Near North is a mixed-use community surrounded by six neighborhoods in the northern part of the city of Minneapolis, MN. The district is located northwest of Downtown Minneapolis which makes it an ideal bedroom community perfect for families looking for a home close to the city center. The neighborhoods that border Near North include Jordan, Hawthorne, North Loop, Sumner-Glenwood, Harrison, and Willard-Hay. The region features various family-friendly amenities such as schools, public parks, and various commercial and retail establishments. Main streets in the area have restaurants, supermarkets, department stores, and cafes where residents can visit regularly. Public parks in Near North such as North Commons Park which is a large public park in the northern part of the district provide a variety of outdoor activities. The park features ball fields, swimming pools, walking trails, a recreation center, a children’s playground, basketball courts, tennis courts, and many more.