Why Live in Willow Park
Willow Park in Fargo offers a mix of rental apartments, townhomes, contemporary twin homes, and single-family homes, primarily built in the early 2000s. The homes feature Traditional and Craftsman designs with vinyl siding and stone accents, and many have fenced backyards. Twin homes typically include two-stall garages, while single-family homes often have three- or four-stall garages. The neighborhood is equipped with numerous interior and exterior electrical outlets for winter car maintenance. Willow Park provides several attractions, including the unique Space Aliens Grill and Bar, and is close to West Acres Mall, the largest shopping mall in North Dakota. Residents have access to grocery stores like Family Fare, Natural Grocers, and ALDI, as well as home care stores like Home Depot and Lowe’s Hardware. Outdoor activities are plentiful with Caroline Ruby Vetter Duck Pond, Willow Park, and Maplewood Park and Activity Center offering various recreational options. The neighborhood is well-connected, with Interstate 94 providing quick access to Downtown Fargo, Moorhead, and nearby medical facilities like Sanford Medical Center. Public transportation is available via MATBUS Routes 20 and 24, and the area is walkable with wide sidewalks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Willow Park a good place to live?
Willow Park is a good place to live. Willow Park is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with minimal transit options. Willow Park has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 11.6 people per acre and a median age of 31. The average household income is $45,920 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 29% of residents. A majority of residents in Willow Park are renters, with 88.9% of residents renting and 11.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Willow Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Willow Park neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Willow Park?
The median home price in Willow Park is $340,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $68,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,760 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $75K a year to afford the median home price in Willow Park. The average household income in Willow Park is $46K.
What are the best public schools in Willow Park?
The best public schools that serve Willow Park are:
What are the best private schools in Willow Park?
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Are home prices dropping in Willow Park?
Yes, home prices in Willow Park are down 23% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Willow Park, ND
On average, homes in Willow Park, Fargo sell after 112 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Willow Park, Fargo over the last 12 months is $365,000, down 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$365,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$340,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$167
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median List Price
$340,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-19%