Experience lake life in this beautifully updated Orono home with gorgeous views of Lake Minnetonka right across the street! Launch kayaks/paddle boards, go swimming or ice fishing just steps from your front door via a city-maintained lake access strip. North Arm public access 0.6 miles away! Functional updates include a new roof (2023), new vinyl siding (2024), new gutters (2024), and updated kitchen appliances (2021). The bright, open-concept kitchen, dining, and living space maximizes lake views and opens to a brand-new deck (2024)—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Two main-floor bedrooms plus a flexible space with custom barn door offer functional living, along with a spacious full bath featuring a soaker tub. The walk-out lower level includes a family room, ¾ bath, and laundry. Enjoy peace & privacy in the spacious backyard, surrounded by mature trees and wildlife. The oversized 2-stall+ garage offers plenty of room for lake toys, plus two sheds for additional storage. Located in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to all the amenities (restaurants, shopping, downtown, Wayzata, Excelsior, Mound, etc), choice of Orono or Westonka schools, and tons of parks and trails nearby! Welcome home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Gabrielle McCullough• Engel & Volkers Lake Minnetonka
Listed by Tamara Shade• Engel & Volkers Lake Minnetonka
New price @ 275K - WOW! You have to see this home in Orono. It looks like a small cottage from the street, but it has over 1,400 sq. ft. finished, 3 BR, 2 BA, 2 car garage all on .31 acres with many trees. This home is across the street from Lake Minnetonka (West Arm) so you can enjoy the lake views & not have the high taxes. High eff. furnace & new flooring in most of the home (2015). Lots of character. LARGE garage! Great location...shopping, restaurants, the lakes for fun in the sun, and more
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4339087
May 17, 2013
Sold
$165,000
Apr 29, 2013
Listing Removed
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Feb 24, 2013
Listed
$165,000
Public Records
Nov 6, 2006
Sold
$305,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3235901
Oct 12, 2006
Listing Removed
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Jul 16, 2006
Listed
$314,900
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3205629
Jun 1, 2006
Listing Removed
—
May 21, 2006
Listed
$324,900
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1132179
Aug 28, 1995
Sold
$65,000
Jul 27, 1995
Listing Removed
—
Jul 14, 1995
Listed
$67,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,764 (+6.5%)
2025
$3,534 (+2.4%)
2024
$3,453 (+18.1%)
2023
$2,925 (−3.2%)
2022
$3,020 (+2.6%)
2021
$2,943 (−0.6%)
2020
$2,961 (+7.4%)
2019
$2,758 (+1.9%)
2018
$2,707 (+22.2%)
2017
$2,214 (+4.5%)
2015
$2,118 (+4.9%)
2014
$2,020 (−12.4%)
2013
$2,306 (+2.0%)
$84,000 + $114,000
$198,000
2012
$2,261
$84,000 + $126,000
$210,000
Tax history for 4108 Highwood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,764 (+6.5%)
2025
$3,534 (+2.4%)
2024
$3,453 (+18.1%)
2023
$2,925 (−3.2%)
2022
$3,020 (+2.6%)
2021
$2,943 (−0.6%)
2020
$2,961 (+7.4%)
2019
$2,758 (+1.9%)
2018
$2,707 (+22.2%)
2017
$2,214 (+4.5%)
2015
$2,118 (+4.9%)
2014
$2,020 (−12.4%)
2013
$2,306 (+2.0%)
$84,000 + $114,000
$198,000
2012
$2,261
$84,000 + $126,000
$210,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,502
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hennepin County
APN
07 117 23 44 0089
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Mar 18, 2026 • Final
Right-of-way
Replace and repair a deteriorating power pole.
Electrical
Feb 4, 2026 • Final
Residential general building
Remodel
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