Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · MN #BK3603584 · Whitefish Property Finder · MN #40646463 · Licensed in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Florida
With a population of 1,000 residents, Golf Terrace Heights is situated in the Northeast quadrant of the city of Edina.
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.
Life in Golf Terrace Heights
It is bordered on the north by 50th Street, on the east by Wooddale Avenue, on the south by 58th Street as well as Southview Lane, and on the west by Highway 100. The neighborhood hosts several civic centers including City Hall, The Edina Country Club, Harvey Lake as well as numerous residential portions. The Edina Country Club was initially called Thorpe Country Club when it was first established in 1923. The 360 homes in this neighborhood, located just south of the Edina Country Club, consist of houses constructed mainly during the late 1930’s all the way up to the 60’s. Most of the homes are in the two-story rambler style.
Golf Terrace Heights showcases the biggest allotment of privately owned land in Edina, which is the golf course and grounds of the Edina Country Club. The land is around 123 acres. Another major characteristic of the neighborhood’s beauty is Lake Harvey, which is recorded by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency as a seven-acre lake. With the help of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District, the city has attempted to stop nutrient-rich storm runoff into Lake Harvey so that it can maintain is luscious glamor and not turn into an algae infested pool.
Edina Country Club: The Golf Terrace Heights neighborhood was named after its inclusion of the Edina Country Club. The Edina Country Club is one of the Twin Cities’ premier country clubs. A private club offering a world-class, 18-hole golf course, tennis facilities with four clay courts and two hard courts, two paddle tennis courts, an olympic sized swimming pool with a cabana and snack bar, and a 65,000 square foot clubhouse. Within the clubhouse, members are treated to a golf shop, locker room facilities, a fitness room, two premium dining establishments, a pub, and a plethora of meeting spaces for events of all sizes.
Nearby parks, shopping and dining
Utley Park: Utley Park is located across from the Edina Country Club. Open to the public, the park features several recreational amenities inclduing two tennis courts, a basketball court, numerous picnic areas, as well as open space. Ideal for those seeking active outdoor recreation or a quiet place to enjoy time with loved ones, Utley Park provides simple, scenic entertainment in the outdoors.
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 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: Recreational amenities, Independent School District 273, Edina, History. 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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