Why Live in Waite Park
Waite Park in Saint Anthony is a compact, highly sought-after neighborhood known for its proximity to the vibrant Arts District of Northeast. This area, once an industrial zone, now features public artist studios, modern galleries, and hosts various art fairs and crawls. Residents enjoy being close to trendy bars, breweries, and shops without the need to live downtown. The neighborhood's housing market is competitive, with single-family homes primarily built between the early 1900s and 1950s, including many bungalows and ranch-style homes. The average home value in Waite Park is about the same as Saint Anthony but significantly lower than the average for the U.S. Waite Park's walkable layout includes local favorites like Cosmic Coffee and the James Beard award-winning restaurant Young Joni. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Waite Park offers sports courts, playgrounds, and a wading pool, while Deming Heights Park provides shaded walking trails. Golf enthusiasts have access to Columbia Golf Club and Gross National Golf Club nearby. Essential shopping needs are met within a couple of miles, with options like the Eastside Food Co-op. The neighborhood is served by Minneapolis Public Schools, with Waite Park Elementary, Northeast Middle School, and Edison High School nearby. Waite Park's location offers convenient access to Central Minneapolis, just 4 miles away, and downtown St. Paul, 12 miles southeast.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waite Park a good place to live?
Waite Park is a good place to live. Waite Park is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Waite Park has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.0 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $115,874 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 45.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Waite Park are home owners, with 13.3% of residents renting and 86.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Waite Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Waite Park neighborhood guide.
Is Waite Park, MN a safe neighborhood?
Waite Park, MN is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Waite Park?
The median home price in Waite Park is $408,590. If you put a 20% down payment of $81,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,120 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $91K a year to afford the median home price in Waite Park. The average household income in Waite Park is $116K.
What are the best public schools in Waite Park?
The best public schools that serve Waite Park are:
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Home Trends in Waite Park, MN
On average, homes in Waite Park, Saint Anthony sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Waite Park, Saint Anthony over the last 12 months is $376,495, up 498% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$376,495
Median Single Family Sale Price
$395,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$304,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$165,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$599,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$248
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Last 12 months Home Sales
133
Median List Price
$408,590
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
498%