Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.
Updated October 23, 2026
Hundred-year-old houses, a park full of musical sculptures and an arts scene that spills onto the sidewalks. Holland is Northeast Minneapolis at its most personal.
Holland sits at the center of the Northeast community of Minneapolis, between 27th Avenue NE and 17th and 19th Avenues NE. It’s named for Josiah G. Holland, a 19th-century educator and editor, as is its elementary school. More than half the homes were built before 1920, mostly two-story wood-frame houses and story-and-a-half bungalows, with some duplexes and fourplexes. Many Eastern European immigrants settled here in the early 1900s.
Here’s an honest look, whether you’re selling or buying.
Parks, food and the arts
Jackson Square Park, about 7 acres, has a basketball court, picnic area, playground, softball field, sand volleyball, a wading pool and seven large, interactive percussion sculptures that anyone can play. See Minneapolis parks and trails.
The neighborhood also has a small commercial area, a Minneapolis library branch and Edison High School, plus local restaurants around Central and Lowry Avenues.
What buyers check before they tour
- Schools: Holland is served by Minneapolis Public Schools, and Edison High School is in the neighborhood. Assignments and boundaries can change, so confirm the assigned schools for any address with the district.
- Older homes: Much of the housing here is a century old or more. Look closely at the foundation, electrical, plumbing, roof and any past updates, and plan a thorough inspection.
- Duplexes and fourplexes: If you’re looking at a multi-unit building to live in, ask about city rental licensing, inspections and existing leases before you write an offer.
A simple plan for your Holland move
I’ve been helping people sell and buy homes across the Twin Cities for about two decades, and I started in the trades. I look at an older home the way a builder would, and I’ll tell you plainly what I see.
Getting the house ready, or making it yours
If you’re selling and want repairs handled before buyers see them, Super Crew Contractors can give you an estimate. If you’re ready for something custom, Ivy Lane Homes does luxury home building and remodeling. And a quick coverage check with Intrinsic Insurance before closing can save you a surprise. Learn more about Minneapolis, its history and community life, or see nearby Logan Park.
Super Crew Contractors, Ivy Lane Homes and Intrinsic Insurance are owned by David Olson; you are free to use any contractor, builder or insurer.
Your next step in Holland
Whether you’re buying your first place in the city or selling a home you’ve loved for years, I’ll help you make a plan that fits.
Please note: I don’t handle rentals or property management. I work with sellers and buyers, and that’s where I can help you most in Holland.
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