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A Northside Minneapolis suburb
Named after American scholar William Watts Folwell, the Folwell neighborhood sits on the Northside of Minneapolis, part of the larger Camden community. Residents moving here will immediately take notice of two distinct features: first, its combination of charming cottages & bungalows, and second, Folwell Park, the largest park in North Minneapolis. Home prices start at $100,000 and go up to $400,000. The neighborhood also has an active HOA, often planning community-based and seasonal events for residents. Aside from the diverse housing architecture and expansive park, Folwell also has quite a few local businesses worth visiting. These include The Lowry Cafe, a beloved neighborhood restaurant offering breakfast and lunch options. Heading 5 miles south of Folwell on nearby Interstate 94, residents will find downtown Minneapolis and all of its amenities: award-winning restaurants, historic theaters and upscale shopping.
Typical Folwell homes have modest floorplans with smaller city lots.
Folwell Park covers almost 27 acres in the Folwell neighborhood.
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Cottages and bungalows in Folwell
The streets of Folwell are lined primarily with single-family cottages and bungalows, all within close proximity to each other. Most homes feature a small yard and garage. Some houses are located on top of an incline, but these come with a built-in staircase to help with accessibility. Residents can expect to see sidewalks and ample street space, with cars parked on the side of the road for homes without garages. Stephanie Gruver, a Realtor with RE/MAX Results and fellow Camden resident, says the affordability and quality of homes are the main draws of Folwell for prospective homebuyers: “Basically, in these neighborhoods, you’re going to have the best chance to find a nice, quality pre-World War II house, three bedroom, two bath, for under $300,000. And certainly, there are homes over $300,000 — some can even go over $400,000.”
Most homes in the Folwell neighborhood are craftsman bunglaow and cottage-style houses.
A classic two-story home with enclosed porch in the Folwell neighborhood.
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Enroll at Lucy Craft Laney Elementary
Students in Folwell start at Lucy Craft Laney Elementary School, rated C by Niche. The school has an emphasis on inclusion and community, offering programs such as EL education, special education and mentoring. Students can then continue on to Olson Middle School and Henry High School. Olson Middle School also receives a C. Henry High School has a B-minus rating from Niche.
Lucy Laney at Cleveland Park Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 9 to 1.
Olson Middle School enrolls nearly 500 students in grades 6-8.
Henry Senior High School has an overall Niche grade of B-.
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North Minneapolis’ largest park
Folwell Park is the largest neighborhood park in North Minneapolis. Stretching across 27 acres, it is open everyday of the week from 6a.m to 12 a.m. Amenities include a large playground, pathways for walkers and joggers, a picnic area, and multiple sports fields. During the summer, kids can go for a splash in the wading pool. There are also activities hosted for children, such as flag football and an ice cream social. Folwell Park is a part of the NPP 20, a 20-year-long plan that funds the rehabilitation and restoration of parks in Minneapolis.
Walking trails meander throughout Folwell Park.
Folwell Park has fun and inviting playground equipment.
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Local shopping and dinning at Lowry Avenue
Lowry Avenue is where most of the neighborhood businesses reside, such as The Lowry Cafe, an easy-going breakfast and lunch spot. Locals can have their favorite breakfast order or try something unique to the cafe, like their waffle burger. There are also grocery stores on this street. Good Deal Oriental Foods is a locally owned Hmong grocery store that is small but well-stocked. Good Deal Oriental also has a deli that locals love, a favorite being the freshly made bahn mi. For other needs, residents can head into downtown Minneapolis, about a 5-mile drive away.
The Lowry Cafe provides a cozy atmosphere with good-for-the-soul food.
Good Deal Oriental Foods has fresh produce and other Asian-inspired foods.
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An active and involved HSA
The Folwell Neighborhood Association is an active component of the neighborhood. It is volunteer-based and frequently holds community meetings to discuss whatever concerns have arisen. Seasonal events are a norm, such as tea blending, or a winter tree decorating event. The HSA's main focuses are supporting local businesses, housing rights, the community garden, and youth programs.
The Folwell neighborhood lies in northeast Minneapolis.
Residents can enjoy quiet strolls along tree-lined streets in the Folwell neighborhood.
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Take Interstate 94 to Minneapolis
East of Folwell is Interstate 94, a 259-mile highway running through the central portion of the state. Residents can take Interstate 94 to get to downtown Minneapolis, which is about a 5-mile drive away.
Travel across the Lowry Avenue Bridge to visit the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District.
Metro Transit serves Folwell residents with bus transportation along major thoroughfares.
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Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
29 min drive
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Lowry Ave N & Newton Ave N
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Lowry Ave N & James Ave N
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Fremont Ave N & 36th Ave N
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Penn & 36th Ave Station
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Fremont Ave N & 33rd Ave N
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Penn & Lowry Station
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Fremont & 35th Ave Station
Reviews
Niche Reviews
2.319 Reviews
2.0Niche User
8/31/2017Niche Review
I like the park it's big it has a lot of space for the kids to play. What I would change is more police supervision to stop alcoholic and drug dealer from drinking liquor in the park in on the corner or the drug dealer that make you feel unsafe pacing and screaming acting like fool. Otherwise this park and community could change in be more positive
1.0Niche User
8/11/2014Niche Review
There are no attraction in the area.
3.0Niche User
8/11/2014Niche Review
They have a couple of different food places in the neighborhood and open late.
2.0Niche User
8/11/2014Niche Review
I want to move out of the area im just not in a position to at the moment.
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Folwell Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Folwell, Minneapolis sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Folwell, Minneapolis over the last 12 months is $221,000, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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