Where Willowbrooke is
Willowbrooke is a 208-acre neighborhood in Oakdale, north of 34th Street North, between Interstate 694 and Ideal Avenue. Ideal Avenue North is the border between Oakdale and Lake Elmo, and 40th Street North runs through the site.
The land was bought by the 3M Company in the late 1960s for a future corporate campus. 3M decided by 1996 that the expansion would not happen, and in 2016 the city began planning the site as a new residential neighborhood.
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Homes in Willowbrooke
The city expects Willowbrooke to bring more than 1,000 housing units to Oakdale. Nearly 80 percent of the development is under construction or complete, and the first residents moved in during the fall of 2022.
The city's plan called for a variety of housing types, styles and price points, with an emphasis on move-up housing. Its concept was built around a connected open space system that uses the site's wetlands, and the city says every home will have trail or sidewalk access. Two pipeline easements cross the property, so we check each lot's survey and easements with you.
Parks and places nearby
Willowbrooke Commons, at 3800 Henna Avenue North, opened in October 2024. It has playgrounds, a challenge course, adult fitness equipment, shelters, restrooms, misters and a hammock area.
Willowbrooke Park West, south of 40th Street North on Hayward Avenue North, is planned with a soccer field, pickleball courts and a volleyball court. Willowbrooke Park North, on 40th Street North, is planned as a passive park with walking trails. Both are expected to open in 2026.
Getting around and schools
Interstate 694 runs along the west side of the neighborhood. The city's plan supports adding a walkway on the 40th Street bridge over I-694 to link Willowbrooke with neighborhoods to the west. Oakdale has two METRO Gold Line stations, Helmo and Greenway.
Oakdale is part of North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District 622. Because Willowbrooke borders Lake Elmo, confirm the district and assigned schools for any address before you buy.
How we help in Willowbrooke
Buying new construction means reading the builder's contract, warranty and association documents, and we go through each one with you. Owners get a value report built from recent sales in the neighborhood.
For more on the city around Willowbrooke, see our Oakdale page. You can also read how buying a home works, ask for a home valuation, or contact us about Willowbrooke.
Where these Willowbrooke facts come from
Checked November 2026. These facts come from City of Oakdale: Willowbrooke Development, City of Oakdale: 3M Site Small Area Plan (2040 Comprehensive Plan, Appendix D), City of Oakdale: 2040 Comprehensive Plan, City of Oakdale: METRO Gold Line BRT, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District 622.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Willowbrooke in Oakdale?
Willowbrooke is north of 34th Street North, between Interstate 694 and Ideal Avenue, on the Lake Elmo border.
What kinds of homes are in Willowbrooke?
It is a new neighborhood planned with a mix of housing types. The city expects more than 1,000 housing units in all.
What park is in Willowbrooke?
Willowbrooke Commons opened in October 2024, and two more city parks are expected to open in 2026.
Which school district serves Willowbrooke?
Oakdale is part of North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District 622. Confirm the district for the exact address.
How do I check flood zone and property taxes in Willowbrooke?
Use FEMA's flood map and Washington County's property records for the address. We check both, plus any association fees.
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