Minnetonka Neighborhoods

Welcome to the “Royal Hills” Neighborhood in Minnetonka

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

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

Royal Hills is a neighborhood located in central Minnetonka off of highway 7 just west of Interstate 494 and east of Woodhill 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 Royal Hills?I’ll show you what homes nearby are really selling for and which streets fit your budget.

Life in Royal Hills

Royal Hills offers a scenic wooded environment full of mature trees, providing residents with a quiet and scenic neighborhood environment. The neighborhood boasts 45 single family homes featuring ranch and rambler housing styles.

Residents of the neighborhood have easy access to several shopping, dining, and recreational amenities including Big Willow Park, Ridgedale Center, Grays Bay Park, Libbs Lake Beach, Park, Glen lake Golf Course, and Purgatory Park. Glen lake Golf Course is a scenic 9-hole course featuring a challenging experience great for golfers of any skill level. Residents of Royal Hills also have easy access to Minnehave Square and Ridgedale Center, featuring some of the best amenities in Minnetonka.

Residents of Royal Hills are served by Independent School District 270 also known as Hopkins Public Schools. Hopkins Public Schools serves 7,200 students in Kindergarten through 12th grades offering an exceptional educational experience designed to help students excel. The closest school to Royal Hills is Hopkins West Junior High School. Hopkins West Junior High School serves over 900 students in Kindergarten through 6th grade, offering a rigorous academic program designed to help students succeed. Other schools in the area include LH Tanglen Elementary School, Glen Lake Elementary School, Hopkins North Junior High School, Hopkins High School, and Academy of Whole Learning.

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, Shopping, Independent School District 27, Minnetonka. 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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