Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · MN #BK3603584 · Whitefish Property Finder · MN #40646463 · Licensed in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Florida
With a population of 500 residents, White Oaks is also one of the smallest Edina neighborhoods.
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.
Oaks Neighborhood
Situated in the northeast quadrant of the city of Edina, it is bordered on the north by 46th Street/Sunnyside Road, on the east by France Avenue, on the south by 49th Street, and on the west by Maple Road. White Oaks is mainly a residential neighborhood with several winding roads traveling through it.
Appropriately named for its wealth of trees, obviously white oak in particular, the 40 acres of White Oaks land was initially a part and a parcel of the Baird Farm. The rest of the Baird farmland had been traded to Thorpe Brothers Realty for expansion of the Country Club District in 1922. It was sold independently from the White Oaks parcel, attained by the Ecklund family in 1936. The distinctive landscape of the neighborhood has been conserved with some of its magnificent oaks dating back 150 years or more.
Of the 150 homes here, most of them were built in 1930’s and 40’s. The housing options consist of delightful one-and-a-half story homes, mixed with classic two-story homes, million dollar estate homes, and new construction multi-million dollar homes. It is the most charming neighborhood around to take leisure strolls in as the natural magnificence and quiet atmosphere allow for great appreciation of the neighborhood’s beauty.
While the neighborhood does not boast much in the way of commercial development, it is located just north of the 50th & France Neighborhood. 50th & France features a wide variety of shops and entertainment options, all of which are easily accessible to White Oaks residents. Additionally, a wealth of dining, shopping, entertainment, and parks options can be found in the surrounding neighborhoods and cities.
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, Country Club District, 50th & France Neighborhood, Shops. 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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