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Hennepin County Lakes‘Bryant Lake’ In Eden Prairie Minnesota
A clear, shallow lake near Highway 494 and Highway 169, wrapped by a 170-acre regional park. Bryant Lake is Eden Prairie’s easy getaway.
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Golf CommunitiesChaska, MN Homes & Market Guide
Chaska, MN real estate update: September 2026 median sale price $447,500 and 115 homes for sale. Local data and…
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Carver County LakesParks and Trails of Chanhassen Minnesota
The parks in Chanhassen may be considered one of its greatest community builders. With 42 different parks and…
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Chanhassen NeighborhoodsWelcome to the “Woodridge” Neighborhood in Chanhassen
Mature trees, a secluded feel and Lake Minnewashta a short drive away. Woodridge is north Chanhassen at its quietest.
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VictoriaWelcome to the “Woodlands” Neighborhood in Victoria MN
About ninety craftsman and traditional homes tucked among the trees off Church Lake Boulevard. Woodlands is quiet Victoria with Carver Park close by.
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Eden Prairie Neighborhoods‘Bearpath Country Club’ in Eden Prairie
Not only does the community at Bearpath, located in Eden Prairie, MN, offer some of the most luxurious homes in…
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Luxury HomesWelcome to the “Bearpath Neighborhood” in Eden Prairie
Perhaps the most well-known neighborhood within the city of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Bearpath offers its…
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OronoWelcome to the “Bracketts Point” Neighborhood in Orono
A point of land between two bays of Lake Minnetonka, with only a dozen homes. Bracketts Point is as rare as lake living gets.
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Edina NeighborhoodsNine Mile Creek Regional Trail
It is no secret that the state of Minnesota is continually at or near the top of America’s healthiest states.…
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Chanhassen NeighborhoodsWelcome to the “Wood Duck” Neighborhood in Chanhassen
Mature trees and a quiet street off Galpin Boulevard. Wood Duck is close to Lake Minnewashta and still feels tucked away.
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VictoriaWelcome to the “Wintergreen” Neighborhood in Victoria MN
About 95 ramblers and traditional homes among the trees, with a park inside the neighborhood. Wintergreen is close to Victoria’s lakes and golf.
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Chaska NeighborhoodsWelcome to the “Carvers Green” Neighborhood in Chaska
Picture coming home to trees, a glimpse of the lake and a townhome that doesn’t ask for your whole weekend. That’s the quiet appeal of Carvers Green.
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Golf CommunitiesWelcome to the “Greenway on the Park” Neighborhood in Victoria MN
About 50 ramblers and traditional homes on Victoria’s southeast side, with quick access to major highways.
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Lake BavariaLake Bavaria
Hardwoods along the shore, a morning boat ride, northern pike that run bigger than most. Lake Bavaria is a real lake, right inside Chaska.
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OronoWelcome to the “French Creek” Neighborhood in Orono
Tall trees, upscale homes and a quiet, tucked-away setting near the lake. French Creek feels private.
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Edina MinnesotaParks and Trails of Edina Minnesota
The city of Edina is home to a wide array of parks, each offering their own unique amenities. Parks and trails…
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Chanhassen NeighborhoodsWelcome to the “Red Cedar Cove” Neighborhood in Chanhassen
Townhomes on the southern shore of Lake Minnewashta, with lake views and a secluded feel. Red Cedar Cove is lake living with less upkeep.
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VictoriaWelcome to the “Savanna Valley” Neighborhood in Victoria MN
About seventy newer craftsman homes off Kochia Lane, surrounded by trees. Savanna Valley is peaceful and newer.
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Chaska NeighborhoodsWelcome to the “Lake Hazeltine Woods” Neighborhood in Chaska
A townhome can be a beginning or a well-earned simplification. Either way, you want it to feel like home the moment you turn onto the street.
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Golf CommunitiesWelcome to the “Woodstone” Neighborhood in Victoria MN
About 155 homes on the north side of Deer Run Golf Club, with wooded lots and course views. Woodstone is a quiet golf community.
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Hennepin County LakesWelcome to the “Linden Hills” Neighborhood in Minneapolis
Linden Hills is located in the Southwest community of Minneapolis. It's bordered on the north by 36th Street…
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Mature trees, ranches and ramblers, and a quiet, secluded feel. Webber Hills is a calm corner of Orono.
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Carver CountyParks and Trails of Chaska, Minnesota
Ask people why they love Chaska, and many of them won’t start with the houses. They’ll start with the walk they take every evening, the park where they…
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Chanhassen NeighborhoodsWelcome to the “Pontiac” Neighborhood in Chanhassen
Duplexes and townhomes five minutes north of downtown Chanhassen. Pontiac is one of the more approachable ways to own in Chanhassen.
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