WINTERTREE | A timeless estate designed by Frank Lloyd Wright’s head draftsman, John Howe, on 2.3 private park-like acres with 235 feet of incredible southwest facing Lake Minnetonka shoreline. Reimagined while preserving the architectural integrity and situated near water’s edge, each room provides commanding views over North Arm Bay. The sun-drenched one-and-a-half story living room showcases a massive stone fireplace, beautiful built-ins and walls of glass opening to the large terrace ideal for outdoor entertaining. Stunning kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, Cambria countertops and an excellent bar area. Dramatic owner’s suite accessed from a breezeway with artful ceilings and a private patio. Two additional bedrooms, studio/den and a spacious laundry room are on the opposite end of the home. The property also features a guesthouse with a bathroom, detached two-car garage with a carport, new rip-rap shoreline, expansive lakeside deck and breathtaking gardens. Orono schools.
220ft of prime West facing lakeshore on Lk Mtka's North Arm Bay is the setting of this stunning John Howe designed home.Amazing views from almost every window. Private tranquil retreat w spectacular gardens, sprawling lawn on 2+ acres. Guest House w/Bath.
Public Records
Nov 1, 1987
Sold
$535,000
Public Records
Jun 1, 1986
Sold
$404,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$42,193 (+4.7%)
$3,415,200 + $249,500
$3,664,700
2025
$40,282 (−2.6%)
$3,104,600 + $372,200
$3,476,800
2024
$41,376 (+1.2%)
$3,104,600 + $598,000
$3,702,600
2023
$40,894 (+15.4%)
$2,957,000 + $640,000
$3,597,000
2022
$35,425 (+3.0%)
$2,275,000 + $535,000
$2,810,000
2021
$34,391 (+4.0%)
$2,208,000 + $531,000
$2,739,000
2020
$33,079 (+14.6%)
$2,008,000 + $519,000
$2,527,000
2019
$28,856 (+3.1%)
$1,690,000 + $491,000
$2,181,000
2018
$27,996 (+10.7%)
$1,690,000 + $367,000
$2,057,000
2017
$25,288 (−2.8%)
$1,690,000 + $159,000
$1,849,000
2015
$26,022 (−1.9%)
$1,690,000 + $157,000
$1,847,000
2014
$26,514 (+3.6%)
$1,660,000 + $227,000
$1,887,000
2013
$25,599 (−11.5%)
$1,660,000 + $240,000
$1,900,000
2012
$28,937
$2,020,000 + $242,000
$2,262,000
Tax history for 755 Tonkawa Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$42,193 (+4.7%)
$3,415,200 + $249,500
$3,664,700
2025
$40,282 (−2.6%)
$3,104,600 + $372,200
$3,476,800
2024
$41,376 (+1.2%)
$3,104,600 + $598,000
$3,702,600
2023
$40,894 (+15.4%)
$2,957,000 + $640,000
$3,597,000
2022
$35,425 (+3.0%)
$2,275,000 + $535,000
$2,810,000
2021
$34,391 (+4.0%)
$2,208,000 + $531,000
$2,739,000
2020
$33,079 (+14.6%)
$2,008,000 + $519,000
$2,527,000
2019
$28,856 (+3.1%)
$1,690,000 + $491,000
$2,181,000
2018
$27,996 (+10.7%)
$1,690,000 + $367,000
$2,057,000
2017
$25,288 (−2.8%)
$1,690,000 + $159,000
$1,849,000
2015
$26,022 (−1.9%)
$1,690,000 + $157,000
$1,847,000
2014
$26,514 (+3.6%)
$1,660,000 + $227,000
$1,887,000
2013
$25,599 (−11.5%)
$1,660,000 + $240,000
$1,900,000
2012
$28,937
$2,020,000 + $242,000
$2,262,000
*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
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
420 ft.
Lot size
2.29 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
3,491
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hennepin County
APN
05 117 23 33 0003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 17, 2026.
Jan 14, 2027 • Active
Residential accessory structure building
Work on a sauna.
ADU
Dec 24, 2026 • Active
Mechanical
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Directions: Use GPS. Please Note - Tonkawa Road is not accessible from the south via North Shore Drive due to bridge construction. Take Bayside Road to South on Tonkawa Road.
Map Coordinate: 103-B3
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,491
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Hennepin County
APN: 05 117 23 33 0003
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 17, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 3831
Main Level Finished Area: 3831.0000
Building Area Total: 3831
Age Of Property: 60
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Orono Intermediate Elementary School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
Orono Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
Orono Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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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 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
Orono, MN • 55356
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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
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Estimated sale price
$4.15M – $5.03M
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