Directions to Our Apartments near Downtown Minneapolis

Getting to and Around Oakwood Apartments in Plymouth, MN

Transportation and Highway Access

Oakwood's location in Plymouth West puts you within minutes of three major travel corridors. Highway 12 provides a direct route into downtown Wayzata and onward toward Minneapolis, while Interstate 494 and Interstate 394 connect you to the broader Twin Cities metro with ease. Public transportation is also accessible directly from the community, with a bus stop located right outside the building. Whether you drive, commute by bus, or prefer to bike via the nearby Luce Line State Trail, getting around from Oakwood is simple and stress-free.

Nearby Employers

Oakwood is a smart choice for people working at nearby employers. 3M, Cargill, CVS, Dollar Tree, and Target all have locations within the broader Plymouth and west metro area and each is reachable via the highway network without long commute times. The community's central suburban location makes it equally practical for employees at healthcare facilities, including Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital approximately 11.7 miles away, as well as educational institutions and service-sector businesses throughout the western Twin Cities.

Shopping, Dining, and Entertainment

Everyday errands and weekend outings are both well served from Oakwood. Downtown Wayzata, just minutes away via Highway 12, offers dining, retail, and access to Lake Minnetonka. Ridgedale Center is approximately 10 minutes away and offers a full range of retail, dining, and services. Plymouth Grand 15 provides a convenient movie-going option close to home, and The Shops at West End add a vibrant mix of restaurants and boutique retail. The Plymouth West neighborhood and surrounding areas also offer a growing selection of local eateries and casual dining options for evenings when you prefer to stay close to home.

Parks, Trails, and Recreation

Plymouth's outdoor recreation options are among the city's greatest assets, and Oakwood is positioned to take full advantage. The Luce Line State Trailhead in Plymouth is your gateway to a 63-mile multi-use trail system perfect for biking, hiking, running, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and horseback riding in season. Parkers Lake Park is just 1.6 miles away, and West Medicine Lake Park is approximately 4.6 miles from the community, both offering open green space, fishing access, and scenic lakefront walking paths. Lake Minnetonka and downtown Wayzata are also just minutes away for boating, waterfront dining, and exploring the shoreline.

Schools and Community

Oakwood falls within the highly regarded Wayzata school district, with students in the attendance zone assigned to Gleason Lake Elementary School, Wayzata West Middle School, and Wayzata High School. For residents attending or working at area colleges, Minneapolis College is approximately 12.5 miles away, and the University of St. Thomas and North Central University are also within the broader metro reach.

Oakwood is located at 17600 14th Avenue North, Plymouth, MN 55447. Contact us today to schedule a tour. We look forward to showing you around.