Development adds 250 apartment homes to vibrant Hopkins community
HOPKINS, Minn., Jan. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Trilogy Real Estate Group, a Chicago-based real estate investment, property management and development firm, welcomed their first move-ins at The Hallon Phase II, a mixed-use apartment community in west suburban Minneapolis. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held in partnership with the Hopkins Chamber of Commerce on Jan. 23 to celebrate the milestone.
Located at 8490 Excelsior Blvd, The Hallon Phase II is a contemporary community focused on health and wellness initiatives that cater to the lifestyles of today's residents. The first phase of the three-phase development welcomed residents in October 2023. Phase II brings an additional 250 homes to the community, for a combined total of 469 apartments and more than 12,000 square feet of retail space.
"The Hallon Phase II embodies healthy living and sophistication through a thoughtful balance of elegant details, serene atmosphere and state-of-the-art amenities that promote mental health, fitness and activity," said Girish Gehani, COO of Trilogy Real Estate Group. "This phase is a continuation of our commitment to offer a community that brings real value to both the work and personal lives of residents, as well as the town of Hopkins."
The Hallon Phase II provides residents with easy access to Uptown and Downtown Minneapolis via Interstate 169. With its prime location, positioned minutes from St. Louis Park and Downtown Hopkins, residents can choose from an abundance of dining options, including Pizza Luce, Bunny's Bar & Grill, Panera, El Lorito Mexican Grill, Copperwing Distillery, LTD Brewing, Pub 819, Cam Ranh Bay, Chipotle, Hoagie's Family Restaurant and The Vine Room. The community is surrounded by an array of entertainment options catering to the eclectic tastes of its residents, including the Hopkins Pavilion, Doc's Hall, Park Tavern, Meadowbrook Golf Course, Hopkins Center for the Arts and the Underground Music Venue.
The property also sits adjacent to the popular Cedar Lake LRT Regional Trail and the Metro Green Line Extension, which is expected to begin passenger service in 2027.
Boasting a superb bike score of 95 and improving walk score of 75, The Hallon Phase II provides easy access to Lake Bde Maka Ska, Harley Hopkins Park, Cottageville Park and Alden Park, offering residents multiple recreational options. The property's convenient location enables residents to enjoy a wide range of shopping destinations, including The Shops at West End, Knollwood Plaza, Cedar Hills Shopping Center, Driskill's Downtown Market and Country Village Shopping Center.
The area is home to several major employers, including Cargill, Michael Food, Optum, US Bank Corp, General Mills, United Healthcare, United Natural Foods, Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital, Target Corp and Blake School District.
The community offers a selection of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment homes ranging from 480 to 1,258 square feet. The Hallon Phase II encompasses a multitude of amenities meant to complement a health-focused lifestyle. The design includes work-from-home suites with walking treadmill, desk-ellipticals and balance balls, fresh open air spaces with live greenery, a listening lounge and wellness suite, fitness studio with Technogym equipment, Peloton spin bikes and on-demand classes, as well as a swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna. The pet-friendly community also includes a resident grilling area, communal work-from-home spaces, community WiFi in common areas, 24-hour executive business center, outdoor TV lounge and game lawn, community garden, fire pit, theater and karaoke lounge, package management solutions, complimentary coffee bar and a speakeasy skydeck.
With onsite professional management, The Hallon II provides 24-hour on-call maintenance services and offers reserved parking, EV charging stations, bike storage and an onsite pet spa.
Homes are delivered with open-concept floorplans, wood-finish vinyl plank flooring, two-toned designer cabinets, quartz countertops, kitchen tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, individual HVAC systems, in-home washer and dryer, oversized closets and the latest smart home technology. Select homes offer ceiling fans, a private patio or balcony, ADA compliant features and picturesque city views.
Since its inception over 20 years ago, Trilogy Real Estate Group has developed a reputation for creating exceptional communities. With luxury properties in 14 cities spanning the U.S. and having completed over $4.15 billion in real estate transactions, the company continues to expand its portfolio, actively seeking development opportunities in the Midwest region.
About Trilogy Real Estate Group
Trilogy Real Estate Group is a vertically integrated real estate investment and management firm with $2.6 billion of total assets under management. Trilogy buys, builds and manages institutional quality apartment communities throughout the United States. Through several investment cycles, Trilogy and its affiliates have developed, acquired and redeveloped over 14,000 units accounting for over $4.5 billion in transaction volume. Trilogy has been consistently recognized as one of the top property management companies and has an "A" rating in the epIQ Index. Trilogy, together with its wholly-owned subsidiary, Trilogy Residential Management, has over 200 employees and is headquartered in Chicago. For more information, please visit Trilogyreg.com.
Media Contact
Andrew Ruhland, Trilogy Real Estate Group, 1 3036825003, [email protected], https://trilogyreg.com/
SOURCE Trilogy Real Estate Group

Share this article