Kutzky Park
Century-old homes shaded by trees
Although many of the homes in Kutzky Park date back to a similar era, around the 1920s and ‘30s, no two look quite the same. “It’s a very, very unique mix of homes,” says Atwood. There are Cape Cods, bungalows and Tudor-inspired cottages with front-facing chimneys and steep, storybook-esque gables. Mature trees shade the sidewalks and shed their colorful leaves come fall, and garages sit at the end of long shared driveways. Sale prices in Kutzky Park range from around $250,000 to $450,000. While homes and condo units in the Community Land Trust, often sell for under $200,000. Lots are relatively compact, often spanning less than 7,000 square feet, so there’s enough room for decorative shrubs, but kids will need to take games of tag to neighborhood parks.
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A namesake park, walking trails and lakefront beaches
In Kutzky Park and Kutzky Park East, visitors will find paved walking trails, tennis courts and baseball diamonds. Cook Park is also a go-to for outdoor recreation options. There are horseshoes and public restrooms on site, and families gather for weekend picnics under the pavilion. Less than 2 miles away, fishermen can head to the docks beside Cascade Lake, and beach-goers lay towels out on the sand before wading into the designated swim area. The playground here incorporates natural elements — climbable tree stumps, logs and wood chips for soft landings — and local organizations can rent out structures like the Canfield Amphitheater and the Cascade Lakeside Building. Some committed wintertime walkers invest in ice cleats for better traction on the lakefront trails. Nearby, find the Rochester Golf and Country Club, where members enjoy access to an 18-hole course, an outdoor swimming pool and Chef’s Table events.A famous coconut cake and foraged ingredients
Diners are likely to spot their Mayo Clinic colleagues inside Canadian Honker, a restaurant located across from the hospital on 2nd Street and a known neighborhood staple since 1984. Order hearty American breakfasts like stuffed French toast or hearty oatmeal, or pick up Bunnies Coconut Cake to-go. The dessert usually makes an appearance at neighborhood birthday parties and family reunions. Down the street at Red Cow, burger toppings include everything from peanut butter to apricot jam, while Mac N Cheese is topped with crispy parmesan. Pick up groceries at Fresh Thyme Market, found next to Don Panchos Bakery in the Miracle Mile shopping center, or shop for weekly ingredients at Hy-Vee in Barlow Plaza. Brews are made onsite at Forager, where dishes are flavored with foraged Minnesota herbs. There’s an eclectic mix of chocolate shops, cafes and boutiques surrounding the Peace Fountain sculpture in downtown Rochester.
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Summertime markets, fairs and arthouse cinema
On Saturday mornings between May and October, vendors arrange freshly baked breads, cheeses and flower bouquets under tents in Graham Park for the Rochester Farmers Market. Also during the summer, pick up street food, stop by a face painting booth and listen to live music at “Thursdays Downtown,” a weekly festival near Peace Plaza. Locals look forward to the carnival rides, barn exhibits and funnel cakes at the Olmsted County Fair in July. Pop’s Art Theater screens indie releases on 6th Avenue, and the Kutzky Park Neighborhood Association plans annual potlucks and park clean-ups. Community members can voice their questions and concerns at monthly Tuesday night meetings.
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Practical Nursing and Information Technology pathways through Rochester Public Schools
Kutzky Park students can enroll in the Rochester Public School District, where elementary options include Elton Hills to the north and Folwell to the south. The schools received a B-minus and an A-minus respectively, from educational review site Niche. After 5th Grade, options include John Adams Middle and Willow Creek Middle, both of which received C-plus grades, and high schoolers attend the B-rated John Marshall Senior High or the A-minus-rated Mayor Senior High. Through the P-TECH 535 program, students are able to receive their high school and associate’s degrees at the same time. Pathways include practical nursing — where teens gain onsite experience via a partnership with the Mayo Clinic — and information technology, through which they can build connections at IBM. Rochester Public Schools also have a free summer meal program for kids under 18, and adults can stop by designated locations for breakfasts and lunches at reduced prices.
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A mile walk downtown, the Twin Cities in an hour and a half
Downtown Rochester is less than a mile — about 20 minutes on foot — from Kutzky Park, and public buses stop regularly along 2nd Street. Transit schedules are more limited on the weekends. “It’s so easy to get everywhere from [the neighborhood],” says Atwood, also noting that “any time of day the traffic moves pretty fast.” There’s plenty of street parking in the Kutzky Park neighborhood, although permits are required. Residents keep an eye out for restrictions during the snowy season to make room for plows and emergency evacuation routes. About 10 miles — or 15 minutes — away from the neighborhood is Rochester International Airport, and American and Delta Airlines fly direct to Chicago and Minneapolis. It takes about an hour and a half to travel to the Twin Cities via car.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kristina Wheeler
Kristina Wheeler
Keller Williams Premier Realty
(612) 445-2996
222 Total Sales
2 in Kutzky Park
$324K - $347K Price Range
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Andrew Atwood
Andrew Atwood
Century 21 Atwood Rochester
(507) 575-4459
172 Total Sales
4 in Kutzky Park
$300K - $395K Price Range
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Christopher Hus
Christopher Hus
Responds QuicklyRe/Max Results
(507) 486-4626
241 Total Sales
3 in Kutzky Park
$374K - $405K Price Range
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Amy Lantz
Amy Lantz
Amy'sFire Realty, LLC.
(507) 516-3256
81 Total Sales
3 in Kutzky Park
$245K - $410K Price Range
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Brian Poch
Brian Poch
Responds QuicklyInfinity Real Estate
(507) 512-5934
50 Total Sales
1 in Kutzky Park
$297,000 Price
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Shawn Buryska
Shawn Buryska
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(507) 944-7183
539 Total Sales
6 in Kutzky Park
$273K - $525K Price Range
Schools
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- 8th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Kutzky Park
United Way of Olmsted County
Cook Park
Cascade Lake Park
Transit
Kutzky Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kutzky Park, Rochester sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Kutzky Park, Rochester over the last 12 months is $1,785,000, up 1284% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,325,000
Median Sale Price
$1,785,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$599,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$2,245,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1,284%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$1,254
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
344
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1928
Months of Supply
3.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,010
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,334
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,275
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,122
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 31 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,320 - $2,375 per month
- Avani Living
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 530+ Sq Ft
- 1610 Center St W
- Rochester, MN
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$1,325 - $1,850 per month
- Nicholas Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 499+ Sq Ft
- 722 W Center St
- Rochester, MN
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$1,545 - $2,125 per month
- The Park in Kutzky Neighborhood
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 555+ Sq Ft
- 408 8 1 2 Ave NW
- Rochester, MN
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,017
Median Age
35
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,645
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,736
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.5%
College Graduates
43.5%
Advanced Degrees
24.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
80%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
8°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
82
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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