Wonderfully updated Cottage Grove home with huge, fully fenced yard. Close to parks, trails, walking paths with easy driving access to the Twin Cities. This home features a stylish large double vanity bathroom with an oversized air-jet tub, updated kitchen and finished lower level with extra offices space. Desirable layout with three bedrooms on the main level. The owner's room features ClosetMain shelving and plenty of space for a king size bed. Landscaping designed to highlight the best features of the house including patio and a large shed. Updated indoor and outdoor lighting, newer furnace, radon mitigation system, and A/C. This house is a must see, move in ready property.
NICE REMODEL LOCATED ON LARGE FULLY FENCED LOT WITH A LARGE SHED. NEW KITCHEN WITH WHITE CABINETS, GRANITE COUNTER TOPS, AND STAINLESS APPLIANCES. 3 BEDS ON MAIN FLOOR. NEWLY FINISHED LOWER LEVEL WITH FAMILY ROOM, OFFICE, 3/4 CERAMIC BATH, AND VERY LARGE UTILITY AND STORAGE ROOM WITH HIGH EFFICIENCY NEWER WASHER AND DRYER. NEW LIGHTING, DOORS, FLOORING, ELECTRICAL PANEL, PAINT, ETC. ROOF NEW IN 2010. FURNACE CERTIFIED 2016. AGENT OWNED. ALL NECESSARY PERMITS PULLED.
Public Records
Dec 4, 2015
Sold
$130,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,318 (+8.3%)
$109,600 + $213,900
$323,500
2025
$3,986 (−2.9%)
$94,500 + $210,000
$304,500
2024
$4,106 (+5.7%)
$117,800 + $219,700
$337,500
2023
$3,884 (+10.0%)
$107,500 + $205,100
$312,600
2022
$3,532 (+3.2%)
$87,100 + $163,900
$251,000
2021
$3,424 (+2.1%)
$88,000 + $157,800
$245,800
2020
$3,354 (+5.4%)
$79,900 + $152,900
$232,800
2019
$3,182 (+4.8%)
$72,400 + $142,100
$214,500
2018
$3,036 (+55.9%)
$72,400 + $142,100
$214,500
2017
$1,948 (+6.9%)
$68,000 + $132,100
$200,100
2015
$1,822 (+9.0%)
$47,400 + $82,100
$129,500
2014
$1,672 (+3.5%)
$41,100 + $68,300
$109,400
2013
$1,616 (−10.2%)
$45,000 + $83,200
$128,200
2012
$1,800
$54,600 + $70,900
$125,500
Tax history for 8480 Harkness Rd S
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,318 (+8.3%)
$109,600 + $213,900
$323,500
2025
$3,986 (−2.9%)
$94,500 + $210,000
$304,500
2024
$4,106 (+5.7%)
$117,800 + $219,700
$337,500
2023
$3,884 (+10.0%)
$107,500 + $205,100
$312,600
2022
$3,532 (+3.2%)
$87,100 + $163,900
$251,000
2021
$3,424 (+2.1%)
$88,000 + $157,800
$245,800
2020
$3,354 (+5.4%)
$79,900 + $152,900
$232,800
2019
$3,182 (+4.8%)
$72,400 + $142,100
$214,500
2018
$3,036 (+55.9%)
$72,400 + $142,100
$214,500
2017
$1,948 (+6.9%)
$68,000 + $132,100
$200,100
2015
$1,822 (+9.0%)
$47,400 + $82,100
$129,500
2014
$1,672 (+3.5%)
$41,100 + $68,300
$109,400
2013
$1,616 (−10.2%)
$45,000 + $83,200
$128,200
2012
$1,800
$54,600 + $70,900
$125,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
1968
Sq. Ft.
1,650
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washington County
APN
17.027.21.13.0085
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Dimensions: 21x21
Garage Sq. Ft.: 441
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
Description: 3/4 Basement,Main Floor Full Bath
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 19x12
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 9x9
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 11x13
Room Level: Lower
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 9x10
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Dimensions: 9x11
Room Level: Lower
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 6x12
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 11x11
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 10x10
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Finished, Full
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Eat In Kitchen
Other Rooms Information
3 BR on One Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick/Stone, Vinyl Siding
Foundation Area: 976
Exterior Features
Fencing: Chain Link
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Property Information
Total Sq. Ft.: 1,650
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 976
Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 674
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Storage Shed
Above Grade Finished Area: 976
Below Grade Finished Area: 674
Amenities: Patio
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.3
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 88x148
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,424
Tax Year: 2021
Tax With Assessments: $3,424
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City Water/Connected
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Fuel: Natural Gas
Location
School Information
High School District: South Washington County
School District Number: 833
School District Phone: 651-425-6300
Location Information
Directions: East Point Douglas to Heron North to Harkness
Map Coordinate: 137-D4
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,650
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: 1968
County: Washington County
APN: 17.027.21.13.0085
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1650
Main Level Finished Area: 976.0000
Age Of Property: 55
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Hillside Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Cottage Grove Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
6/10
Park Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cottage Grove, MN • 55016
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
3.6 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$364,000 – $441,000
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