The Woodlands of Minnetonka Apartments

I lived at woodlands for a year, 2020 - 2021. I had a neutral experience there until the end. My car was broken in to inside of the locked garage and a small amount of cash was taken from my glove compartment.

After move-out, I was charged $35 for the replacement of a blind that was clearly broken on move-in. I photographed the damage and included it on my move-in damage checklist. After getting a smaller-than-expected deposit back, I pointed out that they had incorrectly charged for the blinds... and asked for the money back. Woodlands stopped replying to my emails and ignored several follow-ups. I'd recommend any potential visitors check out a different option with more respect for tenants time/possessions. Read More

This is my first ever apartment and the staff at The Woodlands of Minnetonka couldn't have been more helpful. I have had to stop into the Housing Office a few times to ask questions and each time there was someone there to answer my questions and give some very helpful advice. Also, the staff really helped ease my anxiety about moving into my first place and made it a smooth and easy process for me. I love the community here. It is very clean, people are friendly, it is in such a convenient... location as well. I couldn't be happier with my all around experience with this place so far. Highly recommend this place!! Read More

I've lived in the Woodlands for almost a year and sadly have to move as I am relocating :( It's very affordable for what you get!

Pros:
-It's VERY quiet (we are in the last building and there is a train in back but it's kind of a soothing noise.)
-There's a workout room, nice pool, heated garage, media room for rent, balconies on most apartments...everything you need!
-The staff is so friendly and attentive!!
-My work orders have always gotten done promptly.
-Paying rent online is easy....
-Lots of people have dogs which is fun! I have maybe heard a dog barking inside my apartment once. Never been a problem.
-2bed/2 baths are hard to find at this affordable price!
-Love the breakfast bar
-Elevators yay!
-Common areas are always kept clean
-They will hold your packages in the office for you
-Close to a gas station, grocery store, liquor store...
-Walking trails through the woods
-Big parking lots
-Printer/computers you can use in the main building


Cons:
-you have to go over a lot of speed bumps to get to the last building (I'm impatient)
-I think the media room should be free to rent for tenants...I don't see it being used much because you have to pay $100 to use it
-The buzzer system could be a little better marked. Or it would be easier to have people dial your actual apartment number to get in instead of a random code. Otherwise it is nice to have! Read More

I am so impressed with the Woodlands of Minnetonka that I am writing my first review ever. First of all the staff is extremely knowledgeable and friendly! The apartments and amenities are kept immaculate and the grounds and pool are beautiful. I would highly recommend these apartments to everyone. Great job Woodlands staff!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Growing up in the 80s, I never imagined my life would consist of anything other than eventually getting married and starting a family, a plan which, of course, included home ownership. As we all know, the only thing that is consistent is, ironically, change. For me, those changes have been pretty drastic and definitely life-altering. After initiating a divorce in 2007, I quickly found myself on a path of roads replete with forks. I became a single mom of a then-6-year-old daughter and,... although I felt like I was being given a "second chance" at love, it was a bit scary to be starting over at 40. As a result of three lay-offs beginning in 2009 (due strictly to staff reductions), I experienced foreclosure on my townhome in 2010 and, with my new husband, began renting a home. After two years of paying someone else's mortgage and not being able to save any money, I (initially reluctantly) looked into renting an apartment. We looked for awhile before finding the perfect place - The Woodlands of Minnetonka. After two years of living here, the stigma of not owning a home at this stage in my life is no longer even a briefly passing thought. Not only is the stress of being able to afford a mortgage payment lifted from my shoulders, I also feel emotionally lighter and freer. I have also come to realize that more and more people are opting for apartment living nowadays and friends of mine who own homes are actually envious! I absolutely LOVE my apartment - it is spacious with an open floor plan,,a wood-burning fireplace, a luxurious master bedroom with en suite, and every morning as I work from my desk in the combination living room/dining room/office, I look out on the gorgeous, serene view of trees replete with various birds greeting the day. The amenities are fantastic and modern, with a weight room,, an office center, a media center (with Keurig coffee even!), and a cabana-style pool with a glass fireplace. When you drive onto the property sign states "The Woodlands of Minnetonka, Luxurious Apartment Homes" - talk about truth in advertising! Read More