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Park · Public beach
Surfside Park & Beach
A City of Mound park with a beach, playground, picnic area, volleyball, and fishing.
City park
The neighborhood
What Mound is actually like to live in
Mound is a compact Lake Minnetonka city on the western side of the lake. This guide tracks its housing market alongside the other west-metro hubs for buyers and sellers, while the exact home, route, and any documented lake-access rights remain property-specific questions.
The City of Mound identifies 37 parks and open spaces, while the paved Dakota Rail Regional Trail passes through town. Surfside Park & Beach provides public recreation; public access and a private property's dock eligibility are separate questions.
Westonka Public Schools serves Mound, but the city name does not guarantee a particular school assignment. Confirm the current boundary and assigned school directly with the district before buying.
Recent sales
Recently sold with Bryce across the west metro
Real listings from Bryce’s Zillow profile — his current active listing and homes he’s recently helped clients buy and sell across the west metro, from Minneapolis and Edina to the Lake Minnetonka corridor. View verified reviews and current activity on Bryce’s Zillow profile.
The lifestyle
What it’s like to live here
Schools
- Westonka Public Schools (ISD 277)
- Shirley Hills Primary and Westonka Middle School are in Mound
- Confirm the assigned school for the exact address
Commute
- About 20 miles west of Minneapolis, according to the city
- 31.0-minute mean travel time to work citywide (Census 2020–2024)
- Test the address-to-destination route at the expected travel time
Parks & Trails
- 37 city parks and open spaces
- Surfside Park & Beach
- Dakota Rail Regional Trail through Mound
Dining
- Al & Alma's Supper Club and Charter Cruises
- Carbone's Pizzeria Bar & Grill
- Surfside Bar & Grill
From Bryce
“In Mound, I would separate the house from every access claim. A nearby commons, dock, or slip can sound simple in a listing, but the value question starts with the current city record and the rules for that exact property.”
Bryce Caldwell · RE/MAX Results · West metro agent
Local knowledge
Bryce’s picks in Mound
Trail · Paved
Dakota Rail Regional Trail
A Three Rivers Park District regional trail that passes through Mound, with local trail parking.
Regional trail
Good to know
Common questions about Mound, MN
What is the Mound MN housing market like?
The market panel on this page uses a monthly Zillow snapshot for Mound's typical home value, median list price, inventory, and other reported metrics. These citywide aggregates are context rather than a valuation of a specific home, and some metrics may be unavailable in smaller monthly samples.
What school district is Mound MN in?
Mound is served by Westonka Public Schools, ISD 277. Shirley Hills Primary and Westonka Middle School are in Mound, while other district campuses are nearby. Confirm the assigned school for a specific address directly with the district.
How should Mound homebuyers verify lake access?
Start with the current City of Mound record and rules for the exact property; a city address or nearby commons does not prove access. The dedicated Mound lake-access guide explains the dock, slip, and abutting-site questions to check in more detail.
How far is Mound MN from Minneapolis?
The City of Mound describes the community as approximately 20 miles west of Minneapolis. That is a geographic reference, not a promised commute time; test the route from the specific property to the actual destination.
Does Mound MN have a public beach?
Yes. Surfside Park & Beach is a City of Mound park with a beach, playground, picnic and barbecue area, beach volleyball, fishing, and a rentable depot. Check current city notices before a visit.
Does the Dakota Rail Regional Trail go through Mound?
Yes. Three Rivers Park District's paved Dakota Rail Regional Trail passes through Mound. The park district lists trail parking in Mound and publishes current hours, closures, and winter-maintenance details.
Market report
Mound market update — July 2026
74
Active listings
$395K
Median list price
+1.5%
Year-over-year
Mound's monthly counts can move, so use the citywide snapshot to frame the search, then compare the condition, location, and documented access of the specific home. Do not treat a citywide value or asking-price median as an appraisal.
Zillow · Updated July 2026
Local intel
Living in Mound
Everything about Mound and the lake around it — the schools, the water, the trails, and where to eat.
Neighborhood guide
Living in Mound MN: Lake Access Guide
Living in Mound MN puts Lake Minnetonka, 37 parks and open spaces, and Westonka schools about 20 miles west of Minneapolis, with dock access to verify by home.
6 min read
Trails & parks
Dakota Rail Regional Trail: Miles, Parking & Winter Use
Official Dakota Rail Trail mileage, hours, parking addresses, winter maintenance and county-segment details for planning a Lake Minnetonka trip.
6 min read
Waterfront guide
How to Compare Lake Minnetonka Bays Before Buying
Compare Lake Minnetonka bays by parcel-level depth, dock status, quiet-water rules, water quality, legal access and city requirements before buying.
10 min read
Lake life
How Deep Is Lake Minnetonka? Official Depth & Size
Lake Minnetonka reaches 113 feet in Crystal Bay and averages 30 feet deep. Compare the DNR and LMCD size figures and find the official map reference.
6 min read
Buyer guide
Lake Minnetonka Condos With Boat Slips: Buyer Guide
A Lake Minnetonka condo listing may say dock access without conveying a slip. Verify the recorded right, assignment rules, costs, fit, and availability.
8 min read
Lake life
Lake Minnetonka Public Beaches: Hours, Parking & Status
Compare Wayzata Beach, Excelsior Commons, and Lake Minnetonka Swim Pond, including parking, lifeguards, fees, and live water-quality status.
6 min read
Lake life
Lake Minnetonka Public Boat Launches: 2026 Guide
Compare Lake Minnetonka public boat launches, including Gray's Bay parking, Regional Park fees, Spring Park spaces, and the 2026 boating rules.
7 min read
Food & drink
Dock and Dine on Lake Minnetonka: Restaurants by Boat
Compare Lake Minnetonka restaurants by boat, from Lord Fletcher's verified slips to current Excelsior and Wayzata municipal dock-and-walk access.
6 min read
Buyer guide
Lake Minnetonka Housing Market: June 2026
Lake Minnetonka Area closed sales fell 10.2% in June 2026, while the monthly median rose 37.6%; the larger rolling-year median rose 10.1%.
7 min read
Waterfront guide
Buying a Lake Minnetonka Waterfront Home
Buying a Lake Minnetonka waterfront home starts with verifying legal water access, dock status, local permits, flood coverage, wells, septic, and title records.
12 min read
Seller guide
Sell a Lake Minnetonka Waterfront Home
Selling a Lake Minnetonka waterfront home requires separate site, water, and house pricing, a complete property file, smart preparation, and terms-based offer review.
13 min read
Seller guide
What Is My Lake Minnetonka Home Worth?
A Lake Minnetonka home's value depends on recent comparable sales, current competition, condition, and waterfront traits - not one price-per-foot formula.
8 min read
Nearby
Neighborhoods near Mound
Minnetrista
from $700KThe rural west edge of the lake — acreage, new construction, and room to breathe.
Orono
from $1.2MWooded acreage and private drives on the north shore. The west metro's quiet ceiling.
Shorewood
from $550KQuiet, wooded, and next to Excelsior — the 276 schools with a little more yard.
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