Hawthorne
Neighborhood in Fargo, North Dakota
Cass County 58103
Eclectic and protected century-old historic homes
“I love the Hawthorne neighborhood; it’s so old, and the houses there are so unique!” says Buhr, “The character there, oh my god, it’s the most amazing thing. They have a lot of historic houses, classified by the city of Fargo as historic homes that can’t ever be demolished.” Charm and character are two words used most often to talk about this neighborhood which features Victorian-influenced farmhouses, Cape Cods, square Italianates, Tudor-influenced estates and more sitting side-by-side along the tree-lined streets. While these older homes feature detached one- and two-car garages, newer construction options within the community come with attached storage. Condos from the 1960s and 70s generally sell for $100,000 to $200,000, while those from the 80s to the present-day can go for between $250,000 and $500,000. Single-family homes sell for between $150,000 and $450,000; while larger historic homes with footprints of 4,000 square feet or more – and often featuring six or more bedrooms – can go for $600,000 to $900,000.
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The oldest park in the city and more, along the Red River
“Island Park is one of the most well-known parks there,” says Buhr, “They do Yoga in the Park there all the time.” Fargo’s first park, dating back to 1910, Island Park has a gazebo, numerous tennis courts, a basketball court and walking trails, all under the thickest canopy of trees found within the city limits. It’s also home to the Island Park Pool, where thorough renovations will be completed in time for the 2025 pool season. Just south of Island Park, Dill Hill is home to softball and kickball leagues, with two baseball/softball fields. Dike West Park is home to a skate park, while Dike East Park features a dog park, two boat ramps and a walking bridge over the Red River. Anglers can be seen casting lines from the banks throughout the spring and summer months.
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State-leading academics
Students in Hawthorne start their education at Hawthorne Elementary School, located within the neighborhood, for kindergarten through second grade. Third through fifth grade takes place at Clara Barton Elementary; and these two schools are combined by Niche, which give them a B rating. Ben Franklin Middle School earns a B-plus grade, while Fargo North High School gets an A-minus and is also named the second-best public high school in all of North Dakota by Niche. Nearby, Nativity Elementary is part of the St. John Paul II Catholic Schools – and students can continue their secondary-level education at Sacred Heart Middle School and Shanley High, which earns a B-plus grade. Another private option is: the Oak Grove Lutheran School, which has an elementary school in the southeast of Fargo, while the north campus – housing sixth through twelfth grades– is just north of downtown.
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Crazy pizza offerings with skyline views
At the top end of the neighborhood, everything from tattoo shops to restaurants and boutiques are clustered in buildings sporting early-1900s facades. Nominated as a James Beard Foundation Outstanding Bakery in 2024, Nichole’s Fine Pastry and Café specializes in traditional European baked goods and classic American cakes and pies. Rhombus Guys offers craft beers and imaginative pizzas–with options like Thai Chicken and Spicy Pickle–with a rooftop patio that Danni Melquist, Director of Marketing at Visit Fargo-Moorhead, highlights as one of her favorites in the city. Residents can snag a coffee at Babb’s Coffee House, a Seattle-influenced spot with coffee and breakfast and lunch bites, before searching for a vintage blouse at Carmine & Hayworth Vintage. For grabbing the weekly groceries, Hornbacher’s is just southeast of the neighborhood.
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Having fun in the Fargo snow
Fargo isn’t just about snow, but Fargoans know that Hawthorne is the spot for winter fun. “Hawthorne is right next to the Dike; it’s a popular sledding destination in the wintertime. Lots of kids go there to go sledding, families, kids, everybody,” says Buhr. Over six weekends in January and February, Frostival brings events to various parks and rinks around the city in an effort to keep the winter blues at bay.A poignant remembrance and multiple festivals
Island Park is a center of activity. Beyond the regular Yoga in the Park events, it’s also home to the poignant Angel of Hope, one of the 150 or so Christmas Box Angel statues in the country. “The Angel of Hope Statue, every December, they have a candlelight memorial service for those who have lost a child,” says Buhr. Come summertime, the Midwest Kid Fest is a free festival for kids held each June. It includes a parade, life-sized games, a petting zoo and live entertainment. Later in summer, the Island Park Show is a juried arts and crafts festival featuring local artists accompanied by food vendors and musicians. A few blocks farther north, July’s Downtown Fargo Street Fair means three days of food, shopping and entertainment, while the Fargo Civic Center hosts a cascade of regular events.
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Tons of options to travel in and around Hawthorne
With bike lanes, quiet side streets, wide sidewalks and MATBUS Routes 14 and 15 ringing the neighborhood, Hawthorne provides plenty of ways to leave the car at home. Even at the furthest point, Downtown Fargo is only a mile away for residents, and many will walk to work or to shopping and dining regularly. Roughly 4 miles away, Essentia Health provides 24-hour emergency care and is usually within a 10-minute drive. 4 miles in the other direction, Hector International Airport provides regional and national commercial flights. Residents don’t have to travel far for worship, as the neighborhood offers established congregations, including Temple Beth El, Grace Lutheran Church, Cornerstone Baptist Church and St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tina Kraft
Tina Kraft
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty (3240 WF)
(218) 789-8803
192 Total Sales
6 in Hawthorne
$97K - $829K Price Range
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Katie Johansen
Katie Johansen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties
(701) 760-4667
71 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$435,000 Price
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Kevin Fisher
Kevin Fisher
Park Co., REALTORS®
(701) 929-8305
134 Total Sales
1 in Hawthorne
$240,000 Price
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Derek Brandenburg
Derek Brandenburg
eXp Realty - Fargo 3247
(701) 354-4221
434 Total Sales
3 in Hawthorne
$77K - $477K Price Range
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Bruce Johnson
Bruce Johnson
RE/MAX Realty 1
(218) 515-5571
155 Total Sales
2 in Hawthorne
$355K - $470K Price Range
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Troy Krabbenhoft
Troy Krabbenhoft
Krabbenhoft Real Estate Team
(218) 304-3212
201 Total Sales
2 in Hawthorne
$100K - $280K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Island Park
Dill Hill
Dike East Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Hawthorne | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Hawthorne Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hawthorne, Fargo sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Hawthorne, Fargo over the last 12 months is $261,500, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$286,900
Median Sale Price
$261,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$306,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$245,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$175,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
65
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$157
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
605
Number of Homes for Sale
23
Median Year Built
1917
Months of Supply
4.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,898
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,084
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,384
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,649
Median Age
40
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,720
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,131
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.6%
College Graduates
56.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.6%
% Population in Labor Force
73.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
24''
Average Winter Low Temperature
1°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
48
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38
/ 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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Horace Mann
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Lincoln
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