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Firehouse

Firehouse

$303,220 Average Value
$177 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Firehouse is a diverse neighborhood near Minneapolis

The small neighborhood of Firehouse mixes a residential setting with access to modern amenities in northeast Brooklyn Center, a suburb of the Twin Cities. This community is home to Brooklyn Center Secondary School and has a collection of shopping and dining options that reflect its diverse population. Interstate 94/694 runs along the neighborhood’s south side, providing convenient commutes to nearby Minneapolis.

Minimal traditional, ranch-style homes are prominent

This community offers a variety of housing options, with most on quiet, tree-filled streets. Minimal Traditional homes are common on the south side of the neighborhood. Bi-levels, split-levels and single-story ranch-style homes are prominent on the north side. Large contemporary homes are built close together in a modern subdivision setting on the east side. Townhomes can also be found. Prices range from around $215,000 to about $450,000. While summers in the area are hot and humid, residents should be aware that winter brings freezing temperatures and typically heavy snowfall.

Combination middle and high school is in the neighborhood

While recognized as the Brooklyn Center Secondary School by Brooklyn Center Community Schools, the neighborhood institution is more commonly known as Brooklyn Center Middle and High School. Niche gives the high school, which features STEAM courses in subjects like robotics and coding, a grade of C, and the middle school a C-minus. Brooklyn Center Elementary School is rated D-plus. Minnesota’s open-enrollment program allows students to apply for transfers to schools outside of their districts.

African Market anchors main retail center; TopGolf was recently added

The Humboldt Square retail center on the neighborhood’s north side is anchored by Value Foods African Market, a grocery store that recently moved into a larger space at Humboldt Square previously occupied by a Dollar Tree. Various shopping and dining options also can be found there. A small retail center on 66th Avenue offers a smaller selection of options near TopGolf Brooklyn Center, a modern entertainment center that features a state-of-the-art driving range and a sports bar/restaurant. Big-box retailers Walmart and Target that once anchored nearby retail centers south of I-94 have shuttered in recent years.

Neighborhood park is next to the fire station and school

Firehouse Park is a neighborhood recreational destination that features fenced-in ballfields and includes a playground. The park is adjacent to Brooklyn Center East Fire Station and across the street from the high school and its athletic amenities. The Brooklyn Center Community Center is just across I-94 about a mile away. It features a swimming pool and fitness center, offers classes for children and adults and hosts community events. Evergreen Park and Palmer Lake Park are other popular destinations nearby.

Hospital 5 miles away; downtown Minneapolis within 10 miles

Several neighborhood streets offer access to public transportation, allowing residents to travel by bus to local points of interest. Mercy Hospital-Unity Campus is 5 miles away. The jobs, hospitals and other amenities of the Twin Cities are easily accessible from the neighborhood. Downtown Minneapolis is within 10 miles via I-94, and I-694 provides access to St. Paul, less than 20 miles away. Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is about a 20-mile drive.

Matt Pallister
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Matt Pallister
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain

32 min drive

Bus

Humboldt Ave N & 65th Ave N

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Humboldt Ave N & 67th Ave N

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65th Ave N & Fremont Ave N

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Dupont Ave N & 67th Ave N

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69th Ave N & Humboldt Ave & Fremont Place

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69th Ave N & Emerson Ave & Dupont Ave

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Humboldt Ave N & #6521

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Firehouse Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$320,000
Median Sale Price
$339,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$344,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$215,250
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$177

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
490
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1969
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,409
Significantly below the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,248
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,555
Median Age
32
Population under 18
32.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$62,741
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,625

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.2%
College Graduates
25.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.9%
% Population in Labor Force
82.1%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
7°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
59''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

30 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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