Why Live in Black Forest
Black Forest in Fridley features a mix of condominiums and townhouses, catering to a variety of living preferences. The Black Forest Condominiums offer one and two-bedroom units ranging from 510 to 830 square feet, with amenities such as an outdoor pool, fitness center, game room, and underground garage with a car wash. The neighborhood also includes 1980s contemporary townhouses, many with attached or detached garages, and access to an outdoor pool through the Innsbruck North Townhouse Association. Nature enthusiasts can explore the Innsbruck Nature Center, which has a 1.5-mile trail through old-growth woods, and a half-mile trail around Farr Lake. Local conveniences include businesses along Silver Lake Road, such as a Wells Fargo bank, LA Fitness, and dining options like Cowboy Jack’s and Turitto’s Pizza. For shopping needs, residents are within a 2-mile drive to Target, Menards, and Aldi on Central Avenue. Interstate 694 is less than 1 mile away, providing a direct route to Central Minneapolis, 11 miles away. Commuters can also use the Northstar Line train from Fridley’s Metro Transit station for a 20-minute ride into the city. The area’s schools include North Park School for Innovation, Columbia Academy, and Columbia Heights High School, with varying focuses on STEM, AVID learning, and college preparedness programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Black Forest a good place to live?
Black Forest is a good place to live. Black Forest is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Black Forest has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 48. The average household income is $85,594 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 51.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Black Forest are home owners, with 19.5% of residents renting and 80.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Black Forest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Black Forest neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Black Forest?
The median home price in Black Forest is $208,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $41,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,040 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $45K a year to afford the median home price in Black Forest. The average household income in Black Forest is $86K.
What are the best public schools in Black Forest?
The best public schools that serve Black Forest are:
What are the best private schools in Black Forest?
The best private schools that serve Black Forest are:
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Are home prices dropping in Black Forest?
Yes, home prices in Black Forest are down 11% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Black Forest, MN
On average, homes in Black Forest, Fridley sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Black Forest, Fridley over the last 12 months is $196,000, down 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$196,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$245,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$232,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$172
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
45
Median List Price
$208,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-16%