Post by ● Aug 8, 2017

The Oaks – Minnetonka Neighborhood

Tagged: Community Profiles, Hennepin County, Minnetonka Minnesota

The Oaks neighborhood lies in southeast Minnetonka near the intersection of 61 and 62. The neighborhood consists entirely of duplexes ranging from $230,000 to $300,000. There are around 70 duplex units in total at The Oaks.

Exterior of Ridgedale Center, Minnetonka, MN

Ridgedale Center, Minnetonka, MN

The Oaks boasts an excellent location within the City of Minnetonka. Several of the city’s amenities are within easy driving distance to the community, such as Bryant Lake, Shady Oak Beach, Glen Lake Golf Course, and several shopping and dining destinations. Bryant Lake lies just over Highway 62 in Eden Prairie and is one of the largest parks in the area. Bryant Lake sits on 170 acres of land and features rolling hills, prairies, wetlands, and woodlands. Popular activities include disc golf and swimming in Bryant Lake. Some of the closest restaurants to The Oaks include Jimmy’s Kitchen and Bar, YoYo Donuts Coffee Ice Cream, and Famous Dave’s. Also located near by is the medical center and Lifetime Fitness.

Hopkins High School Hopkins, Minnesota

Hopkins High School Hopkins, Minnesota

Residents of The Oaks are served by the Hopkins School District. The Hopkins School District serves seven different western suburbs of Minneapolis and approximately 8,000 students in grades K-12. The closest school to The Oaks neighborhood is Eagle Ridge Academy which serves students in grades K-12. Eagle Ridge is a public charter school that offers rigorous courses and time-tested classical, liberal arts curriculum. Other nearby schools include Lionsgate Academy, International School, Glen Lake Elementary, and Gatewood Elementary School.