Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.
Updated October 23, 2026
A 66-acre park around a small lake, an art fair that draws artists from across the country and a famous burger down the street. Powderhorn Park is full of life.
Powderhorn Park is in south Minneapolis, between Lake Street and 38th Street East, Chicago and Cedar Avenues. It’s named for Powderhorn Lake, shaped like an old powder horn. It’s mostly single-family homes on smaller lots, annexed by the city in 1887.
Here’s an honest look, whether you’re selling or buying.
The park, the art and Lake Street
Powderhorn Park, nearly 66 acres, has an 11.5-acre lake stocked for fishing, a fishing pier, fields and courts, a winter rink, gardens, walking paths and a recreation center. It has long hosted the Powderhorn Art Fair, and the neighborhood is known for its creative, community-made events.
Lake Street has small businesses, Mercado Central and the Midtown Exchange in the historic art deco Sears building, and Matt’s Bar, famous for the “Jucy Lucy,” is a local landmark. Light rail and the Midtown Greenway are close. See Minneapolis parks and trails.
What buyers check before they tour
- Schools: Powderhorn Park is served by Minneapolis Public Schools. Assignments and boundaries can change, so confirm the assigned schools for any address with the district.
- Older homes: Much of the housing here is a century old or more. Look closely at the foundation, electrical, plumbing, roof and any past updates, and plan a thorough inspection.
- Duplexes and fourplexes: If you’re looking at a multi-unit building to live in, ask about city rental licensing, inspections and existing leases before you write an offer.
A simple plan for your Powderhorn Park move
I’ve been helping people sell and buy homes across the Twin Cities for about two decades, and I started in the trades. I look at an older home the way a builder would, and I’ll tell you plainly what I see.
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 about Minneapolis, its history and community life, or see nearby Central.
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 Powderhorn Park
Whether you’re buying your first place in the city or selling a home you’ve loved for years, 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 Powderhorn Park.
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