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Monroe

Monroe

Suburban Neighborhood in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

Hennepin County 55444
$336,727 Average Value
$288 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Monroe is convenient to shopping, restaurants and the Twin Cities

On Brooklyn Park’s east side, Monroe is a quiet, suburban neighborhood known for its midcentury-inspired homes. Half a mile from the Mississippi River and about a 15-minute drive to Minneapolis, Monroe also shares borders with neighborhoods known for food, entertainment and shopping.
Monroe is a residential enclave about 10 miles north of Minneapolis.
Monroe is a residential enclave about 10 miles north of Minneapolis.
The Mississippi River runs along Brooklyn Park’s edge with trails and scenic overlooks.
The Mississippi River runs along Brooklyn Park’s edge with trails and scenic overlooks.
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Midcentury-inspired homes are popular in Monroe

Monroe is mostly residential, with split-level and ranch-style homes on quarter-acre lots. Attached garages and fenced-in backyards are typical, though sidewalks are not. Homes are priced from the mid-$200,000s to the high $300,000s, depending on size and amenities. The median price for single-family homes is in the low $300,000s, beneath the national median of around $400,000.
Colorful ranch-style homes are well-maintained in Monroe.
Colorful ranch-style homes are well-maintained in Monroe.
Monroe features split-level homes with classic white brick and modern charm.
Monroe features split-level homes with classic white brick and modern charm.
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The neighborhood is about a 15-minute drive from Minneapolis

State Highway 252 is the area’s main thoroughfare and provides a direct route to Minneapolis, about 10 miles south. St. Paul is about 20 miles southeast. Metro Transit buses are available, with stops along Humboldt Avenue.
Downtown Minneapolis features striking skyscrapers that shape the city’s modern skyline.
Downtown Minneapolis features striking skyscrapers that shape the city’s modern skyline.
The Metro Transit bus system connects Monroe residents to Minneapolis.
The Metro Transit bus system connects Monroe residents to Minneapolis.
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Diners enjoy authentic West African dining at Milah's Royal Bistro

Milah’s Royal Bistro serves authentic cuisine from Liberia and other West African countries, including jollof rice, okra sauce and fried cassava leaf. Fat Nat’s Eggs serves breakfast and lunch in a classic greasy spoon atmosphere with a menu that includes eight different styles of eggs Benedict. Edinburgh Festival Centre is less than 2 miles away and has shopping, chain restaurants and a Festival Foods grocery store.
Milah’s Royal Bistro offers West African dishes like jollof rice, suya, and plantains.
Milah’s Royal Bistro offers West African dishes like jollof rice, suya, and plantains.
Festival Foods stocks international ingredients and local produce.
Festival Foods stocks international ingredients and local produce.
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Edinburgh USA has been featured in Golf Digest and Golf Magazine

Monroe Park attracts visitors with its trails and open space, while City Park’s playground equipment is a popular destination for families. Athletes of all skill levels head to Evergreen Park to take advantage of its hockey rink, baseball field and basketball court. Edinburgh USA is a public golf course that’s been featured in Golf Digest and Golf Magazine. In addition to 18 holes with a wooded atmosphere, it offers lessons, junior leagues and a clubhouse restaurant.
Willowstone residents can enjoy an afternoon out at the Edinburgh Golf Course.
Willowstone residents can enjoy an afternoon out at the Edinburgh Golf Course.
Evergreen Park features an ice rink, trails, a basketball court, and large open fields.
Evergreen Park features an ice rink, trails, a basketball court, and large open fields.
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Champlin Park High School has a popular athletics program

Monroe Elementary School is in the northern half of the neighborhood and has a grade of B from Niche. From there, students will attend Jackson Middle School, which has a B-plus. Older students will enroll at Champlin Park High School, which has an A-minus. The high school has an active athletics department with football, basketball, and hockey teams. Spero Academy is a charter school in the area dedicated to disabled students. Niche has not graded this school.
Monroe Elementary School has 539 students with a student to teacher ratio of 13 to 1.
Monroe Elementary School has 539 students with a student to teacher ratio of 13 to 1.
Champlin Park High School earns an overall A minus grade according to Niche.
Champlin Park High School earns an overall A minus grade according to Niche.
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Locals learn along the Mississippi River at River Park Fest

River Park Fest celebrates the outdoors every summer with a day of guided walks and instructional stations along the Mississippi’s banks. Visitors can learn about fishing, nature journaling, birding and more while enjoying local food trucks. The Tater Daze Festival pays tribute to the region’s potato-centric past with a parade, live bands and family events.
River Park Fest features live music and food vendors at a charming waterfront park.
River Park Fest features live music and food vendors at a charming waterfront park.
River Park provides river views and picnic spots for a relaxing day outdoors.
River Park provides river views and picnic spots for a relaxing day outdoors.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Darcy Board

    Darcy Board

    eXp Realty

    (763) 225-2107

    136 Total Sales

    1 in Monroe

    $330,000 Price

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  • Pahola Clysdale

    Pahola Clysdale

    RE/MAX Advantage Plus

    (651) 571-9698

    177 Total Sales

    2 in Monroe

    $213K - $350K Price Range

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  • Josh Pomerleau

    Josh Pomerleau

    Responds Quickly

    JPW Realty

    (612) 249-7858

    1,383 Total Sales

    2 in Monroe

    $285K - $300K Price Range

    Josh Pomerleau
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  • Joseph Buckley

    Joseph Buckley

    Responds Quickly

    Keller Williams Classic Rlty NW

    (612) 441-2350

    431 Total Sales

    1 in Monroe

    $340,000 Price

    Joseph Buckley
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  • Kosol Sek

    Kosol Sek

    Responds Quickly

    Forsalebyweb.com

    (651) 661-3566

    42 Total Sales

    1 in Monroe

    $325,000 Price

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  • Abby Schannauer

    Abby Schannauer

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    Keller Williams Classic Rlty NW

    (320) 345-3938

    199 Total Sales

    1 in Monroe

    $322,000 Price

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain

32 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Monroe US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Monroe Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Monroe, Brooklyn Park sell after 169 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Monroe, Brooklyn Park over the last 12 months is $665,000.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$699,900
Median Sale Price
$665,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$665,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$288

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
533
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1983
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,304
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,699
Median Age
38
Population under 18
27.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$100,843
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$117,047

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.3%
College Graduates
34.5%
Advanced Degrees
16.6%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73%
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

Bikeable

Bike Score®

52 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

32 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

27 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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