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Historic Saint John Cantius has strong community spirit
Just west of downtown St. Cloud, the residential Saint John Cantius neighborhood is a small community of century-old homes centered around the namesake church. The area has changed over the years — families have moved in, children grew up and moved out and local businesses have opened and closed. Throughout that change, the community spirit has stood firm. “One of the things I noticed, having come from a small town, was that we all keep an eye on each other. We can talk to the neighbors down the street, and everybody knew everybody growing up,” says Lucy Schwieger, a 40-year resident and the office manager at St. John Cantius Church. Its location near downtown and along major thoroughfares offers easy access to St. Cloud’s shopping and dining scenes while providing homeowners with a tight-knit community to return to daily.
The Saint John Cantius neighborhood lies in the heart of St. Cloud.
Some homes in the Saint John Cantius neighborhood have in-home businesses along West St. Germain Street.
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Cozy homes from the early 20th century
The century-old homes of Saint John Cantius include bungalows, Queen Annes and Craftsman houses. The median year built is 1920, and several are older, dating to the 1800s. Many have been remodeled to include modern updates to the kitchens, floors and roofs. Houses are often side-by-side on tight lots, although most have at least a small yard with room for a garden or children to play. Mature trees line the streets, offering plenty of shade during the spring and summer. Detached garages and sheds are also common in the neighborhood. Most homes cost between $100,000 and $270,000.
Elegant Queen Anne-style homes beautify the streets of Saint John Cantius.
Classic craftsman-style homes are common in Saint John Cantius.
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Top-rated restaurants are just steps away from Saint John Cantius
Saint John Cantius is a short distance from multiple shopping and dining destinations. Downtown St. Cloud has spots like the artsy Jules’ Bistro or the upscale White Horse Restaurant & Bar. West of the neighborhood, Kinder Coffee Lab offers a variety of drinks and baked goods in a bright space on Cooper Avenue. Nearby Division Street is home to chain restaurants like Little Caesars, McDonald’s and Popeye’s. Groceries are available at Coborn’s Grocery Store, a regional chain about a mile south of the area. Crossroads Center is a large indoor mall about 2.5 miles away with stores like Target, JCPenney and Macy’s.
Saint John Cantius residents head to Jules' Bistro to enjoy craft food and cocktails in a cozy atmosphere.
Crossroads Center offers name-brand shopping for Saint John Cantius residents.
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Parks and community spaces offer plenty of room for gathering
Lake George/Eastman Park is a large recreational site just south of the neighborhood. Locals use the park year-round, which features a splash pad in the summer and ice skating in the winter, along with a playground and walking paths. The park also hosts Summertime by George, a free summertime concert series the local Rotary Club puts on every Wednesday. Nearby Seberger Park has several sports facilities, including tennis courts, soccer fields and a basketball court. It’s also a popular spot to cool off on hot days, with a seasonal wading pool. Great River Regional Library is on West St. Germain Street and offers books, printing, story times and other programs.
Scenic Lake George and Eastman Park is within walking distance of Saint John Cantius.
Located downtown, the St. Cloud Public Library offers an array of programs and services for residents of Saint John Cantius.
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A historic church sits at the heart of Saint John Cantius
The neighborhood is centered around St. John Cantius Church, which has served the community since 1901. “This is the only neighborhood in St. Cloud that is named after its church. It’s the oldest active church in the city,” Schwieger says. While the parish has seen a decline in members, it still serves the area through community projects, nursing home visits and social events.
The neighborhood shares its namesake with the Saint John Cantius Parish.
A sculpture of the Virgin Mary overlooks the garden of the Saint John Cantius Parish.
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St. Cloud schools prepare students for their next steps
Talahi Community School serves preschool through third grade, while Lincoln Elementary School serves fourth and fifth grade. Each school receives a C rating from Niche. South Junior High School gets a C-plus, and Technical High School receives a B. The high school has approximately 1,500 students and offers several ways to earn college credit and professional courses in aeronautics, welding, engineering and construction.
Lincoln Elementary School enrolls nearly 400 students in grades 3-5.
South Junior High School enrolls nearly 900 students in grades 6-8.
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Main roads and bus routes offer easy access to St. Cloud
Saint John Cantius has multiple major roads, offering easy access throughout St. Cloud. First Street and Third Street each lead east to downtown or west toward the city’s other commercial areas. Sidewalks and the neighborhood’s grid layout also make it easy to walk to nearby destinations like downtown. Several bus routes here include stops on St. Germain Street, 12th Avenue, Third Street and 16th Avenue. Buyers should know that several freight railroad tracks lie just north of the neighborhood and can contribute to noise pollution.
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Saint John Cantius Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Saint John Cantius, Saint Cloud sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Saint John Cantius, Saint Cloud over the last 12 months is $182,500, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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