Shorewood is a residential community on the southern side of Lake Minnetonka, known for its established neighborhoods, mature trees, and proximity to the lake. Its combination of quiet residential streets, natural surroundings, and access to nearby amenities makes it appealing to buyers seeking a balance between lakeside living and everyday convenience.
Shorewood real estate includes traditional single-family homes, midcentury residences, renovated properties, custom construction, and waterfront homes. Neighborhoods vary in lot size, architecture, and proximity to the water, offering a range of housing options beyond the luxury lakeshore market.
Shorewood offers convenient access to the surrounding Lake Minnetonka communities, including Excelsior, where residents can enjoy restaurants, shops, and waterfront recreation. Nearby trails, parks, and recreational facilities provide opportunities for walking, cycling, and outdoor activities throughout the year.
The city's residential character is shaped by wooded streets, established homes, and access to both lake-oriented recreation and everyday services. For buyers who appreciate a quieter neighborhood setting while remaining close to the amenities of the western suburbs, Shorewood offers an appealing combination.
Shorewood's housing market includes established residences, renovated homes, custom properties, and luxury waterfront real estate. Property values reflect factors such as location, lot characteristics, architectural quality, condition, and proximity to Lake Minnetonka. Waterfront homes also require careful consideration of shoreline frontage, water depth, views, and docking conditions.
Explore Shorewood waterfront homes through our dedicated property search below, or browse all available Shorewood homes in the Property Listings section. For guidance on evaluating lakeshore properties, read our Lake Minnetonka Waterfront Homes Guide, or visit the Lake Minnetonka Neighborhood Guide to compare surrounding communities.
7,679 people live in Shorewood, where the median age is 48 and the average individual income is $87,623. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Shorewood, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Mgm, All Bodies Pilates & Wellness Holistic Health Coaching, and South Shore Community Senior Center.
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Shorewood has 2,952 households, with an average household size of 2.6. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Shorewood do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 7,679 people call Shorewood home. The population density is 1,446 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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