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Welcome to the “Red Cherry” Neighborhood in Minnetonka

David Olson, RealtorBy David Olson, Realtor · October 25, 2026 · 4 min read
Welcome to the “Red Cherry” Neighborhood in Minnetonka

Twin Cities Property Finder · David Olson, Broker · MN #BK3603584 · Whitefish Property Finder · MN #40646463 · Licensed in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Florida

Red Cherry is a Minnetonka neighborhood located in the southwest side of the city near the intersection of Highway 101 and Covington Road.

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.

Thinking about a home in Red Cherry?I’ll show you what homes nearby are really selling for and which streets fit your budget.

Life in Red Cherry

Red Cherry consists of both single family homes and townhomes with affordable pricing. Single family house styles are primarily ramblers.

Red Cherry is close to several of Minnetonka’s finest amenities, including Purgatory Park which lies a couple miles to the east. The park has several recreational amenities such as trails, picnic areas, and picnic shelters. Another nearby amenity is Glen Lake Golf Course, which is open to the public, and is the perfect recreational course for any skill level with sand and grass bunkers, water hazards, and dramatic elevation changes. The nearest shopping and dining amenities can be found at Ridgedale Shopping Center, which lies a few miles to the north along 394 and contains popular stores such as Macy’s, Nordstrom, JCPenney, and Sears.

Residents of Red Cherry are served by Independent School District 276 also known as Minnetonka Public Schools. Minnetonka Public Schools serves seven different western suburbs of Minneapolis and approximately 8,000 students in grades K-12. The closest school to Red Cherry is Clear Springs Elementary School. Clear Springs serves around 800 single family homes with a student/teacher ratio of 15. Other nearby schools include Minnetonka High School, Scenic Heights Elementary, and Primrose School of Minnetonka.

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 Minnetonka 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.

1Get clear on the numbersFor sellers, a realistic value for your specific home. For buyers, what your budget actually buys in the neighborhoods you like.
2Walk it with a builder’s eyeWe spot what an inspector is likely to flag before it becomes a negotiation.
3Prepare or positionSellers get a prep list and a staging plan. Buyers get a short list of homes that truly fit.
4Move with confidenceOffers, inspections and closing, with one steady guide keeping it calm and on schedule.

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: Minnetonka’s, Recreational amenities, Shopping, Independent School District 276. 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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Your next step in Minnetonka

Minnetonka 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 Minnetonka.

Twin Cities market notes

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