ISLAND OAKS HOMES FOR SALE 

Minnetonka, Minnesota 55391

Location Highlights: 

Island Oaks off McGinty Rd W in the scenic city of Minnetonka, centered around a cluster of six luxury, custom‑built homes by Wooddale Builders. The development offers association-maintained living, snow removal, and lawn care included, and is perched southward toward wetlands and Lake Minnetonka, balancing natural charm with upscale convenience. Located just minutes from Downtown Wayzata, residents enjoy easy access to lakeside restaurants, boutique shops, and boating activities, while being a short drive from the I‑394/494 corridors for commuting into Minneapolis. With serene woodland surroundings, wellness trails, award-winning schools, and luxury homesites, Island Oaks offers a rare blend of secluded elegance and lakes‑area lifestyle.

History:

Minnetonka's land, where Island Oaks now stands, has a rich heritage rooted in centuries-old settlement and suburban growth. Originally inhabited by the Dakota and Ojibwe peoples, Lake Minnetonka’s shores were first explored by Euro-American settlers in the early 1800s, transforming from dense forest and farmland, supporting grist and flour mills along Minnehaha Creek, into a residential suburb by the mid-20th century. Fast-forward to 2024: Wooddale Builders launched the Island Oaks development along McGinty Road, introducing six luxury custom homesites with association-maintained lawns and amenities for a high-end lakeside lifestyle. Positioned within the esteemed Wayzata School District and just a few minutes from downtown Wayzata’s shops and waterfront dining, the neighborhood draws on Minnetonka’s legacy of exclusivity and natural beauty while offering modern custom-built elegance along wetlands and Lake Minnetonka vistas.

School District: 

Wayzata Public Schools serves the Island Oaks area in Minnetonka, providing residents with access to one of Minnesota’s top-rated public education systems. This district spans eight cities, including Minnetonka, Wayzata, Plymouth, Medina, and Maple Grove, and covers approximately 38 square miles around Lake Minnetonka. As of the 2023‑24 school year, it educates around 12,700 students across 13 schools: nine elementary (K–5), three middle (6–8), one comprehensive high school (9–12), an early learning school, and a transition program for ages 18–21. Known for earning AAA bond ratings and academic excellence, the district boasts high math and reading proficiency rates, a 95% high school graduation rate, and nearly 60% student participation in Advanced Placement courses. Wayzata High School is the largest in Minnesota and competes athletically in the prestigious Lake Conference. Families in the Island Oaks development benefit from this strong educational foundation, making it a sought-after choice for quality, community-focused schooling.

Amenities: 

Nestled just minutes from downtown Wayzata and Excelsior, Island Oaks offers exceptional access to lakeside restaurants, boutique shops, and recreational trails. For fine dining with waterfront views, locals flock to 6Smith and COV in Wayzata. Casual favorites include Adele's Frozen Custard in Excelsior and Lago Tacos, a vibrant taco spot near the lakefront. Outdoor lovers appreciate easy access to the Dakota Rail Regional Trail and Lake Minnetonka Regional Park, perfect for biking, running, picnics, boating, and swimming. Whether it’s lakeside dining, boutique finds, or waterfront adventure, Island Oaks delivers a rich lakes‑area lifestyle.

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