Where West Second Street is
The West Second Street Historic District is one of the historic districts the City of Hastings has designated. The city's map of designated historic properties shows the district along West Second Street, with house numbers in the 300 and 400 blocks.
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Homes on West Second Street
The city's design guidelines feature the William Thorne House at 319 West Second Street, built in 1859, as an example from this district. The guidelines say pioneer cottages from the 1860s and turn-of-the-century mansions are both part of the city's housing stock.
Design review by the Heritage Preservation Commission applies to properties inside local historic districts, and only to exterior work that needs a building permit. Applications go in by the second Tuesday of each month for review. The city has more than 150 designated heritage preservation sites.
Parks and places nearby
Levee Park, at 20 Ramsey Street on the river, has a picnic shelter, a musical playground and a labyrinth. Along Lock and Dam Road, Jaycee Park has a boat launch and dock, Lake Rebecca Park has a boat launch and fishing pier, and Hastings River Flats has trails.
The Ten-Mile Loop passes Lock and Dam 2 and climbs to a river bluff overlook.
Getting around and schools
Highway 61 crosses the Mississippi at Hastings, and the Ten-Mile Loop trailhead sits under the Highway 61 bridge. The city's transit page lists the DARTS LOOP on Tuesdays and Transit Link dial-a-ride on weekdays.
Homes on West Second Street fall within Hastings Public Schools. The district can confirm the assigned schools for each address.
How we help on West Second Street
We check a home's historic designation, flood map status and permit history before you write an offer. Owners get a value report built from nearby sales and the details of their home.
For more on the city around West Second Street, see our Hastings page. You can also read how buying a home works, ask for a home valuation, or contact us about West Second Street.
Where these West Second Street facts come from
Checked November 2026. These facts come from City of Hastings: Introduction to the Design Guidelines, City of Hastings: Design Guidelines FAQ, City of Hastings: Map of Designated Historic Properties, City of Hastings: Hastings History (Heritage Preservation Commission), City of Hastings: Historic Property Changes, City of Hastings: Parks, City of Hastings: Trails, Hastings Public Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the West Second Street Historic District?
It runs along West Second Street in Hastings, in the 300 and 400 blocks, as shown on the city's map of designated historic properties.
What kinds of homes are on West Second Street?
The district includes historic homes such as the William Thorne House at 319 West Second Street, built in 1859.
What park is near West Second Street?
Levee Park, at 20 Ramsey Street, sits on the river with a picnic shelter and a musical playground.
Which school district serves West Second Street?
Hastings Public Schools. Confirm the assigned schools for the exact address with the district.
How do I check flood zone and property taxes on West Second Street?
Look up the address on FEMA's flood map and in Dakota County's property records. We pull both for you.
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