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Market Snapshot

Median listing price
$319K

The median listing price in Minneapolis, MN ZIP 55421 is $319,000 as of September 2026.

Median rent
$1,395/mo

The median market rent in Minneapolis, MN ZIP 55421 is $1,395/month as of September 2026.

Days on market
48 days

The median days on market in Minneapolis, MN ZIP 55421 is 48 days as of September 2026. The market is currently neutral.

Gross rental yield
5.25%

At a median list price of $319,000 and a median rent of $1,395/month, the gross rental yield in Minneapolis, MN ZIP 55421 is 5.25% as of September 2026.

Minneapolis, MN 55421 Real Estate Market Report

ZIP Code: 55421

Report Date: September 2026

Market Temperature:
NEUTRAL

Scope: This ZIP code analysis focuses on single-family residential (SFR) properties. Metrics are calculated from recent sales and active listings within the past 90 days.


Market Overview

This analysis is based on a sample of properties from this ZIP code (up to 200 sold properties and up to 100 active properties). The median prices below are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

Analysis Window
90 Days
Total Properties Analyzed
147
Active Listings
89
Sold Properties
58

Market Metrics

Median Listing Price
$319,000
Median Sold Price
$306,000
Median Price per Sqft
$239/sqft

The property counts shown above represent only the properties analyzed in this report sample, not the total inventory for this ZIP code. Median prices are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.


Rental Market

Median Market Rent
$1,395

Note: The relationship between property values and rental rates reflects different market dynamics. Higher-priced properties may have lower rental yields due to factors such as luxury market positioning, owner-occupancy preferences, or long-term appreciation strategies rather than immediate rental income maximization.


Property Taxes

Property Tax Rate
1.35%

Liquidity & Velocity

Median Days on Market
48
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%

Market Trends & Context

Understanding Market Temperature

A Neutral market indicates balanced conditions where neither buyers nor sellers have a strong advantage, typically characterized by flat price trends, extended but stable days on market, and moderate inventory relative to sales.

Price YoY Trend
up
Market Temperature
neutral
Rent YoY Trend
up
Interest Rate Pressure
elevated

Current Mortgage Rate Context

Market-level mortgage rate comparison for this area:

Current 30-year fixed mortgage rates for properties in Minneapolis 55421 average 6.88%, reflecting a 0.39% increase compared to the 6.49% average observed in early 2026.

Note: Interest rate comparisons provide market context. The existing "Interest Rate Pressure" metric above shows the qualitative market impact.


Key Findings

  1. The neighborhood's primary market signal is the median sold price: $306,000, which should be treated as the most reliable indicator of recent transaction value for SFR and condo comparables and used as the baseline for offer strategy; representative recent sale provides the clearest pricing anchor.
  2. The spread between the median listing price $319,000 and the median sold price $306,000 may indicate pricing friction where seller expectations exceed recent transaction levels, suggesting buyers may have room to negotiate if market visibility and days on market remain elevated.
  3. Median days on market 48 points to slower sales velocity relative to peak-market conditions and, combined with a neutral market temperature, suggests a more balanced negotiation environment rather than a one-sided market; monitor this metric for signs of accelerating liquidity.
  4. Price-per-square-foot $239 and median market rent $1,395, alongside positive price and rent year-over-year trends, support continued modest appreciation potential, but elevated interest rate pressure (current average 30-year fixed at 6.88%, up 0.39% from 6.49%) introduces financing headwinds that may temper buyer demand and lengthen time-to-contract.

Notable Properties

The following 8 properties represent notable market examples and recent transactions that illustrate key market dynamics. These are illustrative examples selected for their significance (top sales, market benchmarks, quick sales) and are not the basis for the statistical calculations shown above.

Recent Transactions

4033 Silver Lake Ter Ne, Minneapolis, MN 55421
Top Sale

Highest sale in the past 90 days. Fully renovated with modern finishes and premium lot positioning.

3 beds2 baths1,910 sqft
$820,000
Jun 2026
$429/sqft
37 days on market
4008 Macalaster Dr Ne, Minneapolis, MN 55421
Premium

Sold above market average

4 beds2 baths2,051 sqft
$559,900
Jul 2026
$273/sqft
50 days on market
4156 7th St Ne, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds2 baths1,436 sqft
$321,993
Jun 2026
$224/sqft
15 days on market
5256 Capitol St Ne, Fridley, MN 55421
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds1 baths1,176 sqft
$320,000
Jun 2026
$272/sqft
52 days on market
143 Horizon Cir Ne, Fridley, MN 55421
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds1 baths1,040 sqft
$320,000
Jun 2026
$308/sqft
66 days on market
3912 Roosevelt St Ne, Minneapolis, MN 55421
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

2 beds2 baths1,476 sqft
$319,500
Aug 2026
$216/sqft
380 days on market
1312 44th Ave Ne, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

3 beds2 baths1,140 sqft
$316,739
Aug 2026
$278/sqft
1 days on market
5256 4th St Ne, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
Value

Sold below market average

4 beds2 baths1,037 sqft
$185,000
Jun 2026
$178/sqft

Investment Analysis

Compare rental income potential against ownership costs and benchmark against market averages.

Rent vs Cost to Own

Monthly rental income vs estimated ownership cost

-$619/mo
55421 Avg Rent
55421 Cost to Own
Rent$1,395
Own$2,014

20% down, 6.71% rate, 1.3% tax

Short-Term Rental

Avg nightly rate and occupancy for this ZIP

55421 Avg nightly rate
55421 Avg occupancy (days/year)
Nightly rate$224/night
Occupancy287 of 365 days

Data Sources

Real estate market data & public records, and GemHaus® proprietary models.

Report generated: 9/7/2026

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