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Life is centered around the local green space in Wilson Park
As its name suggests, life in Wilson Park revolves around the 29-acre green space on the neighborhood’s west side. “You’ve a beautiful park along the Mississippi River and a pretty parkway up and down the road. It’s a great place to go for a walk,” says Chris Hauck, a sales associate with Coldwell Banker, who has been in the real estate industry for over 50 years. “There’s usually several events during the year at Wilson Park. It’s a nice community gathering place for families and people of all ages.” The park setting extends into the neighborhood, with mature trees and walking paths lining Riverside Drive. In the spring, houses hide behind bright green foliage along the neighborhood streets, adding a natural feel to the area. With a location across the river from downtown, locals can enjoy the peaceful setting while being just minutes away from shopping, dining and jobs.
Mature trees tower over the quiet streets of Wilson Park.
Modest homes with typical city lots can be found throughout Wilson Park.
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Early 1900s homes line the quiet streets of Wilson Park
Wilson Park is full of bungalows and Craftsman homes from the early to mid-20th century. Most were built in the 1940s and '50s and often have modern features like new roofs, kitchens and bathrooms. Other styles include cottages and ranch-style homes from the 1970s to the 2000s. Properties are usually close together but have spacious front and backyards. Detached garages are commonly accessible from alleys behind the homes. Prices in the neighborhood typically range between $120,000 and $275,000.
Classic ranch-style homes beautify the streets of Wilson Park.
Charming craftsman-style homes can be found in Wilson Park.
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Fishing, boating and picnicking are just some of the activities at local parks
Plenty of activities are available at Wilson Park, a large green space on the banks of the Mississippi River. This site has tennis and volleyball courts, a playground, picnic tables and a large pavilion available for private events. It’s also often used for fishing and has a boat ramp where visitors can put in kayaks. Spalt Park is another outdoor spot located between Second and Third avenues. This site, which has a wading pool, playground and picnic tables, receives its name from a sister city arrangement between St. Cloud and Spalt, Germany. South of the neighborhood, the sidewalk on Riverside Drive leads to a path by the river, with swinging benches and unobstructed views of the water.
Wilson Park has an expansive playground, greenspace, and dog park.
Spalt Park is a smaller neighborhood park in Wilson park offering shaded picnic tables and a playground.
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St. Cloud events bring Wilson Park neighbors together
City events bring neighbors together several times a year at Wilson Park. “The annual Fourth of July fireworks event has huge participation. It’s a great show,” says Hauck. The fireworks are launched from a barge in the middle of the river, and spectators can stake out a spot at Wilson Park to enjoy the display. The local YMCA hosts the Homegrown Festival and 5K in May, which includes a race, craft show and free concert. The neighborhood is also close to the Benton County Fair, which comes to town each July and August. Fair activities include carnival rides, live music, livestock shows and craft displays. The fairground has limited on-site parking, so many visitors park along the neighborhood streets.
Wilson Park has spectacular views of the Mississippi River where fireworks can be enjoyed every Fourth of July.
The Benton County Fairgrounds lie on the northern border of the Wilson Park neighborhood.
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Shops and restaurants of downtown St. Cloud are a short drive away
Wilson Park is just across the river from downtown, making it easy to get to nearby shops and restaurants. Craft beer and burgers are on tap at 7 West TapHouse, a casual pub with an industrial vibe. Shopping downtown includes comic book stores, boutiques and florists. At the intersection of St. Germain Street and Lincoln Avenue, Val’s Hamburgers is a St. Cloud staple serving burgers, fries and milkshakes. Groceries are available at the nearby Target or Coborn’s Grocery Store in Sauk Rapids. Manea’s Meats in Sauk Rapids has been serving the community since 1975 and offers a wide selection of specialty meats, cheeses and other foods.
Residents of Wilson Park can shop many unique shops like Books Revisited in downtown St. Cloud.
Wilson Park residents can head to Coborn's in downtown Sauk Rapids for their grocery needs.
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St. Cloud schools prepare students for college and career
Talahi Community School serves the area from prekindergarten through third grade, while Lincoln Elementary School teaches fourth and fifth grades. Niche gives each school a C rating. North Junior High School gets a C-plus, while Apollo High School receives a B-minus. The high school enrolls about 1,200 students and offers 19 Advanced Placement courses. Students can also take classes focusing on automotive, engineering and welding careers.
Lincoln Elementary School enrolls nearly 400 students in grades 3-5.
North Junior High School serves over 700 students in grades 6-8.
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Wilson Park offers plenty of options for driving or public transit
East St. Germain Street is south of the neighborhood and leads across the river, connecting to downtown and the rest of St. Cloud. Second Avenue is another main thoroughfare, leading north through the community to Sauk Rapids. The Metro Bus system has two routes in the area — Route 21 and Route 22 — offering public transit to downtown St. Cloud and Sauk Rapids. The St. Cloud Amtrak station is also nearby, making it easy to catch a train to St. Paul.
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Wilson Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wilson Park, Saint Cloud sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Wilson Park, Saint Cloud over the last 12 months is $201,620, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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