Why Live in Vista Hills
Vista Hills in Maplewood, MN, is a neighborhood known for its competitive real estate market and diverse home styles. With homes priced significantly below the national median, options range from one-bedroom condos to six-bedroom two-story Traditionals. Most homes were built in the late 1900s, featuring ranch and split-level designs, while newer two-story Traditionals are found in the southern part of the community. The area is characterized by mid-sized lawns, paved driveways, and attached multi-car garages. Vista Hills Park, centrally located, offers a playground, tennis, and basketball courts, connected by paved paths. Nearby, Carver Lake Park, 3 miles south, features a public beach and canoe launch, while Battle Creek Regional Park, 2 miles north, provides extensive greenspace, an indoor recreation center, and seasonal waterpark. For golfers, Oak Marsh Golf Course is 5 miles away. Essential shopping and dining options are 2 miles away in Woodbury, with a mix of grocery stores, big-box retailers, and family-owned restaurants like Keys Cafe & Bakery and Southern Social Woodbury. The neighborhood is well-connected via Lower Afton Road, providing access to U.S. Route 10 and I-94, with Metro Transit bus services available. The Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport is 15 miles away, and M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital is 2 miles from the community. Families are served by the North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District, with Tartan Senior High School offering highly rated education and 13 AP courses.