Inside Excelsior MN: Water Street Tour & Lake Minnetonka Real Estate

Ever wondered what it’s really like to live in a lakeside town that feels straight out of a Hallmark movie? In this video, you’ll walk right down Water Street in Excelsior, Minnesota and see why this small Lake Minnetonka town has become one of the most desirable suburbs in the entire Minneapolis metro. From charming boutiques and coffee shops to packed patios and ice cream lines on summer nights, this is where classic small-town vibes collide with big-city convenience and true lake life.

The tour starts on the shoreline at Excelsior Commons, a 13-acre lakeside park with beaches, a bandshell, ballfields, and public docks that make Lake Minnetonka feel like your backyard. Then it’s time to head up Water Street on foot, stopping by local favorites like Haskell’s, Maynard’s, Yumi, Coalition, Olives, Red Bench Bakery, Excelsior Brewing, and more. Along the way, you’ll get a feel for just how walkable and lively this little town of roughly 2,300 residents really is—day and night, summer and winter.

From there, the video dives into Excelsior real estate. You’ll see three very different homes that help frame what it actually costs to live here today: a charming early-1900s home just off Main Street, a historic property with serious character, and a rare Lake Minnetonka shoreline estate—one of only a small handful of true lakeshore homes within Excelsior proper. Along the way you’ll hear real numbers on price per square foot, how Excelsior compares to neighboring suburbs, and why demand here stays high even as inventory stays tight.

If you’re thinking about moving to Minneapolis but want that combination of lake life, walkable Main Street, and quick access to the city, Excelsior absolutely belongs on your shortlist. It sits on the south shore of Lake Minnetonka, about 20–30 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and roughly 30–35 minutes from MSP Airport, making it a true lifestyle upgrade without giving up metro access.

If you're thinking about living in Minneapolis, Minnesota or any other Minneapolis suburb, we'd love to help! We can help you navigate the Minneapolis Minnesota real estate market. Just give us a call, shoot us a text, send us an email, or schedule a Zoom call, and we'd love to help you make a smooth move to Minneapolis and the Twin Cities of Minnesota!
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00:00 Discovering Excelsior MN | Lake Minnetonka’s Most Charming Town
00:41 Where Is Excelsior Minnesota? | Map Breakdown & Commute Times
03:06 Inside Excelsior Commons | Lakefront Park on Lake Minnetonka
06:09 Walking Historic Water Street | Main Street Tour Begins
06:40 Best Food in Excelsior | Ice Cream, Dining & Hidden Favorites
08:09 Charming Boutiques & Small-Town Vibes in Excelsior MN
10:47 Excelsior Brewing & Top Local Restaurants You Must Try
15:53 Events in Excelsior | Apple Days, 4th of July & Year-Round Festivals
17:30 Excelsior Real Estate Market | What Homes Really Cost Here
17:59 Home Tour #1 | Historic 253 First Street ($819K)
18:56 Home Tour #2 | Stunning 1916 Historic Property ($2.1M)
20:22 Lake Minnetonka Luxury Living | $6.5M Waterfront Estate Tour
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**All stats, data, house pricing, and anything else mentioned is always subject to change and is provided merely as an example at the time of this recording. Most stats and data come from the following sites and are not based on our opinions: greatschools.org, www.uscensus.gov, niche.com, and various local and municipal websites. Its important to do your own research and consult appropriate subject matter authorities before making decisions.
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Chris Bremner, Minneapolis Minnesota Real Estate Agent |
Brokered by eXp Realty
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