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Known for wooded lots, Sherwood Forest has convenient access to modern comforts
Just off Interstate 394 in northern Minnetonka, Sherwood Forest is a suburban community known for its natural beauty. "It's a heavily wooded area that has beautiful winding roads, and the lots are fairly spacious," says Cassie Frick, a Realtor with Edina Realty. "It's also less than a mile from Ridgedale Center, a major shopping mall." Privacy and modern homes make the area popular with retirees. At the same time, families are drawn to the neighborhood for its access to high-ranking public schools.
The Sherwood Forest neighborhood features homes averaging 1,000 square feet larger than national standards on spacious half-acre lots shaded by mature evergreen and maple trees.
The Sherwood Forest area offers diverse housing from affordable townhouses to luxury estates, all surrounded by mature trees that provide natural privacy and scenic beauty.
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A variety of housing options available, from midcentury to modern
True to its name, Sherwood Forest is dense with foliage. Mature evergreen and maple trees shade the streets and driveways, adding a woodsy atmosphere. On average, homes in the area are 1,000 square feet larger than the national average, and lots tend to be half an acre or more. Loops and cul-de-sacs are typical, and over a dozen ponds and small lakes dot the landscape, giving many homes waterfront views. Townhouses are priced from the low $200,000s for modest two-bedroom models to the low $700,000s for large spaces with vaulted ceilings and finished basements. Midcentury-inspired ranch-style and two-story traditional homes with brick exteriors run from the low $600,000s to the low $800,000s. Sprawling modern estates with amenities like home gyms and screened porches start in the mid-$900,000s and reach as high as $3 million.
Condominiums in Sherwood Forest range from modest $200,000 two-bedroom units to luxurious $700,000 spaces with vaulted ceilings and finished basements in this wooded setting.
Sherwood Forest showcases midcentury-inspired ranch and traditional two-story homes with brick exteriors, priced from the low $600,000s to low $800,000s on tree-covered lots.
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Home of a major shopping center
The Ridgedale Shopping Center is in the neighborhood's northwest corner, featuring many retail options like Macy's, Victoria's Secret and Nordstrom. The area also has franchise restaurants and big-box stores like Target, Whole Foods and Trader Joe's. Bacio offers a fine dining experience with a Tuscan-inspired atmosphere and a considerable wine menu. Ham's Sandwich Shop puts a gourmet spin on classic deli sandwiches like the Cubano, club and meatball sub.
Hams Sandwich Shop is a lunch spot for professionals working around the area and offers a large array of sandwiches to-go.
Minnetonka residents can shop, dine, and relax at Ridgedale Mall.
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Hopkins Senior High School has been recognized for excellence
Young students begin at L.H. Tanglen Elementary School, which has a B-minus from Niche, before attending Hopkins North High School, which has a B. Hopkins Senior High School has an A-minus and has appeared in U.S. News & World Report as one of the top high schools in the nation.
Hopkins Senior High School teaches students in the Hopkins Public School District in Minnetonka.
L.H. Elementary school provides residents an enrollment from Pre-K - 6th grade.
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Natural beauty can be found at Hilloway Park and Crane Lake
Hilloway Park is a 28-acre nature preserve. Nature lovers can walk through this green space on a half-mile trail, taking in native spruce, aspen and oak trees. Mayflower Park's playground and half basketball court attract families, while amateur athletes visit Big Willow Park for its baseball fields and soccer pitch. The Ridgedale YMCA has a fitness center and indoor pool, and Crane Lake is a hub for anglers.
Step into the beauty of Hilloway Park's old growth pine forest.
Big Willow Park is a sports haven for athletes.
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Musical events are every year with Tonka Swings and Summer Fest
Minnetonka High School's jazz bands invite locals to the Oak Ridge Country Club yearly for Tonka Swings. This night of live music and dancing is a community tradition, where guests dance to raise money for the Minnetonka Band program. The city's annual Summer Fest is a day of family friendly performances, rides and food, culminating in a fireworks display. More competitive Minnetonkans can register for the fest's Pickleball Tournament.
A straight shot to Minneapolis via I-394
Interstate 394 runs along the neighborhood's northern border, providing a direct route to Minneapolis, around 10 miles east. St. Paul is just over 20 miles east. Metro Transit has a public bus line that stops at Hopkins Crossroad.
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Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
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Ridgedale Dr & Hennepin Service Center
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Hopkins Xroad - Co Rd 73 & Timberline Rd
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Hopkins Crossroad & Oak Knoll Terrace S
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Ridgedale Dr & Ymca Lane
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Hopkins Xroad - Co 73 & Cedar Hills Dr
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Plymouth Rd & Cartway Lane
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Hopkins Xroad - Co Rd 73 & Fetterly Rd
Sherwood Forest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sherwood Forest, Minnetonka sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Sherwood Forest, Minnetonka over the last 12 months is $803,000, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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