Excelsior is a very small city in Minnesota with just 2,188 residents. Though small, the city has plenty to offer residents. It has a very low unemployment rate of just 2.3%, lower than Minnesota's unemployment rate of 6.4 percent, and it offers a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere.
The suburban and rural area sits right on Excelsior Bay on Lake Minnetonka. It was one of the first communities on the lake, and residents still make full use of the town docks for sailing, boating and fishing. There's even a commons area along the banks of the lake perfect for an afternoon stroll or picnics. It's also just half an hour from Minneapolis and professional sports, world-class restaurants, museums and cultural events.
Image via Flickr by Greg Gjerdingen
The small downtown area has all the services you would expect for a suburban city from sushi restaurants, to hair salons, to shopping outlets. There's also a theater and plenty of activities and events like Apple Day, fairs and festivals, and concerts in the park during the spring and summer. Much of the surrounding area is tree-lined neighborhoods, some featuring lakeside property.
Source - http://www.usacityfacts.com/mn/hennepin/excelsior/economy/
Relocation
If you are moving to Excelsior consider yourself lucky. You are moving into a nice, quiet residential area with plenty of outdoor activities. However, you should keep a few things in mind. Minnesota is very cold during the winter with temperatures dropping well below freezing, and severe snowstorms and blizzards. If you are moving here be sure you have a reliable, snow-ready vehicle with four-wheel drive and snow tires.
Since Excelsior is small, there are few well-defined neighborhoods. Homes are either in strictly residential areas, along the lake shore, or close to the downtown areas.
More about Excelsior Neighborhoods
School District Information
Excelsior students attend school in the Minnetonka Public School District #276. The district services communities in the surrounding area including Deephaven, Eden Prairie, and Tonka Bay. About 9,600 students in grades K to 12 attend this district which runs six elementary schools, including Excelsior Elementary, for students in Excelsior. It also runs two middle schools and one high school, Minnetonka High School.
The district's aim is to deliver the best education possible and to encourage a higher level of performance among students. The results show in test scores where most of the public schools in the district outperform. Excelsior Elementary students scored well above average on standardized tests. This excellent rating is one reason residents enjoy living here.
Source - http://www.minnetonka.k12.mn.us/Schools/Pages/default.aspx
GreatSchools.org ranked Excelsior Schools a 10 out of 10. See the GreatSchools ranking here:
http://www.greatschools.org/south-carolina/columbia/
School Information Resources
Here are some helpful resources for more information on Excelsior schools:
http://www.minnetonka.k12.mn.us/Schools/Pages/default.aspx
http://www.minnetonka.k12.mn.us/Schools/MinnetonkaHighSchool/Pages/default.aspx
http://minnetonka.k12.mn.us/academics/Pages/About-Academic-Achievement.aspx
Excelsior Resources
Find the resources you need here to make your move to Excelsior easier:
Excelsior Government
Excelsior Waste & Recycling
Excelsior City News
Housing Information
The housing market in Excelsior is robust due to the strong educational system, pleasant atmosphere, and lifestyle. The median listing price is $450,000, slightly more than surrounding areas. Properties for sale include townhouses, single-family homes, lake houses, and condominiums.
While the median home price may seem high, you can find nice family homes (up to 5 bedrooms) in upscale neighborhoods for between $320,000 to $400,000. By the same token, 3-bedroom condos and townhouses list for around $220,000. Homes right on the shores of the lake and luxury homes cost much more, up to $1.2 million or more.
Source - http://www.bestplaces.net/city/ohio/columbus
Use these helpful links to start your new home search:
http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-search/Excelsior_MN
http://www.zillow.com/excelsior-mn/
Employment Resources
Find a job in Excelsior:
http://www.indeed.com/l-Excelsior,-MN-jobs.html
http://www.snagajob.com/jobs/minnesota/excelsior_jobs.html
Excelsior News
Keep up with local Excelsior news and current events here:
http://www.ci.excelsior.mn.us/index.aspx?NID=82
http://www.swnewsmedia.com/lakeshore_weekly/
http://sailor.mnsun.com/
