$338,198Average Value$159Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
A small suburb under towering trees
A streak of old-growth elms and maples pops up above the rooflines of the Arbor Glen suburb in West Fargo. Originally established on edge of West Fargo’s explosive growth in the early 2000s, where the city's population nearly doubled in a decade, the metro has continued to swell south. That doesn’t mean it’s inconvenient – quite the opposite, as the community is surrounded by some of the top shopping destinations and family-friendly activities that the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo metro offers. With the major thoroughfare of Interstate 94 crossing to the south and the Sanford Medical Center Fargo looming on the horizon, Arbor Glen has evolved from an early West Fargo exurb into a centrally-located suburban oasis.
Limited housing options, with a uniform appearance
Built between 2002 and 2007, the homes of Arbor Glen are a mix of twin and single-family bi-level homes, with common features – vinyl siding, accent shutters, a prominent two- or three-stall garage jutting out towards the street and a fenced-in backyard for privacy. Twin homes range in price from $225,000 to $350,000, while single-family homes sell for between $250,000 and $450,000 – homes with four-stall garages and corner lots fetch a premium. The desirability of modern three- and four-bedroom homes in a central location is seen in the relatively short time properties sit on the market – homes in Arbor Glen sell on average in 22 days, half the national average.
This is a typical twin home with a large cement driveway area in Arbor Glen.
This bi-level home has a 3-car garage and nicely landscaped front yard in Arbor Glen.
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Public and private schools offer options for students
For many students in the neighborhood, Willow Park Elementary School, rated a C-plus by Niche, is walkable. Cheney Middle School is similarly walkable, just across 9th Street from the neighborhood, and earns a B grade. West Fargo High School also earns a B grade, and recently won state championships in boys’ swimming and cheerleading. Trinity Elementary School, part of the St. John Paul II Catholic Schools system, is less than 2 miles south. Students who stay within the system will move up to Sacred Heart Middle and Shanley High School, which share a campus in the southeast of town.
Students are the highest priority at West Fargo High School.
Your kids will enjoy learning in the inspiring atmosphere of Cheney Middle School.
A view of the Willow Park Elementary School buildings from the street.
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Convenient but car-dependent
Arbor Glen is bike-friendly, with quiet streets and dedicated paths throughout the neighborhood, and walking for recreation is common in the warm weather. MATBUS Route 24 also runs through the area, with stops on the southern end of the community. However, most residents are car-dependent for work and errands. There is easy access to Interstate 94 just south of the neighborhood, which connects with Interstate 29 roughly 2 miles east. This helps Arbor Glen hold true to the Fargo ideal of ‘15 minutes to anywhere’ that residents love to stress. “It’s not like we’re in a huge, difficult-to-navigate metro,” says Mary Schimke, Realtor with Archer Real Estate Services, “If you have to sit through the light change two times at a stop light, that’s considered bad.” Downtown Fargo, roughly 6 miles away, is a 15-minute drive most of the time; Hector International Airport, just under 7 miles away, is also a 15-minute drive. Sanford Medical Center Fargo, one of the largest employers in the Fargo area and the closest for 24-hour emergency care, is only 2 miles away and generally a drive of five minutes.
Matbus has bus stops very close to Arbor Glen.
The streets in Arbor Glen have great sidewalks for walking and bike riding.
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An enticing, inclusive activity center
Arbor Woods Park is in the center of the neighborhood, a pocket park with a small green space and a playground. Most residents will head up to Maplewood Park and Activity Center, home to an inclusive playground built with children of all abilities in mind. It features a rubber surface, along with various structures and accessible bathrooms. The deck hockey rink also serves as pickleball courts in the summers and is flooded with water for ice skating and pick-up ice hockey in the winters. An obstacle course challenges teens and adults, while the Activity Center can be rented for birthdays, graduation parties, family events and more.
A fun swing set at Arbor Woods Park.
Your kids will love the playground at Maplewood Park.
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Family activities abound
While Maplewood is popular, numerous other family-friendly activities are close by for all seasons. Only 2 miles away, the Red River Zoo is home to rare cold-climate species from around the world. Opened in 1999, it runs programs throughout the year for all ages, including holiday events under the lights. Thunder Road has high-paced go-karts and bumper cars, along with mini golf for the competitive type. Family Wellness, a partnership between the YMCA and Sanford Health, is a family-focused fitness campus; right next door, SCHEELS Arena is home to the USHL’s Fargo Force minor-league hockey team.
The Red River Zoo is just a short drive east of Arbor Glen.
Take a walk in the past at Bonanzaville Museum north of Arbor Glen.
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Smokin’ classics and global tastes
Dining and retail options are available within a few miles of the neighborhood. Across 19th Avenue, The Blarney Stone Pub features American bar and grille standards as well as Irish specialties such as bangers and mash, Guinness Stew and Jameson Irish Bread Pudding to finish off the meal. South along Veterans Boulevard, The Piggy BBQ provides hearty smoked dishes while Le’s Banh Mi and Izumi bring international flavors to the table. To the east, The Home Depot provides home maintenance needs, while West Acres Mall is home to over 100 retail stores and services. A mile north, 13th Avenue is lined with big box stores, hardware stores like Menards and Lowe’s and supermarkets, including Family Fare.
Blarney Stone Pub serves the best corn beef and beers in Arbor Glen.
Space Aliens Grill & Bar is a family fun alien themed restaurant near Arbor Glen.
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West Fargo Events organizes activities throughout the year
West Fargo has worked hard to develop itself apart from Fargo in its arts and events, with the West Fargo Events team headed by Mike Amundson holding over 200 events annually. These range from weekly movies and yoga on the lawn at the Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights, to concerts and annual events. “KidChella is a youth music festival on the first Saturday in August every year,” says Amundson, highlighting one of the big family-focused events. Pro bull riding, wrestling, concerts and more are centered at The Lights, while closer to the heart of West Fargo, the Red River Valley Fair is one of the largest in the region, with ten days of rides, music, fair food and more.
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Parks in this Area
Arbor Woods Park
Maplewood Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Arbor Glen
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Arbor Glen, West Fargo sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Arbor Glen, West Fargo over the last 12 months is $340,290, up 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautiful twinhome with spacious rooms on one level and lots of natural light. Two bedrooms with one as a Primary Bedroom with 3/4 bath - plus a full bathroom in the main. French doors open to a den off the Living room. Large workable kitchen and lots of cabinets. laundry room on main level, attached double garage. Dining room has patio door to a raised patio for the backyard.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Emily Christofferson,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
674
Median Age
36
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$98,842
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$109,495
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.1%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.5%
Advanced Degrees
11.3%
% Population in Labor Force
87.4%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
24''
Average Winter Low Temperature
1°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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