The shores of the St. Louis River give way to a wooded patchwork of residential streets known as Norton Park. Despite much of the area being forested recreational space, the community is connected to downtown via Route 23 or Interstate 35 for longer trips. Route 23 divides lower-priced older homes from the slightly newer, occasionally-listed riverfront builds. “The waterfront homes are coming on the market, but there’s little new construction,” says Realtor Beverly J. Van Alstine of Re/Max Results. Year-round outdoor sports and activities are integral to life in Norton Park.
Norton Park is situated along the bank of the St. Louis River.
Spirit Mountain has recreational activities year round for Norton Parkresidents.
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Fun in the forests or by the St Louis River
Norton Park is a small, centralized spot with a playground for kids and a sports fields, around which lay the neighborhood’s few residential streets. Forestland makes up the western portion of the community, measuring nearly a square mile. Trails wind through these woods for a fun afternoon hike along Knowlton Creek. Nearby Lake Superior Zoo showcases 140 species such as macaws, tigers and tree frogs. The zoo also offers summer camps and preschool programs. Indian Point Campground touches the water, enticing campers, anglers and hikers. The latter group has access to the waterfront trails, which bend with the curvature of the shore.
However, Norton Park isn’t limited to just hiking and relaxing by the waterfront. The Spirit Mountain Recreation Area is known for year-round opportunities for fun, be it mountain biking along wooded trails in the summer or hitting the slopes in the winter. Skiers of all skill levels are welcome to board the lift to ski runs that range from novice-level to expert.
The Lake Superior Zoo near Norton Park has large enclosures for viewing animals.
Swap stories at the Norton Park Little Library.
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Ranch and traditional-style homes are common
Much of Norton Park is comprised of forests, so the residential footprint is just over one-tenth of a square mile. Its streets run perpendicular to Route 23, along which buyers will find narrow home lots averaging one-tenth of an acre punctuated by mature trees. Some traditional and ranch-style dwellings offer driveways, while others necessitate street parking. A two- or three-bedroom home on the west side of Route 23 costs between $140,000 and $340,000. Prices rise on the east side of this thoroughfare, with more spacious three-bedroom homes hugging the water. “If you’re looking in the lakeside or woodland areas, that’s where you’re going to get some of the higher-end homes,” says Realtor Macey Solomon of F.I. Salter Real Estate, Inc. These builds fetch around $450,000 to $600,000.
The narrow streets of Norton Park has a variety of homestyles.
Norton Park homes are often one level for convenient living.
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A couple of spots for a meal
Shops and restaurants sit at Norton Parks’ extremities. Subway and McDonald’s are available just off the Interstate 35 interchange. The neighborhood’s northwestern corner houses Black Woods Grill and Bar, a calm, rustic dining spot serving a variety of surf and turf entrees. For a more low-key meal, residents can stop into Tappa Keg Inn. The restaurant is known for its prime rib and easygoing vibes. Super One Foods is 2 miles up the road for all the weekly essentials.
Blackwoods Grill & Bar is a popular restaurant near Norton Park.
SuperOne Foods near Norton Park is a great shopping experience for residents.
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Getting the grade in Norton Park
Students in this neighborhood can attend Stowe Elementary before moving to Lincoln Park Middle. Denfeld High rounds out the list, offering various AP and CTE courses. Each of these schools receives a B-minus rating from Niche.
Stowe Elementary School is a public PK-5 elementary school.
At Denfeld High School, 34% of students are minorities, and 56% are economically disadvantaged.
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Two thoroughfares connect the neighborhood with other areas
Route 23 passes through Norton Park, making for a straightforward 7-mile drive into Downtown Duluth. Going by car takes about 13 minutes, and hopping on the bus means just a 17-minute trip. Reaching the Duluth International Airport by bus takes 22 minutes, but traveling those 13 miles by bus lasts an hour and 42 minutes.
Winters in Duluth
December tends to be the snowiest month in the Duluth area, with about 80 annual inches the 30-year normal. Typical high temperatures remain below freezing for an average of about 106 days each year.
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Parks in this Area
Norton Park
Waabizheshikana Trail
Transit
Airport
Duluth International
27 min drive
Bus
Grand Ave & 77 Aw
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Grand Ave & 80 Aw
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Grand Ave & 85 Aw
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Grand Ave & 83 Aw
Bus
Grand Ave & 75 Aw
Bus
Grand Ave & 79 Aw
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Norton Park
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Norton Park, Duluth sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Norton Park, Duluth over the last 12 months is $331,458, up 54% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$196,000
Median Single Family Price
$195,500
Median Townhouse Price
$598,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$219
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median List Price
$196,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
369
Median Year Built
1941
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,116
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,000
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
808
Median Age
46
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,552
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,207
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.8%
College Graduates
28.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
6°F
Average Summer High Temperature
75°F
Annual Snowfall
69''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
5/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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