Why Live in Smithville
Smithville, a neighborhood in south Duluth, offers space and a peaceful atmosphere among mature trees. Housing options range from manufactured homes in the Pleasant View Manufactured Home Community to single-family split-level and ranch-style homes on quarter-acre lots. The neighborhood's schools, including Stowe Elementary, Lincoln Park Middle and Denfeld High, have high ratings.
The Magney-Snively Natural Area encompasses the western half of the neighborhood. This 1,800-acre expanse offers residents access to the Superior Hiking Trail, which leads to scenic spots like Ely's Peak and Bardon Peak Overlook. Mountain biking and cross-country skiing are other popular pastimes. The St. Louis River offers boating and fishing at Munger Landing. The annual Dragon Boat Festival on Superior Bay features dragon boat races, tug-of-war, a 5K run and food trucks, drawing the community together each August. While there are no restaurants within the neighborhood, nearby dining options include Hugo's Pizza, Trophy Cafe and Tappa Keg Inn.
Route 23, also known as Grand Avenue, courses through Smithville. Downtown Duluth is around 16 miles away, and Duluth International Airport is 15 miles away. Winters in Duluth are harsh, with average lows ranging from 7 to 19 degrees Fahrenheit and significant snowfall, peaking in mid-December.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Smithville a good place to live?
Smithville is a good place to live. Smithville is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Smithville has 3 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.6 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $74,216 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 23.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Smithville are home owners, with 30.8% of residents renting and 69.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Smithville can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Smithville neighborhood guide.
Is Smithville, MN a safe neighborhood?
Smithville, MN is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Smithville?
The median home price in Smithville is $252,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $50,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.19%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,240 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $53K a year to afford the median home price in Smithville. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Smithville is $74K.
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Home Trends in Smithville, MN
On average, homes in Smithville, Duluth sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Smithville, Duluth over the last 12 months is $252,500, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$252,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$252,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$163
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$252,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%