Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · MN #BK3603584 · Whitefish Property Finder · MN #40646463 · Licensed in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Florida
Chowen Park is situated in the Northeast quadrant of the city of Edina. It is bordered on the North by 54th Street, on the East by Xerxes Avenue, on the South by 60th Street, and the West by France Avenue.
If you’re thinking about selling or buying here, here’s what the neighborhood is like and what to know before you tour.
Here’s an honest look, whether you’re selling or buying.
Park Neighborhood
This residential neighborhood has a population of 1,600 with two parks within its borders, York Park and also the park from which the neighborhood’s name derives, Chowen Park. Minnehaha Creek wanders its way through the neighborhood, providing an excellent source of scenery for many locals. The majority of the homes in the Chowen Park neighborhood are mainly mid-century ramblers that were built during the 1920’s, 30’s, 40’s.
Chowen Park is unique in that it has alleyways. The only other places that have alleys in Edina are in the Brookside Heights Addition in the Grandview neighborhood and parts of Presidents and Interlachen Park. Chowen Park is one of the more compactly and largely populated neighborhoods in Edina, which is noteworthy due to the fact that most of the houses in the neighborhood were built in the late 1940s and early 1950s.
York Park: York Park is one of two parks found within the Chowen Park neighborhood. It is located along the northern end of the neighborhood adjacent to Minnehaha Creek and offers numerous recreational amenities. While the only amenities found within the park are a baseball field and a playground, York Park is utilized for local ball games and visitors enjoy the scenic beauty of the nearby creek.
Nearby parks, shopping and dining
Chowen Park: Chowen Park shares the name of the neighborhood in which it resides. While not altogether very large, the park’s central location and great amenities make it a neighborhood favorite. With a playground, foursquare court, basketball court, soccer field, and open space, the park is an integral part of the surrounding community. Local youth, young families, and those desiring outdoor recreation all appreciate the amenities that Chowen Park offers.
Residents of the Golf Terrace Heights Neighborhood are served by Independent School District 273 also known as Edina Public Schools. Edina Public Schools is a nationally recognized district serving 8,500 students and is dedicated to providing the best educational experience for each students. The closest school to the neighborhood is South View Middle School. South View Middle School serves 1,334 students providing an excellent academic program designed to help each succeed. Other schools in the area include Normandale Elementary School, Highlands Elementary School, Valley View Middle School, and Edina High School.
What buyers check before they tour
- Age and updates: Ask when the roof, windows, furnace and water heater were last replaced, and plan a thorough inspection.
- Association: If there’s an HOA, review the fees, what they cover and the reserves before you write an offer.
- Schools: Confirm the assigned schools for any address with the district, since boundaries can change.
A simple plan for your Northeast Edina 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: Edina, Grandview, Presidents, Interlachen Park. 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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