Renting Is Not a Waste of Money in Minneapolis
The economics of housing have shifted in the past 60 years. In the Twin Cities, at least, renting is now more profitable.
Category: Housing
Musings on a Move From St. Paul to Minneapolis
For a recent college graduate who’s lived on or close to campus for four years, what’s it like to choose your very first home?
Minneapolis’ Natural Upzoning Experiment
The Minneapolis 2040 plan helps fill the “missing middle” housing shortage, and while the new buildings themselves may not be large the numbers add up.
What New Statewide Polling Teaches Us About Housing and Land Use Policy
A survey of registered voters shows that Minnesotans prioritize housing affordability — and support the state Legislature acting on housing and land use policy.
National Links: Nashville Has a Transit Plan
An ancient example of housing density, why aging seniors are now “stuck in place” and high-speed rail for the 2028 Summer Olympics in LA.
Colorful Stories Bubbling Up From Old Breweries
On this ride, prepare to admire St. Paul’s favorite bovine, the odd streets in Victoria Park, and take a tour of a brewery-turned-apartment complex.
Zoning Reform Takes a Positive First Step at the Legislature
The Twin Cities have been on the forefront of pro-housing land use and zoning policy. Will the Minnesota legislature join the movement?
Optimism About Minneapolis for the New Year, and Beyond
No, Minneapolis is not Oslo or Vienna. And it lacks some vibrant traits of Boston and Montreal. But it is forward-looking and embracing progress.
Spreadsheets vs. Intuition: How to Choose a Neighborhood
How do you choose a neighborhood to move to? Ian and Tim took very different approaches; did they both end up in places they like?
National Links: A 30-Year Trap!
The problems of long mortgages, the difficulty of switching from auto-centric development, health neighborhoods in Mayo Clinic’s new campus plan and more in National Links.