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Brooklyn Park, MN
Brooklyn Park · Hennepin County · MN 55428
Updated June 21, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Brooklyn Park, Minneapolis, New Hope
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Verdict
$265K
Median Price
16/100
Walk Score
5/10
Schools
20 min
to Minneapolis
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
D+Schools
50/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
16/100
WYLT Score57/100
Our Take
Brooklyn Park is a typical Minnesota suburb: prices are lower than the city, but the area feels very car‑dependent and lacks amenities. If you’re a budget‑conscious commuter who doesn’t mind a long drive for food and entertainment, it could work, but young professionals and families might feel limited.
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The Good
- ✓Affordability relative to Minneapolis
- ✓Short 20‑minute commute
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Quiet, family‑friendly neighborhoods
- ✓Good public school ratings
Real Talk
- !Almost no pedestrian or bike infrastructure
- !Limited dining and nightlife options
- !Higher property taxes than you might expect for the price
- !Crime rates in the area trend toward the moderate side
- !Utility and insurance costs can push the cost of ownership up
- $Annual property tax around 1.2% of home value
- $Higher insurance premiums for vehicles in the region
- $Potential HOA fees in newer developments
- $Out-of-pocket costs for street maintenance and snow removal
Best For
budget familiesdaily commutersremote workers who don’t need a city buzzpeople who want a quieter life with decent school options
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Brooklyn Park, MN
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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