Crystal City Property Records in Minnesota
Crystal is a first-ring suburb in Hennepin County, and its property records trace the ownership history of mostly mid-century single-family homes.
The Hennepin County Recorder and the Hennepin County Registrar of Titles handle deeds, mortgages and certificates of title, both under the county's Property Records office in Minneapolis, the county seat. The Hennepin County Assessor publishes valuations, and the Hennepin County Taxpayer Services office provides tax statements. The City of Crystal Community Development Department manages permits and rental licensing. Court records for liens and foreclosures are found with the Minnesota Judicial Branch, Fourth Judicial District. Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13 governs public access to these records.
Crystal Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section covers reported crime in Crystal. It shows reported violent crimes, including murder, robbery, and assault, as well as property crimes, including total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft. The figures show how many incidents were reported in each category.
The data lists 1 murder, 11 robberies, and 43 assaults among reported violent crimes. For property crimes, it lists 478 total property crimes, 37 burglaries, and 44 motor vehicle thefts.
These counts give a view of reported crime in each category for Crystal. Users can compare the categories to see which types of reported crime appear most often, although the counts do not show the circumstances of individual incidents.
What Is the Population Profile of Crystal
Crystal's population is majority White, at 66% (15,075 residents). The three largest groups are White (66%, 15,075 residents), Black (14%, 3,154 residents), and Hispanic (10%, 2,197 residents). Two or More Races accounts for 5% of the population (1,127 residents), and Asian residents make up 4% (933 residents).
Crystal, Ratings Compared Across Minnesota 
Crystal's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city, including parks, diversity, and health and fitness. Access to Parks (A), Diversity (A), and Health & Fitness (A-) have the highest ratings. Other notable ratings include Commute (A-), Access to Outdoor Activities (A-), Public Schools (C+), and Weather (C+). Together, the ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.
How Educated Is Crystal
Crystal's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (27%), High School (24%), and Some College (14%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Crystal's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1940 - 1959 (50%), followed by 1960 - 1979 (30%) and 1980 - 1999 (9%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Crystal's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (45%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (22%) and 4 Bedrooms (14%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
Crystal's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 25 - 34 (17%), 35 - 44 (16%), and 65 Plus (15%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at Crystal
Crystal's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $280,500. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,437 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Crystal's dynamic real estate landscape.