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Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis · MN 55401
Updated November 1, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$480K
Median Price
70/100
Walk Score
5.7/10
Schools
10 min
to Minneapolis downtown
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
C-Schools
57/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
B-Walkability
70/100
WYLT Score64/100
Our Take
55401 is the downtown heart of Minneapolis – walkable, well connected, and full of restaurants and nightlife. Living here is a bit pricey and noisy, but the median income is high and the public transit options are excellent, making it a solid choice for young professionals and remote workers.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent walkability and transit
- ✓Vibrant dining and nightlife
- ✓High median income and job opportunities
- ✓Diverse and inclusive community
Real Talk
- !High cost of living and property taxes
- !Noise and traffic in the downtown core
- !Limited parking and higher HOA fees
- !Crime can be moderate in certain areas
- $Elevated property taxes
- $HOA or maintenance fees for older condos
- $Parking or garage fees
Best For
young professionalsremote workersnightlife loversdiverse urban dwellers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Minneapolis, 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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