Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · MN #BK3603584 · Whitefish Property Finder · MN #40646463 · Licensed in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Florida
Golden Valley, Minnesota is a city that has significant history. Most of the area was originally inhabited by the Chippewa and Sioux tribes.
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 Golden Valley began
They established most of their encampments by the nearby lake, Medicine Lake. However, the Mendota Treaty allowed most of the land in the area to be settled by Europeans. The Indians moved back further west to North and South Dakota.
In 1886, Golden Valley was large enough to be incorporated as a village. The main way of living at that time was agriculture, as the town provided farmed goods for the Twin Cities area. The population in the late 1890’s and early 1900’s consisted of only a few hundred residents, but this allowed there to be plenty of land to be cultivated and harvested. However, after the Electric Luce Line Railroad was built through the village in 1912, the town experienced far more residential development. In just thirty years, the town’s population increased by 1,500. Golden Valley finally became a city in 1972.
Today, Golden Valley is mainly residential with some commercial areas. It is a great place to raise a family as a suburb that is just west of Minneapolis.
A simple plan for your Golden Valley 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. 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.
Your next step in Golden Valley
Golden Valley homes are priced neighborhood by neighborhood. Whether you’re selling or buying, I’ll help you make a plan that fits.
Please note: I don’t handle rentals or property management. I work with sellers and buyers, and that’s where I can help you most in Golden Valley.
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