Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.
Updated October 23, 2026
About 280 ranches, ramblers and split-levels between Portland and 12th Avenue. Southdell is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in east Bloomington.
Southdell is in east Bloomington, between 94th Street and Old Shakopee Road from Portland to 12th Avenue. It has about 280 single-family homes.
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: Southdell 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.
- Older homes: In an established neighborhood, ask about the age of the roof, windows, electrical and sewer line, and budget for updates where needed.
- 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 Southdell 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 Southdell North.
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 Southdell
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 Southdell.
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