Historical Homes
Property Overview
Address: 2218 W Lake of the Isles Pkwy, Minneapolis
Price: $3,400,000
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 7
Living Space: 8,910 sq ft
Lot Size: 0.36 acres
Year Built: 1915
Property Type: Single Family Residence
Zestimate®: $3,268,000
Price per sq ft: $382
Listed by:
Julie R. Regan (651-707-6065)
Lakes Sotheby’s International Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS / Zillow
Property Link: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/2218-W-Lake-Of-The-Isles-Pkwy-Minneapolis-MN-55405/2061686877_zpid/
Photo Credit: Listing photos via Zillow
The “Cream of Wheat Mansion” – A Minneapolis Legend 🏛️
Set along the prestigious shores of Lake of the Isles, this 1915 residence is one of the most recognized homes in the Twin Cities—widely known as the “Cream of Wheat Mansion.”
It’s the kind of house locals point to.
And now, it’s available.
Location That Defines the Property 🌊
Directly facing Lake of the Isles, the home offers:
• Uninterrupted lake views
• Immediate access to walking & biking trails
• A front-row seat to one of Minneapolis’ most beautiful landscapes
This isn’t just waterfront—it’s prime waterfront.
Historic Charm Meets Modern Precision
Originally built in 1915, the home has been meticulously restored by John Kraemer & Sons, blending:
• Timeless architectural details
• Clean, modern luxury finishes
• Thoughtful, high-end updates throughout
The result is a house that feels both historic and completely current.
Interior Experience
• Nearly 9,000 sq ft of refined living space
• High ceilings and sun-filled rooms
• Elegant, flowing layout designed for entertaining
• Carefully curated finishes in every room
Each space feels intentional—nothing is accidental.
Outdoor Living
• Meticulously landscaped yard
• Private patio for entertaining
• Seamless connection between interior and exterior
And always, in the background: the lake.
Lifestyle
This home offers something rare:
✔ Peaceful, scenic living
✔ Immediate access to the Chain of Lakes lifestyle
✔ Minutes to downtown, yet worlds away in atmosphere
Morning runs by the lake.
Evenings with sunset reflections on the water.
Why This Home Matters
Some homes are expensive.
Some are beautiful.
But only a few become local icons.
The “Cream of Wheat Mansion” sits in that category—a property defined as much by its reputation and setting as its architecture.
Final Thought
If location is everything…
this might be one of the best addresses in all of Minneapolis.
And unlike most legends—
this one is actually for sale.
