Rasmussen Park
Neighborhood in Mankato, Minnesota
Blue Earth County 56001
Vibrant green lawns along tree-lined Stoltzman Road
Tall evergreen trees lien Stoltzman Road, reminding residents of the nature preserve in the neighborhood’s northwestern corner. Properties reflect decades of diligent maintenance, as does the carefully trimmed shrubbery decorating front lawns. Most houses feature bi-level or ranch-style architecture, and many exceed 2,000 square feet. Construction years date back to the 1960s along some streets, but there are also homes from the early 2000s to today. On average, houses cost between $180,000 and $385,000, and there are homes in the $400,000 to $550,000 range with luxury features in subdivisions like Ezra Estates — one of the closest communities to the university campus.
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Marshes and woodlands near the Red Jacket Trail
The miles of trails throughout Rasmussen Woods invite residents to enjoy a brisk walk along shaded paths, and it’s common to see dogs joining in. Unlike a typical park, Rasmussen Woods includes more than a walkable path across its 150-acre grounds. “Rasmussen Woods is so cool. It’s got prairies and wetlands, deer and wildlife. In the wetlands, part of the trail is floating. You walk on it, and it moves with you,” Stilson says. The floating trail includes a boarded walkway that rises and falls with the marsh beneath it. The trails at the park also link up to the Red Jacket Trail for a more extensive walking or biking path. For a smaller park with a basketball court and playground, Southview is a mile south of Rasmussen Woods.
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Highly rated Mankato Area schools and a nearby MSU campus
Mankato Area Public Schools serve Rasmussen Park. Students can start at Jefferson Elementary, which receives an A-minus grade from Niche and features an enriching morning and afternoon childcare program that aligns with the school-day curriculum. From here, students can head to Dakota Meadows Middle, which gets a B-plus grade, before attending Mankato West High. The high school receives an A and ranks as the best public high school in Blue Earth County on Niche. Mankato West maintains an 89% graduation rate and offers after-school programs like alpine skiing and gymnastics. For postsecondary options, Minnesota State University’s Mankato campus borders Rasmussen Park to the east. As the second-largest university in the state, MSU Mankato offers over 100 undergraduate programs, including the only four-year aviation program in the state.
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Activities at First Congregational UCC
First Congregational United Church of Christ is located in Rasmussen Woods and hosts activities like the Saturday Breakfast Gathering and Dinner Out, where neighbors connect over different restaurants throughout Mankato each month.Routes to Riverfront Drive and Old Town Mankato
Stoltzman Road runs through the center of Rasmussen Park and is the primary connection to Riverfront Drive. The heart of Old Town Mankato is about 3 miles away, and North Mankato is about 4 miles away. The Greater Mankato Transit System’s Southwood Terrace stop along James Avenue provides bus service throughout the city. There are also bus stops at the university for trips to River Hills Mall.Breakfast at Weggy’s on Campus or lunch at Chipotle
Because of Rasmussen Park’s proximity to the university, the neighborhood benefits from all the restaurant options on campus. Chains like Chipotle Mexican Grill, Noodles and Company and Caribou Coffee line the shopping center along Stadium Road, but there are also local spots. Weggy’s on Campus serves breakfast favorites from egg sandwiches to French toast, but it also serves burgers and wraps until 10 p.m. Mankato staples like Pub 500 and Nolabelle are located in Old Town, about 3 miles away. For groceries, the nearest store is Cub Foods on Riverfront Drive, less than 2 miles north.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Carrie Zeldenrust
Carrie Zeldenrust
Responds QuicklyREALTY EXECUTIVES ASSOCIATES
(507) 543-3861
53 Total Sales
1 in Rasmussen Park
$883,000 Price
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Karry Meyer
Karry Meyer
Responds QuicklyREALTY EXECUTIVES ASSOCIATES
(507) 615-3387
102 Total Sales
2 in Rasmussen Park
$250,000 Price Range
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Jackie Graham
Jackie Graham
Responds QuicklyTRUE REAL ESTATE
(507) 533-3274
113 Total Sales
1 in Rasmussen Park
$324,900 Price
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Samantha Kaul
Samantha Kaul
Responds QuicklyCENTURY 21 ATWOOD
(952) 900-2504
174 Total Sales
1 in Rasmussen Park
$383,000 Price
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Elizabeth Greiner
Elizabeth Greiner
Responds QuicklyTRUE REAL ESTATE
(507) 736-5639
94 Total Sales
1 in Rasmussen Park
$270,000 Price
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Lee Fast
Lee Fast
Responds QuicklyHeartland Real Estate Services LLC
(507) 574-5886
58 Total Sales
1 in Rasmussen Park
$205,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Rasmussen Woods-Elk's Nature Center
- Trails
- Nature Center
- Hiking
Southview Park
John Janavaras Park
Ward Park
Gomsrud Park
Amber Lake Park
Centennial Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Rasmussen Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rasmussen Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rasmussen Park, Mankato sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Rasmussen Park, Mankato over the last 12 months is $331,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$355,000
Median Sale Price
$331,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$360,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$145
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
254
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1964
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,128
Above the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,492
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
22,215
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,000 - $1,200 per month
- Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 620+ Sq Ft
- 744 James Ave
- Mankato, MN
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,696
Median Age
23
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
5.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,214
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,527
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
51.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.5%
% Population in Labor Force
82.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
12
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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