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Downtown Neighborhood Guide Grand Forks, ND

About

Downtown Grand Forks, North Dakota, is the thriving heart of the city, nestling on the banks of the Red River. This vibrant neighborhood boasts a rich history, beautiful architecture, and a diversity of dining and shopping options. Key landmarks include the Grand Forks Town Square and the historic Empire Arts Center. Gateway Drive serves as a main artery that guides you effortlessly into the bustling hub of North Third Street and DeMers Avenue.

What You Will Love About Downtown, Grand Forks, North Dakota

  • The cultural vibe of the Downtown is truly amazing, with venues like Empire Arts Center granting opportunities for live entertainment and exhibits.
  • Food lovers will appreciate the area's diverse dining scene, ranging from cozy cafes to elegant fine-dining choices.
  • The neighborhood's collection of unique boutique shops along Third Street offers a range of Independent retailers and artisan goods.

What's Nearby

Downtown Grand Forks is conveniently located close to the University of North Dakota and the Ralph Engelstad Arena. Travel a little further north; you'll encounter the beautiful Lincoln Drive Park. For history enthusiasts, the North Dakota Museum of Art is just a short drive away, on the university campus.

Lifestyle

The lifestyle in Downtown Grand Forks is quite active and vibrant, offering a mix of arts, culture, entertainment, and recreation. It's the perfect place for urban dwellers who appreciate historical architecture, a colorful local arts scene, and easy access to outdoor activities along the Red River.

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Explore the Neighborhood

There are 70 restaurants, 7 grocery stores, and 7 parks within a mile of the Downtown neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    FM International Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Gourmet Store, Grocery Store

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    0.7 miles

    205 N Washington St

Downtown Apartments and Rentals

29 Rental properties in Downtown, Grand Forks, ND.

  • Widlund Building property

    Contact for Price

    Widlund Building

    Studio–1 Beds • 1 Bath

    301–501 Sqft

    Not Available

  • Northern Heights Apartments property

    $1,470

    Northern Heights Apartments

    1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    797–1408 Sqft

    Available 11/1

  • Franklin on 4th property

    Contact for Price

    Franklin on 4th

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    453–1495 Sqft

    Not Available

  • Town Square property

    $200+

    Town Square

    1–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    569–793 Sqft

    4 Units Available

  • The Aurora at Griggs Square property

    $1,250+

    The Aurora at Griggs Square

    3 Beds • 2 Baths

    1185 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

  • University Flats property

    $865+

    University Flats

    1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    725–1415 Sqft

    Available 9/30

29 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
2.6%
16.2%
utilities
3.4%
2.5%
food
0.2%
6.7%
transportation
3.1%
4.8%
healthcare
3.4%
4.1%

Downtown Transportation

walk bike and transit

Very Walkable

81/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

77/100
Bike Score®

Some Transit

30/100
1 train stop, 1 other stop

Cities Area Transit

Other

450 Kittson Ave

BNSF Railway Co.

Train Stop

1796 Demers Ave

Source: foursquare.com

Downtown Schools

29 Properties Available for Rent

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