Named after the 6-acre park at its center, College Park sits 13 miles from downtown Minneapolis. “College Park is an excellent choice for first-time buyers and growing families,” says Jon Perkins, Realtor with RE/MAX Results. “The great schools, cultural events, and community engagement initiatives reflect the area’s strong sense of inclusivity and pride.” Settled behind the commercial centers of Bottineau Boulevard, residents have the convenience of name-brand grocers and eateries in their backyard. Brooklyn Park staples, like the North Hennepin Community College and the seasonal Brooklyn Park Farmers Market, are within walking distance. Locals can grab a quick coffee from Caribou Coffee or stock up on essentials at Walmart Supercenter within the neighborhood. At the same time, major employers in industry and manufacturing are only blocks north. With a sense of privacy, easy access to major commercial hubs and nearby urban amenities, College Park offers a relaxed suburban feel in Hennepin County.
College Park has a number of culdesacs surrounded with homes.
College Park residents enjoy picking up a new book at the Brooklyn Park Public Library.
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Split-levels and multi-family townhouses
Homes in College Park are desirable for their low entry costs and wide range of housing options. “The market is moderately competitive,” says Perkins, with over 35 years of experience selling in Brooklyn Park. “We see multiple offers on well-priced homes, and the market remains accessible compared to cities like Maple Grove and Minneapolis.” With a median sales price of $345,000, homes here cost $50,000 less than the national median. Prices range from around $200,000 for a two-bedroom townhouse to $400,000 for a four-bedroom split-level. Most houses in the neighborhood were constructed in the 1980s, and designs range from split-level and bi-level to ranch-style homes. Single-family split-level houses are the majority; however, multi-family townhouses are available in the northwest corner of the community. Wide residential streets branch off 85th Avenue and West Broadway into cul-de-sacs lined with properties. Homes often feature mid-sized lawns, paved driveways and multi-car garages.
Rows of split-level homes make up a majority of College Park.
Multi-unit townhomes are another housing option in College Park.
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Shopping along Bottineau Boulevard
The south side of College Park is primarily commercial and takes up approximately 60 percent of the neighborhood. Locals often shop for groceries and essentials on the community's western border, along Bottineau Boulevard. There’s a mix of grocers like Walmart Supercenter or Dragon Star Supermarket and retailers like Target, Dollar Tree and Menards along the thoroughfare. . For lunch and dinner, Cajun Deli features Louisiana-style seafood dishes starring Creole spices. Vietnam House is known for its signature pho dishes and a menu of more than 100 authentic Asian meal options.
Walmart in College Park has a convenient pharmacy.
Dragon Star Supermarket has the most diverse produce selection in College Park.
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Osseo Area Schools and North Hennepin Community College
Families in College Park are zoned for Osseo Area Schools. Students can attend Rice Lake Elementary, North View Middle and Osseo Senior High School, which have earned ratings of B-minus, C-plus and B from the review site Niche. Rice Lake Elementary School offers a Talented and Gifted (TAG) program that provides a targeted instructional plan to meet a student’s academic rate and level of learning. North View Middle School serves over 400 students and boasts an impressive student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Osseo Senior High School offers a rigorous curriculum with 13 available AP courses to choose from. Private options like Maranatha Christian Academy and St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School are also available. Those interested in pursuing higher education can look to North Hennepin Community College, along the neighborhood's eastern border. It awards two-year associate degrees in over 70 programs and is recognized as the fifth-largest community college in the U.S.
North View Middle School has a student-teacher ratio of 10:1, fostering a strong classroom.
North Hennepin Community College offers many opportunities for College Park to continue their education.
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Year-round recreation at College Park
College Park is within walking distance of many homes. It has a playground and an outdoor ice rink maintained in winter. Greenhaven Park is another option across Bottineau Boulevard, with a picnic pavilion and a mulched jungle gym with swings. Brooklyn Park Ice Arena is 2 miles east, offering two indoor ice-skating rinks year-round. It’s the home facility of the North Metro Youth Hockey Association and hosts regular practices for the local high school teams. The public Edinburgh Golf Course is 3 miles away. It’s city-owned and features an 18-hole course layout for players of all skill levels.
College Park is located in Brooklyn Park.
Greenhaven Park features a playground.
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The Brooklyn Park Farmers Market
The seasonal Brooklyn Park Farmers Market runs on Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., starting in the second week of July. It takes place in the parking lot of North Hennepin Community College and runs into the second week of October. Visitors can purchase fresh produce, baked goods and artisan-crafted goods from locally owned businesses.
Take the Metro bus or commute on U.S. I-94
Bottineau Boulevard runs along the neighborhood's western border, connecting residents to U.S. Route 169 and U.S. Interstate 94 for trips into Minneapolis. The Metro Transit bus provides public rides throughout the area. The Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, 26 miles away, provides flights across the country and internationally. For healthcare, the Hennepin County Medical Center is 2 miles east. Maple Grove Hospital is another option 8 miles from the community.
Crime
College Park’s CAP Index crime score is 4 out of 10, the same as the national average.
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Parks in this Area
Greenhaven Park
College Park
Transit
Airport
Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
39 min drive
Bus
Lakeland Ave N & 79th Ave N
Bus
Brooklyn Blvd & Jolly Lane
Bus
Walmart & Main Entrances
Bus
West Broadway & Dragon Star
Bus
85th Ave N & West Broadway Ave
Bus
Lakeland Ave N & Walmart
Bus
West Broadway & College Park Dr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
College Park
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
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 College Park, Brooklyn Park sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in College Park, Brooklyn Park over the last 12 months is $315,992, up 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$345,000
Median Single Family Price
$360,101
Median Townhouse Price
$186,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$193
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$345,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
365
Median Year Built
1979
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,306
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
863
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,139
Median Age
38
Population under 18
27.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$77,390
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,751
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
College Graduates
23.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.1%
% Population in Labor Force
78%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
26/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 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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