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Quiet residences a bike ride away from Mayo Clinic towers
Weather permitting, biking to work at the Mayo Clinic St. Mary’s Campus from Folwell Drive takes less than 10 minutes. “It’s an established neighborhood,” says Keller Williams Integrity Realty Realtor LeeAnn Martin, who’s accumulated over 25 years of experience in the industry, adding, “The vicinity to the Mayo Clinic and St. Mary’s is conducive to medical personnel trying to get to work quickly.” Founded in the late 19th Century, the hospital now employs over 40,000 people in Rochester; the majority of riders on the city’s public bus system are Mayo employees, and restaurants like Canadian Honker on 2nd Street serve sunnyside eggs to doctors on break and out-of-towners visiting for specialized medical treatments. Returning customers greet long-time employee Sam Wilschek by name: it’s “Minnesota Nice” at its height, and coffee mugs are refilled quickly next to generous slices of the “World Famous” coconut cake. Directly east of U.S. Highway 14, Downtown events like Social-ICE and Music on the Plaza are sponsored by the hospital. Still, in Folwell Drive, tree trunks and driveway basketball hoops offer a suburban escape from ambulance sirens and lab coats.
Folwell Drive offers stately homes on quiet streets, with lush greenery and suburban charm.
Folwell Drive neighborhood offers scenic views of greenery and charming residential streets.
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‘Family-oriented’ ranch-styles, split-levels and Colonials
According to Martin, Folwell Drive has “Larger homes, in general,” and many are “family-oriented” with upwards of three bedrooms on ¼ and ½-acre lots. There’s enough space for play structures, flower gardens and even makeshift ice rinks when temperatures dip below freezing. The majority of properties date back to the 1960s, ‘70s and ‘80s, and ranch-styles, split-levels and Colonial-inspired homes are dominant. There are also 2000s-era traditional homes with prominent gables. Prices range from around $400,000 to upwards of $500,000 for older houses, whereas newer properties typically fall between $600,000 and $900,000. Most have attached two-car garages that protect cars from Rochester snow. The city gets close to 50 inches every year, and local kids are well-practiced in the art of snow fort, snowmen and snowball-making.
This classic Colonial-style home adds timeless charm to the Folwell Drive neighborhood.
Folwell Drive features ranch-style homes with welcoming landscapes and cozy curb appeal.
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Independent studies and community membership opportunities at Mayo High
Martin says Folwell Drive is also known for its proximity to top-rated schools like Folwell Elementary, which receives an A-minus from the educational review site, Niche. It’s within walking distance for some students along 6th Street, whereas the C-plus-rated Willow Creek Middle School is about 10 minutes from the neighborhood via car. Mayo High School, meanwhile, also has an A-minus grade from Niche, and there are nearly 15 Advanced Placement classes to choose from. Close to 90 classes count towards Honors Diplomas upon graduation. Some students also pursue independent studies and mentorships within the larger Rochester community, gaining career experience while also earning class credit.
Mayo Senior High School offers diverse programs and opportunities for academic growth.
Willow Creek Middle School provides a dynamic learning environment for growing young minds.
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Plummer House gardens, local playgrounds and Rochester Golf & Country Club amenities
The Rochester Parks & Recreation Department manages the Plummer House, a museum and event venue just outside the neighborhood. The mansion was built by Mayo Clinic co-founder Dr. Henry Stanley Plummer in the 1920s and today hosts weddings, graduations, anniversaries, holiday parties and staff retreats. “We also have an open house where people from the public can come in and take a self-guided tour,” adds Kelly Evans, Office Services Coordinator at the Parks & Recreation Department. In the springtime, she says the well-maintained grounds are popular for Mayo High School prom pictures, and “The fountains are running and everything is blooming and the foliage is bright,” in June and July. It’s her favorite time of year to explore the gardens. At the neighborhood’s southernmost border, find Baihly Heights Tot Lot, home to a small playground, and kids can also head to the taller climbing structures at Younge Park. Some will invest in memberships at the Rochester Golf & Country Club, founded around the same time as the Plummer House was built. Yearly fees grant access to an outdoor pool, upscale dining, a fitness center and a golf course designed by A.W. Tillinghast and restored in 2020.
Enjoy the nearby golf courses and peaceful landscapes surrounding Folwell Drive.
Scenic views from Folwell Drive highlight its proximity to Rochester’s vibrant urban core.
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2nd Street restaurants, Miracle Mile groceries and the Apache Mall
Along with Canadian Honker, a Rochester staple for the last four decades, other local favorites include Tinns Grilled Philly Steak Sub, which recently reopened along 2nd Street, and Red Cow, where the Breakfast Burger is smothered in peanut butter and topped with an egg over-easy. After work, sample everything from Nitro White Stouts to Hazy IPAs on Thesis Beer Project’s outdoor patio, and sign up for karaoke on Tuesday nights. Across the street, Beetle’s Bar and Grill is a family restaurant with live music every Saturday night. When it comes time for groceries, drive to the Fresh Thyme Market in the Miracle Mile Shopping Center. Or make a trip to the Apache Mall, which is bordered by a Trader Joe’s and Hy-Vee Grocery Store.
Folwell Drive offers easy access to parks, ideal for walks and enjoying the outdoors.
Folwell Drive's friendly vibe is reflected in its charming eateries and relaxed public spaces.
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Free concerts, Discovery Square and weekly farmers markets
In September, Cascade Lake Park hosts a free community celebration complete with live performances, visits from the Bookmobile — a traveling library truck — and food courtesy of local food stops like the Taco Lab and True Smoke BBQ. There are more events downtown, and, according to Evans, “The Discovery Square area, which is mainly part of the Mayo Clinic, is becoming a huge attraction, bringing in so many visitors.” She also points to events near Peace Plaza like Thursdays Downtown, a weekly outdoor market in June, July and August, and free performances — part of the “Music on the Plaza” series — between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. on weekdays during the summer. On Wednesday afternoons, shop for fresh-grown tomatoes and artisanal bread at the Discovery Walk Farmers Market or stroll through the Saturday Market near the Olmsted County Fairgrounds.
Folwell Drive’s proximity to key buildings like the Mayo Clinic ensures convenient city living.
Folwell Drive residents enjoy nearby dining and vibrant urban experiences just minutes away.
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85 miles of paved city trails
Public art and local flora line approximately 85 miles of paved trails throughout the city. Most recently, Rochester has invested millions of dollars in the Discovery Walk project, a pedestrian parkway intended to ease transit between Mayo Clinic campuses, Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial, Downtown universities and shopping centers. From Folwell Drive, it’s about a mile and a half to St. Mary’s and just over 2 miles to the Mayo Clinic’s Methodist Campus. Parking downtown can be difficult, and, whenever possible, hospital commuters will rely on the city’s public bus system, Mayo Clinic shuttles or even bicycles. The Rochester International Airport, a small facility that offers direct flights to Minneapolis/Saint Paul and Chicago, is about 10 miles south along U.S. Highway 63.
Folwell Drive's mix of shops and open spaces creates a balanced lifestyle for residents.
Folwell Drive offers stunning views of tree-filled landscapes and quiet residential streets.
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Parks in this Area
Cascade Lake Park
Younge Park
Transit
Airport
Rochester International
13 min drive
Folwell Drive Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Folwell Drive, Rochester sell after 91 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Folwell Drive, Rochester over the last 12 months is $230,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Wonderful & updated ranch style home with beautiful big private backyard with mature trees and deck. Walk to Downtown, Mayo Clinic Campus and Folwell School. Pre-inspected, Brick front, neutral decor, move in condition. Main Floor features: large foyer with wood floor, large living room with gas fireplace and wood floor, formal dining room with wood floor and 2 built-in corner cabinets, nice
Welcome to 2215 Hill Place SW, a beautifully maintained two-story home nestled on a prime corner lot in Rochester’s coveted Folwell Ridge neighborhood. Built in 2005 and thoughtfully enhanced with over $200,000 in upgrades across its current ownership, this residence offers approximately 3,900 SF of finished living space on a private, walkout 0.36-acre wooded lot just minutes from downtown
Spacious & Unique Split-Level in Prime Location! Welcome to this charming and distinctive 4-bedroom split-level home, offering a thoughtful layout and a warm, inviting atmosphere. The main level features the living room with painted ceiling beams and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. The efficient kitchen boasts Corian countertops and flows seamlessly into the dining
Charming ranch-style home offering one-level convenience in the sought-after Folwell neighborhood! Built in 1964, this spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath residence spans 2072 finished square feet on a private, wooded lot. Features include 2 fireplaces, hardwood floors throughout the main level, updated lower level, central air, epoxy garage floor and private backyard setting to enjoy meals or morning
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
749
Median Age
43
Population under 18
23.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$95,967
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$144,013
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.8%
College Graduates
71.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
8°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
29/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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