Fern Hill
Outdoor activity abounds at local parks
Fern Hill’s location on the east side of St. Louis Park puts residents just a short drive from Cedar Lake, a popular freshwater lake that offers several activities. Cedar Lake South Beach is one of four beaches on the lake and is a popular spot for locals to cool off on hot summer days. The lake is also popular in other seasons for activities such as running on the trails, as well as canoeing and fishing. In the center of the neighborhood, Fern Hill Park is the place to be for local sports. Residents can visit this park for a pick-up game of softball or basketball or grab a racket for a game of tennis. The park also has a paved walking path and a playground for children to explore.A mix of established and modern homes in Fern Hill
Homes in Fern Hill include a range of styles that can fit any preference. Ranch-style homes are among the most common, but homebuyers will also find Craftsman, contemporary and cottage homes. Most homes have spacious lots with large front and back yards but are close to their next-door neighbors. Mature oaks, maple and pines line the streets, providing shade and natural beauty throughout the neighborhood. Homes in Fern Hill are more expensive than in St. Louis Park overall. Some cottages are available for around $450,000, but most four-bedroom houses in the neighborhood will cost between $750,000 and $1 million.Local flavors just minutes away
Most of Fern Hill is residential, but locals don’t have to go far to go shopping and dining. Local eateries like yum! Kitchen and Bakery serve sandwiches and baked goods from breakfast to dinner. The Shops at West End is a shopping center about 2 miles northwest of the neighborhood. Residents can dine at restaurants serving Mexican cuisine, Japanese dishes and American fare. There are several small stores in the shopping center and larger retailers nearby, like Home Depot, Costco and PetSmart. ShowPlace ICON Theatre & Kitchen is the place to catch all the latest blockbuster movies. When it’s time to stock up on groceries, there is a Whole Foods Market just east of the neighborhood on Excelsior Boulevard or a Cub supermarket at West End. Kosher food products are available at The Kosher Spot, a small store on Minnetonka Boulevard.Highly-rated public and private school options
Students in Fern Hill will likely attend Susan Lindgren Elementary School, rated a B-plus on Niche; St. Louis Park Middle School, rated a B; and St. Louis Park Senior High School, rated an A-minus. The high school serves approximately 1,500 students and has a student-teacher ratio of 21-to-1. St. Louis Park Senior High students can take several courses to prepare them for college or careers, like IB courses or a Certified Nursing Assistant program. Private religious education is also available at schools like Torah Academy, a Jewish school that serves students from preschool to eighth grade. Benilde-St. Margaret’s is a Catholic school serving middle and high school students and is rated as one of the 11 best private schools in the state.Gathering together for worship in Fern Hill
St. Louis Park has a large Jewish population, with about 30% of the Twin Cities’ entire Jewish population living in the city. Fern Hill has several houses of worship in the neighborhood where residents can gather with their faith communities. Kenesseth Israel Congregation is located on West 28th Street just across the street from Torah Academy. Beth El Synagogue is in the neighborhood’s northern end on West 26th Street and is a Conservative Jewish synagogue.Easy access to the Twin Cities
Residents of Fern Hill have access to two METRO bus routes that can take them throughout the Minneapolis region. The 17 route has several stops along Minnetonka Boulevard and goes east to downtown or further west into St. Louis Park. The 25 line also goes east to Minneapolis and has several stops along West 26th Street. For those who prefer to drive themselves, downtown Minneapolis is about 5 miles away using Interstate 394, and the drive takes around 10 minutes without traffic.

Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ryan Platzke
Coldwell Banker Realty
(651) 615-9289
884 Total Sales
1 in Fern Hill
$550,000 Price
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Kristi Healy
Edina Realty, Inc.
(952) 222-0559
47 Total Sales
1 in Fern Hill
$650,000 Price
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Jonathan Spar
Edina Realty, Inc.
(952) 900-2924
98 Total Sales
52 in Fern Hill
$243K - $980K Price Range
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Benjamin Mattson
Keller Williams Realty Integrity Lakes
(612) 429-3932
189 Total Sales
1 in Fern Hill
$365,000 Price
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Jim Snaza
Homes Plus Realty
(612) 429-5408
133 Total Sales
1 in Fern Hill
$518,000 Price
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Jay Hancock
Keller Williams Realty Integrity
(612) 688-3755
302 Total Sales
1 in Fern Hill
$630,000 Price
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1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Fern Hill | US |
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Homicide | 3 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
Robbery | 3 | 4 |
Burglary | 4 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
Larceny | 5 | 4 |
Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fern Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fern Hill, Saint Louis Park sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Fern Hill, Saint Louis Park over the last 12 months is $355,000.
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