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Tree-lined streets and highly rated schools in West Mankato
The streets in Dotson Park are lined by sugar maple and hickory trees, giving the neighborhood a lush, green feel in the warmer months and a frosted look as the cold sets in. Bordered by a nature preserve and only a mile from Sibley Park, the community stays connected to the natural beauty of Mankato — but it’s also only a little over a mile away from the heart of the city. Because of Dotson Park’s relaxed pace, it’s common to see people riding their bikes through the neighborhood and strolling down the sidewalk. Homes near Pleasant Street overlook the highest-rated high school in the county, but the community itself is solely residential. Because it is still part of the Mankato city limits, most homes are from the early to mid-20th century and reflect the start of the city’s steady growth that kicked off in the 1920s.
Ranch-style homes surrounded by greenery east of the Blue Earth River
The tree painted on the concrete at the intersection of Baker and Moreland avenues symbolizes Dotson Park’s connection to nature. Tree canopies shade front yards, and the Rasmussen Woods nature preserve borders backyards in the eastern part of the community. While a few colonial-style homes are mixed in, most houses have ranch-style architecture and date back to anywhere from the 1920s to the 1960s. Three-bedroom homes cost between $150,000 and $250,000, and four-bedroom homes cost between $250,000 and $360,000. Houses over 2,000 square feet can range from $370,000 to $560,000.
A Cape Cod style home on the corner alongside other homes in Dotson Park.
Dotson Park has homes with various fun colors.
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A mile from the shops and restaurants along Riverfront Drive
Because Dotson Park is made up entirely of homes and park space, the nearest stores and restaurants are off Riverfront Drive and Front Street, about a mile away. Cub Foods carries fresh produce and essentials just north of the Mankato West High campus. There are fast food chains like Burger King near the grocery store, but the most frequented restaurants are downtown. Nolabelle remains a top choice for brunch, while two doors down, Ummie’s serves up casual American fare for lunch and dinner.
The Chicken Katsu Sandwich is a must try at the Number 4 Steakhouse.
Pub 500 is a popular spot on Front Street.
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An easy ride to Kiwanis Lights and the Fourth of July parade
With a white winter comes a love for lights, so Kiwanis Lights remains a staple activity during the holiday season. “They do it down at Sibley Park, which used to be a house racetrack, and they decorate that whole park with lights that you can drive through or walk through,” says Bridget Yokiel of Realty Executives Associates, an agent specializing in Mankato. Sibley Park is only a mile northwest of Dotson Park, making it easy for neighbors to attend the city’s annual event. During the summer, West Mankato holds a Fourth of July parade for children that starts its route at Dotson Park.
Next door to A-rated Mankato West High School
Mankato Area Public Schools serve the neighborhood. Students can start at schools receiving a B-plus from Niche, Roosevelt Elementary and Dakota Meadows Middle, and transition to Mankato West High, which gets an A grade and ranks as the best public high school in Blue Earth County. The high school has an 89% graduation rate and offers unique athletic options like alpine skiing and gymnastics. For a nearby postsecondary, Minnesota State University’s Mankato campus is 2 miles away. The college has a student population of about 14,000 and is known for its aviation program.
Dakota Meadows Middle School enrolls 25% economically disadvantaged students.
Mankato West Senior High School is ranked #1,431 in the National Rankings.
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An ice rink at Dotson Park and trails at Rasmussen Woods
As its name suggests, the neighborhood is home to Dotson Park. The park features a playground with a swing set, but it also has an ice rink — a valuable amenity in Mankato because “we definitely have a white winter and, most times, a white Christmas,” says Angie VanEman of American Way Realty, an agent specializing in the area. The neighborhood has access to the 5-mile trail through Rasmussen Woods, a forested nature preserve bordering the Dotson Park community to the east. Along the neighborhood's western edge, closest to the Blue Earth River, is West Mankato Park, which comprises a playground and basketball court.
Dotson Park has many features and seating for families
Rasmussen Woods is just off of Stoltzman Road in Mankato.
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Taking Route 169 or Pleasant Street to top employers
Ramps to Route 169 are about a mile north, connecting Dotson Park to the Taylor Corporation campus and North Mankato. Other major employers, like the Mayo Clinic Health System and the Minnesota State University Mankato, are less than three miles away. Pleasant Street connects to Toltzman Road for trips south and to Main Street for trips east. Because the nearest bus stop is at the Lincoln Community Center, just under a mile away, Dotson Park is friendlier for biking, walking and driving.
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Parks in this Area
Dotson Park
Stoltzman Road Park
Rasmussen Woods
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Dotson Park
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Dotson Park, Mankato sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Dotson Park, Mankato over the last 12 months is $325,945, up 5% from the average 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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,231
Median Age
42
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$87,500
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$104,978
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.3%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
47%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.9%
% Population in Labor Force
70.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
6°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
43''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
31/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
9/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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