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A serene lakeside neighborhood in suburban Minneapolis
East Palmer Lake is a residential neighborhood surrounding Palmer Lake, a preserved wetland in the 32,000-person Minneapolis suburb of Brooklyn Center. "Brooklyn Center presents a great opportunity for homebuyers looking for affordability, convenience and access to outdoor spaces like Palmer Lake," says Realtor Jason Huerkamp. "Palmer Lake and its surrounding neighborhoods are a hidden gem within Brooklyn Center. Homes around Palmer Lake offer larger lot sizes, mature trees and a quieter setting, making it ideal for buyers seeking a balance of nature and city living. Residents enjoy the serene environment while still being minutes from shopping centers, schools and major roadways."
Palmer Lake is the namesake body of water for the East Palmer Lake neighborhood.
Riverdale Park has a volleyball court.
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Brooklyn Center offers lower home prices than surrounding cities
"In recent years, Brooklyn Center has seen a steady demand for housing, with home values appreciating due to its affordability compared to other metro areas," Huerkamp says. "While the market has experienced fluctuations, it remains a desirable location for first-time homebuyers and investors looking for value. Compared to surrounding cities, Brooklyn Center generally offers lower median home prices while still maintaining strong community amenities and access to parks, trails and shopping centers." East Palmer Lake has about 80% single-family homes and 20% apartments, with about 60% of residents owning and 40% renting. Recent sales prices in East Palmer Lake range from about $250,000 to $450,000. Most properties in East Palmer Lake are ranch-style homes, though there are some Cape Cods and split-level homes as well. Walkers and joggers should be cautioned: many streets in East Palmer Lake do not have sidewalks.
Rows of Cape Cod style homes can be found in East Palmer Lake.
Ranch homes are popular in East Palmer Lake and come in a variety of styles.
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Brooklyn Center Community Schools
Students in East Palmer Lake attend Brooklyn Center Elementary followed by Brooklyn Center Middle School, both of which get C-minus grades from Niche. They continue to Brooklyn Center High School, which gets a C. Brooklyn Center Community Schools is a full-service community school district, the first of its kind in the state. The district has over 100 partners and programs that provide access to academic support, health and wellness resources and social services.
Brooklyn Center Elementary School offers a supportive environment for its 798 students.
Brooklyn Center Middle School enrolls 80% economically disadvantaged students.
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Palmer Lake Park
"Palmer Lake Park is a scenic, 200-acre natural area featuring walking and biking trails, wildlife viewing and peaceful green space," Huerkamp says. "It's perfect for outdoor enthusiasts." Palmer Lake Park is Brooklyn Center's largest natural environmental preserve, and its 3-mile trail around the lake makes the location ideal for walkers, runners and cyclists.
Enjoy a stroll through Palmer Lake Park.
West Palmer Park has walking trails that connect to Palmer Lake Park.
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Grocery shopping at Taste of Africa and Sun Foods
A block south of East Palmer Lake, Krispy Krunchy Chicken is a Cajun-style fried chicken shop, and Taste of Africa serves traditional African cuisine. House of Hui's is known for its fried rice and chow mein, and Value Foods African Market is a small grocery store. The nearest supermarket is Sun Foods, 2 miles south.
House of Hui's is a long-standing Chinese restaurant near East Palmer Lake.
East Palmer Lake residents can shop for groceries at Sun Foods off Brooklyn Blvd.
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Metro Transit, Mercy Hospital and the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport
East Palmer Lake is a car-dependent neighborhood in the suburb of Brooklyn Center, 9 miles north of Minneapolis. There are some Metro Transit bus stops on the east side of the neighborhood along Humboldt Avenue. The nearest hospital is Mercy Hospital's Unity Campus in Fridley, 7 miles northeast. The Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is 22 miles away.
Crime
East Palmer Lake's crime score on the CAP Index is 4 out of 10, which is on par with the national average.
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Parks in this Area
Palmer Lake Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Riverdale Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Centennial Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Soccer
West Palmer Park
Transit
Airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
35 min drive
Bus
Humboldt Ave N & 70th Ave N
Bus
Humboldt Ave N & 73rd Ave N
Bus
Humboldt Ave N & 72nd Ave N
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
East Palmer Lake
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Palmer Lake, Brooklyn Center sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in East Palmer Lake, Brooklyn Center over the last 12 months is $319,366, down 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,981
Median Age
35
Population under 18
30.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,548
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$90,658
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.8%
College Graduates
24.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.3%
% Population in Labor Force
81.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
7°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
59''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
61/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
