Minnetonka is a
gorgeous community with clusters of residential neighborhoods set on
wooded lots and hillsides. Minnetonka is located eight miles west of
Minneapolis.
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Highly Desirable Community
An excellent school system, a variety of attractive home
styles and prices, top-notch parks and recreation, and easy
access to Minneapolis make Minnetonka one of the most desirable
communities in the Twin
Cities.
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The community has a land area of 28 square miles and offers
attractive housing options from secluded estates to attractive single
family homes and townhomes.
Major Employers
Minnetonka has emerged as one of the commercial leaders in the
Minneapolis - St. Paul area.
Minnetonka is home to many
nationally recognized firms and numerous retail shopping centers.
Major employers in Minnetonka include:
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Cargill
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Carlson Companies
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St. Jude Medical
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Allina Health
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Osmonics
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Lots of Recreation
Minnetonka Community Services Department offers a comprehensive
program for the south shore Lake Minnetonka suburbs. Playground programs
are offered in eight parks in the area.
Lessons are available in swimming, tennis, wrestling, gymnastics,
judo, canoeing, and sailing. A number of summer adventure programs have
been organized including such features as creative dramatics and field
trips.
Life on Lake Minnetonka
Water activities of all sorts are available on beautiful Lake
Minnetonka and the other smaller lakes which surround it.
The Minnetonka Art Center is very popular among residents interested
in pottery, sculpture, painting, and arts and crafts.

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