Kenwood is a residential neighborhood in the Bde Maka Ska-Isles region of Minneapolis. The area’s large, varied homes are close to two lakes and a tennis-focused park. Students are zoned for a highly rated school district, and people can quickly commute downtown for work. Nearby commercial districts give residents several places to shop and eat.
Several styles of large homes line the neighborhood’s streets, including Victorians, Tudor Revivals and Mediterranean Revivals. Many were built in the late 1800s and early 1900s. “There are a number of houses with historic character and potentially historical relevance,” says John Brekken, a Realtor with Compass Realty who sells in the area. Prices can range from the lower $600,000s to nearly $2.2 million. The area's handful of townhouses and condos often run from the lower $300,000s for a simple space to around $1.2 million for a deluxe unit, with HOA fees typically between $300 and $550 per month. Kenwood is usually more expensive than other neighborhoods in Bde Maka Ska-Isles like Bryn Mawr and Lowry Hill.
Kenwood’s nearby lakes are a main selling point, but the neighborhood’s location also allows residents to easily get to downtown attractions like the Target Center, home to the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx basketball teams. It’s also close to museums and several commercial centers. “It’s hard to find a more strategically located spot,” Brekken says. Residents like the area for its atmosphere, too. The community has wide concrete streets with sidewalks, and cars are commonly parked along the curb. You will often see people riding their bikes or walking their pets. The Kenwood Neighborhood Organization keeps the area informed of events happening around town, and the Hill & Lake Press newspaper reports on issues affecting the community.
Kenwood’s location gives people access to both Cedar Lake and Lake of the Isles, two links in the city’s Chain of Lakes, which are connected by canals and walking trails. Cedar Lake has several beaches, and visitors can paddle on their kayaks and canoes. Lake of the Isles is bordered by Lake of the Isles Park, which has a hockey rink, an ice skating rink, a dog park and a soccer field in addition to its water activities. Both lakes are popular for their muskie fishing. Kenwood Park offers the largest grid of public tennis courts in the city, plus youth sports fields and a playground.
Students are served by the highly rated Minneapolis Public School District, including Kenwood Elementary School, which also gets top marks. The state’s open enrollment policy allows students to attend any school outside that district that is not at capacity. Nearby private academies like The Blake School are another option. The city’s magnet schools, like Ella Baker Global Studies and Humanities School in Lowry Hill East, use enrollment lotteries.
The neighborhood is roughly 3 miles from downtown Minneapolis, where companies like Target and Sleep Number are headquartered. The commute takes 10-15 minutes outside of heavy traffic. It’s possible to bike downtown in just over 15 minutes thanks to the region’s trails and bike lanes. Metro Transit buses make several stops in the community, but their lines don’t run to the business district. The closest line that heads downtown passes through Cedar-Isles-Dean.
Residents often travel to the nearby Uptown and Lyn-Lake commercial districts for their dining and shopping. Options include:
Jim Snaza
Homes Plus Realty
(612) 429-5408
118 Total Sales
1 in Kenwood
$1,147,000 Price
Cindy Carlson
Edina Realty, Inc.
(612) 445-3938
212 Total Sales
2 in Kenwood
$677K - $1.6M Price Range
Adam Bury
Coldwell Banker Realty
(612) 260-4528
62 Total Sales
2 in Kenwood
$890K - $2M Price Range
John Brekken
Compass
(612) 260-9322
82 Total Sales
2 in Kenwood
$1M - $3.4M Price Range
Justin Fox
RE/MAX Professionals
(651) 829-6296
84 Total Sales
1 in Kenwood
$1,145,000 Price
Barbara Davis
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lakes
(612) 445-4412
129 Total Sales
2 in Kenwood
$715K - $975K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Kenwood | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Kenwood, Minneapolis sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Kenwood, Minneapolis over the last 12 months is $1,161,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$1,300,000
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Median Sale Price
$1,161,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,433,750
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$737,500
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$380,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
24
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$390
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Number of Homes
506
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Number of Homes for Sale
14
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Median Year Built
1914
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Months of Supply
7.00
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
4,217
Significantly above the national average
1,934
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,229
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Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
990
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
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Number of Homes for Rent
1
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Median Rent
$4,995
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$4,995
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Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$4,995
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Total Population
1,361
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Median Age
48
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Population Density
4 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
20.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
24.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$242,331
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$227,495
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High School Graduates
100%
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College Graduates
89.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
61.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
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% Population in Labor Force
74.3%
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Annual Precipitation
31''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
7°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
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Annual Snowfall
50''
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