Rare opportunity to build a new home on one of the best available lots in the coveted Heart of Excelsior or buy and hold as an investment. This prime wide open corner lot offers expansive unobstructed views across Excelsior Commons Park with Lake Minnetonka just a few steps away and right outside the door of your future home. Enjoy all the public amenities and zero HOA fees including 2 swimming beaches, playground, tennis courts, basketball, baseball, kayaking, grilling, fishing, fireworks on the 4th, or just relax by the open firepits and relish live music at the park bandshell, plus much more. All this and located within the award-winning Minnetonka Schools and Excelsior Elementary, walking distance to historic Water Street boasting numerous shops and fine dining experiences, easy access to Lake Minnetonka LRT Reginal Trail system. In addition, Excelsior residents are eligible for boat slips or sailboat mooring buoys via the city dock program waiting list. Note the previous home has already been demolished and removed from the site saving you substantial $$$ in demolition costs. Open to any builder. Do not delay!
This classic corner Excelsior lot has views of Lake Minnetonka and the park. Walking distance to Downtown Excelsior. Build must be same approximate footprint (1100 fsf first level) as previous home that was torn down this fall. Preliminary 'no construction' plans available to interested and serious prospects only that been pre-approved by the city.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6140411
Jan 10, 2023
Listing Removed
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Nov 18, 2022
Price Changed
$575,000
Jan 7, 2022
Listed
$599,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6102280
Jan 5, 2022
Listing Removed
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Sep 18, 2021
Listed
$599,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5714746
Aug 19, 2021
Listing Removed
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Feb 19, 2021
Listed
$650,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5618211
Oct 2, 2020
Listing Removed
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Jul 2, 2020
Listed
$550,000
Public Records
Nov 8, 2019
Sold
$500,000
Public Records
Feb 8, 2018
Sold
$375,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,943 (+5.1%)
$543,700
2025
$7,561 (−1.0%)
$531,600
2024
$7,635 (+36.1%)
$554,000
2023
$5,608 (−8.8%)
$471,000 + $1,000
$472,000
2022
$6,150 (+19.4%)
$471,000 + $1,000
$472,000
2021
$5,152 (−0.7%)
$388,000 + $8,000
$396,000
2020
$5,186 (+66.5%)
$374,000 + $12,000
$386,000
2019
$3,115 (−28.6%)
2018
$4,364 (+18.5%)
2017
$3,684 (+75.0%)
2015
$2,105 (+103.4%)
2014
$1,035 (+19.3%)
2013
$868 (−29.9%)
2012
$1,238
Tax history for 88 1st St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,943 (+5.1%)
$543,700
2025
$7,561 (−1.0%)
$531,600
2024
$7,635 (+36.1%)
$554,000
2023
$5,608 (−8.8%)
$471,000 + $1,000
$472,000
2022
$6,150 (+19.4%)
$471,000 + $1,000
$472,000
2021
$5,152 (−0.7%)
$388,000 + $8,000
$396,000
2020
$5,186 (+66.5%)
$374,000 + $12,000
$386,000
2019
$3,115 (−28.6%)
2018
$4,364 (+18.5%)
2017
$3,684 (+75.0%)
2015
$2,105 (+103.4%)
2014
$1,035 (+19.3%)
2013
$868 (−29.9%)
2012
$1,238
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1.75
Lot width
58 ft.
Lot depth
66 ft.
Lot size
4,356 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1918
Sq. Ft.
1,141
Year built
1893
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hennepin County
APN
27 117 23 43 0022
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: Lake View, Other
Waterfront Feet: 0
Property Information
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Development Status: Finished Lot(s)
Property Type: Land
Land Information
Program Acres Total: 0
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 4,356
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Dimensions: irregular
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Improvements: Paved Streets,Public Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,561
Tax Year: 2025
Tax With Assessments: $7,561
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available, Other Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
High School District: Minnetonka
School District Number: 1246
School District Phone: 9524015000
Location Information
Directions: On the corner of West Lake Street and 1st Street. Across from Excelsior Park north of town.
Map Coordinate: 117-E3
Topography: Level
Community Information
Development Amenity Type: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,141
Stories: 1.75
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1893
Year Renovated: 1918
County: Hennepin County
APN: 27 117 23 43 0022
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Restrictions: Open
Home Information
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Around this home
Schools
Excelsior Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Minnetonka West Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
9/10
Minnetonka Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 98° expected this year, 14 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, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Excelsior, MN • 55331
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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.
10.5 hrs
3.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$567,000 – $687,000
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