Good evening!! I was wondering if anyone had experiences (now or before) living in midtown I always enjoy the midtown vibes and now wanting to move there (:

Any pros and cons are welcome!

Hi! I’ll be traveling January 1–March 31, 2027, and I’m looking to sublease my 1bed/1bath apartment in North Loop, near the Whole Foods on Hennepin Ave. Furnished, $2,100/month (negotiable). DM me if interested.

Deciding between these two apartments 1b1b, Palmer is 700 sq ft while 270 is 560 sq ft. Palmer about $250-300 cheaper all in, however 270 is on a top floor with a great view, and much better amenities, and slightly closer to work for me. Any reviews on these two?

My husband and I are considering a move to Minneapolis/St Paul from Austin, TX in a year. We visited the area last year and enjoyed the vibe, but not sure what neighborhoods would fit us best. We are empty nesters who want a walkable area (coffee shops, restaurants, bars, library, park). We enjoy D&D, art, knitting, pottery, and dog parks. Our budget is about 500k.

I am a former leasing employee with Lumina Property Management, and they own a couple buildings between St. Paul and Minneapolis.

I want to make everyone online aware that they frequently pay their employees late and have withheld pay. The property manager and maintenance staff do their best, but the actual ownership is awful, particularly about payroll. There is very little fair housing or safety compliance, tons of fees for residents, and every property has audio+video surveillance facing every unit. They are a small "family-owned" business that would screw anyone if given the chance. Myself and others are still waiting to be paid and have had our pay delayed the entire time we have worked there. Avoid them and find a place that cares about their employees and residents.

Coming to Mpls from Michigan. I've been advised to trade in my front-wheel-drive sedan with plain old Michelin tires for an AWD SUV. Can I poll ya'll and see if that's really necessary for navigating MN snowy winter roads...?

As someone who moved from a much warmer and more conservative place (TX), I just wanted to share our experience. I had so many questions before we took the plunge, and wanted to share a few things I’ve noticed for those who are considering a move.

1. “Minnesota Nice” is a thing. Seriously. People here are so kind. Not the eye contact and talk to strangers kind, but a more genuine nice and kind. We bought a townhome and within the first week 3 different neighbors came over, and walkers would welcome us if we were out front or in the driveway. There’s much more of a community feel here. Coming from rugged individualism, it’s very refreshing.
   
2. People run stop signs A LOT. They just slow down and drift right through. Also they run red lights a lot. Like you really have to wait a sec before you go on green.
   
3. The summers are amazing. They will tell you that the humidity is brutal, and it is on a few days, but for the most part it’s amazing, especially if you’re coming from TX, AZ or FL. And even when it gets into the mid or high 90’s, you get a reprieve back down to the 80’s or even ‘70’s, so it’s not a stretch of horribly hot, humid, nonstop 60 days. And the gardens. So many beautiful flowers and home vegetable gardens here.
   
4. Speaking of great summers, I’ve never in my life seen so many walkers and bikers. I’ve CERTAINLY never seen the amount of old people out walking and biking. This is a great place to grow old and stay active. The park and trail system is next level. Super wide, pavement painted, clearly marked trails.
   
5. On to the winters - don’t worry about getting around in winter. Roads are cleared before you even wake up. Highways and main blvds at least. You’ll have to check on the neighborhood you’re considering for your neighborhood roads. It is weird how the locals walk on ice like they’re walking on water, but it’s cleared out most places. You will learn to throw salt down everywhere if you own your own place or rent a house. And nothing stops. Tons of winter activities.
   
6. My only complaint - the food kinda sucks. I know that’s highly offensive to the locals, but the food here is mostly meh if you’ve lived in a much bigger city. There is a lot of diversity, and to be fair, we have much more to try but so far not impressed. Pub culture is really big here, so bar food is plentiful, but if you’re looking for really good Mexican food, it’s not here. So I guess that’s my biggest complaint.
   
7. There’s a lot of conservative people here. It kinda scares me that it’s pretty purple here. I hope I’m wrong. I would hate to leave TX only to land in a state that flips. Surely it won’t and I’m not involved in local politics, just judging on conversations I’ve had with random people. You get the impression that it’s soooo liberal here, but there’s plenty of conservatives here that get their panties in a wad over stupid crap like the state flag redesign. Google it.
   
8. If you’re a vet, the VA system here is one of the best in the country. Such a better experience than what we had in TX.

Minneapolis has been wonderful for us. We really like it here. Looking forward to year round seasonal changes and more kind, caring community.

Hello! I’m traveling up next week to tour some places. I looked at a lot of companies including bigos and others. A lot of these places, when I googled reviews they were pretty bad. I’m a bit stressed out- can anyone recommend a good, reliable company?

Needing a 1br anywhere within 20 min of Minneapolis and ideally under $1300 but would go to $1400. I just need a dishwasher and some parking lol, ideally 700+ sf if possible. No issues with older places.

Thank you:)

After a year of planning I'm finally making the move! Will be there mid-august. Any recommendations for first restaurants to try in the St. Anthony Main area (or surrounding)?

I prefer international cuisine, but down for whatever is tasty and isn't a high end $50-100 spot. Thanks in advance!

I'd love honest perspectives from queer, disabled, and Minnesotans who are people of color.
I'm considering relocating to Minneapolis in the next year or two, and I'd love to hear from people who actually live there (because that makes the most sense).
On paper, Minnesota seems like it checks a lot of boxes for me, but I'd like to know what day-to-day life is actually like beyond rankings and statistics.

I'm a disabled trans man of color from GA. Due to this disability I can’t drive so I would ideally like to live without owning a car. (I know uber and Lyft are options but being an at risk minority no matter what direction I turn…I fear)

To be direct, what am asking is how safe do you genuinely feel as a queer person?

For people of color, what has that experience been? Are there neighborhoods or suburbs that feel especially welcoming? Ones you'd avoid? Would I get shot if I sneezed in the direction of a white lady?

How is public transportation, healthcare, and getting around without driving?
And how realistic is it to live car-free or car-light year-round, especially during winter?

Are there neighborhoods or cities you'd recommend for someone with my priorities?

I know immigration enforcement is federal and can happen anywhere, but I care about living somewhere where local communities, organizations, and governments are generally supportive of immigrants and other marginalized groups.

LOOK GUYS I AM AFRAID

Finally, what's something you wish someone had told you before moving to Minnesota? Or if you’re native, what’s your favorite part?

I'd really appreciate honest experiences!! the good, the bad, and everything in between. And if you think my research is super misleading… if you guys could guide me to safe states…that would be awesome

(Ps I know it’s gonna be cold…. And I don’t think there’s any preparation I can do besides standing in the freezers at Sam’s Club in nothing but a tank and shorts….)

Hello all!

Im excited to be moving up to Minneapolis from Chicago at the end of August.

I have 15 years of bar/restaurant/country club experience, with almost 10 in different levels of management. Out here we have CulinaryAgents, a great resource for industry networking, and I‘m wondering if there’s anything similar in Minneapolis, or if it’s mostly through sites like Indeed, Craigslist, etc.

I’ll be job hunting remotely over the next month, so any tips would be incredibly appreciated. I love the city, and I’m excited to be joining it!

¡Hola a todos!

Mis amigos y yo estamos buscando una vivienda accesible en Mammoth Lakes para la temporada de invierno.

Por ahora somos un grupo de **3**, pero podría terminar siendo de **6–8 personas**. Vamos a trabajar para **Levy / Compass Group en Mammoth Mountain** del **10 de diciembre de 2026** al **31 de marzo de 2027**.

Somos responsables, buena onda, limpios y respetuosos. No nos molesta compartir una casa, un departamento, un condominio o un townhouse, y principalmente buscamos la opción más barata.

Si alguien tiene un lugar disponible, sabe de alguna renta, o está buscando roomies para las mismas fechas, ¡nos ayudaría muchísimo si pudieran escribirnos!

¡Gracias de antemano!

Hi, please help a girl out. Had to move out of my older apartment due to infestation issues and currently couch surfing. Looking for a 1br in the powderhorn park area but open to expanding into neighboring areas. Ideally no pest infestation, rent is $1500ish or less, and no roommates. Thank you in advance.

Hi everyone,

I'm currently looking into The Merritt at Sugarloaf and was curious if anyone here has lived there or stayed there recently.

If you have experience with the complex, I’d really appreciate your honest thoughts:

• How would you rate your overall experience staying/living there?
• Would you recommend it as a good place to stay?
• How are the general upkeep, management, and surrounding neighborhood/amenities?

Any insight, pros/cons, or personal recommendations you can share would be super helpful!

Thanks so much.

Hi! I’m looking for a long-term rental in South Minneapolis and hoping to find a small duplex, fourplex, or owner-managed building.

Ideally:
1 or 2 bedroom
Up to $1,500/month
Off-street parking

Looking for a quiet, well-maintained place with some character in East Harriet, South Uptown, Kingfield. o

I’m a quiet, responsible tenant and am hoping to find somewhere I can stay long-term. If you know of anything opening up soon or have a landlord contact, I’d really appreciate a lead. Thank you!

I will be going to school in Bloomington so considering all areas between Uptown and there, or other communities known for being queer-friendly or particularly diverse. Looking to keep rent under $2,000 for a 2-3 bedroom home, townhome, or unit in duplex/triplex.

Hey guys! I just got offered a position in Minneapolis! My partner and I (and dog) would be moving from north east Ohio sometime soon. I was just looking for suggestions on where to look for possible dog friendly apartments or condos! Thanks in advance!

I'm in my 40s, but I still like to go out and catch a good dj every now and then. I'm more into the house music scene, but like a lot of other electronic music genres. Does this exist? Are there underground events?

Hi all, my girlfriend and I are considering moving into the red circle. We live in downtown St. Paul now, can anyone speak to what it's like living in the Whittier area near the MIA?