Longfellow is an established residential area along the Red River in North Fargo, known for its access to the city's multipurpose trail system and nearby parks. Nature surrounds the homes, with open parklands and old-growth trees separating them from the waterfront. The area gets its name from Longfellow Elementary, and Edgewood Public Golf Course is another highlight of the community, with some properties backing up to the greens.
You'll see plenty of brick and vinyl ranch-style and split-level houses in Longfellow, most built between the 1960s and 1980s. Different shades of paint and unique design touches, from shingle siding to stone detailing, set them apart. The median lot size is over 12,600 square feet here, giving neighbors their space. If you live at the top-end of the community, you could walk to the golf course from the back yard or sit on your patio and watch people play. Prices typically range from the high $200,000s to the high $400,000s. "Some of those homes for their ages actually have excellent appreciation values," says Erik Wall, a Realtor and team owner at Wall Street Realty Team with 20 years of experience in the industry. He says aside from being sought after, they are very well maintained,
Wall describes Longfellow as a place where life moves at a slower pace. Residents settle in, get comfortable and stay for years to a whole lifetime. "It's a generational neighborhood. When you move there, you don't move out," he says. "It doesn't feel transient." Almost everyone owns their homes — about 98%. Children get a solid start at Longfellow Elementary School, which is highly rated, and they're often outside on warm days, having fun together. "My kids will go out and play in the streets with all the other kids, they'll run around, it's a really safe neighborhood," says Jenny Buhr, Realtor with Trilogy Real Estate and longtime Longfellow resident herself.
Green spaces, like Holm Park and North Oaks Park, give locals spots to kick the ball and throw the frisbee around. But most of the time, people find themselves at Longfellow Park. It's a lively spot. Younger kids have their own playground to burn off some energy. When winter rolls in, the ice rink opens up for skating and hockey, with a warming house nearby to help take the edge off the cold. You'll also find sports fields and a basketball court there. Edgewood Public Golf Course is open to the public during the warm months and offers 18 holes. During the winter, locals use its trails for cross-country skiing. The river is a popular spot for fishing, canoeing and kayaking. "I just went kayaking there for the first time, which is terrifying because it was really fast right now," Buhr says.
Most residents head to Northport Shopping Center to grab groceries at Hornbacher's or household needs from Burggraf's Ace Hardware. The Shack on Broadway is a North Fargo fixture and can be challenging to get into some mornings. It's known for homestyle fare, including massive breakfasts, and Buhr says they have the best caramel rolls in town. The West Acres mall area has national chains, such as Aerie and Loft.
Longfellow offers quick access to main streets and commuting routes, so getting around the area is straightforward.
Key areas within 5 miles of the core of the community:
Bruce Johnson
RE/MAX Realty 1
(218) 515-5571
217 Total Sales
2 in Longfellow
$460K - $1.1M Price Range
Sabrina Knudson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Premier Properties
(218) 789-9024
88 Total Sales
1 in Longfellow
$340,000 Price
Dan Perrine
James Patrick Real Estate
(218) 515-2570
190 Total Sales
3 in Longfellow
$441K - $530K Price Range
Beau Flom
FpG Realty
(701) 515-0263
360 Total Sales
2 in Longfellow
$489K - $950K Price Range
Emily Christofferson-Zarak
NextHome Legendary Properties
(701) 369-2798
108 Total Sales
1 in Longfellow
$340,000 Price
Jeremy Qualley
eXp Realty - 219
(218) 789-8371
249 Total Sales
1 in Longfellow
$360,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Longfellow | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Longfellow, Fargo sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Longfellow, Fargo over the last 12 months is $399,250, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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