Set on 1.26 beautifully landscaped acres, this distinctive 2-story home offers an inviting blend of architectural character, spacious interiors, and exceptional spaces for gathering & entertaining. A circular driveway leads to a welcoming covered front porch, while an elegant arched passageway with wrought-iron gates opens to a private courtyard and garage area. Inside, a dramatic 2-story Foyer with a gracefully curved staircase creates a memorable first impression. The thoughtfully designed main level features a formal Dining Room, an inviting Living Room with wood-burning fireplace and custom built-ins, and a versatile Office or sitting room with built-ins and French doors connecting to the Living Room. The spacious gourmet Kitchen features abundant cabinetry, granite countertops, a center island with cooktop, breakfast bar, and separate pantry. Filled with natural light, the informal Dining Area features skylights and expansive glass doors opening to a newer, maintenance-free Deck, creating a seamless connection between indoor & outdoor entertaining. Just beyond the Living Room, a delightful Sunroom surrounded by windows offers another welcoming gathering space, perfect for relaxing or enjoying the changing seasons. Main level Laundry adds convenience. Upstairs, four Bedrooms include a generous Primary Suite with two walk-in closets, a spa-inspired Bath featuring dual vanities, jetted tub, and separate shower, plus an attached Bonus Room ideal for a private retreat, exercise area, or additional office. The finished Lower Level offers exceptional entertaining space with a Family Room featuring a gas fireplace and built-ins, a Recreation Room with wet bar, and a 5th Bedroom with access to a 3/4 Bath. Additional highlights include surround sound throughout, two furnaces and two A/C units, a 2-car attached Garage with floor drain and lower-level access, plus a detached 1-stall heated Garage with floor drain and hot & cold water. From its distinctive gated courtyard to its light-filled living spaces and expansive acreage, this exceptional home offers a wonderful setting for both everyday living and memorable gatherings. Within MV Schools!
Arden Hills-Shoreview, located between Interstate 694 and Interstate 35W, is a lakeside and suburban Shoreview neighborhood with wooded shorelines and a campus-like street grid. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Lexington Avenue & County Road E corridor, where low-slung retail, local eateries, and everyday services line wide sidewalks and parking courts. Housing leans toward mid-century ramblers, split-levels, and newer townhome pockets set among mature trees. Shoreview Community Center and the adjacent trails set an active, all-seasons rhythm. Island Lake County Park and Snail Lake Regional Park frame the area with boardwalks, beaches, and long loops for walking or cycling. Community pillars include the Shoreview Community Center, the Twin Cities German Immersion School, and the historic Mounds View area tied to the former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant site.
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Market insights
21 Raven Rd · $1,038,000
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
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SALE-TO-LIST
100.0%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,038,000
Median sale price in this area is $349,278. (66% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Central vacuum
Ceiling fans
Kitchen center island
Local area network
Primary bedroom walk-in closet
Walk-in closet
Skylight
Wet bar
Sun room
Hardwood floors
Two fireplaces, one gas and one wood-burning
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms: 4 on the upper level and 1 on the lower level
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms, 1 three-quarter bathroom, and 1 half bathroom
Primary ensuite with double sink, separate tub and shower, and walk-in shower
Jetted tub
Walk-through bathroom
Kitchen
Cooktop
Dishwasher
Disposal
Double oven
Microwave
Refrigerator
Stainless steel appliances
Wall oven
Breakfast bar
Laundry & utility
Main-level laundry room with sink
Washer
Gas water heater
Owned water softener
Flooring
Hardwood floors
Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating
Central air conditioning
Electronic air filter
Exterior features
Composite deck
Covered deck
Front porch
Shared waterfront access with dock
In-ground sprinkler system
Home design
Two levels
Parking
Attached three-car garage with asphalt and concrete surfaces, floor drain, and heated, insulated garages
Security
Security system
Construction
Stone exterior
Asphalt roof
Block foundation
Utilities
Private well
Private sewer
Natural gas
HOA & community
Association amenities include beach access, dock, tennis courts, trails, community room, and play area
Association fee includes beach access, dock, professional management, recreation facility, and shared amenities
Electricity and solar
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