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Downtown Fargo

Downtown Fargo

$333,518 Average Value
$322 Average Price per Sq Ft
45 Homes For Sale
Fargo's urban core and cultural heart.
Fargo's urban core and cultural heart.

Living in Downtown Fargo

Downtown Fargo has a lively, creative atmosphere and stands out as the city’s cultural center, with a more urban vibe for people who want condo living steps from shops, restaurants and entertainment venues. Century-old theaters and storefronts line Broadway, the heart of the neighborhood, while office buildings and hotels rise around it. Parks and seasonal events, like ice skating at Broadway Square, get people outside, and solid highway and public transit access make for easy commutes through the rest of the metro area.

What the housing options are like

Condos are the main form of housing downtown. You'll find everything from modern construction — including luxury options — to older or historic buildings converted into fresh living spaces. Newer luxury buildings may offer heated underground parking, fitness rooms and pet-friendly amenities such as dog runs. Prices span a wide range, but most have sold between the low $100,000s and the low $400,000s. On the lowest end, they start in the high $80,000s; on the highest end, they fetch nearly $2 million. You'll also find some single-family homes in and around the greater downtown area, selling from the low $90,000s to the mid-$300,000s, though they are far less common.

The community vibe and culture

Downtown is one of Fargo's busiest and most culturally rich areas. "It's a little more of an edgy part of Fargo, urban, walkable. It's where a lot of the food and drink scene is," says Realtor Rachel Rogen, with eXp Realty, who has a decade's worth of experience. "For entertainment, you've got Fargo Theatre, Plains Art Museum, galleries, fairs, that kind of stuff." She also points out there's a good mix of young professionals and college students around, with North Dakota State University having a downtown campus.

Things to do in the downtown area

Broadway, Main Avenue and nearby blocks are packed with shopping, dining and entertainment. Vinyl Taco serves Mexican street food in an eclectic music-themed space. Rosewild and Prairie Kitchen are two other favorites. "In my opinion, they are the best date night spots," says Danni Melquist, marketing director for Visit Fargo-Moorhead. "Rosewild is super cool," adds Jenny Buhr, a Realtor with Trilogy Real Estate and president of Doorsteps Midwest. "They will actually cater to you and give you a seven-course meal based on what the chef wants to do for you." There's also Roberts Alley, a trendy corridor with murals and atmospheric patio dining. For a caffeinated drink, you'll find craft coffee shops like Twenty Below Coffee Co. and Atomic Coffee. As the day moves to night, Fargo Brewing Co. transforms from a beer mecca into an entertainment space where regional and nationally touring bands take the stage.

Other ways to enjoy the downtown area:

  • Browse local shops like Revolver for vintage clothing and Unglued for handmade goods.
  • Attend events, including the Red River Farmers Market, open from summer to fall.
  • Catch a concert or classic film at the Fargo Theatre or a comedy show at The Cellar.
  • Explore exhibits or take classes at the Plains Art Museum.

Mezzaluna serves three and four course meals.
Mezzaluna serves three and four course meals.
Wurst Bier Hall hosts trivia nights for residents of Downtown Fargo to enjoy.
Wurst Bier Hall hosts trivia nights for residents of Downtown Fargo to enjoy.
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It's easy to get to a wide range of restaurants and entertainment on foot.
It's easy to get to a wide range of restaurants and entertainment on foot.

Downtown is extremely walkable

Roads around Downtown Fargo can be busy, as this area takes the brunt of tourism and business traffic. But once you find a place to park, downtown's walkability makes it easy to get to hotels, museums, parks, dining and shopping. MATBUS, the Fargo-Moorhead metro system, features bus routes in and out of the area, and Amtrak’s Empire Builder train stops at the Fargo station. Interstate 94 links the downtown core to Moorhead and West Fargo, with the I-94 Red River bridge functioning as a key commuter connection. Hector International Airport is roughly 5 miles away.

Outdoor activities locals enjoy

Downtown Fargo's main parks include Island Park, Broadway Square, Dike East Park and Dike West Park. Island Park is a popular spot for tennis, swimming in the pool, and letting the kids burn some energy off at the playground. Dike West Park features a large skate park and basketball courts. You can launch your boat into the Red River from Dike East Park during the warmer months and use its cross-country ski trails during the winter. Broadway Square, in the heart of downtown, is a gathering space that hosts seasonal activities, including ice skating between December and March.

Island Park gives the kids a place to play.
Island Park gives the kids a place to play.
Dike East Park is along the Red River.
Dike East Park is along the Red River.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Hector International

9 min drive

Bus

4th Ave N & 12th St N (Corner Sw)

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5th St N & 1st Ave N (Corner Nw)

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Np Ave N & 2nd St N (Corner Sw)

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2nd Ave N & Ndsu R H Barry Hall (Main Entrance)

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Np Ave N & 11th St N & 10th St N (Midblock South)

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2nd Ave N & Roberts St (Corner Sw)

Bus

Shelter 278 (Fargo High Rise)

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Downtown Fargo US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 7 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Downtown Fargo Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$355,000
Median Sale Price
$229,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$587,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$274,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$322

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
385
Number of Homes for Sale
45
Median Year Built
1966
Months of Supply
21.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,676
Below the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,174
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,545
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
909
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,632

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
5,090
Median Age
35
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$29,203
Significantly below the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$52,674

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.7%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
38.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.1%
% Population in Labor Force
76.6%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
24''
Average Winter Low Temperature
1°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
45''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

84 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

94 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

43 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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