Hopkins
Small Town Heart, Big City Soul
Hopkins is a small, walkable city of 20,000 that punches well above its weight — with a thriving arts scene, a beloved Main Street, excellent restaurants, and a strong sense of community. Just 10 miles from Minneapolis, it offers the charm of a small town with easy access to everything the metro has to offer..
Why Hopkins Stands Out
Hopkins is a small, walkable city of 20,000 that punches well above its weight — with a thriving arts scene, a beloved Main Street, excellent restaurants, and a strong sense of community. Just 10 miles from Minneapolis, it offers the charm of a small town with easy access to everything the metro has to offer.
Vibrant Main Street
Hopkins' Mainstreet is one of the most charming and walkable commercial corridors in the metro, lined with local restaurants, boutiques, and coffee shops.
Arts & Culture
Hopkins has a thriving arts community, with the Hopkins Center for the Arts, public murals, and a strong local theater scene.
Affordable Housing
Hopkins offers some of the most affordable housing in the western suburbs, making it a top choice for first-time buyers.
Light Rail Access
The new Green Line extension includes a Hopkins station, providing direct light rail access to downtown Minneapolis.
Shady Oak Beach
A beautiful swimming beach on Shady Oak Lake, just minutes from downtown Hopkins — a beloved summer destination.
Strong Community
Hopkins has an exceptionally strong sense of community, with active neighborhood associations and beloved annual events.
Neighborhoods Within Hopkins
Each pocket of Hopkins has its own personality. Click any highlighted area on the map to explore its character, price range, and lifestyle.
Downtown / Mainstreet
The walkable heart of Hopkins with restaurants, boutiques, the arts center, and a mix of apartments and historic homes.
West Hopkins
A quiet residential area with affordable single-family homes and easy access to Shady Oak Lake.
East Hopkins
A diverse neighborhood bordering St. Louis Park with a mix of housing types and convenient access to major employers.
Hopkins Fun Facts
Hopkins was once known as the 'Raspberry Capital of the World,' producing more raspberries than any other city in the US.
The Hopkins Center for the Arts hosts over 200 performances and events each year.
Hopkins has one of the highest concentrations of locally-owned restaurants per capita in the western suburbs.
First-time homebuyers, young professionals, and families who want a walkable, community-oriented city with affordable housing and easy access to Minneapolis.
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