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Oak Park Heights is small city with close community near Stillwater
Less than 5,000 people live in Oak Park Heights, a small city in the Saint Croix Valley. Homes here are generally less expensive than in Stillwater, but are still close enough to the neighboring city’s charming downtown. Within Oak Park Heights itself, you can find local parks, community events and highly rated schools. Highway 36 is lined with shops and restaurants, and makes it easy to reach the Twin Cities.
The Minnesota Correctional Facility is a major employer.
There are over 4,700 residents in Oak Park Heights, MN.
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Ranch-style homes cost less than in Stillwater
While Stillwater is known for its historic architecture, Oak Park Heights has more mid-20th-century ranch-style homes and split-levels. You can also find New Traditional styles, as well as some townhouses and condos. The median single-family price is lower than in Stillwater and Bayport, and over half of the residents rent. “It’s relatively affordable,” says Jason Teply, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Burnett. “You don’t have the expense of downtown Stillwater, even though it’s right next door.” Prices typically range from the mid-$200,000s to the mid-$700,000s, while townhouses and condos can cost between the low $200,000s and the mid-$400,000s.
Ranch-style homes are a common style of home in Oak Park Heights.
There is some newer construction in the area.
There are split-level and ranch-style houses.
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Disc golf at Brekke Park and other parks offer outdoor fun
One of the perks of Oak Park Heights is its many parks. You can:
Play disc golf or baseball at Brekke Park
Ride the mountain bike trails at Valley View Park
Visit the playground at Autumn Hills Park
Go ice-skating during the winter at Cover Park
Meet friends for a round of tennis at Swager Park
The Saint Croix River runs along the city, which you can access from the water launch under the Saint Croix Crossing Bridge. People can also park at the Stillwater Overlook, which Kelly Nygaard, president of Discover Stillwater, says, “has great views of the river valley.”
You can stop by for a game of disc golf at Brekke Park in Oak Park Heights.
There are a lot of sightings of wildlife throughout Valley View Park.
Families enjoy the playground at Oak Park Crossing.
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Autumn Hills Park hosts summer events like Art in the Park
Families gather at Autum Hills Park every summer for Art in the Park, a free event series on Tuesday mornings from June through August. Every week has something different, from themed crafts to magic shows. At the end of July, the park takes on a whimsical vibe for Fairies in the Park, an installation of fairy gardens, elf homes and other magical miniatures designed by locals.
Students can attend highly rated Stillwater schools
Oak Park Heights is part of the Stillwater Area Public School District, which earns an A-minus from Niche. Students can attend the B-plus-rated Stillwater Area High School, where students can earn up to 60 college credits or earn an associate’s degree before graduation.
Andersen Elementary School is the only school within Bayport’s borders.
Oak-Land Middle School is a public school located in Lake Elmo, MN.
Stillwater High School is ranked among the best high schools in Payne County.
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Major roads it easy to reach the Twin Cities
Part of Oak Park Heights’ appeal is its proximity to Stillwater. “It is literally one road away,” Nygaard says. “So, your average consumer goes back and forth and doesn’t even realize that they’ve traversed between the two communities.” Highway 36 and the Saint Croix Scenic Byway go through the city, making it well-connected to the Twin Cities and Stillwater. It’s about a 20-mile (30-minute) drive to downtown Saint Paul and a 25-mile (40-minute) drive to downtown Minneapolis. Public transportation is somewhat limited, but Metro Transit buses do stop in Oak Park Heights.
The Minnesota Correctional Facility is based in the city and is one of Oak Park Heights’ main employers. Many residents also commute into the Twin Cities for work.
There is public transportation provided for seniors living in the Stillwater area.
Highway 36 cuts through the city.
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Stores, local favorites and chain restaurants along Highway 36
Shops and restaurants line Highway 36. “There are several familiar favorites for restaurants and stores,” Nygaard says. There are more than fast-food chains and big-box stores, with community staples like Fiesta Mexican Grill. Phil’s Tara Hideaway offers a more high-end experience with a Greek-inspired menu. During the summer, people enjoy their dinners on the outdoor patio. You can find even more local options in downtown Stillwater.
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On average, homes in Oak Park Heights, MN sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Oak Park Heights, MN over the last 12 months is $297,500, up 25% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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