Gently rolling hills, trees and lakes give Sparrow a rustic atmosphere
Tucked between State Highway 101 and the greenery of southern Deephaven, Sparrow is a quiet, woodsy community on the western boundary of Minnetonka. Large homes, natural beauty, highly-ranked public schools and convenient shopping make this a prized Minnetonka neighborhood. "It's delightful out there—there are a lot of older, pretty houses," says Cassie Frick, a Realtor with Edina Realty. "The homes are on really beautiful, deeply wooded lots." A handful of small lakes and ponds complete the rustic atmosphere.
A wide range of homes from midcentury to 21st century neo-traditional
Roads wind lazily through gentle hills covered in mature oaks and tufts of foliage. Dense clusters of trees often surround houses on three sides, giving them a cabin-like quality. The average number of lots is around half an acre, offering privacy and large backyards. The average square footage of homes is over 2,300, hundreds higher than the national average. The median home price is in the high $700,000s, roughly double the national median price. Townhouses are popular, with their median price generally landing in the mid-$400,000s. Midcentury ranch and split-level homes fall between the low $400,000s and mid-$600,000s, depending on size and location. Late 20th-century modern homes frequently have lakeside or hilltop views and are priced between the low $700,000s and the low $900,000s. The newest homes in the area often follow neo-traditional designs and range between $1 million and $2 million.
Minnetonka Senior High School is considered one of the state's top high schools by Niche
Students begin at Deephaven Elementary School before enrolling at Minnetonka East Middle School. Both schools have an A from Niche. Older students will enroll at A-plus-ranking Minnetonka Senior High School, which offers Chinese and Spanish language immersion, professional studies and rigorous college prep programs. In recognition of these and many other academic opportunities, Niche ranks Minnetonka Senior High as one of Minnesota's top five public high schools.
Convenient shopping, restaurants and services within the neighborhood
A series of extensive shopping centers fill Sparrow's southeastern corner, including strip malls, big-box stores and franchise restaurants. Cub and Target are convenient for groceries, while services like Planet Fitness and South Lake Pediatrics are also available. Ike's offers fine dining in a casual atmosphere, serving everything from crab cakes to gourmet burgers. Viet Hoa combines laid-back Chinese and Vietnamese favorites for dine-in, takeout and catering.
Hockey games and ice skating at Covington Park
Located on a foot trail in the neighborhood's center, Reich Park features playground equipment, a tennis court and a wide, grassy field for tag or soccer games. Further south, Covington Park has skating and hockey rinks with a warming house for comfortable breaks between matches. Covington also features a basketball court, a hard court for tennis and a picnic area. A five-minute drive northeast, Lake Minnetonka is one of the most popular spots in the Twin Cities for boating, fishing and holding celebrations.
Live music, carnival and dachshund racing at James J. Hill Days
The festival during James J. Hill Days is one of Minnetonka's most heavily attended celebrations. Held over three days, the festivities include a carnival, a parade and dachshund races with plenty of food and live music.
Bordered by State Highway 7 and County Road 101
Sparrow borders State Highway 7 to the south and County Road 101 to the east. Minneapolis is 13 miles east, and St. Paul is 22 miles east. The Metro Transit Bus serves the area, with several stops on County Road 101.
Important to know
The CAP Crime Index ranks Sparrow with a score of two out of 10, one of the safest a neighborhood can receive.
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Parks in this Area
Reich Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Transit
Airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
30 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sparrow
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sparrow, Minnetonka sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sparrow, Minnetonka over the last 12 months is $840,992, up 11% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$783,500
Median Single Family Price
$799,000
Median Townhouse Price
$480,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$261
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$783,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
445
Median Year Built
1972
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,352
Above the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,830
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
23,304
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
1,212
Median Age
46
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$146,832
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$188,776
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
61.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
6°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
80''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
18/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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