Is Uptown still a good place to live?
Answered by Chris Deutsch, Founder & Editor
Licensed Minnesota Realtor #20382264 ·
The short answer
Uptown is in transition, but 'transition' isn't 'decline.' The bar scene has quieted, but the lakes (Bde Maka Ska, Lake of the Isles) remain incredible, and new residents are discovering the value. For $380K average price, you get walkability, transit, and lake access that would cost $600K+ in Southwest. My advice: Tour at 10 AM on Saturday and 10 PM on Friday. If both feel right to you, Uptown might be your kind of place. It's not for everyone anymore—but for the right person, it's a lifestyle bargain. Want to test it yourself? Send me a text and I'll map you a morning-and-night tour.
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