Where South Loop is
The South Loop District is in eastern Bloomington. The City of Bloomington describes it as extending from I-494 on the north and Highway 77 on the west to the Minnesota River on the south and east. The city lists Mall of America, Bloomington Central Station, the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge among the district's assets.
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Homes in South Loop
The city adopted the South Loop District Plan in August 2013 and approved an update in October 2025. Its vision calls for higher densities of jobs and homes close to four light rail stations, and the city expects two-thirds of Bloomington's growth potential over the next 40 years to happen here. The city's housing plan says almost all new multi-family homes built in Bloomington since 2000 went on land that used to be non-residential, much of it in the three development districts. So homes here are mostly in newer multi-unit buildings.
Parks and places nearby
The Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge is next to the district, and the city describes South Loop's interface with the refuge as part of its plan. Mall of America is inside the district. The city also points to creative placemaking, which brings artists into public projects in the area.
Getting around and schools
The METRO Blue Line stops at four Bloomington stations: American Blvd, Bloomington Central, 30th Ave and Mall of America, according to Metro Transit's stop list. I-494 and Highway 77 border the district. Bloomington Public Schools is the city's main district, and the district's Find Your School tool confirms the school for a given address.
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Where these South Loop facts come from
Checked November 2026. These facts come from City of Bloomington: Development Districts, City of Bloomington: South Loop District, City of Bloomington Forward 2040 Comprehensive Plan, Housing chapter, Metro Transit NexTrip: METRO Blue Line stops, Bloomington Public Schools: Find Your School, City of Bloomington Forward 2040 Comprehensive Plan, Community Facilities chapter, Hennepin County property information search, FEMA Flood Map Service Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the South Loop in Bloomington?
The South Loop District runs from I-494 on the north and Highway 77 on the west to the Minnesota River on the south and east.
What kinds of homes are in the South Loop?
The city plans the South Loop for higher-density housing near light rail, so most homes are in newer multi-unit buildings.
What natural area is near the South Loop?
The city names the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, right next to the district, as one of its assets.
Which school district serves the South Loop?
Bloomington Public Schools is the main district for the city. Use the district's Find Your School tool to confirm the school for a specific address.
How do I check flood zones and property taxes in the South Loop?
The Minnesota River runs along the district, so check each address on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center. Hennepin County's property search shows South Loop taxes and assessed values.
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