This home's estimate is 63% higher than the average sale price ($1.08M) of 6 comparable homes.
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156 Lake St, Excelsior, MN 55331
About this home
Embrace a world of possibilities at 156 Lake Street, where the charm of yesteryear meets endless potential on the shores of Lake Minnetonka across from Commons Park. This character-rich home features sun-drenched rooms, high ceilings and rich wood floors. Three large bedrooms, and a spacious third-floor loft is ideal for an office or extra living space. A sprawling porch with panoramic lake views is set behind a privacy hedge, ripe for living or reimagining into your dream home. This unique property presents a rare remodel or rebuild opportunity in the highly sought-after Excelsior area—perfect for crafting your lakefront oasis. Delight in community jewels like sandy beaches, kayaking, biking, shopping, gourmet dining, and vibrant local events steps from your front door. This is more than a home; it's a canvas for your future in a community that celebrates life by the lake. Don't miss the chance to be part of Excelsior living! Garage addition/remodel plans available per request.
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Tax history for 156 Lake St
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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Open
- Garage Dimensions: 0
- Carport Spaces: 0
- Parking Open: 2
Interior
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 4
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Baths (Total): 3
- # of Half Baths (Total): 1
- Description: 3/4 Basement,Full Primary,Private Primary,Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Separate Tub & Shower,Upper Level Full Bath,Jetted Tub,Walk-In Shower Stall
- Room 1 Information
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Dimensions: 17 x 14
- Room Level: Main
- Room 2 Information
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Dimensions: 14 x 13
- Room Level: Main
- Room 3 Information
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Dimensions: 15 x 11
- Room Level: Main
- Room 4 Information
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Dimensions: 10 x 14
- Room Level: Main
- Room 5 Information
- Room Type: Informal Dining Room
- Room Dimensions: 11 x 16
- Room Level: Main
- Room 6 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 1
- Room Dimensions: 15 x 14
- Room Level: Upper
- Room 7 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Dimensions: 13 x 11
- Room Level: Upper
- Room 8 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Dimensions: 13 x 12
- Room Level: Upper
- Room 9 Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Dimensions: 24 x 18
- Room 10 Information
- Room Type: Porch
- Room Dimensions: 30 x 8
- Room Level: Main
- Basement Information
- Has Basement
- Basement Features: Block, Brick/Mortar, Egress Window(s), Full, Partially Finished, Stone/Rock, Walkout
- Dining Room Information
- Dining Room Features: Informal Dining Room,Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Other Rooms Information
- 3 BR on One Level
- Fireplace Information
- # of Fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
- Heating & Cooling
- Heating Information: Forced Air, Wood Stove
- Cooling Information: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
- Interior Features
- Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Informal Dining Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Porch
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Water Osmosis System, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
Exterior
- Building Information
- Construction Materials: Cedar, Shake Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation Area: 1,291
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years, Asphalt, Pitched
- Exterior Features
- Patio Porch Type: Covered,Front Porch,Wrap Around
- Fencing: None
- Pool Information
- Pool Features: None
- Waterfront Information
- Waterfront Features: Lake View
- Water Body Name: Minnetonka
- Waterfront Num: 27013300
- Lake Acres: 14,205
- Lake Classification: General Development
- Lake Depth: 113
- Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: Yes
- Property Information
- Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 2,985
- Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,291
- FractionalOwnershipYN: No
- Property Type: Residential
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Other Structures: Storage Shed
- Above Grade Finished Area: 2,985
- Below Grade Finished Area: 200
- Amenities: Cable,Deck,French Doors,Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Window,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Natural Woodwork,Paneled Doors,Porch,Panoramic View,Satelite Dish,Tile Floors,Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Land Information
- Wooded Area: 0
- Pasture Area: 0
- Cultivated Area: 0
- Lot Information
- Lot Features: Public Transit (w/in 6 blks)
- Lot Size Area: 0.2
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Dimensions: 69 x 130
- Road Frontage Type: City Street, Curbs, Paved Streets, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Storm Sewer
- Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $17,778
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tax With Assessments: $17,778
- Lease / Rent Details
- RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: City Water/Connected
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Fuel: Natural Gas
Location
- School Information
- High School District: Minnetonka
- School District Number: 276
- School District Phone: 952-401-5000
- Location Information
- Directions: Hwy 7 to 2nd street exit in Excelsior. Right at stop - follow to Lake street - home is on the left.
- Map Coordinate: 117-E3
Public facts
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 2.5
- Sq. Ft.: 2,942
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 8,712 square feet
- Style: Other
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Renovated: 1980
- County: Hennepin County
- APN: 27 117 23 44 0029
Other
- Home Information
- Living Area: 3185
- Main Level Finished Area: 1291.0000
- Building Area Total: 4276
- Age Of Property: 155
- Levels: More Than 2 Stories
Around this home
Schools
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
Lifestyle
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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
In this area, properties receive around 10.5 hours in June and 3.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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2 Beds | 1 Baths | 1597 Sq. Ft. | $881,961 |
4 Beds | 4.5 Baths | 3810 Sq. Ft. | $1,800,255 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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5 Beds | 5 Baths | - Sq. Ft. | $3,623,516 |
5 Beds | 7 Baths | - Sq. Ft. | $5,922,794 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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3 Beds | 2 Baths | - Sq. Ft. | $1,787,973 |
4 Beds | 5 Baths | 3236 Sq. Ft. | $1,001,310 |
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