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The city of Chanhassen got its name from the Native American Dakota tribe’s word chanhassen, which means “sugar maple tree.” Over the past thirty years, the city has grown from a small and sparsely populated town to an affluent and successful city of over 24,000 residents.
Knowing a community’s story helps you understand its neighborhoods today. Here’s a short history.
Here’s an honest look, whether you’re selling or buying.
How Chanhassen began
Much like that of its neighboring cities, Eden Prairie, Chaska, and Carver, Chanhassen grew at a very slow pace until 1960. Before it became a developed area with booming businesses, the main way of life was farming. The first settlers inhabited the location during the 1850’s, seeking land that they could farm and make a living off of. The first claim was settled in June, 1852.
The city had its very first town meeting in 1858, which was held in the county’s quaint school house. In 1896, more settlers were drawn to the town through its first railroad system, the Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad. Near the railroad’s main stop, the first general store, saloon, and bank were established.
After the 1960’s, the population and growth of businesses within the city started to swell. In 1967, Chanhassen established a merger of the village and the surrounding township, which increased its population to over 4,000. Within that same time period, the Chanhassen Dinner Theater was built and combined dining with drama in order to create one of the city’s main attractions. The theater is still very successful today, and provides it services to over 300,000 excited customers annually.
Much of the development that we see in the city today occurred in the 1970’s. The downtown area began to accumulate all sorts of businesses and shopping areas. Today the city is home to more than 500 businesses that provide work for almost 10,000 people. The city now has about 14,500 acres, and 24-square miles and is split up by two counties.
A simple plan for your Chanhassen move
I’ve been helping people sell and buy homes across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Florida for about two decades, and I build and remodel luxury homes too. I’ll help you see both what a property is and what it could be.
Getting the house ready, or making it yours
If you’re selling and want repairs handled before buyers see them, Super Crew Contractors can give you an estimate. If you’re ready for something custom, Ivy Lane Homes does luxury home building and remodeling. And a quick coverage check with Intrinsic Insurance before closing can save you a surprise. Learn more: Chanhassen, Eden Prairie, Chaska, Carver. Ready to talk? Start a buyer plan or ask what your home is worth.
Super Crew Contractors, Ivy Lane Homes and Intrinsic Insurance are owned by David Olson; you are free to use any contractor, builder or insurer.
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