North Hills
Suburban Neighborhood in Bismarck, North Dakota
Burleigh County 58503
Diverse housing, from condo communities to Tudor-inspired homes
The community has a blend of single-family homes, condominiums and townhouses dating back to the late 1970s. While condos and townhouses share a cohesive look, detached homes show more individuality. "North Hills is from a time when every house was built differently," says Ann Andre, broker associate at eXp Realty. "They all have their own style and charm, unlike newer developments with five plans that they keep repeating." Buyers can find ranch-style homes next to split-level houses, duplexes and New Traditional homes. Most have design quirks, like distinctive Tudor-style half-timbering or midcentury modern slanted roofs. Condos and townhouses range between $125,000 and $480,000, while detached homes cost between $300,000 and $500,000.
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Year-round reaction at the parks on North 4th and East Century
Inside the neighborhood, Normandy Park has a construction-themed playground, complete with an excavation digger that scoops up sand. The community's largest parks are on the corner of North 4th Street and East Century Avenue. Century Recreation Area Bark Park lets pets of all sizes run free in four different fenced fields. Connected to the park are Capital Racquet & Fitness Center and Gateway Pond, which has a half-mile walking loop. On the other side of the intersection is Jaycee Centennial Park, where kids play on the playground while groups picnic or walk the grounds. The park stays just as versatile in the winter thanks to its ice rink and hilly terrain. "When we're not having a bad winter, you'll see a lot of people over there sledding with their kids and ice skating," Andre says.
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Local schools have high rankings in county and state
Students start at Northridge Elementary School, which has a B-plus Niche rating and ranks among the top 10 best public elementary schools in Burleigh County. Kids then move to Horizon Middle School, which also has a B-plus, followed by Century High School, which is within walking distance. This A-rated school is the state's No. 1 public high school. It offers students specialized classes through the Bismarck Career Academy and Technical Center.
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Flurry Fest visits the neighborhood’s largest parks
North Hills doesn't typically host community events, but city events, like the annual Flurry Fest, come to the neighborhood's parks. "Flurry Fest is our celebration of winter where we encourage people to get out as much as possible," says Dana Schaar Jahner, community relations manager at the Bismarck Parks and Recreation District. "We want people to be active throughout the year, and that gets a little harder when it's colder." As part of this monthlong celebration, Jaycee Centennial Park holds a skating event with the Bismarck Bobcats, the city's Tier II junior ice hockey team. Attendees skate all afternoon, then enjoy winter-themed snacks at the warming house. Volunteers hand out free tennis balls at Century Recreation Area Bark Park the next day.12th Street stays busy with traffic heading to and from the interstate
Even with accessible sidewalks, most residents drive to get around since public transportation is unavailable. Main roads include 43rd Avenue Northeast, East Century Avenue and 12th Street Northeast. The intersection of 12th Street and Century Avenue can get congested during peak traffic hours, occasionally increasing neighborhood noise levels. However, 12th Street leads to Interstate 94 and downtown Bismarck within 3 miles. The neighborhood is also 3 miles from Sanford Medical Center and less than 7 miles from Bismarck Municipal Airport.Restaurants and shops surround North Hills
While North Hills is primarily residential, retail and restaurant options are plentiful. "It's just as easy to go shopping on the north side as it is downtown," Andre says. Old 10 Bar & Grill hands out free popcorn with its relaxed American fare, and Grand Junction Grilled Subs offers a quick bite around lunch. Crumbl and La Michoacana Mexican Snacks are nearby favorites for an after-meal dessert. More restaurants line 12th Street. People grab groceries at Cash Wise Foods Grocery Store or Family Fare Supermarket.
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Written By
Isabel Butler
Photography Contributed By
Joe Kirsch
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Darren Schmidt
Darren Schmidt
Oaktree Realtors
(701) 401-0140
388 Total Sales
8 in North Hills
$130K - $409K Price Range
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Justin Sackman
Justin Sackman
BIANCO REALTY, INC.
(701) 401-3642
74 Total Sales
1 in North Hills
$188,000 Price
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Amy Hullet
Amy Hullet
CENTURY 21 Morrison Realty
(701) 401-8569
315 Total Sales
17 in North Hills
$115K - $485K Price Range
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Terry Stevahn
Terry Stevahn
CENTURY 21 Morrison Realty
(701) 401-9154
341 Total Sales
18 in North Hills
$74K - $385K Price Range
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Jason Schmidt
Jason Schmidt
Responds QuicklyOaktree Realtors
(701) 712-6142
163 Total Sales
3 in North Hills
$285K - $409K Price Range
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AUSTIN MUTH
AUSTIN MUTH
GENESIS REALTY, LLC
(701) 712-6012
123 Total Sales
2 in North Hills
$220K - $385K Price Range
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
Century Recreation Area Bark Park
Jaycee Centennial Park
Normandy Park
Capitol Racquet and Fitness Center
Horizon Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Hills, Bismarck sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in North Hills, Bismarck over the last 12 months is $289,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$289,000
Median Sale Price
$289,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$387,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$305,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$222,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
63
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$155
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
772
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1991
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,261
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,900
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,362
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,008
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,297 - $2,994 per month
- Hawk Pointe Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 820+ Sq Ft
- 4201 Montreal St
- Bismarck, ND
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$1,537 - $2,655 per month
- Terrace Pointe Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 825+ Sq Ft
- 3635 Valcartier St
- Bismarck, ND
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$634 - $1,105 per month
- Brandon Heights Village
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 916 Sq Ft
- 580 Brandon Place
- Bismarck, ND
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,276
Median Age
49
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
34.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,009
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,487
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.3%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.9%
% Population in Labor Force
62.1%
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®
29
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27
/ 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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