Greenwood Minnesota

City of Greenwood: Community Life

David Olson, RealtorBy David Olson, Realtor · October 25, 2026 · 4 min read
City of Greenwood: Community Life

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The community within Greenwood, Minnesota is largely dependent on the Lake Minnetonka community to which it belongs.

Here’s a look at everyday life, from shopping and dining to community events.

Here’s an honest look, whether you’re selling or buying.

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Everyday life in Greenwood

As one of the surrounding lakeshore cities, Greenwood has exclusive access to the close-knit community that has been formed by the Lake Minnetonka cities. Along with Shorewood, Tonka Bay, Deephaven, and Excelsior, Greenwood’s residents have a reverence for the lake and the lifestyle that it provides. The community within Greenwood is most apparent through the connections that it has to the lake community as well as through the amenities available to the city’s residents.

Events within the city of Greenwood are largely connected to those of the surrounding communities. Typically involving numerous participants from the neighboring cities of Shorewood, Deephaven, Tonka Bay, and Excelsior, residents of Greenwood participate in many annual events hosted by the Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce. Some of the most notable and favorite events include farmer’s markets, concerts in local parks, and the Lake Minnetonka 4th of July celebration. All of these events are made available for Greenwood residents, with many taking place in the neighboring cities of Excelsior and Shorewood. While most of these events occur during the summer months, when the weather is warm and the lake is open, there are still events that occur in the winter time. The most celebrated event of the winter, is the annual Arctic Fever. This event is done in conjunction with neighboring cities on the frozen Lake Minnetonka and engages families of all ages in outdoor winter activities and races. With fat tire bike races, snowshoeing, ice skating, geocaching, sledding, snow sculpting, a chili cook off, and plenty more contests, this event is a ton of fun and always draws in big crowds.

The amenities in and around Greenwood are plentiful. One of the most popular is the Southshore Community Center. Located within the nearby city of Shorewood, the Southshore Community Center services the residents of several communities in the Lake Minnetonka area. It offers a wide variety of community events as well as community education classes. Another amenity that residents can make use of are the community education classes offered by Minnetonka Community Education in Excelsior. With a wide variety of classes to explore, residents can enjoy community education at a low cost. Greenwood is also home to the Old Log Theater. Opened in 1940, this historic theatre features theatrical productions year-round with shows geared towards adults and kids alike.

One of the greatest aspects of Greenwood’s community is its ideal location. With easy access to the amenities of the surrounding cities as well as being close to the larger surrounding suburbs, residents of Greenwood are able to enjoy the finest that Minnesota has to offer. Top-notch dining, entertainment, and shopping are just a short drive or boat ride away. This balance of big-city benefits and small-town charm lend to the uniqueness of Greenwood’s community.

A simple plan for your Greenwood 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.

1Get clear on the numbersFor sellers, a realistic value for your specific home. For buyers, what your budget actually buys in the neighborhoods you like.
2Walk it with a builder’s eyeWe spot what an inspector is likely to flag before it becomes a negotiation.
3Prepare or positionSellers get a prep list and a staging plan. Buyers get a short list of homes that truly fit.
4Move with confidenceOffers, inspections and closing, with one steady guide keeping it calm and on schedule.

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.

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Your next step in Greenwood

Greenwood homes are priced neighborhood by neighborhood. Whether you’re selling or buying, I’ll help you make a plan that fits.

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