Quick answer
Affordable, diverse, river access, co-ops, community feel; 1BR $1,100–1,500
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Seward / Longfellow, Minneapolis
Affordable, diverse, river access, co-ops, community feel; 1BR $1,100–1,500
Minneapolis Housing Costs — 2026
Median 1BR rent
$1,380/mo
Median 2BR rent
$1,750/mo
Median home price
$320K
Avg utilities
$155/mo
City-wide medians. Seward / Longfellow rents may vary above or below depending on building vintage and unit type.Full Minneapolis breakdown →
Other Neighborhoods in Minneapolis
Compare Seward / Longfellow with other popular areas.
Uptown / Lowry Hill East
Lakes, dense walkable nightlife, young professionals, most urban feel; 1BR $1,500–2,000
Northeast (Nordeast)
Art galleries, breweries, Eastern European roots, gentrifying rapidly; 1BR $1,400–1,900
North Loop / Warehouse District
Converted warehouses, most walkable downtown adjacent, tech offices; 1BR $1,600–2,100
St. Paul (Cathedral Hill)
Quieter, cheaper than Minneapolis, Victorian homes, restaurant row; 1BR $1,000–1,400
Edina / Minnetonka
Wealthy suburbs, top-rated schools, corporate campuses, families; 1BR $1,400–1,800
Bloomington
Mall of America adjacent, affordable, diverse, good transit access; 1BR $1,100–1,500
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Seward / Longfellow a good neighborhood in Minneapolis?
Affordable, diverse, river access, co-ops, community feel; 1BR $1,100–1,500
What is the rent in Seward / Longfellow, Minneapolis?
Minneapolis citywide median 1BR rent is $1,380/mo. Seward / Longfellow pricing varies from the city average depending on building age, proximity to transit, and in-unit amenities. Studio units in Minneapolis often run 15–20% below the 1BR median.
What is Seward / Longfellow in Minneapolis known for?
Affordable, diverse, river access, co-ops, community feel; 1BR $1,100–1,500
How does Seward / Longfellow compare to other Minneapolis neighborhoods?
Seward / Longfellow is one of 7 notable neighborhoods in Minneapolis. Other options include Uptown / Lowry Hill East, Northeast (Nordeast), North Loop / Warehouse District.
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