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Battle Creek

Battle Creek

$313,793 Average Value
$188 Average Price per Sq Ft
29 Homes For Sale

A suburban community next to lush greenery

Battle Creek is a suburban community in St. Paul with a mosaic of Minnesotan woodlands, waterways and prairie as its back yard. Residents have unmatched access to Battle Creek Regional Park, a sprawling green space that borders the southern edge of the neighborhood. Within the community, the streets are lined with midcentury homes, mature trees and lush, landscaped lawns. “People are definitely taking advantage of the park,” says Realtor Garth Dahl of Keller Williams Realty, a longtime resident of the area. “It’s also an absolutely perfect location for getting anywhere in the east side of St. Paul.”

Woods, water, and homes make up a majority of the Battle Creek neighborhood.
Woods, water, and homes make up a majority of the Battle Creek neighborhood.
The Battle Creek Dog Park is on the south side of the Battle Creek Park.
The Battle Creek Dog Park is on the south side of the Battle Creek Park.
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Battle Creek Regional Park

Over 1,800 acres of wildlife habitat, trails and playgrounds make up the Battle Creek Regional Park. Residents enjoy mountain biking trails, large playgrounds and an off-leash dog park, while paved bicycle trails twist and turn alongside the creek itself. During the summer months, locals cool off at Battle Creek Waterworks Water Park, which features several splash pads and a three-story waterslide. Sledding hills and cross-country skiing trails offer plenty of wintertime activities. For indoor sports and exercise, residents can check out Battle Creek Recreation Center. Just south of Battle Creek is Pigs Eye Lake, a hiking and birdwatching area that’s known as one of the Midwest’s largest urban egret and heron rookeries. There’s an archery range and hiking trails beside the 500-acre lake that was formerly a landfill.

Battle Creek Dog Park is located in Battle Creek Upper Afton
Battle Creek Dog Park is located in Battle Creek Upper Afton
A Family on Their Way to a Playground in Battle Creek Upper Afton
A Family on Their Way to a Playground in Battle Creek Upper Afton
A bicycle and pedestrian trail runs along Battle Creek which Runs Through the Neighborhood
A bicycle and pedestrian trail runs along Battle Creek which Runs Through the Neighborhood
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Ranch and split-level homes

The most common home styles in this suburban community are split-level and ranch-style houses built in the 1960s and 70s. Floor plans typically range between 1,200 and 2,200 square feet and sit on quarter and third acre lots. There’s plenty of room for landscaping, gardening or hosting backyard parties. Home prices are competitive in the area, typically ranging from $160,000 for smaller, starter homes to upwards of $400,000 for larger, recently renovated properties.

A Row of Ranch-Style homes sitting on a hill in the Battle Creek neighborhood.
A Row of Ranch-Style homes sitting on a hill in the Battle Creek neighborhood.
A sage colored contemporary home in the Battle Creek neighborhood.
A sage colored contemporary home in the Battle Creek neighborhood.
A row of Ranch-Style homes sitting on a hill in the Battle Creek neighborhood.
A row of Ranch-Style homes sitting on a hill in the Battle Creek neighborhood.
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Out and about in Battle Creek

There are two shopping centers in the neighborhood featuring big box and grocery stores like Target, Aldi, Cub and Ha Tien Super Market. There’s also Sun Ray Lanes, a bowling alley with 24 lanes that makes for a spot popular for birthday parties and league games. The neighborhood may not be known as a foodie destination, but there are several local eateries to choose from, including Little Oven pizzeria and Ho Ho Gourmet, a popular Chinese restaurant with a weekend buffet. Obb’s Sports Bar and Grill is a family-owned restaurant in the neighborhood that’s been a local favorite since 1932. There are several houses of worship in the Battle Creek area, including two Lutheran churches and two Islamic centers.

Target is a major supermarket on the North End of the neighborhood
Target is a major supermarket on the North End of the neighborhood
Ha Tien Supermarket has a delicious hot food section for quick meals to-go.
Ha Tien Supermarket has a delicious hot food section for quick meals to-go.
Ha Tien supermarket has one of the largest produce selections in Battle Creek.
Ha Tien supermarket has one of the largest produce selections in Battle Creek.
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Public schools close to home

Students and parents in the neighborhood have an easy trek to Battle Creek Elementary School. The school earns a C rating from Niche, an online school review site. The school’s curriculum puts an emphasis on environmental STEAM learning and schedules time for students to learn about the many natural areas in the neighborhood. Upperclassmen attend C-rated Battle Creek Middle School and B-minus-rated Harding Senior High School. Harding Senior High is the largest high school in St. Paul, enrolling nearly 2,000 students every year, and offers International Baccalaureate courses and curriculum.

Battle Creek Elementary School is great for their Environmental Learning Programs
Battle Creek Elementary School is great for their Environmental Learning Programs
Battle Creek Middle School offers language classes, art and music Instruction, and more.
Battle Creek Middle School offers language classes, art and music Instruction, and more.
Harding Senior High School currently has1,800 students in grades 9-12th.
Harding Senior High School currently has1,800 students in grades 9-12th.
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Getting around east St. Paul and beyond

Interstate 94 runs through the neighborhood for commuters heading to downtown St. Paul, or you can take the Great River Road for riverside and city skyline views. It’s about 4 miles to downtown St. Paul and about 13 miles to downtown Minneapolis. The area is served by Metro Transit, the primary public transportation service for the Twin Cities, and bus stops can be found along the neighborhood’s busier thoroughfares. For air travel, the neighborhood is about 12 miles from the terminals at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain

28 min drive

Bus

Ruth St & Parkside Dr

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Ruth St & Minnehaha Ave

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Mcknight Rd & Upper Afton Rd

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3rd St E & Hazel St

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Upper Afton Rd & Battle Creek Rd

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Old Hudson Rd & Mcknight Rd N

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Burns Ave & Kennard St

Battle Creek Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$295,000
Median Sale Price
$295,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$295,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
170
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$188

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
4,144
Number of Homes for Sale
29
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,492
Significantly below the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
961
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
762
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Sep 20
    11am - 12:30pm

    850 Winthrop St S, Saint Paul, MN 55119

    $475,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,230 Sq Ft
    • 850 Winthrop St S
    • New 7 days ago

    Spacious, light-filled, and thoughtfully updated, this 5-bedroom, 4-bath home offers comfortable, open living throughout. The living room is wrapped in windows, creating a bright, welcoming space, while the kitchen overlooks the backyard and features a built-in banquette.Meticulously maintained, the home includes a complete roof replacement, all new windows on the main, upper, lower levels,

    Jodi Klepac Edina Realty, Inc.

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  • Saturday, Sep 20
    12 - 2pm

    2063 N Park Dr Unit 6, Saint Paul, MN 55119

    $230,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,028 Sq Ft
    • 2063 N Park Dr
    • Unit 6
    • New 11 days ago

    Welcome to 2063 N Park Drive, Unit 6 — a bright and inviting upper-level townhome offering the ease of single-level living. This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home is filled with natural light, thanks to its open layout and well-placed windows throughout.The spacious primary bedroom provides plenty of room to relax and unwind, while the second bedroom offers versatility as a guest space, office,

    Voila It's That Easy eXp Realty

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  • Friday, Sep 19
    3:30 - 5:30pm

    491 Burlington Rd, Saint Paul, MN 55119

    $325,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,607 Sq Ft
    • 491 Burlington Rd
    • New 17 days ago

    This stunning Dutch Colonial home is filled with timeless charm and character. Featuring original hardwood floors throughout, elegant built-ins, and a formal dining room, this residence offers both classic beauty and functional living. With 5 spacious bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, there's plenty of room for everyone. Enjoy cozy evenings by one of the two wood-burning fireplaces, or take advantage of

    Brianna Adelmann Compass

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
21,688
Median Age
34
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$57,947
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,502

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
82.9%
College Graduates
26.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.8%
% Population in Labor Force
75.6%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
9°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
44''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

2 / 100
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Source: Walk Score

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