Why Live in Wenonah
Wenonah, a neighborhood in Minneapolis, is nestled alongside Lake Nokomis, offering a friendly environment and numerous amenities. The area features primarily midcentury single-family homes, including bungalows, traditional and ranch-style houses. Woodlawn Boulevard boasts custom homes with larger lots and views of Lake Nokomis. The neighborhood is conveniently located near the Mall of America and Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, with easy access to downtown via the Metro Blue Line light rail. Local highlights include Minnehaha Regional Park, known for the Minnehaha Falls and extensive trails, and Bossen Field Park, which features a playground and ball fields. Lake Nokomis has two beaches, a playground and fishing piers and hosts the U.S. Pond Hockey Championship in winter. The neighborhood is served by Minneapolis Public Schools. Along 34th Avenue, the unofficial Main Street, residents can find local restaurants, shops, a grocery store, a public library and more. Popular dining spots include Berry Sweet Kitchen and Fat Lorenzo’s. Nearby hospitals and clinics, such as North Memorial Health and M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center, provide convenient health care options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wenonah a good place to live?
Wenonah is a good place to live. Wenonah is considered car-dependent and very bikeable with good transit options. Wenonah is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Wenonah has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.8 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $103,823 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 46.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Wenonah are home owners, with 37% of residents renting and 63% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Wenonah can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Wenonah neighborhood guide.
Is Wenonah, MN a safe neighborhood?
Wenonah, MN is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Wenonah?
The median home price in Wenonah is $345,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $69,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.22%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,690 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $72K a year to afford the median home price in Wenonah. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Wenonah is $104K.
What are the best public schools in Wenonah?
The best public schools that serve Wenonah are:
What are the best private schools in Wenonah?
The best private schools that serve Wenonah are:
- Our Lady Of Peace has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Academy Of Holy Angels has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
- Highland Catholic School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
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Home Trends in Wenonah, MN
On average, homes in Wenonah, Minneapolis sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Wenonah, Minneapolis over the last 12 months is $345,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$345,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$340,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$241
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
70
Median List Price
$345,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%