Cloud 9 Skyflats — Established Condo Community in Minnetonka's Opus District

Cloud 9's HOA is unusually comprehensive — monthly fees include gas, cable TV, internet, water, sewer, trash, and heated underground parking. This makes the true total cost of ownership significantly more favorable than the sticker price alone might suggest. The PRO Team can help you calculate a full side-by-side comparison with other buildings.

Cloud 9 Skyflats is at 5601 Smetana Drive in Minnetonka's Opus district, just off the I-494/Highway 169 interchange. Downtown Minneapolis is approximately 15 miles east via I-394, and MSP Airport is about 20 minutes south via I-494.

Cloud 9's Minnetonka location near the Opus corporate corridor generates solid rental demand from professionals. The all-inclusive HOA is also a strong selling point for renters who value predictable housing costs. The building is generally investor-friendly, but rental caps and lease minimums apply. The PRO Team can analyze current cap availability and rental comparables before you make an investment decision.

Living at Cloud 9 Skyflats means established Minnetonka condo community with all-inclusive HOA — gas, cable, internet, and water included. Cloud 9 Skyflats is an excellent choice for buyers seeking west metro convenience with low ongoing costs — the all-inclusive HOA removes most utility budgeting complexity. The PRO Team can connect you with current or former residents and walk you through what day-to-day life looks like for buyers at this price point.

Cloud 9 Skyflats spans $200K – $620K across all unit types. 1 Bedroom: $200K – $340K, 2 Bedroom: $310K – $620K. Entry-level units start around $200K. HOA fees add $700 – $1,100/mo per month to the total cost of ownership — an important factor to include when budgeting. The PRO Team can provide a current inventory snapshot at any price point.

Cloud 9 Skyflats offers 2 unit configurations: 1 Bedroom (636 – 1,050 sq ft, $200K – $340K); 2 Bedroom (1,068 – 1,698 sq ft, $310K – $620K). The building has 165 total residences. Floor, view, and finish level affect pricing within each type. The PRO Team can walk you through current availability and which configuration delivers the best value for your needs.

Investor-friendly with rental allowances, subject to association rules. Confirm current caps and lease minimums. The Opus district's strong corporate employment base generates consistent rental demand. Cloud 9 Skyflats has a rental cap, which limits the percentage of units that can be leased at any time. Rental cap status directly affects your financing options and future resale — some lenders won't approve loans in buildings where rental concentration exceeds thresholds. The PRO Team checks current rental availability and cap status as a standard part of our buyer due diligence.

Cloud 9 Skyflats features Outdoor patio with grills and fire pit, Second outdoor patio with gas firepit, Fitness center with cardio and strength equipment, Heated underground parking garage, Car wash station on premises and 2 additional amenities. Access to these amenities is included in the monthly HOA fee. The PRO Team can walk you through which amenities are most relevant for your lifestyle and how this building's amenity level compares to similar properties in the Minnetonka market.

Cloud 9 Skyflats is one of the Minnetonka market's strongest options for buyers prioritizing simplified ownership. The HOA covers Building insurance (structure) and Exterior maintenance, reserves, and landscaping, eliminating typical homeowner maintenance responsibilities. Cloud 9 Skyflats is an excellent choice for buyers seeking west metro convenience with low ongoing costs — the all-inclusive HOA removes most utility budgeting complexity. The PRO Team works frequently with downsizers, frequent travelers, and second-home buyers seeking exactly this type of building — we can evaluate whether Cloud 9 Skyflats is the right match for your ownership goals.

Whether Cloud 9 Skyflats fits your plans depends on the specific unit and your intended use. Review current HOA financial information, reserve funding, rental restrictions, lease requirements, insurance, fees, assessments, and lending requirements before proceeding. If renting is important, confirm the current policy and any cap directly with the association; policies and availability can change.