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Convenient, suburban living in Maplewood Heights
Maplewood Heights offers a classic suburban Twin Cities lifestyle between serene Silver Lake and the busy Maplewood Mall/White Bear Avenue commercial district. The north Maplewood location, combining convenience and calm, is the main draw. “It’s easy to get around here. We have two major freeways that are more or less on the perimeter,” says Realtor Ron Knutsen of Homes Plus Realty, referring to Interstate 694 and State Road 36. “There are a good number of restaurants nearby, grocery stores within a reasonable proximity and parks all around.”
Downtown North Saint Paul is often bustling with people from nearby neighborhoods like Maplewood Heights.
Silver Lake Park is a great place for Maplewood Heights residents to kayak.
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Single-family homes and row houses sell for under $450,000
Wide, sloped streets here are lined with Neocolonial, split-level and ranch-style homes. Oaks and pines shade broad front lawns and spacious backyards. Several varieties of maple trees—including silver, sugar and red—are also common. Townhomes are available in the Woodlynn Ponds subdivision, on the neighborhood’s northwest side. Single-family homes sell for between about $280,000 and $420,000. Townhome prices typically range from $270,000 to $350,000. “The hottest market in our area right now is the $250,000 to $400,000 range,” says Knutsen, who has over three decades of real estate experience.
Summers here are warm, with average high temperatures reaching about 80 degrees. Winters are cold, with lows often dropping below freezing. Maplewood typically gets around 50 inches of snow annually. Knutsen says flooding is not a primary concern, but most homes with basements do have sump pumps as a precaution.
Classic split-level and ranch-style homes in Maplewood Heights, set along a quiet, tree-lined suburban street.
Well-maintained single-story home in Maplewood Heights, featuring classic brick accents and mature landscaping on a quiet tree-lined street.
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Above-average North High offers career pathways, dual enrollment
Maplewood Heights is zoned to School District 622, which gets a B grade from Niche and allows school transfers by application. Students may go to Richardson Elementary and John Glenn Middle, which earn C and C-plus grades, respectively. North High, which earns a B, offers career pathways in STEM, business and more. Dual enrollment classes, in partnership with Century College and the University of Minnesota, are also available.
Students achieve greatness at North High School.
A high percentage of teachers are certified to work full-time at John Glenn Middle School.
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Close to Playcrest, Maplewood Heights and Silver Lake parks
Playcrest Park, in the neighborhood’s heart, has a playground, a paved trail, and fields for baseball and soccer. In the winter, it also has an ice rink. Maplewood Heights Park, a few blocks away, has a paved path circling a fishable pond, along with a picnic shelter, hard courts for basketball and tennis, and a seasonal skating rink. Nearby, Silver Lake has more outdoor recreational amenities. In Joy Park, on the north side, there’s a playground, a public boat launch and a fishing pier. On the southern bank, there’s a sandy, swimmable beach area, another fishing pier and more. Manitou Ridge, a public 18-hole golf course with a pro shop and snack bar, is nearby as well.
Families enjoy the playground at Playcrest Park.
White Bear Lake is utilized year-round by locals and residents from Maplewood Heights.
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Shopping/dining in the Maplewood Mall area
The Maplewood Area Historical Society’s Bruentrup Heritage Farm hosts a weekly farmers market in their big red barn, which also functions as a wedding venue and event space. The historical society offers youth summer camps at the barn, too, with themes like farm-to-table and history detectives. Kohl’s and JCPenney anchor Maplewood Mall, less than 2 miles from most homes. The indoor shopping center also has a Barnes & Noble, a Sephora, clothing retailers and national chain restaurants, including Outback and Olive Garden. “Brick-and-mortar shopping is becoming a thing of the past, but the restaurants are still pretty popular and do very well,” Knutsen says. Myth Live is a nearby performance venue known for rock, alternative, electronic and hip-hop shows. Strip malls along White Bear Avenue and Lydia Avenue feature stores like Aldi, Hobby Lobby and Harbor Freight. Knutsen says a perk of the neighborhood is proximity to two Hy-Vee locations, one on White Bear Avenue and one in the Oakdale area. “It’s a very nice, well-stocked grocery store,” he says.
The Maplewood Mall is a large shopping center near Maplewood Heights.
Mac's Dinner offer outdoor seating during the summer near Maplewood Heights.
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Getting around Maplewood via highways, Metro Transit buses
M Health Fairview St. John’s Hospital, a big local employer, is about 2 miles from most homes. Downtown Saint Paul is about 10 miles away via State Road 36 and Interstate 35E. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is under 20 miles away, heading southwest on either Interstate 35E or Interstates 694 and 494. Metro Transit bus stops are scattered along Lydia Avenue and White Bear Avenue. Routes connect to the Maplewood Mall Transit Center and other destinations around the Twin Cities metro.
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Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
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Lydia Ave & Ariel St
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Lydia Ave & White Bear Ave
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Mcknight Rd & Lydia Ave
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White Bear Ave & Beam Ave
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Mcknight Rd & Gall Ave
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Mcknight Rd & Woodlynn Ave
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Lydia Ave & Furness Court
Maplewood Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Maplewood Heights, Maplewood sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Maplewood Heights, Maplewood over the last 12 months is $365,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to 2994 Mary St, a sought after and quiet neighborhood in Maplewood, Minnesota. As you approach this well-maintained property, you are met with a generous .3 acre corner lot with a beautifully fenced in back yard. The front, side, and back yards provide lots of space for any type of outside fun you hope to enjoy at home. This home has been well taken care of and is “move-in ready” for its
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Discover the perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience in this beautifully updated end-unit walkout rambler townhome. Ideally located just minutes from shopping, dining, coffee, groceries, and major roadways, this home makes everyday living effortless. Inside, the updated kitchen shines with granite countertops, tile backsplash, abundant cabinetry, and a center island for casual dining.
While we are just 15 minutes from downtown Saint Paul, the historic Bruentrup farm with its open area is located directly east of us. It is open for events and tours. The path running through the northern edge of our property also runs through the farm and is part of the Gateway Trail system.
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