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Wenonah

Wenonah

Suburban Neighborhood in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Hennepin County 55417, 55450

$347,672 Average Value
$245 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

A place where small businesses garner huge community support

By the time Bill Findling decided to open Wyatt Cycleworks in the Wenonah neighborhood, he already had some knowledge of the small community where his in-laws lived and where he was a frequent bowler at Town Hall Lanes. “I liked the area and I used to work at Angry Catfish Bicycles and I got to know the area through that,” Findling says. “And when I saw the building become available, I decided to reach out.” Nearly two years since opening his ebike and repair shop, Findling says he doesn’t regret his decision. “It’s been great,” he says. “I’ve met a lot of neighbors and I’ve gotten a lot of community support.” An oasis of single-family homes between Lake Nokomis and the Mississippi River, Findling says Wenonah is a friendly environment with lots of amenities. The community isn’t too far from Mall of America, Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport and has convenient access to downtown, making it a popular choice for first-time homebuyers.

Main Street along 34th ave. has a lot of local businesses and shops.
Main Street along 34th ave. has a lot of local businesses and shops.
Grad or leave a book at the Little Free Library in Wenonah.
Grad or leave a book at the Little Free Library in Wenonah.
The US Pond Hockey Championship is held at Lake Nokomis in the wintertime.
The US Pond Hockey Championship is held at Lake Nokomis in the wintertime.
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When the falls freeze over…

There’s something about watching the majestic 53-foot Minnehaha Falls freeze over that never ceases to amaze residents or visitors. It’s an experience open to all but a local point of pride for residents who get to witness the transition seasonally. The waterfall, which roars throughout the rest of the year, becomes a silent, majestic sight in winter. Both the waterfall and the surrounding Minnehaha Regional Park are great for summertime visits as well. It include miles of winding trails and the Longfellow Gardens, a large off-leash dog park and a bandshell that hosts live music events in the summer. Bossen Field Park is also a favorite spot to spend a few hours thanks to a playground with a rock-climbing structure. The playground is in the center of several ballfields that are used for softball and baseball leagues.

Visit the Longfellow Garden within Minnehaha Regional park.
Visit the Longfellow Garden within Minnehaha Regional park.
Minneapolis residents often visit Minnehaha falls for its walking trails and sight seeing.
Minneapolis residents often visit Minnehaha falls for its walking trails and sight seeing.
The Airport Dog Park is a popular place for residents to have fun with thier pets.
The Airport Dog Park is a popular place for residents to have fun with thier pets.
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Modest home inventory is found further away from the lake

A community comprised almost entirely of single-family homes, Wenonah sees prices ranging between $200,000 and $400,000. Bungalows line much of the neighborhood, with minimal traditional and ranch-style houses mixed throughout. “Almost all of the homes in this neighborhood were built mid-century,” says Nick Archer, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty. “They range from more affordable for first-time buyers to the east, but the prices increase as you approach Lake Nokomis on the western side of the neighborhood.” Woodlawn Boulevard has a few custom homes with larger lots and welcoming views of Lake Nokomis.

There are Ranch styled homes found in the Wenonah neighborhood.
There are Ranch styled homes found in the Wenonah neighborhood.
There are larger Bungalow styled housing all found on Woodlawn Blvd.
There are larger Bungalow styled housing all found on Woodlawn Blvd.
There are new Traditional styled housing surrounding Lake Nakomis.
There are new Traditional styled housing surrounding Lake Nakomis.
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Roads lead to more than one lake

The lake is circled by a paved bicycle trail that can lead cyclists, joggers and dog-walkers up to another body of water, Lake Hiawatha. It’s along Minnehaha Creek and all the way to Minnehaha Regional Park as part of the Grand Rounds trail system. For a more relaxing outdoor experience, Lake Nokomis has two beaches, a playground and fishing piers. The lake freezes over in the winter, giving residents an outdoor ice skating venue that also hosts the U.S. Pond Hockey Championship, an event known for its friendly competition and an onshore beer tent.

Expect to find bicycle trails for cyclists around Minneapolis chained lakes.
Expect to find bicycle trails for cyclists around Minneapolis chained lakes.
Lake Nokomis is one of several lakes in Minneapolis, MN, and part of the city's Chain of Lakes.
Lake Nokomis is one of several lakes in Minneapolis, MN, and part of the city's Chain of Lakes.
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Many school options are above average

Lake Nokomis Wenonah Elementary School has a specialized autism program and offers service-learning opportunities for early elementary students. In third grade, students go on to study at Lake Nokomis Keewaydin Community School, followed by Sanford Middle School and Roosevelt High School. The Twin Cities is also home to a broad range of magnet schools for a more specialized or alternative educational approach, from Green Central Dual Language Elementary School to the FAIR School for Arts. For elementary schoolers, there's the choice between Keewaydin and Wenonah. Keewaydin boasts a 16 to 1 student-teacher ratio, fostering personalized learning, while Wenonah impresses with its above-average rating on Niche. Both received positive reviews for their welcoming communities. For middle schoolers, Sandford boasts a diverse student body and strong extracurricular programs, earning it a B grade from Niche. Roosevelt High School earned and A-minus grade from Niche with a highlight on its strong academics.

Wenonah Elementary is located near the center of the neighborhood.
Wenonah Elementary is located near the center of the neighborhood.
Roosevelt Senior High School offers a first rate education in its hallowed halls.
Roosevelt Senior High School offers a first rate education in its hallowed halls.
The Cooper Neighborhood is proudly served by Sanford Middle School.
The Cooper Neighborhood is proudly served by Sanford Middle School.
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Nokomis community provides necessities and food

Wenonah is part of the Nokomis East community, which has an unofficial Main Street along 34th Avenue. The avenue has excellent local restaurants, shops, businesses, a grocery store, the public library, a post office and a hardware store . Berry Sweet Kitchen is one of the family-owned restaurants along 34th Avenue, offering a casual café experience and a full bar, as well as breads and pastries to take home. Community favorite Fat Lorenzo’s serves “Italian in a Big Way” with freshly made pizza and specializing in hoagies and gelato. While it can seem hard to find reasons to leave Wenonah, the Mall of America is just to the south, a national attraction known not only for dining and shopping but also for its indoor theme park and aquarium, while the Metro Blue Line light rail can take you right to downtown Minneapolis.

Berry Sweet Kitchen is a local favorite in the Wenonah neighborhood.
Berry Sweet Kitchen is a local favorite in the Wenonah neighborhood.
Neighborhood Italian joint Lorenzo's offers pizza, pasta, hoagies & gelato amid colorful murals.
Neighborhood Italian joint Lorenzo's offers pizza, pasta, hoagies & gelato amid colorful murals.
Scratch-made pastries are sold at Berry Sweet Kitchen.
Scratch-made pastries are sold at Berry Sweet Kitchen.
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Healthcare providers and clinics are nearby

Several hospitals and clinics are located near the Wenonah neighborhood of Minneapolis, including North Memorial Health and M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center. Bus lines are a convenient way to get around the neighborhood.

Wenonah residents go to nearby cities for healthcare at M Health Fairview University of MN.
Wenonah residents go to nearby cities for healthcare at M Health Fairview University of MN.
North Memorial Health is one of many clinics in the Wenonah neighborhood.
North Memorial Health is one of many clinics in the Wenonah neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain

10 min drive

Bus

58th St E & 28th Ave S

Bus

28th Ave S & 56th St E

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58th St E & Sander Dr

Bus

34th Ave S & 58th St E

Bus

58th St E & 31st Ave S

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34th Ave S & 55th St E

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28th Ave S & 57th St E

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Wenonah US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$335,000
Median Single Family Price
$332,750
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$245
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
61
Months of Supply
1.00
Median List Price
$332,750
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,330
Median Year Built
1948
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,165
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

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  • Thursday, May 1
    4 - 6pm

    5415 25th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55417

    $359,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,479 Sq Ft
    • 5415 25th Ave S
    • New 1 day ago

    Located just blocks from beautiful Lake Nokomis, this home offers significant updates and improvements throughout. The family room addition features windows on three sides, flooding the space with natural light. The beautifully updated kitchen showcases stainless steel appliances and opens seamlessly to the family room, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. Major updates include a new roof

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
4,145
Median Age
38
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$90,764
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,823

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
84.5%
College Graduates
46.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.8%
% Population in Labor Force
82.1%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
9°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
60''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

26 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

35 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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