Chanhassen, Minnesota
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With an estimated population of 23,889 (April 1, 2007), Chanhassen has 14,427 acres in 24 square miles. Most of the City is located within Carver County; however, 154 acres in eastern Chanhassen are located in Hennepin County, approximately 20 miles southwest of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul in Minnesota. (Map & Directions)
There are twelve beautiful, clean lakes wholly or partially located within the City limits.
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.
Chapel Hill Academy is located on the eastern edge of the business district of Chanhassen, close to neighborhood parks, sports fields, and other community interests that are available for use for field trips, track and field day, etc.