Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · MN #BK3603584 · Whitefish Property Finder · MN #40646463 · Licensed in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Florida
With a population of 200 residents, Sunny Slope is situated in the Northwest 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.
Slope Neighborhood
It is bounded on the north and east by the wandering Minnehaha Creek, on the south by 50th St, and on the west by Highway 100. Of its 360 homes, most were built in the 1960’s and 70’s and are in the two-story rambler style.
Of the 73 parcels of land in Sunny Slope, 20 border Minnehaha Creek. The creek makes a sudden turn north after it travels under Highway 100 before coming south again, causing a much longer shoreline around the slope in Sunny Slope. Therefore, there are many more waterfront lots in Sunny Slope. No one really knows why the name for the neighborhood exists. It does indeed have a slope, but that slope descends to the northeast, which means it never actually gets direct sunlight. It would be an actual “sunny slope” if it descended to the south.
Residents of the Sunny Slope 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 Highlands Elementary School. Highlands Elementary is one of six elementary schools in the district and specialized in offering a Continuous Progress and Discovery Program. Highlands serves serves 580 students and has a student/teacher ratio of 16.2. Other schools in the area include South View Middle School, Concord Elementary School, Valley View Middle School, and Edina High School.
Residents of Sunny Slope enjoy the neighborhood’s scenic beauty and quiet, reserved atmosphere. While the neighborhood doesn’t boast much in the way of commercial development, residents prefer it this way. Sunny Slope is close enough to major shopping areas that residents are able to enjoy the best of both worlds.
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, Minnehaha Creek, Independent School District 273, Shopping. 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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