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Suburban-living in western Minneapolis
Situated between Highway 7 to the South and Highway 100 to the East, Sorenson offers a convenient suburban lifestyle with immediate access to urban and outdoor amenities that attract residents from neighboring communities into the area. “Sorenson has great walkability and highway access — and most importantly, great food and hang out spots such as Park Tavern for bowling and The Block for brunch, ” says Ryan Fischer, Realtor with The PRO Team - RE/MAX Results. Sorenson is highly sought-after for its highly rated schools, proximity to bustling shopping areas like Park Place Plaza and the outdoor recreation provided by the three lakes adjacent to the community — Cedar Lake, Lake of the Isles and Bde Maka Ska. Locals can spend time sunbathing on the sandy beaches or fishing off the wooden piers. And with easy access to U.S. Interstate-394, Sorenson makes for a quick 7-mile or 15-minute drive into Central Minneapolis a breeze.
Birchwood Park is a great spot for a walk.
Residents can enjoy skateboarding at Carpenter Park.
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Shopping at Park Place Plaza
When shopping in the area, Sorenson residents can visit Park Place Plaza for department stores and retailers, like The Home Depot, PetSmart and Office Depot. While groceries and everyday essentials can be found at stores, like Target, Lunds & Byerlys and Costco Wholesale nearby. Or check out Trader Joe’s off of Excelsior Boulevard. When dining in the area, locals can start their mornings off at the Minnesota-founded Caribou Coffee, which offers roasted coffee and traditional breakfast fare. For authentic Mexican cuisine, visit the family-owned Mexico City Cafe, for affordable meals that have served the community since 2019. Or check out The Block Food & Drink for their weekly brunches, outdoor dining on the patio and a wide selection of 36 on-tap beers.
Caribou Coffee is the spot to caffeinate your day in the Sorenson neighborhood.
Whole Foods Market is one of many grocery options available in the area.
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Ranch-styles and New Traditionals
The Sorenson community is made up of around 450 single-family homes and has garnered many styles as construction boomed within the area around the 1950s— ramblers and Cape Cods are common here. Within the last few decades, new construction has popped up on teardown lots over the last few decades. “Sorenson has extremely convenient access to the highway, and the homes are slightly more affordable than other areas in Saint Louis Park,” says Fischer, who has been selling in Minneapolis for over 10 years. The real estate market in St. Louis Park is highly competitive, with homes that suit a variety of budgets. With a median sales price of $400,000, homes here range from around $200,000 for a Cape Cod fixer-upper to upwards of $900,000 for a newly constructed two-story New Traditional. Sorenson boasts home styles ranging from single-story ranch styles and Cape Cods to two-story Prairie styles and New Traditionals. Streets here are tree-lined, quiet and well-maintained, with paved sidewalks for increased walkability throughout the community. Homes often feature detached garages and are fronted by mid-sized lawns with enough room for a small garden or shrubbery.
Bold color choices are a common theme in the Sorenson neighborhood.
Traditional two story homes are a little less common in the Sorenson neighborhood.
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High-marks at St. Louis Park Public Schools
Students in Sorenson can attend schools like Peter Hobart Elementary, St. Louis Park Middle and St. Louis Park Senior High School, which have respectively earned ratings of B-minus, B and A-minus from the educational review site, Niche. Peter Hobart Elementary School incorporates an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB-PYP), which allows students to gain independence and understanding of 21st-century challenges through research and inquiry. St. Louis Park Middle School offers a wide variety of clubs and after-school programs from jazz band and math team to synchronized swimming. St. Louis Park Senior High School offers career planning services and 9 Advanced Placement (AP) courses to prepare students for higher education. Those interested in Spanish Immersion programs can attend Park Spanish Immersion Elementary nearby, which earns a Niche rating of A-minus and was one of the first immersion schools in Minnesota. Private options like Heilicher Minneapolis Jewish Day School and Benilde-St Margaret's School are also available.
Peter Hobart Elementary is a public school located in St Louis Park, MN.
St. Louis Park Middle School features a grand entrance.
Take in a game at the St. Louis Park stadium.
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Lake access and skyline views of Minneapolis
When seeking time outdoors, residents in Sorenson can choose from Webster or Keystone Park within the community. Webster offers a mulched playground area for children to burn off energy, while Keystone features an open green space and soccer fields for pick-up games or training. Dog owners can bring their four-legged friends to Dakota Dog Park, which offers a fenced off-leash area and 20 acres to explore. Golf enthusiasts are in luck with the private Minikahda Club nearby, which offers an 18-hole course with scenic views of Lake Bde Maka Ska along Excelsior Boulevard. Residents in Sorenson are adjacent to three of the city’s most popular lakes; Cedar Lake, Lake of the Isles and Bde Maka Ska. Locals can visit Lake of the Isles Park for paved biking and walking paths during the summer or enjoy hockey and ice-skating in the winter. Those interested in boating rentals can head to Bde Maka Ska Park, which offers a wide variety of watersport activities, from swimming to fishing and skimming along in kayaks or paddle boats. Locals often sunbathe along the sandy shoreline at Thomas Beach, which offers skyline views of downtown Minneapolis in the distance.
The Sorenson is one of 35 distinct neighborhood is located in St Louis Park, MN.
The Sorenson neighborhood is just a s short drive to the Minneapolis chain of lakes.
The Dakota Dog Park is a great place to let your dog run free and mingle with other dogs.
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Commuting on I-394 and healthcare at Methodist Hospital
Sorenson residents rely on Highway 7 and Highway 100 for access to Minneapolis on I-394 and neighboring areas like Birchwood and Lenox. Those interested in public transportation can hop on the Metro Transit bus, which operates along Minnetonka Boulevard. When traveling further outside the community, the Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport is 15 miles from Sorenson. For healthcare, the Methodist Hospital is available only 2 miles from the community.
The Sorenson neighborhood is a short drive from Downtown Minneapolis.
Methodist hospital provides award winning care minutes away from the Sorenson neighborhood.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Birchwood Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Bike Trails
Carpenter Park
Bde Maka Ska Thomas Beach
Bike Trails
Trails
Volleyball
Justad Park
Webster Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Dakota Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Dog Park
Sunshine Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Keystone Park
Soccer
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
23 min drive
Bus
Wooddale Ave & Walker St
Bus
Minnetonka Blvd & HWY 100
Bus
Lake St W & Library Lane
Bus
Wooddale Ave & Lake St W
Bus
Minnetonka Blvd & #5621
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sorenson
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sorenson, Saint Louis Park sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sorenson, Saint Louis Park over the last 12 months is $379,887, down 10% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,559
Median Age
38
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$102,869
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$126,898
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.8%
College Graduates
63.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.7%
% Population in Labor Force
84%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
7°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
50''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
65/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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