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Minnesota Museum of American Art in St. Paul
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Did you know you can visit the Minnesota Museum of American Art for FREE in downtown St. Paul?

Visiting the Minnesota Museum of American Art in downtown St. Paul has been on my list for a while… I couldn’t believe there’s a museum you can visit for FREE and I haven’t been yet! In my defense, it’s still pretty new in it’s current location, but you should really make some time to visit this hidden gem!

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HBG Now Manages Ride Apartments – An Affordable Community in Little Canada, MN
HBG Now Manages Ride Apartments – An Affordable Community in Little Canada, MN

We’re excited to announce that HBG now manages Ride Apartments, opening May 2026. Located in the heart of Little Canada, Ride offers affordable 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartment homes paired with an impressive collection of modern amenities designed for comfortable, connected living.

Located at 2550 Rice St, Little Canada, MN 55113.

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HBG Now Manages Satori Apartments – A Multi-Family Community in Minneapolis
HBG Now Manages Satori Apartments – A Multi-Family Community in Minneapolis

We’re excited to announce that HBG now manages Satori Apartments, one of Minneapolis' newest apartments, designed for comfort, convenience, and connection. Featuring modern apartment homes with a variety of floor plans and standout amenities like a sundeck, recreation room, and outdoor grilling areas, Satori offers the perfect blend of relaxation and community living.

Located at 835 W Broadway, Minneapolis, MN 55411.

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HBG now manages The Bouldering Project – a new rock climbing gym in St Paul
HBG now manages The Bouldering Project – a new rock climbing gym in St Paul

The Bouldering Project is the newest addition to the Farwell on Water riverside creative community. The commercial space features world-class bouldering terrain, a spacious open fitness area, a heated yoga studio, and tons of natural light throughout the gym.

Located at 42 W Water St, St Paul, MN 55107.

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HBG's First Annual AIR Awards

Halverson and Blaiser Group is proud to announce our first annual AIR Awards. AIR represents HBG’s core values: driven by ACCOUNTABILITY; INVESTED in people; and built on REPUTATION.

Congratulations to Sabrina Keefe and Stevi Dilworth for demonstrating outstanding dedication and excellence in upholding our core values. You have done an amazing job this year!

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HBG Now Manages Jordan Valley Townhomes – An Affordable Community in Jordan, MN
HBG Now Manages Jordan Valley Townhomes – An Affordable Community in Jordan, MN

Jordan Valley Townhomes offers 44 income-qualified, one- and two-bedroom apartments in the heart of Jordan, MN. Residents enjoy amenities like attached garages, in-unit washer/dryer, walk-in closets, and spacious layouts.

Located at 375 Augusta Ct, Jordan, MN 55352.

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Affordable housing was designed to blend in with Union Park area
My Villager
Affordable housing was designed to blend in with Union Park area
My Villager

After years of planning and construction, the Marshall Avenue Flats have opened and are welcoming residents to the development’s 98 units of affordable housing.

Dean Cummings, a Union Park District Council (UPDC) board member, said he and fellow members were intrigued by a development that is entirely affordable housing going up in “probably one of the most unaffordable places to live in the city.” Located at 1606 Marshall Ave., the building is within sight of Vintage on Selby, where monthly rents for a one-bedroom apartment can top $3,300 per month. One-bedroom units listed on the Marshall Avenue Flats website, marshallavenueflats.com, start at about $1,400 per month…

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Soapy Toads Debuts New Store in Saint Paul's Historic Pioneer Endicott Building
Hoodline Minneapolis
Soapy Toads Debuts New Store in Saint Paul's Historic Pioneer Endicott Building
Hoodline Minneapolis

The retail landscape of downtown Saint Paul received a fresh boost with the opening of the new Soapy Toads store. Located in the historic Pioneer Endicott Building, the grand opening of the larger store took place on July 25 at 10:00 a.m. […]

During the launch, attendees experienced firsthand the uniqueness of the Soapy Toads brand, which has become known for its handcrafted soaps and eco-friendly products. This expansion reflects a wider trend of small business growth within the city, signaling a positive economic turn…

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HBG Now Managing the Commerce Building – A Historic and Affordable Community in Downtown St. Paul
HBG Now Managing the Commerce Building – A Historic and Affordable Community in Downtown St. Paul

The Commerce Building offers 100 income-qualified one- and two-bedroom apartments in the heart of downtown St. Paul. Residents enjoy amenities like a fitness center, theater, and community room—all within a building rich in historic charm.

Located at 10 4th St E, St. Paul, MN 55101.

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HBG now manages Tralee Terrace Apartments – an affordable apartment in Coon Rapids
HBG now manages Tralee Terrace Apartments – an affordable apartment in Coon Rapids

Located in Anoka County, Tralee Terrace features 68 income qualified units. The apartments feature 1, 2, and 3 bedroom layouts with a great set of amenities including a community room, basketball court, and fitness center.

Tralee Terrace is located at 9900 Redwood St NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433.

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HBG now manages Woodland Park Apartments – an affordable apartment in Anoka
HBG now manages Woodland Park Apartments – an affordable apartment in Anoka

Located in Anoka County, Woodland Park features 90 income qualified units. The apartments feature 1, 2, and 3 bedroom layouts with a great set of amenities including a community room, basketball court, volleyball court and fitness center.

Woodland Park is located at 2614 Cutters Grove Ave, Anoka, MN 55303.

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Just Sold: Oakdale apartments draw $12.1 million
Finance & Commerce
Just Sold: Oakdale apartments draw $12.1 million
Finance & Commerce

An entity related to Shakopee-based Nationwide Housing Corp. has sold the 175-unit Century Oaks apartments in Oakdale to a private investment partnership for $12.1 million...

...“It had plenty of interest,” Budish said of the affordable apartments, which had low-income housing tax credits expiring.

Bloomington-based Halverson and Blaiser Group Ltd. is managing the property.

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HBG now manages Century Oaks – an affordable apartment in Oakdale
HBG now manages Century Oaks – an affordable apartment in Oakdale

Located in Oakdale, Century Oaks features 175 income qualified units. The apartment offers studio, 1 and 2 bedroom layouts. Residents enjoy top-notch amenities, pet-friendly policies, lush green spaces, and affordable rents, all just minutes from local parks, shopping, and dining.

Century Oaks is located at 1213 Gentry Ave N, Oakdale, MN 55128.

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Pioneer Press
Downtown St. Paul’s historic Commerce Building sold, but apartments will retain ‘affordable’ designation
Pioneer Press

In downtown St. Paul, PAK Properties and the Halverson and Blaiser Group plan to purchase the historic Commerce Building at Fourth and Wabasha streets from an affordable housing provider, in a deal that relies on the city forgiving more than $1.22 million in unpaid municipal loans.

As a result, rents will likely increase, though they’ll remain within the technical definition of affordable housing.

“I’m strongly in support of this project,” said St. Paul City Council President Rebecca Noecker, during a recent public hearing on the project…

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HBG now manages Lakefield Apartments – a new affordable apartment in Uptown, Minneapolis.
HBG now manages Lakefield Apartments – a new affordable apartment in Uptown, Minneapolis.

Lakefield is Uptown's newest property and features 110 income qualified apartments. The project offers studio, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments, perfect for families of all sizes. Lakefield opens September 2025.

Located at 550 West Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55408.

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HBG now manages Forty Forty Flats – a new affordable 55+ apartment in Edina
HBG now manages Forty Forty Flats – a new affordable 55+ apartment in Edina

Located in Edina, Forty Forty Flats features 118 income qualified 55+ units. The apartment offers studio, 1 and 2 bedroom layouts. The thoughtfully designed community offers seniors an independent lifestyle with high-quality amenities at an attainable price. With beautifully appointed apartments, engaging common spaces, and a vibrant neighborhood, Forty-Forty Flats is the perfect place to call home.

Forty Forty Flats is located at 4040 W 70th St, Edina, MN 55435.

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Minnesota Museum of American Art in St. Paul

Did you know you can visit the Minnesota Museum of American Art for FREE in downtown St. Paul?

Visiting the Minnesota Museum of American Art in downtown St. Paul has been on my list for a while… I couldn’t believe there’s a museum you can visit for FREE and I haven’t been yet! In my defense, it’s still pretty new in it’s current location, but you should really make some time to visit this hidden gem!

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