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Vadnais Heights has plenty of parkland near the Twin Cities
Vadnais Heights is a Twin Cities suburb that offers residents a nature-filled life, close to woodland parks and scenic lakes. These green spaces, coupled with highly-rated schools and community events, give the city a family-friendly vibe. Mid-20th-century homes and new construction are minutes from local restaurants and shopping centers. Easy highway access and a park-and-ride bus station make it easy for residents to commute to Saint Paul and Minneapolis.
A water tower welcomes people to Vadnais Heights.
There's plenty of new construction.
Vadnais Heights combines urban accessibility with a nature-oriented, lakeside lifestyle.
There are designated spots for shoreline fishing at Sucker Lake.
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Mix of newer construction and mid-20th-century homes
Driving down the neighborhood's winding roads, you'll see a mix of mid- to late-20th-century homes, including Cape Cods, split-levels and ranch-style houses. There is also a lot of newer construction, including New Traditional and modern Craftsman styles. Some of the townhouses have a contemporary design, with more windows and geometric lines. Most prices range from the mid-$200,000s to the mid-$800,000s, but some larger homes can cost over $1 million. Townhouses typically cost between the high $100,000s and the mid-$500,000s. The median single-family home price is in the high $500,000s. That's higher than in White Bear Lake but significantly lower than in North Oaks.
Many homes are on the lake.
Classic ranch-style homes are one of the most common home styles in Vadnais Heights.
A selection of newer two-story homes can be found in the neighborhoods surrounding the lakes.
You can find some split-level homes in the area.
There are some contemporary townhouses near the interstate.
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Regional and city parks near the water offer outdoor fun
The city has seemingly endless outdoor recreation, thanks to over 100 acres of city parks and even more green space throughout the region. “Vadnais Heights is known for its park system,” says Realtor Joe Kasel with Re/Max Results, who has over 20 years of experience in the area.
Vadnais Heights Community Park is one of the most popular parks in the city, with amenities such as athletic fields, playgrounds and open skating. You can also hike the trails at Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park, which has over 5 miles of paths that wind through the woods and by the water. Because Vadnais Lake is a drinking water reservoir, you can’t boat or fish in the water. Instead, people go to designated shoreline fishing areas or the swimming beach along Snail Lake.
Residents enjoy the walking trails at Vadnais-Sucker Lake Regional Park.
Residents enjoy the wildlife along the shores of Vadnais-Sucker Lake Regional Park.
Locals enjoy fishing on the shores of Vadnais-Sucker Lake Regional Park.
North Oaks Golf Club is located on the northern edge of Vadnais Heights.
Bikers utilize the trails at Vadnais-Snail Lakes Regional Park.
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Local events like Vadnais Heights Days bring people together
Vadnais Heights has a busy events calendar, but the highlight of the year is Vadnais Heights Days, a jam-packed community celebration every August. Between enjoying the car show, family-friendly tournaments and the parade, people can explore the Makers Market and listen to live music. The festivities end with a fireworks show at Community Park. There are also recurring events, like the Music in the Park series, and holiday celebrations, like the Scarecrow Trail & Halloween Party.
Most people drive, reaching the Twin Cities in about 20 minutes
Interstates 35 East and 694 run through the city, making it easy to commute to the Twin Cities. Vadnais Heights is less than 10 miles (15 minutes) from Downtown Saint Paul and just over 15 miles (20 minutes) from downtown Minneapolis. “The appeal here starts with a great location within the Twin Cities metro area,” says Community Development Director Nolan Wall. “We’ve also got great schools, a great park system, and a good mix of commercial and residential land uses.” While most people drive, there is a park-and-ride station for Metro Transit buses along I-35E and County Road.
Residents can easily access Interstate 35 East.
Metro Transit buses stop at the park-and-ride station on Country Road East.
For public transportation, locals can hop on the Metro Transit Route 275.
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Most students attend the highly rated White Bear Lake schools
Most of the city falls within the White Bear Lake Area School District, which receives a B from Niche. The district includes the B-minus-rated White Bear Lake Area High School, where vocational programs like a student-run coffee shop and tech depot give teens hands-on experience in their fields. Some homes are zoned for Mounds View Public Schools, which earn an A. Families can also enroll their kids at Gentry Academy, a charter school that offers fifth through 12th grade and has a B-minus.
Vadnais Heights Elementary School is located in Vadnais Heights.
Students can attend Sunrise Park Middle School.
Students get hands-on vocational education at White Bear Lake Area High School.
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Local and chain restaurants offer a variety of dining options
While most of the city is made up of homes and parks, there is a handful of local and chain restaurants to choose from. Some popular options include:
Jimmy’s Food & Drink, a city staple with classic American fare
Big Wood Brewery, a taproom with a dog-friendly patio
Punch Pizza, a Twin Cities favorite that serves wood-fired pizza
Macaluso’s Roadhouse, which has Happy Hour every weekday
Residents do most of their shopping at Vadnais Square, which has a Fresh Thyme Market and big-box stores like Walmart and Target. Maplewood Mall is less than 5 miles away and includes staples like JCPenney and Kohl’s.
Macaluso's Roadhouse hosts lively games and events for locals.
You can visit the nearby Black Sea Restaurant for a wide selection of Turkish and Mediterranean meals.
Jimmy's Food & Drinks is the local neighborhood hot spot in Vadnais Heights.
Walmart is conveniently located off of Country Road East.
Locals get groceries at Vadnais Square.
You can find big-box stores like Target in Vadnais Square.
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