Duluth

The hilly port city of Duluth, Minnesota, has been called “The Air-Conditioned City” because of cooling easterly winds that come from Lake Superior in the summer. First settled in 1856, Duluth today covers 80.1 square miles, and has a median age of 33.7 (2022). It’s the major regional center for retail, healthcare, higher education, and business services.

Most houses in Duluth are three-bedroom traditionals, with hardwood floors and lots of character, though there are also homes in Victorian and Mid-Century Modern styles. The typical home value is $260,683, up 13.8% over the past year (Zillow, 2022). Residents can choose to enjoy various annual events: the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon, the Duluth Boat, Sports, Travel and RV Show, music festivals, the rhubarb festival, and an art fair.

I-35, U.S. Highways 2 and 53, and State Highway 61 all serve Duluth. The Lakeside/Lester Park neighborhood, just off State Highway 61, offers a unique variety of housing, from stately mansions along the lake to more affordable family housing inland. Nearby Morley Heights-Parkview features newer homes in the rural northern portions of this area. Lincoln Park, conveniently located next to I-35 and U.S. Highway 53, contains affordable housing options, many of which provide great views of the Duluth Harbor.

Natural beauty, hip lakefront neighborhoods, and endless outdoor excursions are among the benefits that make Duluth a special place to live.