Methodist Hospital brings buyers to this family-friendly neighborhood
Named the best regional hospital by the U.S. News & World Report for 2023-24, Methodist Hospital is the focal point of Brooklawns and the driving force behind the demand in its real estate market. Property in Brooklawns is about half industrial, 25% health care and less than 15% residential, so those who can grab one of the neighborhood’s sought-after single-family homes tend to act fast. Not only do these residents get to live close to work, they live close to parks, restaurants and downtown, and their children attend highly rated schools. These elements make the area well-suited to families; many stay for generations. “A lot of people who grow up in St. Louis Park find their way back as adults because of the community feel,” says Realtor Gary Metchnek, who’s sold in the Twin Cities for over 20 years.
Methodist Hospital is an award winning healthcare provider in the heart of Brooklawns.
Methodist Hospital in Brooklawns is a major employer in the area.
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Proximity to downtown and employers
Proximity to employers and other area resources is a driving factor bringing buyers to the Brooklawns market. “There’s a number of places to work there, like the hospital, and there’s quite a bit of commercial space in that area,” says Realtor Joel Friday, who’s sold in the Twin Cities for nearly 20 years. “It’s close to downtown and really close to the lakes in Minneapolis.” From Brooklawns, residents can get to downtown Minneapolis in less than 15 minutes and to the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport in under 30. Bus routes run along Excelsior Boulevard, connecting Brooklawns to the broader Twin Cities.
You can follow Excelsior Blvd from Brooklawns to Downtown Minneapolis.
The Minneapolis chain of lakes are just a short drive or bus ride from Brooklawns.
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A longstanding local bar and craft cocktails from neighborhood distilleries
Serving the Twin Cities since 1933, Bunny’s Bar & Grill is the neighborhood’s longtime hangout for locals to grab happy hour drinks and watch sports on weekends. For a more elevated experience, residents head to Copperwing Distillery or The Dampfwerk Distillery’s cocktail bars, both of which serve cocktails crafted with house-distilled spirits. Across Excelsior, the gluten-free bakery Hold The Wheat is where locals pick up a pastry in the morning or desserts for special occasions. The nearest grocery store is the Fresh Thyme Market, about a mile down Excelsior, and residents can do additional retail shopping at the nearby Target and Half Price Books. Brooklawns is also home to Solsta Spins, a locally owned record store.
Bunny's Bar & Grill is a neighborhood icon in Brooklawns.
Enjoy a cold beer on the patio at Bunny's Bar & Grill.
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Saturdays on the green
Just south of Brooklawns, Meadowbrook Park is an open green space along Meadowbrook Lake where residents go to catch a quiet moment in nature or enjoy sunsets in the evening. Its adjacent Meadowbrook Golf Club is a public course, allowing any resident to practice their swing. North of the neighborhood, families spend Saturdays at Louisiana Oaks Park, where kids play soccer games and fly kites on open fields. The park offers trails for walkers and joggers and a pond for those who’d like to feed the ducks. In the winter, an elaborate light display across the park attracts visitors from all over.
Meadowbrook Golf Course is one of the area's premiere courses near Brooklawns.
Meadowbrook Golf Course features 18 holes of gold over pristine fairways and greens.
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Midcentury housing in a fast-moving market
Brooklawns was developed as part of a postwar housing boom, so most of its residential properties were built in the 1940s and 1950s. Because of this, ranch-style homes and bungalows are common. Housing makes up less than 15% of real estate in Brooklawns, so the market is very limited. Homes here sell faster than the national average — after 26 days rather than 42 — so interested buyers should move quickly. “Almost everything that’s in decent shape and well-priced is going to get multiple offers – as a Realtor, there’s almost no place I’d rather list a property,” Metchnek says. Prices in Brooklawns start around $375,000 for a three-bedroom bungalow and get as high as $700,000 for a fully renovated four-bedroom home. Generally, buyers should expect to spend around $400,000 to $500,000.
The majority of homes in the Brooklawns neighborhood represent mid-20th century styles.
Well-maintained homes and lots are hallmarks of the Brooklawns neighborhood.
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Spanish immersion and career prep in the St. Louis Park Public School District
The St. Louis Park Public School District serves Brooklawns. Students in the neighborhood start at Susan Lindgren Elementary, which received a B-plus on the educational review site, Niche, before continuing to the B-rated St. Louis Park Middle School and graduating from the A-minus-rated St. Louis Park High School. The high school’s College and Career Readiness program now includes a Certified Nursing Assistant class that allows students to receive professional training for the healthcare field at no cost. Parents can also apply to send their children to Park Spanish Immersion Elementary, which received an A-minus on Niche.
Susan Lindgren Elementary School enrolls over 400 students in grades K-5.
St. Louis Park Middle School enrolls nearly 1,000 students in grades 6-8.
St. Loius Park High School enrolls nearly 1,500 students in grades 9-12.
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Celebrating summer and an annual art fair
Every year, St. Louis Park kicks off summer with the St. Louis Park Parktacular, a multi-day festival with events like a pool party, parade and concert in Wolfe Park. In September, the city gathers at the Recreation Outdoor Center for the SLP Art Fair, where local artists sell their work while patrons enjoy food trucks and live entertainment.
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Parks in this Area
Browndale Park
Justad Park
Creekside Park
Edgebrook Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Todd Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Transit
Airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
23 min drive
Bus
Excelsior Blvd & Brunswick Ave S
Bus
Excelsior Blvd & Alabama Ave S
Bus
Excelsior Blvd & Methodist Hospital
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
146
Median Year Built
1947
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,481
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
308
Median Age
42
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$120,088
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$170,762
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.1%
College Graduates
56.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
7°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
50''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
53/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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