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 welcoming program is designed for children from birth to age five and their caregivers, with books, rhymes, music, movement, and play. It is a convenient weekday morning activity for Prospect Knolls families seeking an easy, low-cost outing close to home.
View event details →Parents and caregivers with babies up to 24 months can enjoy a short, developmentally appropriate session featuring stories, songs, rhymes, and movement. For Prospect Knolls residents with infants, it offers a nearby way to build early-literacy routines and meet other local families.
View event details →Adults and seniors can bring their own craft project and work alongside other makers in a relaxed library meeting-room setting. The open-ended format makes this a particularly appealing nearby option for Prospect Knolls residents who want creative company without committing to a formal class.
View event details →Library staff provide one-on-one help with computers, smartphones, tablets, e-readers, Microsoft Office, and library services. It is a practical, free resource close to Prospect Knolls for residents who would rather receive hands-on assistance than troubleshoot technology alone.
View event details →Families can exchange gently used Halloween costumes and give last year’s outfits a new life at this free, all-ages event. Edinborough Park is a short trip from Prospect Knolls, making this a useful and festive way to prepare for Halloween while saving money and reducing waste.
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Local characteristics and demographics for Prospect Knolls
