Willow Creek vs Northern Heights

Rochester, MN Neighborhood Comparison

Willow Creek's median sale price is $500k, about $155k (45%) more than Northern Heights' $345k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Willow Creek
$500k median
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Neighborhood B
Northern Heights
$345k median
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Willow Creek
Metric
Northern Heights
$500k
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Median Price
$345k
7/10
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School Rating
tie
7/10
Willow Creek
Median Price
100%
School Rating
100%
Northern Heights
Median Price
69%
School Rating
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Willow Creek or Northern Heights more expensive?

Willow Creek has a median home price of $500k and Northern Heights is $345k. Northern Heights is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Willow Creek or Northern Heights?

Willow Creek has a school rating of 7/10 and Northern Heights rates 7/10 (school ratings from Niche/GreatSchools, 1 to 10, by school rather than by street).

Which is more walkable?

Willow Creek has no Walk Score on file. Northern Heights has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.