True to its name, Central Brooklyn is located right in the heart of Brooklyn Park, a Minneapolis suburb. Although most of the neighborhood is residential, it is surrounded by Brooklyn Park’s main amenities, shopping centers and park. Plus, while the northern part of the area offers newer homes selling for higher prices, communities like Central Brooklyn, developed back in the 1960s through ’80s, are comparatively more affordable. “It’s one of the most affordable areas to get a large, two-story home that’s newer,” says real estate agent Caleb Carlson with Real Broker. “You can still get great big homes with access to the things that people need.”
Property in Central Brooklyn is well shaded and feature large driveways.
Central Brooklyn is part of Brooklyn Park located in the heart of Minneapolis.
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Multiple housing options available in Central Brooklyn
Split-level and ranch-style homes sit on quarter-acre properties, where front lawns run straight to the road, unobstructed by sidewalks. Single-family homes typically sell between $320,000 and $400,000. However, Central Brooklyn offers many other housing options. Subdivisions like The Landings and Sunrise Estates include townhomes ranging from $180,000 to $245,000, often with monthly HOA fees of around $225 per month. Renters can find low-rise apartment complexes like Villa Del Coronado Apartments and Point of America Apartments along Zane Avenue.
You can find rows of apartments for people looking for easy living.
Central Brooklyn homes are colorful and offer great curb appeal.
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Central Brooklyn's neighborhood park and nearby recreational spaces
As in many Brooklyn Park neighborhoods, a neighborhood park sits in the center of Central Brooklyn. “They put a lot of emphasis on their neighborhood parks,” says Brooklyn Park resident Jon Perkins, Realtor with RE/MAX. “Everybody’s within two blocks of a community park in Brooklyn Park.” The small Sunny Acres Park includes a playground and a walking path around an open space. However, the neighborhood is also across the street from much larger Central Park, where kids can climb a three-story playground or sled down the hill when it snows. The park also offers basketball and tennis courts and a 9-hole disc golf course. Also across the street, the Community Activity Center has indoor amenities like a fitness room, an ice rink and a walking track. Outside, there’s a fishing pond and a skate park.
Central Park in the Central Brooklyn area is perfect for disc golf, dog walking and tennis.
Enjoy the beautiful nature around Sunny Acres Park Playground and Dog Park in Central Brooklyn.
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Nearby Brooklyn Park public schools
On the neighborhood's western side, Crest View Elementary School is within walking distance from most Central Brooklyn homes. It receives a C from Niche. North View Middle School receives a C-plus. Park Center Senior High School is an International Baccalaureate school and receives a B-minus from Niche.
North View Middle School is located in a large suburb, providing education in Central Brooklyn.
Park Center ranks 264th in Minnesota, offering AP courses and exams to students of Central Brooklyn.
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Diverse dining options available throughout Brooklyn Park
Aldi is less than a mile away from Central Brooklyn on the other side of Brookdale Drive. Rocky Rococo Pizza and Pasta serves pan-style pizza, where all the pies are square. Value Foods, one of many international markets in the area, specializes in African goods plus a diverse menu of prepared foods from across the continent. Locals also head to Vietnam House for pho and banh mi. For more shopping, Target is about 2 miles away and a Walmart Supercenter is closer to 3.
Rocky Rococo is a regional chain that serves pasta, sandwiches and pizza in Central Brooklyn.
Aldi's in Central Brooklyn is a popular grocery store for local shoppers.
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Annual events hosted at the Community Activity Center
Central Brooklyn’s proximity to the Community Activity Center means residents are just around the corner from the area’s annual events and traditions. Every late May, the Tater Daze Parade and Community Gathering goes through town and stops at the community center. Local organizations and high school teams walk the parade, and concerts and food trucks set up at the center. In midsummer, the center hosts Jazz in July, where locals set up lawn chairs and picnic blankets to listen to music.
Community Activity Center is located in Brooklyn Park and features an area for fishing, an ice rink and other indoor activities.
Chalkfest offers local artists and live music annually near Central Brooklyn.
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Getting around Brooklyn Park and Minneapolis
While residents can walk to nearby amenities, parks and the elementary school, buses also stop along Brookdale Drive and Zane Avenue. Commuters are about 12 miles from downtown Minneapolis, and Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is about 25 miles away. Mercy Hospital-Unity Campus is about 9 miles across the river, and North Memorial Health Robbinsdale Hospital is about 8 miles south.
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Welcome to this well-maintained, unique, 5-level 2BR townhome. One of the best prices in the area! This home offers comfortable, low-maintenance living with separate family and living rooms. Ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors. Mechanically updated with new central air, refrigerator and more. Inside, you'll find two spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a functional kitchen
Beautiful townhome featuring a charming brick fireplace, private balcony, and an open, inviting layout. Enjoy peaceful living in a quiet community with convenient access to parks, shopping, and everyday amenities. Recent updates include a new roof and driveway, both completed within the last three years.
Villa Del Coronado offers spacious 1- and 2-bedroom apartment homes in Brooklyn Park. Affordability and great amenities are what Villa Del Coronado strives to offer. Some of the things youll find here are a community clubhouse, outdoor pool, additional storage, on-site laundry on each floor, party room, and a picnic area. The value of choosing Villa Del Coronado is apparent when you see the size
Additional fees for this community include:Non-Optional FeesApplication fee: $50/adultNon-refundable administrative fee: Management charges a $150, non-refundable, administrative fee that is related to our internal and administrative costs for the establishment of a resident file, and preparation of initial lease paperwork and related addendums. This administrative fee must be paid, in addition
Welcome to Park 85 Apartments! We have beautiful renovated units that feature elegant plank flooring, stainless steel appliances and new kitchen cabinets. We're located in a fantastic location, right across the street from Central Park and near Edinburgh Golf Course. We also have an indoor heated pool and cedar dry saunas that offer the perfect setting to relax year-round! Our newly updated
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,897
Median Age
34
Population under 18
29.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,226
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,116
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
28.7%
Advanced Degrees
11.3%
% Population in Labor Force
89.3%
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®
44/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
35/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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