Highland Acres
Suburban Neighborhood in Bismarck, North Dakota
Burleigh County 58501
Generational housing starts to open up to new residents
In 2022, Highland Acres joined the National Register of Historic Places for its well-preserved, mid-19th-century architecture. The community primarily has Colonial-inspired, split-level and ranch-style homes, which rarely go on the market. "It's one of those neighborhoods where it seems like people that moved in when it was built never moved out," Miller says. "The homes are just starting to turn over as some people from the neighborhood's first generation are either moving into assisted living or in with family." Homes for sale range in price between $220,000 and $450,000. Mature trees shade spacious yards, and basketball hoops overlook wide driveways leading to attached garages. Snow piles cover yards in the winter, and while the city will come to plow roads, streets can become slick with ice.
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Outdoor recreation surrounds Highland Acres and its school
When school isn't in session, Highland Acres Elementary's playground becomes a hub for activity. "Yesterday, when the weather was nice, both my kids were down there playing baseball with their friends," Miller says. "It feels like a throwback to when I was a kid — when you could just run around the neighborhood with your friends all day." Around the corner, Highland Acres Park offers a few forest trails and a creek to explore. Tom O'Leary Golf Course stays busy during the summer months. McQuades Softball Complex hosts little league games, and the Missouri Valley Family YMCA offers fitness programs year-round. On the other side of the neighborhood, the Riverfront Trail follows the Missouri River down to Sertoma Park.
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From elementary school to college, students can walk to class
Students can walk to Highland Acres Elementary School, near the neighborhood's center. It has an A-minus Niche rating and ranks as the fourth-best public elementary school in Burleigh County. Next is Horizon Middle School, which has a B-plus grade, followed by Century High School. This A-rated school ranks as the No. 1 public high school in North Dakota and offers courses through the Bismarck Career Academy and Technical Center. Bismarck State College is beside the neighborhood. The college is the state's designated polytechnic institution and has a B-minus grade.
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Residents help coordinate annual block parties and summer concerts
Highland Acres has two annual events. Miller says a group of residents has organized a small summer concert series for the last few years. On Sunday evenings, a venue space is set up next to the elementary school, and local bands play for crowds lounging on the soccer field. Each August, Bismarck United Church of Christ hosts the Highland Acres Block Party, which features a potluck dinner, lawn games and a bounce house for kids.Drivers use two main roads to get around the city
While sidewalks make the neighborhood walkable, residents rely on cars. The community has no public transportation, so people drive along West Main Avenue or West Divide Avenue to get around. West Main crosses the Missouri River and connects to downtown, while West Divide intersects with Interstate 94. The neighborhood is 2 miles from Sanford Emergency and Trauma Center, while the Bismarck Municipal Airport is 5 miles away.Shopping centers are within 2 miles, including downtown venues
Highland Acres is entirely residential, so residents drive 2 miles away for shopping and dining. Pinehurst Square has brands like Lowe's Home Improvement, Best Buy and Kohl's, and Family Fare Supermarket is across the interstate. Downtown has more locally owned options. Bread Poets Baking Company has made fresh loaves for almost 30 years, and Peacock Alley is the city's oldest restaurant. Located in the historic Patterson building, the eatery specializes in traditional American fare. After dining downtown, people can shop at Kirkwood Mall, attend concerts at Bismarck Event Center or see a play at Belle Mehus Auditorium.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Amy Hullet
Amy Hullet
CENTURY 21 Morrison Realty
(701) 401-8569
316 Total Sales
3 in Highland Acres
$252K - $515K Price Range
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Terry Stevahn
Terry Stevahn
CENTURY 21 Morrison Realty
(701) 401-9154
341 Total Sales
2 in Highland Acres
$278K - $380K Price Range
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Jason Schmidt
Jason Schmidt
Responds QuicklyOaktree Realtors
(701) 712-6142
163 Total Sales
1 in Highland Acres
$255,000 Price
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Brenda Foster
Brenda Foster
Capital Real Estate Partners
(701) 888-1324
164 Total Sales
2 in Highland Acres
$326K - $445K Price Range
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Darren Schmidt
Darren Schmidt
Oaktree Realtors
(701) 401-0140
388 Total Sales
1 in Highland Acres
$255,000 Price
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Justin Sackman
Justin Sackman
BIANCO REALTY, INC.
(701) 401-3642
74 Total Sales
1 in Highland Acres
$295,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Riverfront Trail
Highland Acres Park
Steamboat Park
Keelboat Park
Rosa Young Park
George Bird Rotary Arboretum
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Highland Acres | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Highland Acres Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Highland Acres, Bismarck sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Highland Acres, Bismarck over the last 12 months is $345,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$347,450
Median Sale Price
$345,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$346,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$148
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
282
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1958
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,324
Above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,271
Median Age
30
Population under 18
28.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$141,176
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$146,163
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
59.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
82.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
3°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
62''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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