Why Live in Carver Ridge
Carver Ridge in Maplewood is known for its spacious lot sizes and custom-built homes, primarily constructed in the late 1980s with ranch-style and split-level designs. Newer constructions are found along Haller Lane and near Carver Lake. Homes range from the low $300,000s to over $700,000, with a median sales price of $445,000. The neighborhood features Carver Lake Park, which offers a playground, picnic pavilion, public beach, and canoe launch. The Fish Creek Natural Area provides over 70 acres of forested preserve with a mile of paved pathways. The M Health Fairview Sports Center, 4 miles east, includes a jungle gym, baseball fields, splash pad, and ice skating rinks. Shopping is convenient with Woodbury Village 3 miles north, featuring stores like Lunds & Byerlys, Target, and Kohl's. Dining options include Ronnally's Pizza and Pasta, Southern Social Woodbury, and the North Pole Restaurant in Newport. Carver Avenue connects residents to I-494 and U.S. Route 10, with the Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport 15 miles away. The neighborhood is zoned for the North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District, with Tartan Senior High School offering a high-rated curriculum. Carver Ridge is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Carver Ridge a good place to live?
Carver Ridge is a good place to live. Carver Ridge is considered very car-dependent with minimal transit options. Carver Ridge is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Carver Ridge has 4 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 44. The average household income is $135,672 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 43.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Carver Ridge are home owners, with 4.4% of residents renting and 95.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Carver Ridge can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Carver Ridge neighborhood guide.
Is Carver Ridge, MN a safe neighborhood?
Carver Ridge, MN is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Carver Ridge?
The median home price in Carver Ridge is $999,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $200,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,190 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $222K a year to afford the median home price in Carver Ridge. The average household income in Carver Ridge is $136K.
What are the best public schools in Carver Ridge?
The best public schools that serve Carver Ridge are:
What are the best private schools in Carver Ridge?
The best private schools that serve Carver Ridge are:
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Are home prices dropping in Carver Ridge?
Yes, home prices in Carver Ridge are down 16% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Carver Ridge, MN
On average, homes in Carver Ridge, Maplewood sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Carver Ridge, Maplewood over the last 12 months is $401,250, down 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$401,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$999,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$448
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$999,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-16%