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Multi-level deck building in Tangletown (55419)
Tangletown's streets curve around the hill topped by the Washburn Water Tower, so lots here come in odd shapes and many backyards fall away from the house.
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Tangletown at a glance
Using the slope instead of fighting it in Tangletown
Tangletown takes its name from the curving streets that break up the usual south Minneapolis grid, laid out around the hill where the Washburn Water Tower stands. The houses date mostly from the 1910s through the 1930s, and many sit on lots that are wedge-shaped, sloped or both. Minnehaha Creek runs along the southern edge, and some yards drop steadily toward it. On lots like these, a single large deck can end up tall and boxy on one side. Splitting it into two or three levels keeps each part closer to the ground and fits the shape of the yard.
Each level gets its own footings at 42 inches and its own beams, with short stairs tying them together. That layout also gives you natural zones: a dining level by the kitchen door, a lower lounging level, and maybe a landing for a grill or planters. Odd-shaped lots mean we draw the deck around the lot lines and trees rather than forcing a rectangle. Access is often tight on these winding streets, so we plan delivery and staging before the first post goes in. The permit drawings show every level, and we handle the inspections from footings to final.
Tangletown lot quirks that shape the deck
Backyards shaped like wedges
Curving streets leave many lots narrower at one end than the other. We angle deck edges and stairs to follow the lot, which often gives you more usable space than a rectangle would.
Yards that drop toward the creek
Lots on the southern side can slope steadily toward Minnehaha Creek. Stepping the deck down in levels keeps posts shorter, railings lower and the whole structure stiffer underfoot.
Trees you don't want to lose
Mature trees often stand right where a deck wants to go. We frame around trunks with a generous gap and keep footings away from major roots wherever the layout allows.
Tall walls of broken lattice
Older raised decks on these slopes are often wrapped in lattice that has cracked and sagged. Board skirting, a stone base or open framing with storage below looks cleaner and lasts longer.
Deck services Tangletown homeowners call us for
Typical prices for these jobs in Tangletown
Ranges from 2026 Twin Cities projects. Your price comes in a written scope after we see the site.
| Service | Typical range | Priced |
|---|---|---|
| Multi-Level Deck Building | $54 to $104 | per square foot installed |
| Custom Deck Building | $38 to $96 | per square foot installed |
| Deck Design and Permit Drawings | $460 to $2,180 | per design package |
| Deck Skirting and Lattice | $27 to $71 | per linear foot |
| Built-In Deck Benches and Planters | $1,120 to $6,350 | per build |
| Cedar Deck Building | $46 to $78 | per square foot installed |
Deck questions from Tangletown
Why build a multi-level deck in Tangletown instead of one big deck?
On a sloped Tangletown lot, one big deck sits high above the yard at the far end, which means tall posts, more railing and a long stair. Two or three levels follow the grade, keep each section closer to the ground and break the space into areas for eating, sitting and grilling.
Can you fit a deck to an oddly shaped Tangletown lot?
Yes. Many Tangletown lots are wedge-shaped or angled because of the curving streets. We measure the lot lines and setbacks, then draw a deck with angled edges or a clipped corner that uses the space you actually have. The permit plan shows the exact shape before we order lumber.
How long does a multi-level deck in Tangletown take to build?
Timing depends on the size, the materials and the permit, but the footing inspection and the stairs between levels add time compared with a single deck. For a Tangletown multi-level deck, we give you a schedule once the design is set and the permit is approved, and we'll tell you if the weather changes it.
Deck work in Tangletown? Call any hour.
We are on the phone 24/7 and on site across Tangletown every week. Tell us about the deck and we will set a visit.