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Highland Park

Highland Park

Neighborhood Reviews
4.0
$507,289 Average Value
$263 Average Price per Sq Ft
44 Homes For Sale

Highly sought-after community in Highland Park

Named for the large city park at its center and butting up against the Mississippi River, Highland Park is a peaceful Saint Paul community with a bit of everything. "It's a desirable neighborhood that is centrally located in Saint Paul. It's adjacent to the river, and the river road in Saint Paul is desirable for runners and bikers," says Dan Schneider, a Realtor with Vibe Realty, who has sold multiple homes in the neighborhood. "The other thing that's really popular about Highland Park is that it's very walkable to shops, restaurants and coffee shops. It's a very pedestrian and bicycle-friendly area." Nearby parks in the neighborhood provide miles of trails to explore, plus activities such as golf and swimming. Residents have easy access to developed parks and areas that feel more like nature, with paths that meander along the Mississippi River, adding a sense of wonder to a daily jog.
The high bridge greets drivers along Montreal Ave in Highland Park.
The high bridge greets drivers along Montreal Ave in Highland Park.
The Watergate Marina is just by Crosby Farms Regional Park in Highland Park.
The Watergate Marina is just by Crosby Farms Regional Park in Highland Park.
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Explore the river banks or hit the hill for sledding

Several parks in and around Highland Park offer residents plenty of green space to explore. The neighborhood's namesake park has been a community gathering spot for nearly 100 years and has several amenities. Residents can play a round of golf on the 18-hole, par-72 course or grab some frisbees for a round of disc golf. The park also has playgrounds, picnic facilities and the Highland Park Aquatic Center, which features a water slide, lap pool and splash pad. Hidden Falls Regional Park is a large natural area along the Mississippi River with 6.7 miles of paved hiking and biking trails. The park is accessible from Mississippi River Boulevard, which has a paved path adjacent to the road that is popular for outdoor activity.
The Highland Park National Golf Course is an 18 hole Par 72 course.
The Highland Park National Golf Course is an 18 hole Par 72 course.
A Disc Golfer teeing off on a 18 hole course adjacent to Highland Park National Golf Course.
A Disc Golfer teeing off on a 18 hole course adjacent to Highland Park National Golf Course.
Hidden Falls in Highland Park is located down a series of limestone steps.
Hidden Falls in Highland Park is located down a series of limestone steps.
The Highland Park Playground in Highland Park.
The Highland Park Playground in Highland Park.
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Local brews and things to do

Much of the neighborhood is made up of housing, but there is also a mix of shopping and dining in the area. Residents can start their day with a cup of coffee and pastry from several popular cafes, including Quixotic Coffee, JS Bean Factory or La Boulangerie, before strolling along Cleveland Avenue and browsing local shops. Blockbuster hits show at Mann Theatres, a regional chain with a retro marquee sign. The Nook and Tiffany Sports Lounge are popular local hangouts offering American fare and pub grub. Residents can head to Joan's in the Park for special occasions at this fine dining restaurant. Groceries are available at ALDI, Trader Joe's or Lunds & Byerlys. Residents can pick up other household items at Target on Ford Parkway.
Mann Theaters is a classic cinema in  the heart of the shopping district of Highland Park.
Mann Theaters is a classic cinema in the heart of the shopping district of Highland Park.
JS Bean Factory has been serving Highland Park residents since 2001.
JS Bean Factory has been serving Highland Park residents since 2001.
Quixotic Coffee is a local roastery in Highland Park.
Quixotic Coffee is a local roastery in Highland Park.
In 2019, Cecil’s Deli was spotlighted on the Food Network show, Family Restaurant Rivals.
In 2019, Cecil’s Deli was spotlighted on the Food Network show, Family Restaurant Rivals.
Centro is a laid-back counter service taqueria, serving margaritas on tap in Highland Park.
Centro is a laid-back counter service taqueria, serving margaritas on tap in Highland Park.
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Established midcentury homes in Saint Paul

Most homes in Highland Park were built in the 1930s and 1940s and are often ranch-style, Cape Cod, or bungalow houses. They are typically close together on tree-lined city streets with sidewalks that offer walkability through the neighborhood. Four-bedroom single-family homes can cost between $350,000 and $500,000. Condos and townhouses are also common, especially in Highland Bridge, a mixed-use development built on the site of a former Ford Motor Company factory. Older condos in the neighborhood cost around $250,000 to $450,000, while the newer ones often cost between $700,000 and $800,000.
A Rambler-style home on a hill in the city of Highland Park.
A Rambler-style home on a hill in the city of Highland Park.
Rows of Tudor-Style homes along a neighborhood street in Highland Park.
Rows of Tudor-Style homes along a neighborhood street in Highland Park.
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An overview of the park integrated into the The Highland Bridge development in Highland Park.
An overview of the park integrated into the The Highland Bridge development in Highland Park.
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A Cape Cod style home on a street corner in Highland Park.
A Cape Cod style home on a street corner in Highland Park.
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Highly rated schools with unique opportunities

Students in Highland Park will likely attend Horace Mann School, rated a B-plus by Niche; Highland Park Middle School, rated a B-minus; and Highland Park Senior High School, rated an A. Highland Park Senior High serves approximately 1,3000 students and has a student-teacher ratio of 23-to-1. All students in ninth and 10th grades participate in the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, while the IB Diploma Programme is open to 11th and 12th graders. The school has been ranked one of the top in the country by Newsweek and the Washington Post. The neighborhood is also home to St. Catherine University, the country's largest Catholic women's college.
Horace Mann School is known for academic excellence & personal development.
Horace Mann School is known for academic excellence & personal development.
Highland Park Middle School has almost 800 students.
Highland Park Middle School has almost 800 students.
Highland Park High School has over 1300 students.
Highland Park High School has over 1300 students.
St. Catherine University is located in Highland Park and serves 5000 students.
St. Catherine University is located in Highland Park and serves 5000 students.
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Worship or gather at Highland Park Jewish centers

Highland Park has had a high Jewish population since the days following World War II, and that heritage is evident in several synagogues and religious centers around the neighborhood. Residents can worship at Adath Synagogue on Edgcumbe Road or Temple of Aaron on Mississippi River Boulevard. The Minnesota Jewish Community Center is located on St. Paul Avenue and offers several community programs, including early childhood education, summer camps and adult programs like art classes and book clubs.
The Jewish Community Center serves the social, cultural, and recreational needs of St. Paul.
The Jewish Community Center serves the social, cultural, and recreational needs of St. Paul.
Adath Israel Synagogue is a place to pray, study, and come together as a community.
Adath Israel Synagogue is a place to pray, study, and come together as a community.
Temple of Aaron is a conservative synagogue in Highland Park.
Temple of Aaron is a conservative synagogue in Highland Park.
Temple of Aaron features many unique works of art.
Temple of Aaron features many unique works of art.
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Convenient ways to get around the Twin Cities

Highland Park residents can easily walk or bike to destinations in the neighborhood but will likely need to drive or use public transit to other locations. Downtown Saint Paul is approximately 5.5 miles northeast on Interstate 35E, while Central Minneapolis is about 13 miles northwest on I-35W. There are several bus routes through the neighborhood, including the METRO A Line rapid transit bus. Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport is just across the river, approximately a 3-mile drive. Despite the airport's proximity, residents do not deal with elevated noise levels as none of the flight paths are above Highland Park.
Metro Transit offers bus service for Highland Park residents
Metro Transit offers bus service for Highland Park residents
MSP Airport is close to Highland Park making travel much easier.
MSP Airport is close to Highland Park making travel much easier.
Run alongside the Mississippi river for some exercise and sightseeing.
Run alongside the Mississippi river for some exercise and sightseeing.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain

8 min drive

Bus

Cleveland Ave & Niles Ave

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Cleveland Ave & Montreal Ave

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Ford Pkwy & Kenneth St

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Cleveland Ave & Worcester Ave

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St Paul Ave & #1491 & #1501

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Edgcumbe Rd & Sheridan Ave

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Cleveland Ave & Hillcrest Ave

Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 13 Reviews
5.0 Current Resident
8/10/2020 Niche Review
Everyone is very nice and polite and willing to give a helping hand. The neighborhood is nice and clean as well.
5.0 Niche User
8/28/2018 Niche Review
It is an excellent location to be growing up in throughout your entire life. I fortunately grew up around the area during my high school years. There is not much that I would like to see change around here.
4.0 Niche User
5/16/2016 Niche Review
I have yet to have a concern.
3.0 Niche User
2/23/2016 Niche Review
In this community there isn't much of any crime going on. There are many families who live here who are always watching out for their neighbors and people around them to keep them as safe as possible. There are police present during the day and night but not as much as there would be in a high crime community.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Highland Park US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Highland Park Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$462,500
Median Sale Price
$446,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$455,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
306
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$263

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
6,307
Number of Homes for Sale
44
Median Year Built
1948
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,750
Below the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,438
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,989
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jul 19
    1:30 - 3pm

    1496 Randolph Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105

    $310,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,176 Sq Ft
    • 1496 Randolph Ave

    Remarkable Starter Home in Macalester-Groveland Neighborhood.Coffee Lovers!! You share the block with one of the best coffee spots in town, “The Coffee Bean”! Stop in on your way to meet friends or before yoga... This home is situated right in the heart of everything, between Mac-Groveland and Highland Park. Walk to shops, restaurants, parks, grocery stores, pharmacies, St. Kate’s, or

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    Karen Schlaefer
    RE/MAX Results
    (651) 401-7827
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  • Friday, Jul 18
    12 - 3pm

    870 Mount Curve Blvd Unit N, Saint Paul, MN 55116

    $875,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,462 Sq Ft
    • 870 Mount Curve Blvd
    • Unit N
    • New 21 days ago

    Experience the perfect blend of timeless charm and modern innovation in one of the Twin Cities' most desirable neighborhoods. Located in the heart of Highland Bridge, this end-unit townhome sits on 135 acres of redeveloped urban space weaving Saint Paul's rich history with its dynamic future, Enjoy sustainable, forward-thinking living just steps from the best of Highland Park, with front and

    Glori Haidar Edina Realty, Inc.

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  • Saturday, Jul 19
    11am - 1pm

    2 Edgcumbe Place, Saint Paul, MN 55116

    $1,150,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 4,243 Sq Ft
    • 2 Edgcumbe Place
    • New 2 days ago

    While Edgcumbe Road is one of St. Paul’s most beautiful and coveted boulevards, the Edgcumbe Place cul-de-sac takes exclusivity to the next level. One of only 9 unique architect-designed homes built on the former grounds of the Pierce Butler Jr. estate, this home is perched high atop a wooded bluff with tree-top views in every direction.Highlights include stunning contemporary design,

    Amy Sperling Verve Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners

Demographics

Total Population
25,722
Median Age
41
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$73,556
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,259

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.6%
College Graduates
59.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
9°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
60''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

22 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

40 / 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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Highland Park
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