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Glendale

Glendale

Neighborhood in Rochester, Minnesota

Olmsted County 55906

$430,426 Average Value
$169 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Neighborhood bars and family parks border single-family homes

On game day, locals pack into Whistle Binkies Olde World Pub, to cheer on the Minnesota Vikings, beer in hand. While decades-old trees shade playground slides and benches dot Glendale Hills Park, just a short walk away. Glendale, which shares its name with the park at its southern border, is an established neighborhood approximately 3 miles from Downtown Rochester. Primarily coveted for its convenient location--it's ideal for Mayo Clinic employees who work at the hospital’s Methodist and St. Mary’s Campuses--the community also features1990s-era single-family homes and sidewalk-lined streets. “The entire town is built on the Mayo Clinic,” explains RE/MAX Results Realtor Dane White, adding, “You can’t throw a stone and not find someone who works there. It’s the largest employer in the city, from janitorial staff to software developers to doctors, nurses and researchers.” In the morning, it takes about 10 minutes to drive down Broadway and over Silver Lake to reach the hospital’s interconnected network of pedestrian subways and skyways, and residents can look forward to the hospital's long list of free sponsored events, like: Social-ICE in the winter, Thursdays Downtown in the summer and the Riverside Music Series by the lake. Despite its proximity to downtown, Glendale remains a quiet suburban escape year-round, removed from the growing network of extended-stay hotels and hospital towers that have come to define Med City, USA.
Grab your bestie and catch the game at Tavern 22 near the Glendale neighborhood.
Grab your bestie and catch the game at Tavern 22 near the Glendale neighborhood.
Glendale Hills Park is a neighborhood park located in Rochester, MN.
Glendale Hills Park is a neighborhood park located in Rochester, MN.
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Manufactured homes, modest ranch-style houses and spacious New Traditionals

The vast majority of houses in Glendale were built in the 1990s and early 2000s.“There’s a good mix of styles, and also a manufactured home court,” says Andrew Atwoord, a Realtor with Century 21, adding, “You’ll find split-level homes and twin homes that are pretty large.” In the western half of the neighborhood, Rocky Creek Estates manufactured homes can sell for between $70,000 and around $85,000 depending on the number of bedrooms. Here American flags and potted plants decorate narrow front stoops and cars park uncovered in shared driveways. On numbered streets like 30th and 31st, single-family ranch-style houses and modest split-levels on compact lots—often less than a quarter-acre—hover between $200,000s and $300,000. Farther east, larger, New Traditional homes with attached two-car garages and spacious backyards range in price from around $350,000 to upwards of $650,000.
Well kept lawns and hedges are the norm for the Glendale neighborhood.
Well kept lawns and hedges are the norm for the Glendale neighborhood.
Traditional two story homes are very common in the Glendale neighborhood.
Traditional two story homes are very common in the Glendale neighborhood.
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Park playgrounds, fields and protected natural areas

In Glendale Hills Park, which borders the neighborhood to the south, a central playground is surrounded by picnic tables. Across Northern Valley Drive, Northern Heights Park is larger, extending well over 60 acres. Along with a playground, it includes tennis courts, a baseball diamond, a seasonal skating rink and a trail system popular with mountain bikers and dog walkers. “Rochester is kinda blessed with a lot of park space and trails,” says Hus, adding, “There’re miles and miles of trails; it’s almost ridiculous. Walking, hiking, biking, e-scooters, whatever you can think of.” Quarry Hill Park and Nature Center is about 2 miles south. The protected natural area is home to a butterfly garden, sandstone caves and pathways for cross-country skiing. During the school year, it’s a popular field trip destination, and summertime means bug and salamander-hunting at day camps.

Department electives, CTECH options and diversity in Rochester Public Schools

Glendale students in pre-kindergarten through second grade can attend Churchill Elementary, which earns a B-plus on Niche, before moving on to the B-minus-rated Hoover Elementary for third, fourth and fifth grades. The next stop on the public-school pipeline is Kellogg Middle, which scores a B. Century High, which is rated with a B-plus, has an agriculture department with diverse electives like floral design; classes on digital media in the English department; and CTECH options in fields like culinary management or construction. In part, because of the Mayo Clinic (which draws in employees from around the world) Rochester Public Schools are known for their diversity and kids speak a combined total of 80 different languages in their respective home.
Hoover Elementary School
Hoover Elementary School
Kellogg Middle School
Kellogg Middle School
Century Senior High School
Century Senior High School
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Downtown Rochester 10 minutes away

Traffic is rarely a concern in Rochester, according to Hus, especially when compared to more densely packed East Coast cities. “Out here, there’s so much space. We don’t have rush hour,” he says, adding, “There’s no stress.” From Glendale, it is about 3 miles—less than 10 minutes—into Downtown Rochester, the home base of the Mayo Clinic. Employees can use the hospital’s free shuttle service to travel between St. Mary’s and the Methodist Campus downtown. Med City’s small international airport is about 15 miles south along U.S. Highway 52, and residents can fly direct to larger airports in the Twin Cities or Chicago.
Highway 52 will bring commuters into both Rochester and Saint Paul.
Highway 52 will bring commuters into both Rochester and Saint Paul.
Glendale is served by Rochester Public Transit and offers routes to and from downtown.
Glendale is served by Rochester Public Transit and offers routes to and from downtown.
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Fan favorite rotisserie chickens and groceries at Hy-Vee

Along with Whistle Binkies Olde World Pub, where the menu includes traditional bar fare like onion rings, chicken tenders and nachos, Christopher Hus, also a Realtor with RE/MAX Results, recommends dining on the outdoor patio at Purple Goat. “It’s a fan favorite for its rotisserie chicken,” he says, but the menu also includes burgers with toppings like fried goat cheese and pickled beets. “Or you can always grab a good slice of pizza at BB’s,” he says. For groceries, locals can drive to the Hy-Vee on 37th Street, or browse big-box retailers like Target, The Home Depot and Best Buy just a few miles away in Northwest Rochester.
HyVee is where many Glendale residents do their weekly shop.
HyVee is where many Glendale residents do their weekly shop.
You can grab a beer and a burger with friends at the Purple Goat near Glendale.
You can grab a beer and a burger with friends at the Purple Goat near Glendale.
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Bowlcity, golf simulators at Chip Shots and Downtown Festivals

During Rochester’s cold winter season, when the city accumulates close to 50 inches of snow, locals turn to indoor recreation. Bowlcity Entertainment Center cranks on its disco lights for “Cosmic Bowling” on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and there’s also a laser tag arena and onsite sports bar. Chip Shots, which is attached to Purple Goat, has a golf simulator, indoor pickleball and cornhole leagues; Mondays are half-priced. Nearby, CMX Chateau shows the latest releases, and there are always more activities in Downtown Rochester. “There’s a part of the winter where people come out to Peace Plaza near the Mayo Clinic to check out the ice sculptures and ice bars,” says Hus, describing Social-ICE, typically scheduled in late February. Space heaters and marshmallow fires help combat the freezing weather. In Rochester, summertime is live music season, and locals look forward to weekly free concerts sponsored by the clinic.
Bowlocity is Glendale's neighborhood  entertainment center.
Bowlocity is Glendale's neighborhood entertainment center.
The sims at Chip Shots put you right in the action near the Glendale neighborhood.
The sims at Chip Shots put you right in the action near the Glendale neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Rochester International

21 min drive

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Glendale Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$409,500
Median Sale Price
$400,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$355,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$169

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
314
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1994
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,119
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,788
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,271
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Jun 15
    11am - 12:30pm

    1884 Alexander Rd NE, Rochester, MN 55906

    $539,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,321 Sq Ft
    • 1884 Alexander Rd NE
    • New 12 days ago

    Welcome to your next chapter in this stunning 2020-built stand-alone townhome! Nestled beside a city-owned, never-to-be-developed property, this home combines the tranquility of open space with the convenience of nearby urban amenities. This single-level loft design offers the perfect blend of comfort and style with impressive 9 and 10-foot ceilings that create an airy, spacious feel throughout.

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    Kristina Wheeler
    Keller Williams Premier Realty
    (507) 417-8971
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  • Sunday, Jun 15
    1:30 - 3:30pm

    1000 Rocky Creek Dr NE, Rochester, MN 55906

    $479,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,776 Sq Ft
    • 1000 Rocky Creek Dr NE

    Just updated throughout, new roof, new siding, new windows, all new interior paint, new flooring & much more. Move in condition, neutral decor. Ranch style home on nice lot with fenced backyard, patio & covered deck. Main floor features: foyer, living room with fireplace, separate dining room, eat-in kitchen with pantry, primary bedroom with walk-in closet & 3/4 bath, another bedroom and a 2-car

    Nita Khosla Edina Realty, Inc.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
926
Median Age
47
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.1%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$133,854
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$158,503

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
52.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
8°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
44''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

35 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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