$230,065Average Value$498Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
A suburban hub of a big small town
Tourtellotte Park is a walkable, suburban enclave of Mankato, just about a mile northeast of downtown. Named for the park within its borders, the neighborhood connects with the popular green space, home to a recently renovated community pool. Life in Tourtellotte Park brings access to highly rated schools, shaded neighborhood strolls, and short drives to popular Mankato restaurants along River Front Drive. “I always tell my clients it's one of the biggest small towns you'll ever go to,” says Michelle Starkey, a Realtor with True Real Estate. “A lot of people know each other or know of each other. We have a lot here, but also, you know, it’s a quick drive to the metro if you want a really upscale dinner, a movie or a show.”
Tourtellotte Park is a suburban enclave of Mankato, just about a mile northeast of Downtown.
HyVee is a mile and a half southwest of Tourtellotte Park for your grocery needs.
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Streets lined with historic Four Squares
Laid out in a grid just northeast of Old Town Mankato, Tourtellotte Park’s streets are lined with oaks and maples, which shade the narrow sidewalks. Though some homes have detached garages and driveways, many residents park in the street. Four Squares, ranch-style homes and cottages are most common. “In that area, that’s what you're going to find,” says Starkey. “Older homes from the 1920s to the 1960s.” Prices range from $110,000 to $300,000.
For homes from the 1920s to the 1960s, prices range from $110,000 to $300,000.
The average home value in Tourtellote Park, Mankato, is $285,700.
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Tourtellotte Park, revitalized
Tourtellotte Park, the community’s namesake, offers a playground, baseball fields, a beach volleyball pit and a swimming pool, which is both open to the public and available for private rental. In the fall of 2023, a $9 million project refurbished the swimming pool and diving well and added a 21-foot-high water slide. Though parking is limited, residents can park along nearby residential streets. Nearby Riverfront Park cradles the Minnesota River, offering waterfront views and a canoe launch. This green space also has a playground and hiking trails, including a connection to the North Minnesota River Trail. Located in the park is the Vetter Stone Amphitheater, hosting live music performances from June through September.
Residents can enjoy playing paddleball with friends in Tourtellote Park.
Cyclists can ride the bike lanes along North Broad Street and East Ruth Street.
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The Mankato Public School District
The Mankato Public School District serves the neighborhood. Students can begin their education at Franklin Elementary School, which scored an A on Niche while ranking No. 1 in Best Public Elementary Schools in Blue Earth County. Franklin Elementary provides ACES, a fun and educational childcare program aligning with MAPS Elementary Schools and the Early Learning Department. Students can continue their education at Prairie Winds Middle School and Mankato East Senior High School, both receiving a B-plus on the site. There are also several private schools in the area, namely Loyola Catholic School, located within Tourtellotte Park, and Fitzgerald Middle School, just southwest of the neighborhood within Washington Park.
Franklin Elementary has 33 full-time teachers and 1 full-time school counselor.
Prairie Winds Middle School has a 34% minority enrollment.
Mankato East Senior High School is ranked 59th within Minnesota.
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Nearby shopping and dining in Old Town Mankato
Pappageorge Restaurant & Bar serves surf and turf and other American classics, along with fine wines and a variety of craft cocktails. “People like Pappageorge’s. If you want a nice steak, it’s got a great, more upper-scale, date-night ambiance,” says Starkey. Oleander Saloon, a fixture of Old Town Mankato, is housed in a historic building that harkens to the Wild West. Colloquially referred to as The Ole, this neighborhood watering hole regularly offers live music. For groceries, there’s a Hy-Vee Grocery Store on South Riverfront Drive, a mile and a half southwest of Tourtellotte Park.
River Rock Coffee is a great spot for coffee lovers in Tourtellote Park.
Visit Number 4 Steakhouse in Tourtellote Park for a nice steak in a good ambiance.
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Travel in Tourtellotte Park and beyond
Though the neighborhood itself is walkable and bike-friendly, most residents use a car to get around. Public transportation is available through the Mankato Transit System, which services bus stops along Lime Street and Adams Street. Cyclists can ride the bike lanes along North Broad Street, East Ruth Street and North Second Street. For longer-distance travel, the Mankato Regional Airport is about 6 miles northeast of the neighborhood, though it's served by one airline. A broader selection of flights and destinations can be found in Minneapolis-St. Paul, about 80 miles northeast.
Mankato Transit System has service bus stops along Lime Street and Adams Street.
Tourtellote Park has a cost of living score of 86.7 and is a great place to live.
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Controversy brews over redevelopment plans
Adjacent to Loyola Catholic School on Good Counsel Hill, the former home of the School Sisters of Notre Dame remains in limbo. Long the provincial base for the organization of Catholic teaching nuns, the 109-year-old campus had been the proposed site for affordable housing and a drug- and alcohol-treatment center. That proposal fell through in 2024 following resident and school-parent opposition to the treatment-center component. The School Sisters of Notre Dame, which moved its operations to downtown Mankato in 2021, maintains the property in the interim. The 30-acre site had for decades been the site of variety of public events, such as arts-and-crafts displays and winter festivals.
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Parks in this Area
Tourtelotte Park/ Pool
Tourtellotte Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Tourtellotte Park, Mankato sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Tourtellotte Park, Mankato over the last 12 months is $385,727, up 61% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this beautifully updated home offering timeless charm and modern upgrades in a prime location near Tourtelotte Park and Pool. Featuring three same-floor bedrooms, this home boasts hardwood flooring throughout the main and upper levels, blending classic character with contemporary style.Step into the inviting living room, highlighted by rich hardwood floors, elegant coved
Welcome to this beautifully updated home offering timeless charm and modern upgrades in a prime location near Tourtelotte Park and Pool. Featuring three same-floor bedrooms, this home boasts hardwood flooring throughout the main and upper levels, blending classic character with contemporary style. Step into the inviting living room, highlighted by rich hardwood floors, elegant coved ceilings, a
Stephanie JacobsonWEICHERT REALTORS, COMMUNITY GROUP
This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home with a 2-stall garage is bursting with characterand comfort. Step into the bright and cozy living area featuring original hardwood floors,and large windows. The kitchen is bright and functional with plenty of cabinet space, agas stove, and generous countertops—perfect for daily cooking or entertaining.Upstairs, you'll find a finished attic
Step into a rare blend of history and modern living with this inspired church-to-home conversion on a spacious corner lot in Central Mankato. The former sanctuary has been transformed into a breathtaking great room, showcasing original stained glass windows, soaring ceilings, an electric fireplace, and luxury vinyl plank flooring—perfect for gatherings, reflection, or artistic inspiration.
Step into a rare blend of history and modern living with this inspired church-to-home conversion on a spacious corner lot in Central Mankato. The former sanctuary has been transformed into a breathtaking great room, showcasing original stained glass windows, soaring ceilings, an electric fireplace, and luxury vinyl plank flooring—perfect for gatherings, reflection, or artistic inspiration.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,406
Median Age
35
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$76,495
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,621
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.6%
College Graduates
27.6%
Advanced Degrees
3.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
81.6%
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®
29/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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