Lynnhurst is a scenic, desirable neighborhood in Southwest Minneapolis, nestled along the southeastern shore of Lake Harriet and bisected by Minnehaha Creek, known for its tree‑lined streets, mix of historic homes, parks, and a lively local scene with shops, restaurants, and community amenities. The area is family‑oriented and walkable, with easy access to Lynnhurst Park, Burroughs Community School, the Washburn Library, and nearby recreation around Lake Harriet, making it a sought‑after place to live within the city. Historically, Lynnhurst began as a rural area of fields and pastures in the late 19th century before its first major development, known as “The Colony at Lynnhurst,” was established in 1893 when speculators encouraged the building of early homes to spur further growth. Streetcar expansion in the early 1900s accelerated development, and by the mid‑20th century much of the neighborhood had been built out with a variety of architectural styles reflective of its growth. The neighborhood’s name likely derives from abundant linden trees, and its long‑standing residential character and extensive park network—including land acquired for Lynnhurst Park in 1921—have helped maintain its attractive natural setting and community appeal.
6,562 people live in Lynnhurst MPLS Lakes, where the median age is 42 and the average individual income is $95,753. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Lynnhurst MPLS Lakes, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Paper Bag Cookie, Timberland, and Lumos7 Pilates.
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| Dining | 1.94 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 4.84 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.02 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.22 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.59 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.59 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.33 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.2 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.21 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.42 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Lynnhurst MPLS Lakes has 2,362 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lynnhurst MPLS Lakes do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 6,562 people call Lynnhurst MPLS Lakes home. The population density is 7,934.289 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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