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A lakeside neighborhood with various amenities
Just under 4 miles from Minneapolis sits the neighborhood of East Bde Maka Ska, which borders its namesake lake, Bde Maka Ska. The lake and town were previously known as East Calhoun, but their names were changed in 2021 to honor the history of the Dakota people in this area. One thing that has remained constant is the lake being arguably the area's biggest draw. But its not the whole story, nor the only significant amenity. "We have the lake, we have so many restaurants and shops, and the area itself is just so beautiful and diverse," says Realtor Heather Leiviska of Coldwell Banker Realty. "That and the bike trails! It's such a fun neighborhood." Prices for homes here range from $450,000 to $2.5 million.
From Cape Cods to Craftsman-style homes
Most homes were built between the 1900s-1940s, resulting in a variety of architecture. "We've got colonials, Cape Cods, Victorians and Craftsman," Leiviska says. "It's a mixture of all sorts of styles, which makes it fun to walk around." There are also lakefront properties, but not in the traditional sense, since a walking path surrounds the shoreline. "There are homes with lake views, and they are highly sought after, but list longer because they are higher priced," Leviska says. Prices range from $450,000 to $ 2.5 million; the median sale price is $520,000.
Upscale lakeside estates have beautiful views of Bde Maka Ska.
A row of craftsman style homes in the East Bde Maka neighborhood.
Craftsman-style homes meticulous landscaping beautify the neighborhood of East Bde Maka Ska.
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Enrolling at Washburn High School
Residents can send their kids to the public schools in nearby neighborhoods. Children may begin their education at Lyndale Elementary School, which earns a B-minus rating from Niche. Students can then continue at Justice Page Middle School and Washburn High School, which receive B and B-plus ratings, respectively. Washburn High School offers AVID, a nationally recognized college readiness program, to its students. Washburn High's clubs and extracurriculars include the Math Team, the environmentally focused Green Team, even an eSports team.
Lyndale Elementary School is on W 34th St in Minneapolis, MN.
Justice Page Community Middle School enrolls over 1,000 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio at Washburn Senior High School is 31 to 1.
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Kayaking at Bde Maka Ska
Bde Maka Ska Park is the central, defining feature of the neighborhood and offers amenities such as a bike path, boat dock, fishing pier and sports fields. "That's, for sure, one of the reasons you would want to move here," Leiviska says. "The lake is 3 miles around, so you can hike or bike around, or you could canoe or paddleboard." Because the community is situated right next to the lake, it is always within walking distance. The park is open daily from 6 a.m. to 12 a.m. in developed areas and 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. in underdeveloped regions. Rentals are available for canoes, kayaks, bikes, boats and paddles. During the summer, residents can bask in the sun on the beach.
Bde Maka Ska is a favorite spot for water enthusiasts.
Downtown Minneapolis is only minutes away.
The Minneapolis Sailing Center offers sailing lessons and boat rental for relaxed lake recreation.
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Shopping and dining at Uptown
There are plenty of shopping and dining options in and around the neighborhood. According to Leviska, Uptown, located north of the neighborhood, is where residents get their groceries: "There's a Cub in Uptown, a Lunds & Byerlys in Uptown; basically, you go to Uptown for groceries and any essentials." There are also several local restaurants located along Hennepin Avenue. Kim's serves Korean American food with fun cocktails. Leiviska personally recommends Barbette, a French bistro. "We walk over there for wine and oysters," she says. For pastries, residents can head to the Black Walnut Bakery, which serves salads and soups alongside its baked goods.
Lunds and Byerlys has a deli with a hot bar, salad bar and a premier bakery.
Cub in Uptown is located nearby and has some more affordable offerings for shoppers.
Black Walnut Bakery is a popular cafe in the neighborhood with freshly baked goods.
Kim's is a popular neighborhood restaurant serving korean inspired dishes in the neighborhood.
Barbette serves french style cuisine in East Bde Maka Ska.
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An involved HOA
East Bde Maka Ska's neighborhood association regularly holds events for residents. Recurring events include Monday and Saturday Walks, meant to strengthen the community and serve as a version of a neighborhood watch. Volunteers also pick up litter during the walk and receive a free community safety shirt and knit cap.
A group of cyclists meet up for a ride at Bde Maka Ska
A pair of people walking on the East Bde Maka Ska lake trail.
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Take Interstate 35 to Minneapolis
East of the neighborhood is Interstate 35 W, which residents can take to travel to downtown Minneapolis, about a 3-mile drive away. Public transportation options, such as buses, are also available.
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Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
22 min drive
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36th St W & Humboldt Ave S
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Lake St W & Irving Ave S
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Hennepin Ave S & 31st St W
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Lake St W & Humboldt Ave S
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Hennepin Ave S & 34th St W
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36th St W & Irving Ave S
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Lake St W & Bde Maka Ska Pkwy & Knox Ave
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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East BDE Maka Ska Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East BDE Maka Ska, Minneapolis sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in East BDE Maka Ska, Minneapolis over the last 12 months is $657,500, up 58% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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