Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.
Updated October 23, 2026
About a hundred homes on the bluffs overlooking Long Meadow Lake. Orchard Springs has views and mature trees, minutes from everything.
Orchard Springs is in southeast Bloomington, off Old Shakopee Road on the bluffs above Long Meadow Lake. It has about 100 single-family homes in ranch, rambler and traditional styles.
Here’s an honest look, whether you’re selling or buying.
What’s close by
Valley View Playfield, Mound Springs Park, Running Park and Southtown Shopping Center are close, and the Mall of America, with its theme park, aquarium and restaurants, is a few miles east. See Bloomington parks, trails and beaches and community life.
What buyers check before they tour
- Schools: Orchard Springs is served by Bloomington Public Schools (ISD 271). Nearby schools include Kennedy High School, Valley View Elementary, Indian Mounds Elementary and Valley View Middle School. Boundaries can change, so confirm the assigned schools for any address with the district.
- Bluff lots: On the river bluffs, ask about slope, drainage and any setback rules before you plan changes to a lot.
- Condition: Roof, windows, mechanicals and drainage tell you more about a home’s next ten years than the paint color does. Plan a professional inspection.
A simple plan for your Orchard Springs move
I’ve been helping people sell and buy homes across the Twin Cities 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 about Bloomington, its parks and trails and community life, or see nearby Dellridge.
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 Orchard Springs
Bloomington homes are priced neighborhood by neighborhood. Whether you’re selling or buying, 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 Orchard Springs.
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