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Fridley, Minnesota

Fridley Real Estate

Homes for sale, local facts and advice for buying or selling in Fridley, Anoka County, from Huerkamp Home Group.

Updated October 7, 2026 · By Jason Huerkamp, REALTOR®

Key takeaways

What should you know about Fridley at a glance?

Fridley is a north metro city in Anoka County, home to 30,679 people. Here's what the public numbers say.

  • Population: 30,679 (Census 2024 estimate; +3.7% since 2020)
  • Median home value: $302,900, 13% lower than the Anoka County median (owner estimates, Census ACS)
  • Median household income: $77,680, 24% lower than Anoka County
  • Homeownership: 63% of households own their home (Minnesota: 72.2%)
  • Getting around: about 17 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 33 minutes to MSP Airport in light traffic
  • Schools: Fridley Public School District covers about 47% of the city

Sources: US Census Bureau 2024 population estimates and 2020–2024 American Community Survey; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.

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Where can I find Fridley homes for sale?

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Housing market · September 2026

Fridley home prices and sales

Over the 12 months through September 2026, the median sale price in Fridley was $335,000, up 3.1% from the year before, with 276 homes sold.

  • Median sale price$335,000+3.1% vs. prior 12 months
  • Homes sold276past 12 months
  • Days on market35past 12 months
  • Months of supply3.4end of September 2026

NorthstarMLS data via the Minneapolis Area REALTORS® Local Market Update, current as of October 7, 2026. Full Fridley market report

Living in

What's it like living in Fridley, MN?

The answer

Fridley is a north metro city, and it's about 17 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and 24 minutes from downtown Saint Paul in light traffic. 61% of its homes are single-family houses, the typical home was built around 1968, and 63% of households own their home.

Downtown Minneapolis17min
Downtown Saint Paul24min
MSP Airport33min
Mall of America32min
University of Minnesota19min
Fridley30,679 residents · Anoka County

Demographics · Fridley, MN

Who lives in Fridley?

According to the Census Bureau, Fridley's median household income is $77,680, 24% lower than the Anoka County median (Anoka County: $101,869). The median age is 34.7, 63% of households own their home and 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population30,67911,928 households
Median household income$77,680Anoka Co. $101,869 · MN $89,062
Median home value$302,900Anoka Co. $346,500 · MN $329,300
Median gross rent$1,326Anoka Co. $1,464 · MN $1,280
Homeowners63%Anoka Co. 80.2% · MN 72.2%
Bachelor's degree or higher30%Anoka Co. 32.2% · MN 39.4%
Median age34.7Anoka Co. 38.8 · MN 38.8
Single-family homes61%Median year built: 1968

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates; population from 2024 estimates. Home values are owner estimates; values shown with “+” are the Census reporting cap.

Population trend

How fast is Fridley growing?

Fridley's population grew 3.7% between 2020 and 2024, from 29,580 to 30,679 residents, according to Census Bureau estimates.

Fridley population, 2020–2024
29k30k31k32k2020202120222023202429,579202029,579202130,378202230,333202330,21230,679202430,679

US Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates.

Show as a table
YearResidents
202029,579
202130,378
202230,333
202330,212
202430,679

School planning

Which schools serve a Fridley address?

  • Fridley Public School Districtabout 47% of the city
  • Columbia Heights Public School Districtabout 24% of the city
  • Spring Lake Park Public Schoolsabout 21% of the city
  • Anoka-Hennepin Public School Districtabout 8% of the city

Ask the district for the school assignment of the exact address for the year you'll enroll, since boundaries can change. Being near a school doesn't guarantee a spot, and charter and private schools set their own rules.

Minnesota Report Card (Department of Education)

District coverage: US Census Bureau 2024 school district boundaries.

Crime data

How can you check reported crime near a home?

Ask the police department that serves the address for its current reports, and compare places only across the same time period and offense definitions. Missing data doesn't mean zero crime, and a citywide number doesn't describe a particular street.

FBI Crime Data Explorer

By ZIP code

What does Fridley look like by ZIP code?

2 ZIP codes cover most of Fridley.

ZIPShare of cityMedian home valueMedian household incomeHomeownersListings
5543278%$301,800$79,52063.8%Homes for sale
5542122%$277,300$70,77260.7%Homes for sale

ZIP code areas (ZCTAs) covering at least 5% of the city; values for the whole ZIP area, Census ACS 2020–2024.

Outdoor living

What lakes and water are in Fridley?

Fridley has about 0.7 square miles of water inside city limits. 2 lakes of 10 acres or more touch Fridley; each has its own page with the lakefront homes for sale on it.

Lakefront homes on Moore Lake

All Twin Cities lake homes

Commute & transportation

How easy is getting around Fridley?

Fridley residents' average one-way commute is 22.6 minutes (Census ACS). 70.2% drive alone, 2.1% take public transit and 15.6% work from home.

Average commute22.6 minMN average 22.7 min
Drive alone70.2%of workers
Public transit2.1%of workers
Work from home15.6%of workers

Drive times from Fridley

Drive times: OSRM routing on OpenStreetMap data from the city's Census center point, light traffic. Rush hour takes longer.

Economy & jobs

Where do Fridley residents work?

The largest share of employed Fridley residents work in education, health care and social assistance (19.8%), followed by manufacturing (15.5%). The unemployment rate averaged 6.5% over 2020–2024 (Minnesota: 4.1%).

Census ACS 2020–2024, industry of employed residents 16 and older (C24050) and employment status (B23025).

Industries Fridley residents work in
  1. Education, health care and social assistance19.8%
  2. Manufacturing15.5%
  3. Professional, scientific and management services12.7%
  4. Retail trade11.9%
  5. Arts, entertainment, recreation, lodging and food9%
  6. Construction7.4%

City comparison

How does Fridley compare to Spring Lake Park, Hilltop and Columbia Heights?

The three communities with the shortest drive from Fridley, side by side.

MetricFridleySpring Lake ParkHilltopColumbia Heights
Population (2024)30,6797,08395622,358
Change since 2020+3.7%-1.5%+0.1%+1.8%
Median home value$303K$290K$24K$278K
Median household income$78K$91K$54K$74K
Median gross rent$1,326$1,413$1,127$1,295
Homeowners63%69.5%58%65.9%
Median age34.739.732.836.8
Average commute22.6 min21.4 min25.9 min23.6 min
Drive to downtown Minneapolis17 min20 min17 min16 min

Census 2024 estimates and ACS 2020–2024; drive times from OpenStreetMap routing.

Cost of ownership

What will a Fridley home cost you each month?

Enter the numbers for a specific home. The price starts at Fridley's Census median home value; the interest rate, property tax and insurance are yours to fill in from a lender quote, the county's tax statement and an insurance quote. This is an illustration, not a loan estimate.

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Selling in Fridley

What's required to sell a home in Fridley?

We haven't confirmed a city pre-sale inspection for Fridley; check with the city before you list. Every Minnesota sale still includes the state disclosures: property condition, wells, septic systems, radon, lead paint for older homes and more.

Selling in Minnesota: every city's rules and the state disclosures · Estimate your net proceeds

Is Fridley right for you?

Who should buy a home in Fridley?

  • Compare homes, not averages. Choose the space, layout and condition you need, and confirm it with an inspection.
  • Try the drive. Test your commute at the times you'd actually travel.
  • Check the schools for the address. Fridley Public School District covers most of the city, but not all of it.
  • Budget the whole payment. Include taxes, insurance, association dues and upkeep.

Planning a move

What should I verify before moving to Fridley?

  • The property's current tax statement and homestead status from Anoka County.
  • Lender, insurance and utility quotes for the exact address, plus any association documents and special assessments.
  • The seller's disclosures, including Minnesota's required radon and well disclosures.
  • Whether the city requires a point-of-sale inspection or certificate (Minneapolis and Saint Paul, for example, require Truth-in-Sale-of-Housing reports).
  • The school assignment for your enrollment year, confirmed with the district.

This weekend's open houses

Can you tour Fridley homes this weekend?

Found a Fridley home you like? We'll set up a private showing, usually within a day or two, or tell you when it has an open house.

Fridley FAQ

What do Fridley buyers most often ask?

What is the median home value in Fridley?

The Census Bureau's 2020–2024 American Community Survey puts the median value of owner-occupied homes in Fridley at $302,900, 13% lower than the Anoka County median (Anoka County: $346,500). These are owner estimates; for current asking prices, see the Fridley homes for sale in our home search.

How many people live in Fridley, MN?

About 30,679 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 estimate. The city grew by 3.7% between 2020 and 2024.

Which school district serves Fridley?

Fridley Public School District (about 47% of the city), Columbia Heights Public School District (about 24% of the city), Spring Lake Park Public Schools (about 21% of the city) and Anoka-Hennepin Public School District (about 8% of the city). School assignment depends on the exact address, so confirm it with the district before you buy.

How far is Fridley from downtown Minneapolis?

About 17 minutes by car in light traffic, and about 24 minutes to downtown Saint Paul. Residents' average one-way commute is 22.6 minutes (Census ACS).

Is Fridley a good place to live?

It depends on what you need. Fridley has a median household income of $77,680, 63% homeownership and a 22.6-minute average commute. Visit at the times you'd normally drive, check the school assignment for the address, and compare total ownership costs before you decide.

What does it cost to rent in Fridley?

The median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,326 a month, compared with $1,464 in Anoka County (Census ACS 2020–2024).

What ZIP codes are in Fridley?

55432 and 55421 cover most of the city. ZIP code areas and city limits don't match exactly, so check the city on the property record.

What lakes are in Fridley?

The largest named lakes inside the city are Moore Lake (about 79 acres) and Locke Lake (about 22 acres), based on Census water maps.

How long does it take to close on a home in Fridley?

Most financed purchases close about 30 to 45 days after an accepted offer, and cash purchases can close sooner. Your lender, the appraisal and the title company set the actual timeline.

Does Fridley require an inspection to sell a home?

We haven't confirmed a city inspection requirement for Fridley. Every Minnesota seller still owes the state disclosures (property condition, wells, septic, radon and more), and some counties require a septic inspection. Check with the city before you list.

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