Bancroft Minneapolis Real Estate
The Bancroft Neighborhood is located in southern Minneapolis, near the Powderhorn Community. It is bounded by Chicago Avenue, 38th Street East, Cedar Avenue and 42nd Street East. This neighborhood was named in honor of George Bancroft, a famous American historian.
This neighborhood is largely residential, with the blocks of historic houses lined with beautiful trees to provide residents with a picturesque setting. Most of the homes in this area were constructed before World War II.


Bancroft Minneapolis Neighborhood Information
The Bancroft neighborhood of Minneapolis is primarily residential. However, commercial areas can be found on Bloomington Avenue and 38th Street. Bancroft Community School services the neighborhood. Powderhorn Lake and Lake Nokomis are beautiful spots in the area that residents love to visit; they provide numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation.