Edina Apartments and Rentals

Bordering southwest Minneapolis, the prosperous suburb of Edina is practically in the city, but its many shopping and dining options make it a destination in itself. Home to fashionistas and foodies, the city is a trendy choice for suburban living with an urban feel.

People looking for apartments for rent in Edina will enjoy the town’s parks and golf courses, as well as many cultural attractions and convenient access to Minneapolis. Offering suburban calm right in the thick of one of the country’s most exciting regions, Edina appeals to a wide range of lifestyles.

Once a part of nearby Richfield, the Village of Edina became its own entity in 1888, taking its name from a small flour mill on Minnehaha Creek. A quiet home to Irish and Scottish farmers until the 1950s, the city became a local destination in 1956 with the construction of the Southdale Center mall, the first fully enclosed shopping mall in the country. Now a major retail hub, Edina is criss-crossed by several major highways, including Minnesota Highways 62 and 100 and Interstate 494, giving drivers an easy route to and from Minneapolis and Saint Paul.

Home to around 48,000 people according to 2010 U.S. Census data, Edina boasts a thriving economy with multiple corporate headquarters, as well as a vibrant downtown commercial area at 50th Street and France Avenue. Residents looking for Edina rentals can take advantage of the city’s local businesses and attractions, as well as those of the nearby Twin Cities.

Edina is home to the Minneapolis Media Institute, while the wider Twin Cities area is home to a large number of private and public institutions, including the University of Minnesota. With public transportation straight to downtown Minneapolis, studying in the Twin Cities is not a problem.

Many Edina residents commute to adjacent Minneapolis or nearby Saint Paul, but the town is home to many major employers of its own. Being the headquarters for Dairy Queen, Dow Water & Process Solutions, BI Worldwide, salon conglomerate Regis, grocery retailer Nash Finch and local real estate firm Edina Realty, Edina has a wealth of job options in a variety of industries. Other significant employers include the Fairview Southdale Hospital and Edina Public Schools.

Edina is one of the area’s most affluent communities, and residents can expect a relatively high cost of living.  With a population dominated by homeowners, Edina has a small stock of rental properties, which keeps prices competitive.

U.S. Census Bureau data shows that the median gross rent from 2008-2010 in Edina was $1,096. Additional research shows one bedroom apartments renting for around $680 to $1400 per month. Residents interested in cutting costs may be able to take advantage of the fact that Edina is served by a number of transit bus routes, with a major hub at Southdale Center.

Home to Southdale Center, Edina is a haven for shoppers. Residents overwhelmed by the size of the Southdale area will find many other great shopping options downtown around 50th and France, a strip known for its boutiques and restaurants. With fine dining options and cute cafes - the original Caribou Coffee location opened its doors here - Edina is a great place to grab a bite to eat or a cup of coffee.

The city is also a great place for golfing, with private courses at the Edina Country Club and Interlachen Country Club, as well as a nationally recognized public course in Braemar Park. All three courses are the frequent hosts of local, state and national tournaments. Edina’s many other parks and lakes also provide relaxing outdoor refuges.

Edina hosts several local art initiatives, and residents also have easy access to the world class theater, music, art and dining of the nearby Twin Cities.

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