The 10 Most Walkable Cities in Minnesota
Here’s a jog-through on your promenade around Minnesota:
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A Redfin study highlights the top 10 walk-friendly cities in Minnesota.
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The study measures the walkability of a city based on factors such as proximity to amenities, prevalence of pedestrian-friendly infrastructure, and safety indicators.
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St. Paul takes the first spot, with a score of 89.5.
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Minneapolis trails closely behind with an 83.6 walkability score.
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Other notable cities include Duluth, Rochester, and Winona, ranked third, fourth, and fifth respectively.
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The walkability score influences property values, as properties in walkable neighborhoods tend to have higher value.
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Living in these cities could be ideal for individuals reducing their carbon footprints, as commute times are typically less.
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Ditching the car for walking can have positive health and financial benefits – no gym membership fees and less fuel expenses.
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However, each person’s lifestyle and preferences determine which city is a perfect match– making it key to consider more than walkability when choosing your new home.
Alright, time for the moment at the walk’s end—a bit of reassessment:
If you’ve ever wanted to know what Minnesota looks like on foot, Redfin has hooked you up with the perfect list. They’ve even knocked it out of the park with a walkability score—because apparently, cities now get graded too (watch out kids). St. Paul hopped, skipped, and jump-shopped its way to the top of the list, trailed closely by sibling-rival Minneapolis (don’t worry buddy, silver medals are still pretty cool too).
Shout-outs to Duluth, Rochester, and Winona for climbing (or should we say walking) up the charts. These cities- always stepping up their game, right? So, if you’re ready to trim down both your carbon footprint and your waistline, you might want to get your caboose out to one these cities. But remember, not every decision should be based on a leisurely stroll—perhaps you’re more of a jet-ski person (we don’t judge).
Happy house hunting—or should we say—happy trailblazing! Just don’t forget your walking shoes. Trust me, you’re going to need them. After all, these cities aren’t just walk-friendly—they’re “come on in and take a load off” friendly.
Original article: https://www.redfin.com/blog/most-walkable-cities-in-minnesota/
