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A commuter-friendly neighborhood of Nokomis
Part of the broader Nokomis community, Field is a commuter-friendly neighborhood with easy access to city amenities and outdoor opportunities. It’s primarily residential, but parks, shops and schools are all just a short drive from many residents’ front doorsteps. “There’s not much in Field besides houses,” says Realtor Steven Hong of Re/Max, who has more than 20 years of experience in the area. “But it abuts the Minniehaha Creek and parkway. It’s great for walking, biking and jogging.”
There are many walking and Bike trails alongside the Minnehaha Creek.
Cycling and walking trails loop around nearby Lake Nokomis.
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Homes dating back to the early 20th century
Like most neighborhoods in south Minneapolis, the real estate market in Field is considered very competitive. The median home price in Field was $400,000 over the past year, about 25% higher than the overall median price for Minneapolis. Largely built out between 1920 and 1950, the neighborhood’s leafy streets are dotted with Tudor designs, eclectic Craftsman styles, modest ramblers and colorful Cape Cods ranging from 1,500 to 2,000 square feet. Landscaped lawns, hedge rows and well-maintained sidewalks are a common sight throughout the area. Smaller homes in Field list for as low as $350,000 while larger, renovated homes can sell for upwards of $600,000.
Homebuyers can expect to find large and small Single-Family homes in the Field housing market.
Charming Cape Cod-Style homes can be found in the Field neighborhood.
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Highly rated public schools
For parents of children in Field, there are several high-ranking schooling options nearby. There’s Hale Elementary School, which serves kindergarten through grade 4 and has an A from Niche for teachers and an A-minus in academics. Field Elementary School is a B-rated public school that serves third grade through fifth grade that’s conveniently located within the neighborhood. Both elementary schools “are among the higher-rated schools in Minneapolis,” Hong says. The school offers robust after-school enrichment and additional support for English learners. Students move on to B-rated Justice Page Middle School and A-minus-rated Washburn High School. Washburn High offers a comprehensive foreign language department that includes American Sign Language, Spanish, French and Arabic.
Field Elementary School enrolls area neighborhood students in grades 3-5.
Students at Field Elementary School have access to a number of outdoor activities.
Justice Page Community Middle School enrolls over 1,000 students in grades 6-8.
Hale Elementary School enrolls students in grades K-2.
The student-teacher ratio at Washburn Senior High School is 31 to 1.
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Dining on Chicago Avenue
There are several local dining destinations in Field at the intersection of 48th Street and Chicago Avenue. Residents can stop off for their morning coffee at Sovereign Grounds, pick up dinner at BaGu Sushi & Thai or make a pitstop at Herbie Butcher’s Fried Chicken. And on a hot summer day, people like to cool off with an ice cream cone at Pumphouse Creamery. Movies on the big screen and live musical acts can be found at The Parkway Theatre, a small venue that’s been in the neighborhood for more than 90 years. From Field, the easiest place to pick up groceries and essentials is Cub Foods in neighboring Windom, while Target and Home Deport are about 3 miles south in Richfield.
Live music, comedy shows, and classic movies are shown at the Parkway Theater.
In the Field neighborhood in South Minneapolis, lies the sleek and stylish Bagu Sushi.
Sovereign Ground Coffee Company is a retailer, roaster, & brand of specialty coffee since 1999.
While there are no parks within Field, McRae Park sits just outside its boundaries at the corner of 46th Street and Chicago Avenue. This community park offers a plethora of amenities, including athletic fields, tennis courts, a playground and a year-round hockey rink. At the southern edge of the neighborhood, residents can take advantage of the Minniehaha Parkway, which twists and turns alongside the verdant banks of Minniehaha Creek. This popular pathway offers a direct connection with nearby Lake Nokomis, a local outdoor destination with beautiful beach access and seemingly endless amenities. One of three sailing lakes in the city’s park system, Lake Nokomis Park draws flocks of boaters looking for a pristine day out on the water. It’s also popular for biking and walking along lakeside trails. During the warmer months, people can be seen casting lines from Nokomis Pier or lounging in the sun on Lake Nokomis Beach.
The Grand Rounds Scenic Byway runs along the southern edge of the neighborhood.
Minnehaha Regional Park is less than 10 minutes from the Field Neighborhood.
Minnehaha Regional Park is best known for the Minnehaha Waterfall.
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Getting around Minneapolis
Field is bordered by Interstate 35W making for an easy commute around the area — it’s about 5 miles to downtown Minneapolis and about 15 miles to downtown St. Paul. The area is served by Metro Transit, the primary public transportation service for the Twin Cities. Residents in need of public transit can catch the bus at stops along Chicago Avenue and 46th Street. For air travel, the neighborhood is about 8 miles from the terminals at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport. The nearest major medical center is Abbot Northwestern Hospital, just 3 miles away.
Minneapolis residents often take Interstate 35W to travel in and out of the Twin Cities.
Field residents can rely on Public Transportation to travel in and out of the neighborhood.
The Field neighborhood has many public transportation services.
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Low rates of crime
Field has a crime score of 2, according to CAP Index. Minneapolis city officials have taken strides to address the city’s crime. The city rolled out “Operation Endeavor” in 2022, a public safety plan spearheaded by the Minneapolis Police Department in concert with Hennepin County law enforcement and several federal agencies.
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Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
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Chicago Ave S & 50th St E
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46th St E & Clinton Ave S
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Chicago Ave S & 47th St E
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Chicago Ave S & 49th St E
Reviews
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4.0Current Resident
7/22/2017Niche Review
I've lived in the Field neighborhood almost all of my life. It's been alright throughout the years. I'd say the quality of the neighborhood has increased with people moving in to the neighborhood.
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Field Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Field, Minneapolis sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Field, Minneapolis over the last 12 months is $392,500, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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