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From backyard to beach
Island life in the Park Point neighborhood depends on Duluth's Aerial Lift Bridge, the only link spanning the city's ship channel between the harbor and the open water of Lake Superior. Though connected to the mainland by the century-old marvel of engineering, Park Point itself is a natural beauty. In a tranquil space surrounded by water, locals enjoy scenery right from their homes. Decks and porches look out over Lake Superior, and locals stroll the time-worn footpaths from their back yards right to the beach.
Mike Raivala, a Re/Max real estate agent who has worked in the Duluth and Superior areas for 21 years, says Park Point is a popular summer escape for tourists as well. “It’s a well-known destination, but locals get to explore the outdoors in their backyards year-round,” Raivala said. “There’s hiking, sightseeing, bird-watching… really all the things people love about Lake Superior can be found at Park Point.”
The iconic Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge provides access for vehicles going to Park Point.
There are beautiful sandy beaches along the entire north coast of Park Point.
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Cottages, bungalows and beach houses
Park Point has a small but varied selection of homes that branch off Lake and Minnesota avenues, which run together along most of the narrow island, which is about 7 miles long and no more than 700 feet at its widest point. The lowest-priced houses are primarily bungalows and cottages with covered front porches, while pricier options include custom-built two-story beach houses with large decks to take in the sights. Houses are priced between $300,000 and $2 million—a wide spread, with the average price settling around $525,000.
Park Point has a variety of housing styles.
There are many custom homes on the beach in Park Point.
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Public beaches and parks
Public beaches fill with tourists during the summer, but locals need not worry about parking. They can walk directly down the dunes from their back yards to reach Lake Superior’s shores. Aside from beach access, which is shared by residents, there are several public parks in the neighborhood. Lafayette Square was established in the early 1900s as the home of Radisson Elementary School and later renovated into a community center. Today, the park has playgrounds, tennis courts, a large sports field, a community garden and a small parking lot for visitors.
The Park Point Beach and Beach House is a public park near the south end of Lake-Minnesota Avenue. It offers beach access, beach volleyball, an accessible boat launch and a community center. The center can be rented for weddings, family reunions and social events. The park’s website shows current weather, UV and wave conditions, as well as swim hazard risk flags and a beach cam, giving beachgoers ample detail on each day’s conditions.
A trail along the eastern “point” that gives the neighborhood its name leads to Minnesota Point Lighthouse. Known as one of the easier hikes in the Duluth area, this trail is mostly flat and protected from wind, with views of the lake and bay. At the end of the trail, check out the historic lighthouse (from afar, as visitors are not allowed inside) and watch ships float through the Superior Entry, a natural waterway between Minnesota and Wisconsin. There is no access across Superior Entry to the next island in the chain.
A group of people swim and hang out in Lake Superior at Park Point Beach.
Volunteers tend to the community garden at Lafayette Park in Park Point.
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Dinner like Grandma made it
While Park Point doesn’t have any restaurants within its boundaries, a quick trip across the Aerial Lift Bridge provides options, including Lake Avenue Restaurant & Bar. This New American restaurant serves brunch, lunch and dinner paired with regional cocktails. It’s known as a local go-to for celebrations. A more casual choice can be found down the street at Grandma’s Saloon & Grill. With eclectic décor and neon signs, this laid-back spot is known for its homestyle chicken pot pie and Wisconsin-style white cheddar cheese curds.
Sand Point Yacht Club, a private club on the Duluth harbor basin, has a recently remodeled clubhouse equipped with a full kitchen. Members regularly enjoy days spent boating before returning to the clubhouse to cook and share a meal with neighbors. Farther down Lake-Minnesota Avenue, Dock 5 displays the work of local artist Natalija Walbridge — or shop for that perfect piece to take home. The nearest grocery store is Whole Foods, located in the Hillside neighborhood 1.6 miles north of the Aerial Lift Bridge, accessible by car or via DTA’s Green Line bus route.
Even though Park Point has few retail and dining options within its borders, Raivala says it’s hard to run out of things to do within a short trip. “With Superior, Wisconsin, just across the river, and downtown Duluth within walking distance, people can easily shop and eat without going far from home,” says Raivala.
You will see quite the interior decor when dining at Grandma's Saloon and Grill by Park Point.
Lake Avenue Restaurant is a popular dining spot near Park Point.
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Duluth Public Schools
Students growing up in Park Point are zoned in the Duluth Public School District, graded B by Niche. Students may attend Myers-Wilkins Elementary School, Lincoln Park Middle School and Denfeld High School, each graded B minus by Niche. Outside of regular school, local students can learn to fly planes at the Duluth Aviation Institute in Park Point. This non-profit organization teaches K-12 students about the history and mechanics of aviation and uses the Sky Harbor Airport as its base of operations.
Park Point children attend Myers-Wilkins Elementary School.
Park Point high school aged students attend Denfeld High School.
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Buses and bridges
The Duluth Transit Authority (DTA) provides bus service throughout downtown. There are several stops in Park Point—closest to the bridge is the Lake Avenue & 8th Street stop, then stops continue every few blocks until the Lake-Minnesota Avenue & 49th Street stop completes the route, ending at the Park Point Beach House.
Leaving Park Point by car or bus requires crossing the Aerial Lift Bridge, which remains open to road traffic unless marine traffic requests passage. “The bridge operator coordinates transit with boat captains by radio and ensures that car traffic doesn’t get stuck for too long,” says Hannah Montoya, a park ranger at the Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center & Museum. “Typically, they do a partial lift, but sailboats with tall masts require a full lift. Once the bridge is at the very top, it takes two minutes to go down again. People aren’t usually stuck waiting on the road for longer than five to ten minutes.”
Park Point residents and visitors can utilize the public bus system.
You can find people on the Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge on Park Point at all times of the day.
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Parks in this Area
Franklin Tot Lot
Picnic Area
Playground
Lafayette Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Minnesota Point Pine Forest SNA
Lake
Beach
Hiking
Park Point Beach
Baseball/Softball
Lake
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Duluth International
26 min drive
Bus
Minnesota Ave & 28 St
Bus
Minnesota Ave & 14 St
Bus
Minnesota Ave & 42 St
Bus
Minnesota Ave & 38 St
Bus
Minnesota Ave & 49 St
Bus
Minnesota Ave & 19 St
Bus
Minnesota Ave & Harbor Po Circle
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Park Point
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Park Point, Duluth sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Park Point, Duluth over the last 12 months is $651,331, up 21% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Here’s your opportunity to own a stunning, move-in-ready contemporary home just steps from the breathtaking Bay of Lake Superior! This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom gem offers seamless access to outdoor adventures like fishing, kayaking, boating, swimming, and evenings spent admiring spectacular sunsets. Inside, you'll find a home that shines with updates, including new roof, new flooring, newer windows,
Simply cross over the Aerial Lift Bridge and within two miles you will arrive at Baypoint Estates. The building is uniquely situated on the water on famous Park Point and surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds. From their spacious balconies, Residents of Baypoint Estates enjoy breathtaking views of the ships, sunsets and scenery. Leisure time can be spent in the sauna and exercise room or
Simply cross over the Aerial Lift Bridge and within two miles you will arrive at Baypoint Shoreline. The building is uniquely situated on the water on famous Park Point and surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds. From their spacious balconies, Residents of Baypoint Shoreline enjoy breathtaking views of the ships, sunsets and scenery. Leisure time can be spent in the sauna and exercise room
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,096
Median Age
61
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
9.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
43.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,250
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$113,965
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.4%
College Graduates
57.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.7%
% Population in Labor Force
46.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
6°F
Average Summer High Temperature
75°F
Annual Snowfall
69''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
46/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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