Step into this stunning rambler located in the popular Shepherd Hills neighborhood! Well maintained and cared for, this home offers three bedrooms on the main floor with incredible custom wood work throughout, large living spaces on the main and lower level, and a large working station in the basement that leads you outside to the huge half acre wooded backyard. Unique architecture inspired by Louis Sullivan flows throughout the home giving you the feeling of a true one of a kind masterpiece. Located near Girard Lake Park and Haeg park, this location offers plenty of trails, parks, shopping and entertainment. Come see this one-of-a-kind home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
0.47 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ilya Zderchuk• Lakes Sotheby's International
Spacious second-owner rambler w great floor plan and TONS of updates! Main level has HW floors and unique architecture. Newer deck overlooks LARGE, private wooded yard. Updates include 2 large bathrooms, roof, mechanicals, paver-patio, concrete driveway/walkway & much more. Steps to Girard Park. Great accessibility to 35W, 494 & 100. Minutes from shops on France Ave, MOA & Airport. Owner is agent.
Public Records
Aug 8, 2012
Sold
$225,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4139004
Jun 25, 2012
Sold
$225,000
May 10, 2012
Listing Removed
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Apr 6, 2012
Listed
$234,900
+13
Unusually large, heavily wooded lot in Shepherd Hills. Sharp floor plan with updated kitchen. Living room updates feature vaulted ceiling & recessed lighting. Hardwood floors on main level, new deck overlooking wooded, private back yard.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,671 (+1.1%)
2025
$4,618 (+4.3%)
2024
$4,429 (+4.6%)
2023
$4,233 (+5.7%)
2022
$4,005 (+7.8%)
2021
$3,714 (−2.9%)
2020
$3,825 (+10.2%)
2019
$3,469 (+2.1%)
2018
$3,399 (+4.2%)
2017
$3,262 (+0.2%)
2015
$3,254 (+8.2%)
2014
$3,009 (−0.3%)
2013
$3,018 (−0.2%)
2012
$3,025
Tax history for 8545 Zenith Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,671 (+1.1%)
2025
$4,618 (+4.3%)
2024
$4,429 (+4.6%)
2023
$4,233 (+5.7%)
2022
$4,005 (+7.8%)
2021
$3,714 (−2.9%)
2020
$3,825 (+10.2%)
2019
$3,469 (+2.1%)
2018
$3,399 (+4.2%)
2017
$3,262 (+0.2%)
2015
$3,254 (+8.2%)
2014
$3,009 (−0.3%)
2013
$3,018 (−0.2%)
2012
$3,025
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
66 ft.
Lot depth
188 ft.
Lot size
0.47 Acres
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
2,303
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hennepin County
APN
05 027 24 34 0034
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential District
The Single-Family Residential R-1 District is intended to: Serve as the core zoning district for single-family residential uses; Allow compatible non-single family residential and institutional uses; and Protect natural resources and ensure compatible redevelopment through appropriate development standards.
Lot Features: Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Lot Size Area: 0.47
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 33x33x188x68x106x164
Road Frontage Type: City Street, Curbs, Paved Streets, Street Lights
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,618
Tax Year: 2025
Tax With Assessments: $4,618
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City Water/Connected
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Power Company Name: Xcel Energy
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Fuel: Natural Gas
Location
School Information
High School District: Bloomington
School District Number: 271
School District Phone: 9526816400
Location Information
Directions: From 494 & France Exit; South on France Avenue, East on 84th Street, South on Zenith Road, property on left hand side of road, at top of the hill.
Map Coordinate: 134-B3
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,303
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.47 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Hennepin County
APN: 05 027 24 34 0034
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2104
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 1153
Building Area Total: 2205
Foundation Details: Block
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Washburn Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
Oak Grove Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
6/10
Kennedy Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.7mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Bloomington, MN • 55431
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$425,000 – $515,000
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