7.3 out of 10

Armatage

Ranked 6th best neighborhood in Minneapolis
44.89727422835 -93.3104191882061
Great for
  • Safe & Sound
  • Peace & Quiet
  • Clean & Green
  • Neighborly Spirit
  • Resale or Rental Value
Not great for
  • Nightlife
  • Medical Facilities
  • Pest Free
  • Cost of Living
  • Gym & Fitness
Who lives here?
  • Professionals
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
  • Singles
  •  

Reviews

4/5
2yrs+

"Armatage"

Armatage is a neighborhood in the city of Minneapolis which is predominantly residential. It is located in a peaceful corner of Southwest Minneapolis. It is conveniently a walking distance to downtown Minneapolis, the airport, great local shops, the lakes and the Mall of America.
Penn Avenue is where most commercial activities in the neighborhood take place with a number of unique shops offering almost everything. Café Maude which is a well known gathering sport is where locals and visitors usually get together. The Armatage Park takes pride of its beautiful mature shade trees, ball fields, tennis courts and play equipment for kids.
The boundaries of Armatage are 54th Street on the North, Highway 62 on the South, Xerxes Avenue South on the West and Logan Avenue South on the East.
Originally, neighborhood of Armatage was a section of Richfield but was taken over to the city of Minneapolis in the mid of 1920s. The homes in Armatage started rising up in the 1940 decades and by the year 1960, majority of the neighborhood was fully developed and established. The Armatage Community School was founded in 1952 and named in recognition of distinguished leader, Maude Armatage.
Most of the housing in Armatage was built between the years 1949 and 1969 while around 5% of the houses were constructed before the Second World War. Most of the homes are story and a half style and rambler style. There are two public schools in the neighborhood namely the Armatage Montessori School and Kenny Community School.One of the most popular public facilities of the neighborhood is the Armatage Park which is home to wading pool, playground, playing friends, ice rink, picnic area and trails.
Residents can take advantage of home purchase or home improvement incentives in the neighborhood called the Armatage Home Improvement Program. ANA or Armatage Neighborhood Association aims to provide finances for home renovation to properties that are occupied by owner and absentee owned. It offers 4 percent low interest loans for eligible interior and exterior improvements including energy efficient upgrades. There are no income limits in this program.
For residents that want to get involved in the activities of the neighborhood, the ANA conducts general meetings every month where they can work hand in hand to create a powerful force for the stability and planned changes of the neighborhood.
Apart from that, the ANA also open communities for those residents who want to participate in and bring housing strategies to life. It does not matter if you have lived in the neighborhood for many years or you are completely new to it. You can get yourself involved for all the community activities.
The retail spaces in Armatage are comprised of individual stores and are mostly situated along Penn Avenue South. There is a park in the neighborhood with a community center used on various events and meetings. Though it is not as big as other neighborhoods, it has everything residents could ask for. The residents there were absolutely amazed by the great facilities and simplicity of the neighborhood.
4/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 5/5
  • Safe & Sound 4/5
  • Clean & Green 5/5
  • Pest Free 4/5
  • Peace & Quiet 5/5
  • Eating Out 4/5
  • Nightlife 2/5
  • Parks & Recreation 5/5
  • Shopping Options 4/5
  • Gym & Fitness 4/5
  • Internet Access 5/5
  • Lack of Traffic 4/5
  • Parking 5/5
  • Cost of Living 4/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 4/5
  • Public Transport 5/5
  • Medical Facilities 4/5
2yrs+

"Strong community, strong Parks and recreation"

This family oriented community is centered around Armatage Park, School and Community Center. There are mostly single family homes built in the 1950's and 1960's. Driving through Armatage you'll notice a lot of parks, mature trees and well kept homes. The Armatage school and community center is very active and you'll always see kids playing sports in the park. There isn't a lot of night life, but there are a lot of places to eat. Close to public transportation, Southdale Mall and the Mall of America.
Pros
  • Close to Southdale
  • Close to major driving routes
  • Short drive to airport and Mall of America
  • Very green and clean
Cons
  • Lack of nightlife
5/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 5/5
  • Safe & Sound 5/5
  • Clean & Green 5/5
  • Peace & Quiet 5/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 5/5
2yrs+

"Wonderful Neighborhood and Community!"

The Armatage neighborhood is right next to the Kenny neighborhood so we frequently find ourselves there. We love the tree lined streets that continue from one beautiful neighborhood in Minneapolis to the next, the houses and yards are all well maintained. You'll find plenty of neighbors out and about, walking to and from the fabulous restaurants and parks. The Armatage neighborhood is home to some of our favorite restaurants in Minneapolis, Cave Vin, Cafe Maude and Pizza Lola. It's also where you will find Settegren's hardware, you can't help but feel like a part of the community when you walk in this store. They greet you at the door and ask how they can help. Armatage is conveniently close to downtown, uptown and major freeways making your work commute easy and your entertainment options endless.

The average home price in Armatage is 239K. This is based on information from the Regional Multiple Listing Service of Minnesota Inc for the period of 09/01/2012/09/01/2013.
4/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 5/5
  • Safe & Sound 5/5
  • Clean & Green 4/5
  • Peace & Quiet 5/5
  • Eating Out 3/5
  • Nightlife 2/5
  • Parks & Recreation 3/5
  • Shopping Options 3/5
  • Gym & Fitness 3/5
  • Lack of Traffic 3/5
  • Parking 3/5
  • Cost of Living 2/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 4/5
  • Public Transport 3/5
  • Medical Facilities 2/5
  • Schools 4/5
  • Childcare 3/5
2yrs+

"A slice of urban peace and comfort"

Named for its influential resident, Maude Armatage, the Armatage neighborhood of Minneapolis has been home to families for decades. Single family housing began to develop in the 1940s and much of the neighborhood was built by the end of the 1960s. The community center in this neighborhood is also named after Maude. Created in 1952 this Armatage Community School aimed to carry out many of the wonderful plans for the community to which Maude aspired. It was her work that led to a vigorous park system in Minneapolis that incorporated park and school cooperative projects. Maude also made great strides in the struggle for equal rights for women and families. Her influence can still be felt in this modern Minneapolis neighborhood.

Currently the neighborhood consists of mainly single family homes, with a few multifamily dwellings interspersed. The homes are well-maintained and of moderate to upper class offerings. There are also a few small shops, businesses, and stores located primarily along Penn Avenue South that add to the community serenity. The Armatage neighborhood is also home to a public art sculpture, newer gym, and playground.

Working to continue the growth and strength of the community is a neighborhood organization known as the Neighborhood & Community Engagement Commission (NCEC). Its members meet monthly to hear concerns of residents, work on solutions, and continue a strong relationship with city leaders to communicate the voices of the residents of Armatage neighborhood.
Pros
  • secure neighborhood
  • Close to major driving routes
  • Short drive to airport and Mall of America
  • Very green and clean
Cons
  • Lack of nightlife
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Singles
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees
3/5 rating details
  • Neighborly Spirit 4/5
  • Safe & Sound 5/5
  • Clean & Green 5/5
  • Pest Free 4/5
  • Peace & Quiet 5/5
  • Eating Out 3/5
  • Nightlife 1/5
  • Parks & Recreation 4/5
  • Shopping Options 3/5
  • Gym & Fitness 2/5
  • Internet Access 4/5
  • Lack of Traffic 4/5
  • Parking 5/5
  • Cost of Living 3/5
  • Resale or Rental Value 3/5
  • Public Transport 3/5
  • Medical Facilities 2/5
  • Schools 4/5
  • Childcare 4/5
2yrs+

"Picturesque for the Family"

Armatage is in the southwestern corner of Minneapolis, with Edina to the west and Richfield to the south. This neighborhood, though out of the way of the more central Minneapolis, has the advantage of being a short drive away from the Minneapolis- St. Paul International Airport and the Mall of America. The Crosstown Highway forms the southern border of Armatage, creating a convenient route for residents to travel in and out of the community with ease. This is a mostly a residential neighborhood, so there is not much nightlife about which to boast, but the local population is not left hungry since Penn Ave. is lined with several eating spots.

Armatage is noted for being peacefully quiet and having a natural charm since practically every street is lined with lush trees. Such landscaping, however, does come with high real estate prices. Those looking to buy a home would have to invest in a $200,000 or higher mortgage, while the few spots for rent seldom go below $1,000 a month. This area is best described as a family friendly neighborhood, with Armatage Elementary located right next to Armatage Park where residents can enjoy the fresh air and the green backdrops. This community, being one of the newer ones in Minneapolis, is ideal for any couple looking to start a family or already complete households, but the slow pace of life can become quite boring for younger adults that need a little more excitement in their daily lives.
Pros
  • Very green and clean
  • Close to major driving routes
  • Short drive to airport and Mall of America
Cons
  • Pricey
  • Lack of nightlife
Recommended for
  • Professionals
  • Families with kids
  • Retirees

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