Why Live in Lenox
Lenox, located in the heart of St. Louis Park, a Minneapolis suburb, is known for its 1940s bungalows and tight-knit community. Lenox features three neighborhood parks—Parkview Park, Freedom Park and Roxbury Park—each with playgrounds, basketball courts and baseball fields. Residents can also enjoy the larger Louisiana Oaks Park nearby. The Lenox Community Center provides a range of activities, from arts and crafts to sports leagues and early learning programs. The surrounding area has a variety of dining options, including Park Tavern, a bowling alley with a full restaurant and bar, and The Block Food & Drink, known for its pup-friendly patio. For more dining, locals frequent Mexico City Café and Parkway Pizza. Muddy Paws Cheesecake and Sota Clothing are popular spots for desserts and gifts. The Shoppes at Knollwood, just five minutes away, offers major retailers and grocery stores. The neighborhood is home to St. Louis Park High School, which offers an International Baccalaureate program and an award-winning student newspaper. Parents in the district can apply to send their children to Park Spanish Immersion Elementary, a highly rated school. Lenox is conveniently located along Highway 7 and close to Highway 100. The neighborhood is about 7 miles from downtown Minneapolis, with easy access via Metro Transit bus or bike lanes. Methodist Hospital is less than two miles away, and the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is a 20-minute drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lenox a good place to live?
Lenox is a good place to live. Lenox is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Lenox is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Lenox has 13 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.5 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $124,855 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 64.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Lenox are home owners, with 14.9% of residents renting and 85.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lenox can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lenox neighborhood guide.
Is Lenox, MN a safe neighborhood?
Lenox, 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 Lenox?
The median home price in Lenox is $403,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $80,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.09%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,950 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $84K a year to afford the median home price in Lenox. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Lenox is $125K.
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Home Trends in Lenox, MN
On average, homes in Lenox, Saint Louis Park sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Lenox, Saint Louis Park over the last 12 months is $405,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$405,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$409,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$250
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
55
Median List Price
$403,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%