Step into this character-filled two-story home offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and over 1,500 finished square feet of living space on a spacious quarter-acre lot. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the beautifully updated front porch—perfect for morning coffee, evening conversations, and soaking in the charm of this established neighborhood. Inside, you'll find classic character throughout, along with a unique bonus room that makes the perfect reading nook, dressing room, home office, or private retreat with access to the second-story porch. Outside, enjoy a thoughtfully designed rock garden, plenty of yard space for entertaining or gardening, and your very own hot tub—ready for relaxing after a long day. The hard-to-find 3-car detached garage offers endless possibilities for vehicles, storage, hobbies, or workshop space. Conveniently located near downtown Faribault's shopping, dining, parks, and local amenities, this home offers the perfect blend of charm, functionality, and opportunity. The shared driveway approach provides access while the generous lot gives you room to enjoy outdoor living. Whether you're searching for your first home, a place to grow, or a property where you can add your own personal touches and build equity, this Faribault gem is ready to welcome its next chapter.
Est. $1,572 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 224 3rd Ave SW
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #7087677
Jul 28, 2026
Sold
$255,000
Jul 13, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 22, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 17, 2026
Listed
$249,900
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,482 (+6.5%)
2025
$2,330
2024
$2,330 (+1.6%)
2023
$2,294 (+11.3%)
2022
$2,062 (+10.9%)
2021
$1,860 (+5.2%)
2020
$1,768 (+9.8%)
2019
$1,610 (+10.0%)
2018
$1,464 (+11.2%)
2017
$1,316 (+6.6%)
2015
$1,234 (−2.8%)
2014
$1,270 (+9.1%)
2013
$1,164
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
7 ft.
Lot depth
17 ft.
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
1880
Sq. Ft.
1,534
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rice County
APN
1831301058
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-2
Low Density Residential District
The R-2, Low Density Residential District, is established to provide for an environment of predominantly low density residential uses, including detached and attached single family homes, duplexes, three- and four-unit multi-family dwellings, along with directly related, complementary uses. It is intended that where an R-s, Low Density Residential District directly abuts a zoning district of higher or lower density, a transition from existing uses to new uses be provided. Such transition may be accomplished by a continuation of similar uses to the extent possible given allowable uses within the district, landscape buffering as provided in Chapter 4, or both, as required by the City in conjunction with plan approval.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Concrete, Shared Driveway
Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Sq. Ft.: 864
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 8.5x6
Room Level: Upper
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 12x14
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 13.5x10.5
Room Level: Upper
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Flex Room
Room Dimensions: 5x12
Room Level: Upper
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Foyer
Room Dimensions: 11x12.5
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 12x11.5
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 12x12.5
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 10.5x12
Room Level: Upper
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 12.5x11
Room Level: Upper
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Unfinished
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Boiler
Cooling Information: Window Unit(s)
Interior Features
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stone
Foundation Area: 1,534
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less
Exterior Features
Patio Porch Type: Front Porch
Exterior Features: Vinyl
Fencing: Other
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,534
Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 728
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,534
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.25
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 66.00X165.00
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,422
Tax Year: 2026
Tax With Assessments: $2,482
Financial Information
Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City Water/Connected
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Fuel: Electric
Location
School Information
High School District: Faribault
School District Number: 656
School District Phone: 5073336016
Location Information
Directions: Division St W to 3rd Ave SW, south to property.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,534
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: 1880
County: Rice County
APN: 1831301058
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1534
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 728
Building Area Total: 2262
Foundation Details: Stone
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Roosevelt Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
7/10
Faribault Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
2/10
Faribault Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
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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, 15 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
Faribault, MN • 55021
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Sun exposure
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Faribault. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.7 hrs
4.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$241,000 – $292,000
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