Most of Chanhassen is located within Carver County; however, 154 acres in eastern Chanhassen are located in Hennepin County.

There are twelve beautiful, clean lakes wholly or partially located within the City limits: Christmas Lake, Harrison Lake, Lake Ann, Lake Lucy, Lake Minnewashta, Lake Riley, Lake St. Joe, Lake Susan, Lotus Lake, Rice Lake, Rice Marsh Lake, and Silver Lake.

Chanhassen has small town charm with quaint neighborhoods and a thriving business community. Thousands of people visit Chanhassen each year to visit destinations such as the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres and the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum.

The city is served by two public school districts: Minnetonka District 276 and Chaska District 112. Many quality private schools are also available.

Our thriving businesses include a variety of commercial and industrial companies. Downtown Chanhassen offers great shopping, eating, and entertainment. Office and warehouse buildings are located in various industrial parks throughout the city. Since 1995, the City has added 3 million square feet of commercial/industrial space, which includes approximately 550 businesses that employ over 9,500 people.

Chanhassen industries include: printing, financial services, medical products, engineering, food production, high-tech manufacturing, and many more.

Chanhassen's 500-acre park system features five community parks and 22 neighborhood parks scattered throughout the community. There are 55 miles of trails and sidewalks for walkers, bikers, runners, and in-line skaters to enjoy. The trails connect downtown, parks, and neighborhoods.

The Chanhassen Senior Center, located in the lower level of City Hall, is a social gathering place for people 55 and over. The center offers programs, trips, meals on wheels, and congregate dining.

The Chanhassen Recreation Center (located on the east side of Bluff Creek Elementary School) provides residents with the opportunity to stay fit. There is a fitness room, gym, aerobic/dance studio, and five public meeting rooms that are available for rent.

With the generous support of area businesses, the City hosts several community events each year: February Festival, Easter Egg/Candy Hunt, Arbor Day Celebration, July 4th Celebration, Fire Department Open House, Halloween Party, and Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Chanhassen was one of the first areas in Carver County to be settled, yet the city's natural backdrop maintains most of its original tranquility, with numerous wide-open expanses of rolling green hills and plains scarcely touched by development. Chanhassen's very name means “the tree with sweet sap,” referring to a sugar maple tree. The residential real estate value is complemented by the beauty of the natural surroundings.

Housing Cost

In Chanhassen, the average home price is $340,000, while prices range from $160,000 to 3,000,000. The average townhouse/condo price is $170,000, while prices range from $120,000 to $300,000.

Demographics

Estimated population in July 2006: 23,520. Chanhassen covers 20.8 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 976 feet above sea level.

Weather

Chanhassen, MN climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and extremely cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 10's.

The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 85.80 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 3.40 degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 23 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 21 degrees Fahrenheit.

The annual average precipitation at Chanhassen is 30.44 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is August with an average rainfall of 4.48 Inches.

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