Minneapolis, Minneapolis MN — neighborhood review

Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis · Hennepin County · MN 55416

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$462K

Median Price

77/100

Walk Score

9/10

Schools

11 min

to Minneapolis downtown

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
FSafety
38/100
ASchools
90/100
FQuietness
30/100
ACommute
100/100
BWalkability
77/100
WYLT Score66/100

Our Take

If you’re a young professional who values a short commute and can tolerate a car-dependent area, this neighborhood might suit you. However, the low walkability, moderate crime rates, and limited green space mean you’ll need to be cautious.

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The Good

  • ✓Median home price ($434,600) is relatively affordable compared to median income ($99,383)
  • ✓Only an 11‑minute commute to downtown Minneapolis
  • ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • ✓Decent public transit options (Transit score 41)

Real Talk

  • !Walk score is 15 – most errands will require a car
  • !Crime statistics for the area are moderately high, especially violent and property crime
  • !Limited public spaces and parks reduce opportunities for outdoor recreation
  • !Parking can be expensive and difficult in the downtown core
  • $Higher property taxes due to city rates
  • $Elevated insurance premiums because of crime risk
  • $Potential maintenance costs on older downtown buildings

Best For

Young professionalsRemote workersUrban dwellersStudents

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Minneapolis, MN

F

Safety grade

Safety score38 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
High
38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

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