Dewey Hill is a peaceful neighborhood featuring predominantly spacious apartment buildings, along with some townhouses and single detached homes. The area offers a variety of housing options with several units containing two or more bedrooms. Calm streets contribute to a quiet, serene environment. Nearby green spaces provide accessible natural settings for recreation and relaxation. Dining options are available through local restaurants, and essential pharmacies are conveniently nearby. Although public transportation is limited, cycling routes are well-established, supporting convenient travel throughout the neighborhood. Easy parking and quick access to major highways make driving an efficient choice for residents in this area.
Dewey Hill offers a calm environment and will appeal to home buyers who enjoy spending time outdoors. Accessing public green spaces, including William Wardell Lewis Park, is very easy from most locations in the neighborhood since there are a few of them nearby for residents to explore. Most areas in this part of Edina are very quiet, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
Centrally located along Dewey Hill Road, Dewey Hill Park offers lush green space, walking paths, and a well-equipped playground, making it a favorite gathering spot for local families and a hub for outdoor recreation right in the heart of the neighborhood.
This highly regarded public elementary school sits just east of Dewey Hill, providing neighborhood families with top-rated education and a strong sense of community involvement within walking distance for most residents.
The stretch of France Avenue near Dewey Hill features a variety of local eateries and convenient shopping options, from cozy cafés to international cuisine, offering residents diverse dining without needing to leave the neighborhood.
Located just a short drive east, Southdale Center serves Dewey Hill residents as a major retail and social hub, with ample shopping, entertainment, and dining options—making everyday errands and weekend excursions remarkably convenient.
Accessed from Dewey Hill Road, this scenic multi-use trail weaves through woodlands and wetlands, providing safe paths for biking, walking, and jogging while connecting Dewey Hill to broader park systems across Edina and beyond.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
Bring your jack-o’-lantern for a family-friendly final hurrah at Countryside Park, where residents can join pumpkin-rolling and catapult contests before composting their pumpkins. It is a convenient, free Edina activity for Dewey Hill households and a fun way to transition from Halloween into the fall season.
View event details →This festive neighborhood brunch combines a runway show from local boutiques with food, drinks, music and giveaways. Located in the 50th & France district, it is especially convenient for Dewey Hill residents looking for a polished, adults-oriented seasonal outing close to home.
View event details →The free Edinborough entertainment series offers an easy indoor outing for families during chilly November evenings. The Bavarian Musikmeisters performance is close to Edina neighborhoods, and families can pair the concert with Adventure Peak playtime for a longer, kid-friendly visit.
View event details →Residents can stroll the walkable 50th & France district while browsing holiday gifts, enjoying caroling, and sampling cider and cookies at participating businesses. Its central Edina location makes this a particularly convenient seasonal shopping and dining event for people living in or near Dewey Hill.
View event details →The Edina Chorale’s seasonal concert features familiar holiday favorites alongside sacred and secular choral works, with cello and other featured musical elements. At 5300 France Avenue South, it offers Dewey Hill residents a nearby evening of live music without traveling into downtown Minneapolis.
View event details →The annual tree lighting brings Santa, caroling, sleigh rides, shopping and dining to Edina’s 50th & France district. It is a highly accessible family tradition for Dewey Hill residents and a festive way to begin the holiday season close to local restaurants, boutiques and neighborhood businesses.
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Local characteristics and demographics for Dewey Hill
