Why Live in Como
Como, a neighborhood in northeast Minneapolis, is located just 1 mile from the University of Minnesota (UM). This area blends residential living with the vibrancy of a college town, offering a mix of early 20th-century Victorian homes, bungalows, American Foursquares, prairie-style homes, and newer duplexes. The community is primarily composed of single-family homes, with a significant number of renters and students due to its proximity to UM. Como is known for its walkable streets, detached garages, and small lawns. Residents enjoy local dining options like Manning’s Restaurant & Bar and Blue Door Pub University, as well as shopping at The Quarry and nearby grocers like Target and Costco. Outdoor enthusiasts can visit Van Cleve Park, which features a jungle gym, ice-skating rink, wading pool, and sports facilities, or bike along the 3-mile Minneapolis Diagonal Trail. Golfers can take advantage of the UM Golf Course Club House, while sports fans are just 1 mile from Huntington Bank Stadium, home to the Minnesota Golden Gophers. The neighborhood is served by Metro Transit for easy commutes to Central Minneapolis, 3 miles away, and is 11 miles from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport. For healthcare, the University of Minnesota Health Masonic Memorial Building is 2 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Como a good place to live?
Como is a good place to live. Como is considered somewhat walkable and a biker's paradise with good transit options. Como is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Como has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.8 people per acre and a median age of 28. The average household income is $66,139 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 65.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Como are renters, with 80.9% of residents renting and 19.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Como can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Como neighborhood guide.
Is Como, MN a safe neighborhood?
Como, MN is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Como?
The median home price in Como is $271,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $54,300 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,400 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $60K a year to afford the median home price in Como. The average household income in Como is $66K.
What are the best public schools in Como?
The best public schools that serve Como are:
What are the best private schools in Como?
The best private schools that serve Como are:
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Are home prices dropping in Como?
Yes, home prices in Como are down 19% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Como, MN
On average, homes in Como, Minneapolis sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Como, Minneapolis over the last 12 months is $270,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$270,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$270,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$323,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$198
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
26
Median List Price
$271,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%