Parkwood Knolls is a peaceful neighborhood characterized by its calm and quiet atmosphere. Residents have easy access to several nearby green spaces, including Lincoln Drive Floodplain and Van Valkenburg Park, offering ample opportunity to connect with nature. This neighborhood is notable for its convenient car access, with many properties a short drive from the highway and ample parking available. The area supports cycling with accessible infrastructure that enhances mobility. Housing options include a mix of single detached homes, townhouses, and apartments, many constructed between the 1960s and 1980s, featuring spacious layouts with three or more bedrooms to accommodate various preferences.
The character of Parkwood Knolls is exemplified by its slower-paced atmosphere. It is very easy to get to parks from the majority of locations in the neighborhood since there are about 10 of them close by for residents to check out. Most areas in this part of Edina are very quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
This championship 18‑hole golf course, driving range and indoor Golf Dome sit right on the southwestern edge of Prospect Knolls, offering year‑round recreation and scenic green space unique to the neighborhood.
A 21‑acre municipal park nestled within the neighborhood featuring soccer fields, tennis courts, a hockey rink and walking trails—all just steps from residential streets.
Rezoned to highly rated schools—Creek Valley Elementary, Valley View Middle and Edina High School—this cluster of A‑plus institutions is a major draw for neighborhood families.
A local gathering spot, Edina Coffee Roasters serves as a neighborhood hub nearby, while the Edina Market and Deli on Cahill Road offers convenience shopping just steps away.
Each August, neighbors gather for a lively block party in the Tralee Drive cul‑de‑sac featuring live music, local food trucks and ice cream—a beloved recurring community tradition.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
This free, nearby Edina tradition gives Prospect Knolls residents an easy way to dispose of Halloween pumpkins while enjoying an amusing community activity. Families can bring jack-o’-lanterns to smash and compost at Countryside Park, making it a practical and festive post-Halloween outing for children and adults.
View event details →Preschoolers and kindergarteners from Prospect Knolls can enjoy a creative morning close to home at the Edina Library. The Children’s Theatre Company collaboration invites young participants to explore dragons, unicorns and other imaginary creatures through visual art, making it a playful indoor option during chilly November weather.
View event details →Edina High School’s large-scale production offers Prospect Knolls residents a convenient opportunity to support local student performers while enjoying a family-friendly musical. The production features more than 100 students, beloved songs, elaborate staging and flying effects, making it a strong nearby arts choice for households with children or visiting relatives.
View event details →The Edina Chorale’s seasonal concert is especially convenient for Prospect Knolls residents, with performances at the nearby Calvary Christian Reformed Church on France Avenue. Its mix of familiar holiday favorites, choral classics and newer sacred and secular works offers a polished, community-oriented way to begin the holiday season locally.
View event details →This free, all-ages performance at Edinborough Park gives Prospect Knolls families a relaxed indoor evening option only a short drive away. The Bavarian Musikmeisters provide lively musical entertainment, while the adjacent indoor play areas make the venue particularly practical for families who want dinner, playtime and a show in one outing.
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Local characteristics and demographics for Prospect Knolls
