Tonka Bay, MN

Tonka Bay sits on a scenic peninsula between Upper and Lower Lake Minnetonka, giving its roughly 1,500 residents water views in nearly every direction. Originally a late-nineteenth-century summer getaway for Twin Cities vacationers, the area has settled into a peaceful, close-knit residential community. The neighborhood is defined by quiet streets, lake breezes, and classic cottage charm, located just minutes from the shops and restaurants in nearby Excelsior.

Day-to-day life here naturally revolves around the lake, with city docks, local marinas, and parks like Old Orchard making it easy to get out on the water. Families appreciate access to the top-ranked Minnetonka School District, as well as plenty of walking trails and scenic overlooks along the narrows. Between boating in the summer and ice fishing in the winter, Tonka Bay offers an authentic lakeside lifestyle with an easy commute to the rest of the Twin Cities.