Moving to Minneapolis at end of December/January (crime, nightlife)

[WRC5]

I lived in Phillips before and know of it as an option for sure. I was just asking for more input on other places. Just because I enjoyed that neighborhood doesn't mean they're isn't other fantastic parts of the city to look into as options. I also haven't seen too many housing options in Phillips thus far.

I mean if you had specific questions you could just ask? I just was curious if anyone had any suggestions or personal thoughts on places they lived. I said I was 25 so obviously opportunities for nightlight/urban areas are cool I guess? I figure that'd be accessible in a lot of areas of the city.

As far as Phillips, again, I just said that's where I lived and I enjoyed it before and someone asked why. I explained. Not sure why it was anymore than that.

[MsBall]

Originally Posted by Glenfield

You didn’t give much info on what you’re looking for and someone post links to 18 previous threads on the general topic. People who have the most success with these are specific about what they want. You gave us Phillips as point of reference and we went with it.

valid point

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[WRC5]

Originally Posted by wamer27

It seems you already found your answer before you posted? I’d recommend NE, but that’s what area I’m biased towards and hangout often in.

Good to know. I love breweries and know there's a lot of great ones up in that area. Is traffic pretty crazy to get down to south Minneapolis from up there in rush hour that you know of?

[demtion35]

Originally Posted by WRC5

Hey all,

I'm a 25 year old and moving up to Minneapolis for my job at the end of December. I'd love to hear some info about good neighborhoods to check out (living wise).

I actually lived up near the Phillips neighborhood back about 5 years ago prior to graduating for a little bit and loved the area. Been itching to get back after stays in Chicago and Des Moines.

I also am ideally looking to find a roommate or two if possible to mitigate costs. So hit me up if you're in the same boat/know someone in the same situation. The plan is the end of December/very latest being January 1st.

Dress warm. It is going to be cold.

[Cruz Azul Guy]

To the OP - providing the following information would be helpful in personalizing a response:

-approximate work location (or work from home?)
-approximate budget?
-do you own a car (for parking considerations) or are you planning to get by with biking and public transportation?
-what amenities are you most interested in having in your vicinity?

[WRC5]

Originally Posted by Cruz Azul Guy

To the OP - providing the following information would be helpful in personalizing a response:

-approximate work location (or work from home?)
-approximate budget?
-do you own a car (for parking considerations) or are you planning to get by with biking and public transportation?
-what amenities are you most interested in having in your vicinity?

Work location is just south of Minneapolis/in Phillips.

Ideally would like to keep it to $900 or under ideally, but there's flexibility there. Thought about the idea of getting a roommate or two as well.

I do own a car. Minneapolis had some decent public transit but still seemed like a city where a car would be kind of important.

I'd say green spaces/the lakes being relatively close would be pretty nice. Dives/food spots/coffee spots in walking distance would be ideal.

[Cruz Azul Guy]

Originally Posted by WRC5

Work location is just south of Minneapolis/in Phillips.

Ideally would like to keep it to $900 or under ideally, but there's flexibility there. Thought about the idea of getting a roommate or two as well.

I do own a car. Minneapolis had some decent public transit but still seemed like a city where a car would be kind of important.

I'd say green spaces/the lakes being relatively close would be pretty nice. Dives/food spots/coffee spots in walking distance would be ideal.

On that budget you’re going to be looking at shared living in the more desirable areas of the city for young professionals (Uptown, North Loop, etc.) If you’re insistent on getting a studio or 1 bedroom apartment you may have some luck in areas like Whittier or Powderhorn but expect to deal with some crime and poverty (similar to what you’d see in Phillips).

Other areas to consider are the Wedge (Lowry Hills East) or Lyndale, which I’d consider to be the grittier or more modest corners of the Uptown area, but I suspect it could be tough to find an apartment in those areas for $900.

[WRC5]

Originally Posted by Cruz Azul Guy

On that budget you’re going to be looking at shared living in the more desirable areas of the city for young professionals (Uptown, North Loop, etc.) If you’re insistent on getting a studio or 1 bedroom apartment you may have some luck in areas like Whittier or Powderhorn but expect to deal with some crime and poverty (similar to what you’d see in Phillips).

Other areas to consider are the Wedge (Lowry Hills East) or Lyndale, which I’d consider to be the grittier or more modest corners of the Uptown area, but I suspect it could be tough to find an apartment in those areas for $900.

I saw some units in Uptown for anywhere from $800-$950. Maybe due to COVID?

Was told Podwerhorn was a bit eh right now so makes sense. I did hear good things about Whittier but happy to get a different perspective on it too. Definitely helps a lot.

[Cruz Azul Guy]

Originally Posted by WRC5

I saw some units in Uptown for anywhere from $800-$950. Maybe due to COVID?

Was told Podwerhorn was a bit eh right now so makes sense. I did hear good things about Whittier but happy to get a different perspective on it too. Definitely helps a lot.

Whittier is home to Eat Street, so you’d have plenty of food options within walking distance. In my opinion the area has been mired by an ugly Kmart store blocking the intersection of Lake and Nicollet, but fortunately the store is no more and there are plans in place to open up the street once again. I predict that Whittier will become the new up and coming neighborhood (AKA gentrified) in the next 5-10 years.

[Citykid3785]

Originally Posted by Cruz Azul Guy

Whittier is home to Eat Street, so you’d have plenty of food options within walking distance. In my opinion the area has been mired by an ugly Kmart store blocking the intersection of Lake and Nicollet, but fortunately the store is no more and there are plans in place to open up the street once again. I predict that Whittier will become the new up and coming neighborhood (AKA gentrified) in the next 5-10 years.

Agreed. I don't know much about the current rental prices, but I would place whittier above both Phillips and Powderhorn. Statistically speaking, Phillips and Powderhorn have more crime than the other south Minnie neighborhoods. One's safety is all relative, so depending on your perspective on crime, you can determine if you're okay with that price/crime tradeoff.

That said, you could also look into the below which I think are some of the better values, with access to South Minnie, once again I can't comment on prices.

Seward
Longfellow
Nokomis
Uptown
Lyn Lake