Shorewood

Tucked along the scenic shores of Lake Minnetonka and Christmas Lake, Shorewood is a peaceful lakeside community with a rich past. Originally a rural getaway, Shorewood flourished in the 19th century as a popular destination for city dwellers, thanks to the trolley line connecting Minneapolis to Excelsior. Today, it blends that historic charm with modern convenience, offering serene neighborhoods, natural beauty, and easy access to both lake life and urban amenities. Whether you're drawn to outdoor adventure or a quiet sense of community, Shorewood offers a perfect balance of both.

Real Estate Statistics

Average Price $1.8M
Lowest Price $530K
Highest Price $3.8M
Total Listings 11
Avg. Days On Market 24
Avg. Price/SQFT $362

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Shorewood Highlights:

Shorewood, located in Hennepin County, is a picturesque lakeside city with a population of around 8,000 people. Nestled between Excelsior and Tonka Bay, Shorewood stretches six miles long and one mile wide, covering more than 3,600 acres. The city includes three islands on Lake Minnetonka, Enchanted, Shady, and Spray, with most of its lakeshore along beautiful Gideon Bay. Known for its scenic charm and peaceful neighborhoods, Shorewood also offers convenient access to Minneapolis, making it a popular choice for commuters. Residents enjoy peace of mind with top-notch public safety services provided by the Excelsior Fire District, the South Lake Minnetonka Police Department, and support from Mound Fire for the islands. With its low crime rate, strong sense of community, and calm lakeside setting, Shorewood is a truly special place to call home.

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Shorewood is primarily residential, with only a few retail and commercial offerings. The abundance of parks and green space make this close-in city feel rural. The majority of the lake homes in Shorewood face North overlooking Big Island.

MINNETONKA SCHOOL DISTRICT

Shorewood is located within the Minnetonka School District. The Minnetonka Public School District is among the highest-performing school districts in Minnesota and the nation and proudly serves families in all or part of 10 communities: Minnetonka, Chanhassen, Deephaven, Eden Prairie, Excelsior, Greenwood, Shorewood, Tonka Bay, Victoria, and Woodland. In addition, students from 45 other Minnesota school districts attend Minnetonka schools through the state's Open Enrollment program.  

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MUNICIPAL BOAT SLIPS

The City of Shorewood does not offer designated municipal boat slips to its residents; however, residents are encouraged to apply through the City of Excelsior’s municipal dock program. Anyone may apply to be placed on Excelsior’s Dock Wait List, and application materials can be found on the City of Excelsior’s website. All application materials must be submitted to the City by March 31.

When slips become available, the City of Excelsior contacts applicants from the Dock Wait List in the following order of priority:

  1. Excelsior residents renewing an existing slip
  2. Excelsior residents without mooring access on their property, in order of application
  3. Excelsior residents with mooring access on their property, in order of application
  4. Residents of School District #276 who are not Excelsior residents, in order of application
  5. Hennepin County residents who are not Excelsior or School District #276 residents, in order of application

For more details and eligibility requirements, please visit the City of Excelsior’s website.

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