Amazing 3.69 acre lot in the heart of Mendota Heights in the Somerset View Addition. Just blocks north of the Somerset Golf Course and Club. Perfect for up to 3 homes. Do not walk land without an appointment. Photo 17 shows parcel A and parcel B. It is parcel A that is for sale.
Development opportunity. Historic Mears Estate (as in Mears Park) in Mendota Heights. Classic 1930's Colonial on 3.74 acre park-like setting. Renovate existing home and retain beautiful estate, or subdivide and build new. Projected 6-8 single-family lots. Conveniently located near DT St. Paul, DT Mpls, MSP and U/M. Executive style home has a wonderful floor plan but is in need of many updates to enjoy today's modern amenities. Additional land may be available. Survey and history of property available upon request. **DO NOT WALK THE PROPERTY WITHOUT A SCHEDULED SHOWING***
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5493430
Aug 25, 2020
Listing Removed
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Mar 6, 2020
Listed
$1,175,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5231850
Dec 31, 2019
Listing Removed
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Aug 13, 2019
Price Changed
$1,285,000
May 24, 2019
Listed
$1,395,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$8,712 (+42.3%)
$776,100 + $2,000
$778,100
2023
$6,122 (−1.1%)
$571,400 + $2,000
$573,400
2022
$6,192 (−16.8%)
$330,100 + $268,400
$598,500
2021
$7,442 (−17.6%)
$314,400 + $379,000
$693,400
2020
$9,030 (+8.4%)
$299,400 + $497,000
$796,400
2019
$8,328 (+5.8%)
$279,700 + $428,600
$708,300
2018
$7,871 (+0.6%)
$266,500 + $429,800
$696,300
2017
$7,823 (−1.9%)
$253,700 + $418,400
$672,100
2015
$7,973 (−0.2%)
$239,400 + $427,700
$667,100
2014
$7,993 (+5.6%)
$232,300 + $422,800
$655,100
2013
$7,567 (+3.7%)
$225,200 + $392,600
$617,800
2012
$7,298
$237,100 + $403,600
$640,700
Tax history for 1170 Dodd Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$8,712 (+42.3%)
$776,100 + $2,000
$778,100
2023
$6,122 (−1.1%)
$571,400 + $2,000
$573,400
2022
$6,192 (−16.8%)
$330,100 + $268,400
$598,500
2021
$7,442 (−17.6%)
$314,400 + $379,000
$693,400
2020
$9,030 (+8.4%)
$299,400 + $497,000
$796,400
2019
$8,328 (+5.8%)
$279,700 + $428,600
$708,300
2018
$7,871 (+0.6%)
$266,500 + $429,800
$696,300
2017
$7,823 (−1.9%)
$253,700 + $418,400
$672,100
2015
$7,973 (−0.2%)
$239,400 + $427,700
$667,100
2014
$7,993 (+5.6%)
$232,300 + $422,800
$655,100
2013
$7,567 (+3.7%)
$225,200 + $392,600
$617,800
2012
$7,298
$237,100 + $403,600
$640,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3.7 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dakota County
APN
277115008062
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Basement
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2025.
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Development Status: Finished Lot(s)
Property Type: Land
Lot Information
Builder Restrict: Open
Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Zero Lot Line
Lot Size Area: 3.69
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: IRREGULAR
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Improvements: Other,Shared Driveway
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,394
Tax Year: 2022
Tax With Assessments: $9,394
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Financial Information
Free and Clear
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Storm Sewer Available, Water Available
Location
School Information
High School District: West St. Paul-Mendota Hts.-Eagan
School District Number: 197
School District Phone: 651-403-7002
Location Information
Directions: Dodd Road to 1170
Map Coordinate: 122-B3
Topography: High Ground,Level,Low Land,Other
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Dakota County
APN: 277115008062
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2025
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Restrictions: Easements
Around this home
Schools
Somerset Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Heritage Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
4/10
Two Rivers High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Historical weather
Mendota Heights, MN • 55118
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.4 hours in
June and 3.6 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.4 hrs
3.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$926,000 – $1.12M
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