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Westwood Parkway sits between St. Cloud and Waite Park
Though Westwood Parkway is an established St. Cloud community, residents spend ample time shopping, dining and commuting into the adjacent city of Waite Park. “On one street, you’re in St. Cloud, and on another, you’re in Waite Park,” explains Mary Ellen Richter, a local broker with Kerber Castle Realty Group. “As a lifelong resident of St. Cloud, sometimes I don’t even know which city I’m in. I don’t think many of us do!” Luxury apartments constructed in the early 2000s mark the entrance to Westwood Parkway’s residential streets. While technically located in St. Cloud, the neighborhood is at the far west end of the city, 5 miles from downtown and closer to stone quarries and commercial industries along Waite Park’s legacy railroad corridors and oft-congested highways.
The Westwood Parkway neighborhood is a well planned suburban community close to amenities.
Westwood Parkway is a great development in Waite Park which is adjacent to Saint Cloud.
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Homes & townhomes include ample garage space
Westwood Parkway’s single-family snout homes were mainly constructed in the early 2000s. Aptly named for their protruding garages, these snout homes swing between brick and shingle variants, priced between $190,000 and $350,000, below average for St. Cloud. Townhomes with similar architecture include their own two-car garages and short, paved driveways, ranging in price from $170,000 to $200,000. Without tree cover, their sidewalks and uniformly square lawns receive direct sunlight throughout the year—Something most residents don’t seem to mind. “My grandma has lived in that area since I was born, so I grew up walking through the neighborhood,” says Priccilla Carpenter, a local Realtor with Premier Real Estate Services. “You’ll see people walking their dogs, kids heading to the parks, and you can still see wildlife since there’s not a lot of inner city traffic.”
A row of townhomes offers easier living in the Westwood Parkway neighborhood.
Many detached homes in the Westwood Parkway neighborhood are singe-story with neat lawns.
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St. Cloud Public Schools are geared toward enrichment
Families of Westwood Parkway attend the St. Cloud Public School District, beginning at Westwood Elementary. With a B on Niche, Westwood encourages talent development and enrichment through extracurricular programs in robotics, mathematics and even vocabulary. North Junior High School continues honing these skills through Accelerated Math and Advanced Language Arts courses. With a C-plus on Niche, the school even provides a dual language immersion program to adequately prepare international students for attendance at Apollo Senior High School. As one of two secondary schools in the district, Apollo offers 19 Advanced Placement courses alongside dual enrollment and career prep programs to promote success post-graduation. Apollo Senior High School earns a B-minus on Niche, scoring highest in diversity, teaching and college prep.
Students at North Junior High School in St. Cloud are part of a safe and caring culture.
Apollo Senior High School in St. Cloud has a great variety of sports and arts activities.
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Commuters in Westwood Parkway are car-dependent
Commuters in Westwood Parkway are primarily car-dependent, reflected by the area’s many front-facing garages. “Even though I’ve never taken the bus myself, the lines are sometimes important for tenants living in the apartments,” Carpenter says, referring to the St. Cloud Metro Bus stops surrounding nearby apartment buildings. Drivers and riders alike can head 2 miles east to St. Cloud VA Medical Center, one of the city’s largest employers and the nearest emergency room. Those commuting to the Twin Cities can expect a 71-mile drive southeast on Interstate 94. Though St. Cloud Regional Airport sits 11 miles east, the facility mainly caters to charter and seasonal commercial flights. Most out-of-state travelers instead fly from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, 81 miles southeast.
Taking the backroads to Division Street
Division Street’s array of shopping and dining options sits about 3 miles south of Westwood Parkway, but Carpenter recommends taking alternative routes to reach it. “Division is one of the busiest streets in St. Cloud,” she says. “It’s pretty easy to shoot right over and jump in. But over the years it’s seemed more like you’re jumping into traffic. If you know the St. Cloud area, you’re taking the backroads.” Big-name retail hubs like Home Depot and Best Buy surround grocery stores like Fresh Thyme Market and Cash Wise Foods. National chains like Target and JCPenney anchor the Crossroads Center shopping mall at the intersection of Division and Route 15. Interspersed is a laundry list of chain eateries from Culver’s to Chick-fil-A, but many opt for the area’s locally-owned haunts, including Park Diner. Retro, stainless steel doors mark the entrance to this classic 50s-themed café, serving everything from flapjack stacks to crinkle-cut fries. Closer to home, Anton’s Restaurant is a family-owned steakhouse on the Sauk River with a log-cabin ambiance overlooking the water.
The shopping area at Division Road, close to Westwood Parkway, has many options.
Groceries are conveniently found at the Cash Wise supermarket near Westwood Parkway.
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Local hockey & baseball teams compete at the MAC
Rivers Edge Park borders the Sauk River about 2 miles south of Westwood Parkway, home to the Lake Wobegon Trail Head. Stretching 65 miles from Waite Park to Osakis, a small lakeside village, the trail is popular for cycling and offers 10 feet on either side for riders to turn back at any time. Additionally, Rivers Edge features ball fields, batting cages, a disc golf couse, pickleball courts and a splash pad for the little ones. The park’s hockey and skating rinks accompany a seasonal warming house in the winter. Just north, St. Cloud’s Municipal Athletic Complex is colloquially nicknamed “the MAC.” Local hockey and baseball teams host playoff games and tournaments at the complex, while nearby golfers flock to the public, 9-hole golf course next door. “Westwood Parkway is really close to the quarries, too,” Richter says, referring to the 683-acre Quarry Park and Nature Preserve 5 miles south. “People can swim and hike, and there’s cross-country skiing in the winter.” Woodlands, wetlands and unquarried bedrock each offer unique views from the park’s many paths.
A Zamboni preparing the ice is a way skaters tell time in the Westwood Parkway neighborhood.
The municipal Athletic Complex near Westwood Parkway is home to two ice skating rinks.
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Wednesday night concerts at Lake George Park
Lake George Park sits 5 miles east of Westwood Parkway in the heart of St. Cloud. The park is a well-loved gathering space for the city’s annual festivities. “Every Wednesday in the summer, they throw this massive event with free concerts, and there’s always a bunch of food trucks,” Carpenter says. The festival, Summertime by George, is hosted by the Rotary Club of St. Cloud. From June through August, residents from across the city flock to the park to browse local vendors and artisans. “Families go, everyone goes; It’s always super busy.” The series overlaps with Granite City Days, a weekend-long festival in June celebrating St. Cloud’s local flavor. The celebration starts with St. Cloud State University’s Lemonade Concert and Art Fair, a well-known campus tradition featuring 150 art vendors of all ages. Guests can expect fishing tournaments, petting zoos, and a handful of performances by regional musicians on the days to follow.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Westwood Parkway
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Westwood Parkway Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westwood Parkway, Saint Cloud sell after 104 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Westwood Parkway, Saint Cloud over the last 12 months is $710,000.
Enjoy the charm of a quiet neighborhood with the convenience of being just minutes from shopping, dining, and everything St. Cloud has to offer. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath tri-level home has been thoughtfully updated and is move-in ready.Step inside to a spacious foyer that leads to an open kitchen and dining area with direct access to the backyard deck—perfect for morning coffee or summer
This beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and practicality. Enjoy the peace and quiet of having no backyard neighbors, allowing you to relax in your own private retreat. A sprinkler system makes lawn care effortless, so you can spend more time enjoying your surroundings. As you arrive, you'll appreciate the concrete driveway and sidewalk leading to a covered
Welcome to Westwood Parkway Estates!Experience upscale living at an affordable price. Your rent includes heat, water, sewer, and trash-making budgeting easier.Nestled in a peaceful Westside location, our community is conveniently situated on the bus line, with walking paths and parks just steps away. Enjoy nearby local restaurants and services, all within a short distance. Our newly
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,380
Median Age
39
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,661
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$89,467
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
39.2%
Advanced Degrees
13.2%
% Population in Labor Force
76.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
29''
Average Winter Low Temperature
3°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
64''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
33/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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