COMMUNITY PROFILE Uptown, Minneapolis

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1 COMMUNITY PROFILE Uptown, Minneapolis 394 HENNEPIN AVE LYNDALE AVE 94 Uptown DOWNTOWN MINNEAPOLIS 35W W. LAKE STREET 35W 94 Uptown is a vibrant commercial and residential district located two miles southwest of Downtown Minneapolis. The neighborhood is conveniently located with access to I-394, I-94 and 35W. Adjacent to Bde Maka Ska and Lake of the Isles, Uptown is also a popular recreation area. Uptown includes the Hennepin Avenue Corridor that leads from Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street to Downtown Minneapolis, as well as the Lyndale Avenue Corridor leading to the distinctive Lyn-Lake business node. Uptown has traditionally spanned the corners of four neighborhoods: Lowry Hill East, ECCO, CARAG and East Isles. All four are within the Calhoun Isles community. Historically the boundaries of Uptown are Bde Maka Ska to the west, Bryant Avenue to the east, 32nd Street to the south and 24th Street to the north.

The Hennepin Avenue Corridor offers nearly a mile

Northbound leads to Downtown Minneapolis I-94 and

And at over 26,000 vehicles per day, it s easily

Retail & Trade The Uptown business community is a

franchises, regional and national operators.

consumer choices within each business category.

Square, a landmark shopping center at the

2-story commercial center, and the Hennepin

2 The Hennepin Avenue Corridor offers nearly a mile of retail options. Northbound leads to Downtown Minneapolis I-94 and I-394. And at over 26,000 vehicles per day, it s easily one of the busiest thoroughfares in Minneapolis. Retail & Trade The Uptown business community is a mixture of independent owner-operated stores, franchises, regional and national operators. The business base is diverse with substantial consumer choices within each business category. The three largest retail sections are Calhoun Square, a landmark shopping center at the intersection of Hennepin and Lake; Uptown Row, a 2-story commercial center, and the Hennepin Avenue Corridor which features independent boutiques selling designer clothing, vintage garb, furnishings and locally made gifts. Uptown Row Uptown Retailers

Stella s Fish Cafe is one of the most popular destinations in Uptown.

bagel delis, ice cream parlors and taverns.

American fare. The variety draws patrons from all over the Twin Cities.

3 Stella s Fish Cafe is one of the most popular destinations in Uptown. The 3-story seafood restaurant features a prestige oyster bar and a roomy, industrial-chic setting. Dining & Entertainment Uptown features an astonishing 60 restaurant choices within a 1 mile radius. The venues range from business lunch, casual dining, gastropubs, night clubs, fast food chains, bagel delis, ice cream parlors and taverns. The cuisine is a smattering of various multicultural and ethnic choices, vegan, comfort food and American fare. The variety draws patrons from all over the Twin Cities. There are two movie theatres in Uptown, both owned by Landmark Theatres: the Uptown Theatre and The Lagoon. Both screen mostly foreign, cult and art films. One of the most recognziable features of Uptown is its many rooftop patios. Rooftop dining is offered at Stella s, Libertine, Amore Uptown, Cowboy Slim s and Uptown Tavern. Calhoun Square Uptown Theatre Lagoon Theatre Chino Latino

LA Fitness is the neighborhood s premier fitness club offering several

As is common in Uptown, the rooftop is a patio for socializing and dining.

musicians, a center for counterculture and hippies, similar to East Village,

The artist community was popularized by the musician Prince, who started his

The area has been though a lot of redevelopment but has retained its

4 LA Fitness is the neighborhood s premier fitness club offering several amenities, including an Aerobics Room, Kids Klub, and Cycling Room. As is common in Uptown, the rooftop is a patio for socializing and dining. Hip & Trendy Uptown was formerly known as a vibrant center for artists and musicians, a center for counterculture and hippies, similar to East Village, Manhattan. The artist community was popularized by the musician Prince, who started his career in Uptown. The area has been though a lot of redevelopment but has retained its bohemian spirit even as things have changed. Adding to the mix are young professionals, students, families and recent college grads. Today Uptown is known for its eclectic mix of trendsetters, entrepreneurs and busy night life.

Thousands of commuters use the trail every year.

Active Lifestyle Uptown offers direct access to the Midtown Greenway, Minneapolis Chain of Lakes, and other

5 The Midtown Greenway is a 5.5 mile grade-separated bike and pedestrian trail that runs through the heart of Uptown. Thousands of commuters use the trail every year. It connects to the Chain of Lakes in the west, and the Mississippi trail system in the east. Active Lifestyle Uptown offers direct access to the Midtown Greenway, Minneapolis Chain of Lakes, and other outdoor activities a combination unparalleled in the urban core. Its residents are highly active and can be seen skirting around the neighborhood on foot, bikes and scooters. In the summer, kayaks, paddleboats and sailboats fill Bde Maka Ska and the surrounding lakes. Bde Maka Ska Bike/Walking Trails

The Walkway is one of several luxury apartments in the Uptown area.

lighting, ceramic tile, underground heated parking, a car washing service and more.

Executive Housing Within one mile of Hennepin & Lake there are over 35,000 residents in

The housing options range from mansions overlooking Uptown s two lakes to a variety of

6 The Walkway is one of several luxury apartments in the Uptown area. Amenities include hardwood floors, walk-in closets, quartz countertops, designer lighting, ceramic tile, underground heated parking, a car washing service and more. The lower level is a cycle bar and an upscale restaurant. Executive Housing Within one mile of Hennepin & Lake there are over 35,000 residents in over 19,000 households. The housing options range from mansions overlooking Uptown s two lakes to a variety of single-family homes, duplexes and multi-family buildings from the 1910s, 1920s and 1950s-2000s. The inner core of Uptown is a dense collection of luxury apartments with chic living quarters, rooftop patios and pools.

MoZaic Campus is a modern, amenity-rich office development consisting of two properties:

It features a robust connection to transit, art plaza, rooftop patios, conference center

Office Development The Uptown trade area is a nonstandard office submarket, with much of

7 MoZaic Campus is a modern, amenity-rich office development consisting of two properties: MoZaic East and MoZaic West. It features a robust connection to transit, art plaza, rooftop patios, conference center and high quality data connectivity. Office Development The Uptown trade area is a nonstandard office submarket, with much of the available office space distributed across numerous smaller buildings, many under 20,000 square feet. The construction of the MoZaic Campus in 2018, however, added 275,000 square feet and the opportunity for larger office units. The Carling The influx of professionals has increased the demand for amenities as well as the daytime population. Rainbow Building Lake Calhoun Center

The Uptown Art Fair is the second largest event in Minnesota, second

Events & Festivals All year there are several events and festivals

The Uptown Art Fair is the largest art fair in Minnesota.

three-day weekend, and features about 350 artists, 20 food vendors

8 The Uptown Art Fair is the second largest event in Minnesota, second only to the Minnesota State Fair. Events & Festivals All year there are several events and festivals that draw crowds to Uptown by the thousands. The Uptown Art Fair is the largest art fair in Minnesota. The fair features artists in 12 media including sculpture, painting, jewelry, ceramics, wood and more. The event attracts around 375,000 people over the course of the three-day weekend, and features about 350 artists, 20 food vendors and hundreds of volunteers. There s also the Bastille Day Block Party, the Uptown Coffee Festival, Minnesota Food Truck Fair, Rock the Garden and the Lyn/Lake Street Festival, among others.

Calhoun Square Ramp is the largest parking ramp in Uptown.

contract parking for many of the surrounding businesses.

smaller business are serviced by either parking meters, pay or private

The Uptown Transit Station offers over 1,500 trips per day, with

9 Calhoun Square Ramp is the largest parking ramp in Uptown. With over 720 stalls, it not only provides parking for guests but also contract parking for many of the surrounding businesses. Parking & Transit Parking in Uptown is a mix of street parking, lots and ramps. There are over 1,400 contract spaces within the core, and many of the smaller business are serviced by either parking meters, pay or private lots. Because of its density, public transportation is very popular. The Uptown Transit Station offers over 1,500 trips per day, with connections to and from the light rail. Most customers do their day-to-day errands on foot or by bike. WalkScore.com rates Uptown a 97 as in a Walker s and Biker s Paradise. Uptown Metro Transit Station

WELCOME. Calhoun Square is a 171,279 square foot, dominant urban retail destination with an attached five-level, 730-car parking garage.

WELCOME. Calhoun Square is a 171,279 square foot, dominant urban retail destination with an attached five-level, 730-car parking garage. WELCOME Calhoun Square is a 171,279 square foot, dominant urban retail destination with an attached five-level, 730-car parking garage. Calhoun Square is located at the Main and Main intersection in the