This home's estimate is 61.7% higher than the average sale price ($429K) of 5 comparable homes.
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147 1st St, Excelsior, MN 55331
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Charming one-story home in the heart of historic Excelsior Village, offering a rare opportunity to enjoy Lake Minnetonka living at an approachable price point. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence sits just steps from Water Street, where you can walk to numerous amazing restaurants, shops, Excelsior Commons, Kowalski's grocery, and the regional trail system. The home itself provides a simple, functional layout ideal for a seasonal retreat, summer getaway, or low-maintenance year-round living. Enjoy morning coffee on the porch, evenings at the lake, and the convenience of being close to marinas, parks, and the vibrant downtown scene that defines Excelsior. For those looking to build, the property also presents a prime custom build opportunity. Surrounded by high-end homes and ongoing investment in the area, this lot offers strong long-term potential. Listing agent has conceptual plans available for a new home designed to fit the site. Garage could be added to homesite. Whether you’re looking for a “cabin in the city,” a weekend escape, or a future build site in one of Lake Minnetonka’s most sought-after communities, this property offers flexibility and location that are hard to replicate.
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Est. $2,766 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 147 1st St
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Parking
- Parking Information
- Parking Features: On-Street Parking Only
Interior
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- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 2
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Baths (Total): 1
- Description: Main Floor Full Bath
- Room 1 Information
- Room Type: Deck
- Room Dimensions: 5x12
- Room Level: Main
- Room 2 Information
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Dimensions: 8x8
- Room Level: Main
- Room 3 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions: 9x10
- Room Level: Main
- Room 4 Information
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Dimensions: 8x10
- Room Level: Main
- Room 5 Information
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Dimensions: 10x14
- Room Level: Main
- Room 6 Information
- Room Type: Screened Porch
- Room Dimensions: 9x9
- Room Level: Main
- Room 7 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Dimensions: 9x10
- Room Level: Main
- Laundry Room Information
- Laundry Features: In Basement
- Basement Information
- Has Basement
- Basement Features: Block, Daylight/Lookout Windows
- Dining Room Information
- Dining Room Features: Informal Dining Room
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
- Heating & Cooling
- Heating Information: Forced Air
- Cooling Information: Central Air
- Interior Features
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior
- Building Information
- Construction Materials: Block, Frame
- Foundation Area: 741
- Roof: Asphalt, Pitched
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Wood
- Pool Information
- Pool Features: None
- Property Information
- Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 741
- Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 741
- FractionalOwnershipYN: No
- Property Type: Residential
- Above Grade Finished Area: 741
- Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s),Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Window,Natural Woodwork
- Lot Information
- Lot Features: Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Tree Coverage - Light
- Lot Size Area: 0.12
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Dimensions: 37.5x132x39x132
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $7,463
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax With Assessments: $7,463
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: City Water/Connected
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Fuel: Natural Gas
Location
- School Information
- High School District: Minnetonka
- School District Number: 276
- School District Phone: 9524015000
- Location Information
- Directions: Water Street, to 2nd street, to center street, to first street. Home on right
- Map Coordinate: 117-E3
Public facts
- Beds: 2
- Baths: 1.0
- Sq. Ft.: 741
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1915
- Year Renovated: 1955
- County: Hennepin County
- APN: 27 117 23 44 0005
Other
- Home Information
- Living Area: 741
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Main Level Finished Area: 741
- Building Area Total: 1482
- Foundation Details: Block
- Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
Very good sunlight
SunscoreThere appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Home values near 147 1st St
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
3 Beds | 3 Baths | 4272 Sq. Ft. | $1,343,545 |
3 Beds | 3 Baths | - Sq. Ft. | $1,312,321 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
5 Beds | 2 Baths | - Sq. Ft. | $1,087,625 |
3 Beds | 1 Baths | 816 Sq. Ft. | — |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
- Beds | - Baths | - Sq. Ft. | $389,458 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2316 Sq. Ft. | $568,221 |
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