Mankato’s only YMCA location borders Riverfront Drive, right along the northern edge of Blue Earth Park. The area hosts fitness classes, recreational sports and water aerobics for all ages.
West Mankato Park has a playgorund.
The Mankato YMCA is right next to the Blue Earth Park neighborhood.
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Chain restaurants and downtown Mankato staples
Because Blue Earth Park is a residential community, residents don’t pass by a grocery store until they hit the Cub Foods on Riverfront Drive, about a mile away. For dining out, there are chains like Toppers Pizza and Dairy Queen near the grocery store, but the top restaurants in the area are 2 miles away at the heart of the city. Number 4 serves entrees like tomahawk steaks and shrimp carbonara at the corner of Second Street and Walnut, and Loose Moose Saloon features unique takes on classic American foods, like the peanut butter and jelly burger.
The Chicken Katsu Sandwich is a signature item at Number 4 Steakhouse.
The Loose Moose is a casual eatery near the Blue Earth Park neighborhood.
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Kiwanis Lights and the Fourth of July Kid’s Parade
The Kiwanis Lights at Sibley Park are only half a mile from Blue Earth Park, allowing locals to head to one of the area’s top winter attractions. During the summer, events are closer to home. The Fourth of July Kid’s Parade kicks off at West Mankato Park. Parents and neighbors toss candy to the children participating in the parade. Throughout the year, the local Catholic church, St. Joseph the Worker, hosts activities through their clubs and committees.
Snowfall in southern Minnesota
On average, Mankato sees more than 30 inches of snow annually. With the precipitation comes winter lows around 6 degrees, so homeowners must be prepared to bundle up and shovel during the cold season.
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On average, homes in Blue Earth Park, Mankato sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Blue Earth Park, Mankato over the last 12 months is $265,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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