Why Live in Benjamin Briardale
Benjamin Briardale in Fridley features winding residential streets with cul-de-sacs, contributing to slow-paced traffic. The neighborhood is characterized by single-family homes built between the 1970s and early 2000s, offering a mix of ranch-style, split-level, and New Traditional houses. Each quarter-acre lot is adorned with mature greenery, and homes commonly feature brick and vinyl, stucco siding, and Tudor influences. Houses range from three to six bedrooms and 1,000 to 3,500 square feet. Briardale Park, nearly 3 acres in size, is a local highlight with a playground, tennis and basketball courts, and a spacious lawn that becomes an ice rink in winter. Nearby shopping centers on Moore Lake Drive feature local businesses like AxMan Surplus, the Salvation Army Family Store, and Seoul Foods, with dining options such as Kings Restaurant and Shortstop. Crooners Supper Club offers live music and dining five nights a week. Larger retailers like Target and Menards are about 2 miles south on Central Avenue. The neighborhood is approximately 1 mile from Minnesota Highway 65, leading to Interstate 694 and a 13-mile drive to Central Minneapolis. The Metro Transit train station, 3 miles west, provides a 20-minute commute to downtown. For education, Totino-Grace High School, a highly rated Catholic private school, is notable for its strong academic and athletic programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benjamin Briardale a good place to live?
Benjamin Briardale is a good place to live. Benjamin Briardale is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Benjamin Briardale has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 44. The average household income is $110,267 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 49.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Benjamin Briardale are home owners, with 18.8% of residents renting and 81.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Benjamin Briardale can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
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How much do you need to make to afford a house in Benjamin Briardale?
The median home price in Benjamin Briardale is $389,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $77,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,920 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $82K a year to afford the median home price in Benjamin Briardale. The average household income in Benjamin Briardale is $110K.
What are the best public schools in Benjamin Briardale?
The best public schools that serve Benjamin Briardale are:
What are the best private schools in Benjamin Briardale?
The best private schools that serve Benjamin Briardale are:
- Totino-Grace High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
- Al-Amal School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
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Home Trends in Benjamin Briardale, MN
On average, homes in Benjamin Briardale, Fridley sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Benjamin Briardale, Fridley over the last 12 months is $385,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$385,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$389,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$171
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$389,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%