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A walkable neighborhood on the lake
With lakeside views and easy access to bustling Uptown shops and dining, East Isles is a highly sought-after Minneapolis community. Today’s residents can walk to nearby restaurants and cafes, or simply enjoy the tree-lined streets and stunning architecture within the neighborhood. “It’s one of the best neighborhoods in Minneapolis, and it’s because of the location,” says Realtor Jennifer Bush of Keller Williams Integrity Realty, who has an office in Uptown and used to live in East Isles. “It’s right next to the lake, so it’s great for walking, paddle boarding and cross-country skiing in the winter. But it’s also got walkability and accessibility to restaurants and coffee shops in Uptown.”
Bde Maka Ska offers a scenic skiing and walking destination in winter.
Miles of trails await recreationists around the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes.
East Isle residents exercise in the neighborhood year round.
Located on Hennepin Ave, lies Isle Bun & Coffee is in the heart of Uptown.
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Rich residential architecture
East Isles is best characterized by its rich architectural features, including homes with stately columns, stylish Tudor Revival features and elegant entryways to give homes distinct individual identities. Lakeside properties are particularly elegant, with spacious lots, custom architectural features, and generous floorplans. “These are older, well-maintained homes. You’ll see a lot of Craftsman homes and Four Squares. You’re usually going to have at least two floors,” Bush says. While the average sales price of homes is around $544,000, prices can reach up to $4 million for one-of-a-kind homes. There are also stunning architectural features from notable architects, like the Purcell-Cutts home, a Prairie School-style house designed by architects George Grant Elmslie and William Gray Purcell that is now part of the National Register of Historic Places.
Elegant tudor-style homes grace wooded lots in East Isles.
Queen Anne-style homes with iconic towers offer historic charm in East Isles.
A number of homes have exquisite vies of Lake of the Isles and Bde Maka Ska.
Expect to find beautiful lakeside housing in the East Isle neighborhood.
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East Isles events
Throughout the year, the East Isles Neighborhood Association hosts events where friends and neighbors celebrate together. There’s an ice-skating party in January, a summer social in June and a weekend farmer’s market that runs from June through September. The neighborhood association also hosts monthly meetings to discuss topics of interest for the community.
Lakeside parks, paths and greenways
While only some residents enjoy lake views from their patio, the entire shoreline is part of the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes Regional Park. Bde Maka Ska is popular for boating and has several public beaches along its shores. Lake of the Isles is smaller and tends to have fewer visitors. It’s also a great spot for ice skating in the winter. Four-legged visitors can explore the Lake of the Isles Dog Park, a spacious and shaded spot for off-leash play. Cyclists have no shortage of trails to explore. Miles of paved trails circle the lakes, and the Midtown Greenway stretches east to the Mississippi River.
Midtown Greenway stretches from Uptown to the Mississippi River.
Enjoy a relaxing day of fishing on Lake of the Isles.
Sandy beaches await swimmers around the Minneapolis Chain of Lakes.
East Isles is located just minutes away from downtown Minneapolis.
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Uptown attractions
The relaxing residential streets of East Isles quickly transform into Uptown marketplaces and dining options. With hip restaurants and boutique shops right next to lakeside trails, Uptown is a hotspot for everything from rooftop brunch to late-night cocktails. It’s where you can kayak through a lagoon, shop for locally made jewelry and watch the latest independent film without leaving the neighborhood. Popular eateries in the area include the casual Amazing Thailand, while Isles Bun and Coffee stands out for its generously sized warm cinnamon rolls. Lagoon Cinema is a five-screen theater specializing in foreign and independent films located right on Lagoon Avenue. The Uptown Art Fair fills Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street with local artists and artwork for one week every summer. The easiest place to pick up groceries and essentials is Cub Foods, also in Uptown.
Rooftop dining and relaxation are served up at Pinoli.
Isles Bun and Coffee is a local favorite for a sweet treat.
Pinoli serves up Italian-inspired cuisine along Lake Street.
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Public schools close to home
Students in East Isles attend Kenwood Elementary School, which earns an A rating from Niche and offers an art-based, student-centered approach to education. Upperclassmen head on to C-rated Anwatin Middle School, C-minus-rated North High School. Students can apply to Ella Baker Global Studies and Humanities Magnet School, which puts a greater focus on both global learning and social-emotional skills.
Kenwood Elementary School has a 48% minority enrollment in its students.
Anwatin Middle School serves students in the Bryn Mawr community.
North Community High School celebrates a diverse and dynamic learning atmosphere.
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Getting around Minneapolis and beyond
East Isles is about a mile from the nearest on-ramp to Interstate 94, offering convenience to commuters in the neighborhood. It’s about 2 miles to downtown Minneapolis and 13 miles to St. Paul. The area is served by Metro Transit, the primary public transportation service for the Twin Cities. For air travel, the neighborhood is about 13 miles from the terminals at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.
Minnesotans take I-94 to travel in and out of Minneapolis.
Minneapolis residents can utilize the Uptown Transit Station to travel throughout the city.
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East Isles Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Isles, Minneapolis sell after 71 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in East Isles, Minneapolis over the last 12 months is $392,500, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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