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Midcentury homes in a convenient location near the Twin Cities
Brownwood is near the center of Crystal, Minnesota, a suburban city northwest of Minneapolis. Characterized by midcentury homes, the neighborhood enjoys proximity to shopping, dining and recreation. “Gosh, there’s pretty much everything you can think of,” says Brent Peterson, a Realtor with Re/Max Results. “You have a lot of shops and restaurants.” Crystal’s location in relation to the rest of the Twin Cities is another key part of its appeal. “There’s tons of options for things to do just because of the proximity to the greater Twin Cities,” Peterson says. “It’s a convenience thing for sure.”
Ranch-style homes tucked amidst tall trees
Brownwood is largely composed of ranch-style homes, spaced moderately apart. Lots feature well-kept lawns and mature trees. Some homes have garages beneath them, like along 37th Avenue, while others have detached garages. Some other designs, like half-stories and bi-levels, are scattered amongst the ranch-style homes. “These are all post-World War II built homes,” Peterson says. “So, they’re pretty similar. The only difference between one side of the block and the other might be that one side might have basements, and the other might have crawl spaces.” Prices range from about $215,000 up to $400,000.
Some ranch style homes in Brownwood feature a small front patio.
You will find many ranch style homes in the Brownwood neighborhood.
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Student wellness a priority at Robbinsdale Middle School
Crystal is served by the Robbinsdale Area School District, which scores a B-minus from Niche. Forest Elementary School earns a C-plus and is Brownwood’s neighborhood school. Robbinsdale Middle School, which scores a C, has incorporated new updates like a student wellness room in recent years. Cooper High School earns a C-plus and offers its students Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate options, plus art, music and theater programs.
Robbinsdale Cooper Senior High School enrolls over 1,700 students in grades 9-12.
Teachers take pride in their students at Robbinsdale Middle School.
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Options for getting around the Twin Cities
Downtown Minneapolis is about 10 miles away via Minnesota Highway 100, a major Twin Cities thoroughfare accessible about 8 blocks east of the neighborhood. “You’re 10 minutes from downtown and 20 minutes from the airport,” Peterson says. The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is about 22 miles southeast. Interstate 94 is 4 miles north. Bus routes run along most of the neighborhood’s boundary streets, and the quieter streets are suitable for walkers and cyclists. North Memorial Health’s Robbinsdale Hospital is a little over 3 miles away.
A floating boardwalk at Hagemeister Pond Preserve
The neighborhood offers several green spaces so residents can enjoy the outdoors close to home. Brownwood Park lies at the neighborhood's northern edge and connects to Memory Lane Natural Area, where a large pond provides a nice walking route. Lions Park, just west of Brownwood in New Hope, Minnesota, has a dog park. Hagemeister Pond Preserve Park includes a section of floating boardwalk over its namesake pond, where lucky locals might spot some wildlife. Crystal Highlands Park offers a playground and picnic area. Folks can bowl 10 frames at New Hope Bowl, a few blocks west of Brownwood.
Hagemeister Pond Preserve is known for the floating bridge that spans the pond.
You can sit and relax by the water at Memory Lane Nature Area.
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Milton’s draws the crowds
Brownwood is close to several popular restaurants. Milton’s serves American fare on the corner of 36th Avenue and Douglas Drive. “That place is always, always packed,” Peterson says. “Pub 42 is near there too. That’s a good spot.” Almsted’s Fresh Market is a family-owned grocery store at the neighborhood's northwest corner, and Cub Foods is no more than 2 miles away. The closest shopping area is Crystal Shopping Center, about 2 miles north, home to Target and other chain stores and restaurants.
Milton's is a popular restaurant with patio seating near Brownwood.
Almsted's Fresh Market is a smaller local market with fresh groceries.
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Crystal Frolics celebrates the city each July
Crystal hosts a city-wide community event each July called the Crystal Frolics, where residents can gather for a festival, one of the area’s largest softball tournaments, a pickleball tournament, food vendors and live music. The Crystal Farmer’s Market runs weekly from June through September. Elision Playhouse on 42nd Avenue puts on local theatrical productions.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Brownwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brownwood, Crystal sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Brownwood, Crystal over the last 12 months is $357,450, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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