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The best perks of Minneapolis all within a few miles
Widely considered one of the best Minnesota suburbs, the buzzy, forward-thinking city of St. Louis Park is home to nearly 50,000 residents. Aquila is one of the city's 35 distinct and diverse neighborhoods in the southwest corner of the community, with over 3,000 residents spread out over 23 residential blocks. "People want to live here because of proximity to the Chain of Lakes and Minneapolis," says Realtor Susan Melbye of Edina Realty. "There's a great system of bike trails so people can ride all around the neighborhood and even to downtown." Well-performing schools and access to in-town shopping only add to the draw of Aquila, which is evident in the limited supply of the neighborhood's homes.
Lake Harriet is a popular place to get outside year round near the Aquila neighborhood.
Bikers enjoying the Texa-Tonka Park shared paths on a warm day.
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The Shoppes at Knollwood provide everyday needs
Though the top half of the neighborhood is heavily residential, Aquila is home to The Shoppes at Knollwood, one of the shopping centers that attract locals from the greater St. Louis Park area. The mall has many retailers – Kohl's, TJ Maxx Homegoods and Old Navy are among the stores. National food chains like Applebee's, Panera Bread and Caribou Coffee are also around the plaza. Across the creek, locals can stock up on groceries at Target or Aldi. Wok in the Park is a vibrant eatery specializing in Asian favorites and gluten-free options. Modern and airy, the vibe inside is cultivated with beautiful floral wall art and Asian lanterns. Angel Food Bakery & Coffee Bar is a sugary sweet standout known for serving up fancy donuts and top-notch baked goods in a light-filled location with walls of windows.
The Shoppes at Knollwood offer a number of retail options for residents and visitors.
Knollwood Mall is host to several big box retailers in the Aquila neighborhood.
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Firework shows at the in-town park
Aquila has access to the best outdoor recreation in the region. "Cedar Lake, Lake of the Isles and Bde Maka Ska are three of the city's most popular recreational lakes, and they're all nearby," says Realtor Gary Metchnek with Edina Realty. However, there are amenities closer to home in multiple nearby community parks. Aquila Park is one of the city's premiere gathering places in the summer. "One of the best fireworks shows in the Twin Cities is done here at Aquila Park," Metchnek says. "Many people come from far away to watch it." The park also offers baseball and softball diamonds, tennis courts, basketball courts and a playground for young residents. For a scenic walk, Oak Hill Park in the neighboring town has walking trails that lead through wooded areas and surround soccer fields and a small pond.
Limited inventory for first-time homebuyers
The real estate market in St. Louis Park is always hot, with a wide variety of homes suitable to most budgets. "It's traditionally a first-time homebuyer capital," Melbye says. "But people want to buy their second homes here too because people outgrow the 1940s rambler and still want to stick around for the schools." With under 1,000 homes, about half of which are single-family homes, Aquila has limited inventory. A few condos and multi-unit dwellings sell for under $250,000, but single-family houses make up the gridded residential streets of Aquila. They have small yards lined by trees and range from $300,000 to $450,000, with a few outliers on either end. Driveways lead to detached garages for many of the ranches and bungalows, and residents can enjoy a stroll under the tall trees shading the well-maintained sidewalks.
Many of the ranch style homes in the Aquila neighborhood can be found with an attached garage.
Bungalows are popular in the Aquila neighborhood.
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An extensive list of afterschool clubs and sports
Kids can start their education at the B-rated Aquila Elementary School. St. Louis Park Middle School is also rated a B and provides a wide variety of clubs and activities to keep kids engaged – quiz bowl, spelling bee, jazz band, math team and the synchronized swimming club are just a few. One of the best public high schools in the state, A-minus-rated St. Louis Park High School, focuses on career readiness to help kids plan for their futures. "I think my girls are as smart as they are because of the schools they went to," Melbye says.
Aquila Elementary School serves St. Louis Park students in grades K-5.
Overview of St. Louis Park Middle School
St. Louis Park High School has 1,497 students in grades 9-12.
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A short drive from everywhere
Residents can reach the entertainment of downtown Minneapolis in about 15 minutes, depending on traffic. Commuters can take one of the highways bordering Aquila or hop on a bus running along Texas Ave or West 36th Street. The Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is 20 miles away, while the nearest hospital, Methodist Hospital, is under 3 miles southeast. Major shopping malls and a plethora of golf courses surround Aquila for additional shopping and recreation.
The Aquila neighborhood is just a short drive to downtown Minneapolis.
Aquila neighborhood is nestled in the heart of St. Louis Park, MN.
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Parks in this Area
Oak Hill Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
Rainbow Park
Trails
Playground
Texa-Tonka Park
Aquila Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Sunset Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
25 min drive
Bus
Texas Ave S & 33rd St W
Bus
Boone Ave & 36th St W
Bus
Texas Ave S & 35th St W
Bus
36th St W & Virginia Ave & Wyoming Ave
Bus
Aquila Ave S & 37th St W
Bus
Texas Ave S & 34th St W
Bus
Texas Ave S & 32nd St W
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Aquila
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Aquila Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Aquila, Saint Louis Park sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Aquila, Saint Louis Park over the last 12 months is $299,900.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,206
Median Age
39
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,787
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,506
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.2%
College Graduates
48%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.1%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
7°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
59''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
74/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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