Viking Park Home for Sale

Viking Park is characterized by mid-century ranch-style and split-level homes, most of which date back to the late 1960s and 1970s. The area is shaded by mature trees. In the fall, vibrant leaves create a picturesque scene. Lot sizes average around a quarter of an acre, with many residents enjoying backyard swing sets and in-ground swimming pools. The neighborhood is served by Churchill Elementary and Century High School. Viking Park is primarily residential, with small businesses like Renning’s Florist & Flower Delivery and Middle East restaurant add to the local charm. For more extensive shopping and dining, residents can head to mid-century strip malls off Elton Hills Drive. Other dining and shopping spots include Grandma’s Kitchen, known for its all-day breakfast, and Silver Lake Foods for groceries. There are plenty of things to do, with recreational spots like Viking Park and Riverview West Park offering playgrounds, picnic areas and sports fields. Indian Heights Park provides hiking trails with scenic views. Rochester Public Transit buses provide hourly service to Downtown, just 2 miles south. Commuters also have the option to drive or bike. Rochester International Airport is 12 miles south, and Minneapolis and Saint Paul are less than 90 miles north via Highway 52.