Morningside at 44th and France is an architecturally distinct Edina neighborhood. Its style reflects the turn of the century when the Como-Harriet Streetcar Line shuttled residents to and from a growing Minneapolis downtown. Once known as the Village of Morningside, it later became the most unique Edina neighborhood. Near 44th Street and France, Edina, you’ll find the home of Morningside’s first developer: the historic Jonathan Taylor Grimes House.

Residents of the distinct and independent Morningside at 44th and France area develop cohesive relationships through grassroots events and organizations. With only about 750 homes, this Edina neighborhood remains very much like the village it once was. For example, the century-old Morningside Babysitting Cooperative tracks members’ shared childcare hours, and the active Morningside neighborhood association ensures that the Edina neighborhood is well represented by city officials.

With the Morningside area’s limited number of properties, an Edina Realty REALTOR^® can help you stay up to date on buying opportunities. Whether you’re looking for an investment property or an elegantly remodeled home, you’ll find architectural styles ranging from traditional Tudors, craftsman styles, ramblers, bungalows and cottages.

Morningside neighborhood anchors include the private Calvin Christian School for students in grades K-8. Most importantly, you’ll have access to the acclaimed Edina neighborhood public schools.

Residents of Morningside live only blocks from beautiful Lake Harriet and the entire Minneapolis Chain of Lakes with walking and biking paths as well as water sports like sailing and boating. Other parks in and around Morningside at 44th and France include Weber Field, Browndale and Kojetin.

If you like to stroll through the neighborhood for your morning cup of coffee or to buy a special gift, 44th and France has it all. France Avenue connects Morningside with its neighboring Linden Hills, and the shared intersection features co-ops, cheese and wine shops, Minnesota’s own Caribou Coffee, bakeries, a running store and more.