Tucked into a peaceful, tree-lined setting on .27 acres, this 1928 NE Rochester home has the kind of character and privacy that can be hard to find at this price point. With 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and flexible finished space, there’s a lot to love here whether you’re buying your first home, looking for an investment or simply want a little more space without giving up the convenience of being in town. Inside, you’ll find a comfortable main-level living space and a primary suite with a newly remodeled ensuite bathroom and new carpet in the living room. Kitchen has been updated with stainless steel appliances. Head upstairs and you’ll find a versatile loft that gives you options. Home office, guest space, hobby room or 3rd bedroom possibility. Even better, some of the big-ticket updates are already done with a brand-new A/C, newer roof and 2019 furnace. Outside, mature trees create a private feel with two patio areas and plenty of room to make the yard your own. Just in time for Minnesota bonfire season, with space to gather around the fire this fall, and come spring, start planning the garden you’ve always wanted. And you’re not trading convenience for that extra breathing room. Downtown Rochester and Mayo Clinic are approximately a 10-minute drive away, with Silver Lake, grocery stores, restaurants, parks and everyday essentials all nearby. If you’ve been searching for an affordable Rochester home that isn’t cookie-cutter, this one is worth a look. Character, updates, a wooded setting and room to make it your own, all just minutes from the heart of Rochester.
Northern Heights, located between Elton Hills Drive NW and 55th Street NW, is a residential and park-adjacent Rochester neighborhood with mid-century streetscapes and wooded ravines. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Elton Hills Drive NW corridor near 55th Street NW, where local errands and a steady weekday rhythm cluster around small storefronts and service stops. Housing leans toward ramblers and split-levels with mature trees and generous setbacks. Side streets feed into pocket parks and trail links that frame daily walks and bike loops. A short drive connects to the Douglas State Trail and the Quarry Hill Nature Center for longer outdoor stretches.
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Offer insights
2505 E River Rd NE · $249,900
$253K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $253K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
18 days
The average home goes pending in 21 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.4%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Ceiling fan(s)
Deck
Kitchen window
Main floor primary bedroom
Patio
Panoramic view
Washer/Dryer hookup
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Main floor bedroom
Upper loft (additional sleeping/bonus space)
Lower-level bedroom
Bathrooms
1 full bath
1 three-quarter bath
Full basement bath
Main floor three-quarter bath
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Range
Refrigerator
Kitchen window
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Washer/Dryer hookup
Gas water heater
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Front porch
Patio
Storage shed
Heavy tree coverage
City street frontage
Home design
Residential property
One and one-half levels
Main level primary bedroom
Panoramic view
Parking
Asphalt parking
Construction
Concrete and frame construction
Block foundation
Asphalt roof
Built foundation area of 788 (foundation detail reported)
Utilities
City water (connected)
City sewer (connected)
Natural gas
Electric service with circuit breakers
Other
Above grade finished area reported
Below grade finished area reported
Electricity and solar
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Welcome Home!! Newly remodeled 2 bed/2 bath cozy home with a never ending Large treed backyard. Great location - close to downtown yet very private! It features Steel siding, front deck, new kitchen appliances, kitchen flooring, kitchen cabinets, countertop, new lighting throughout as well as paint and carpet. Closing date of March 20, 2021 or later.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5472245
Mar 20, 2020
Sold
$162,500
$125/sq ft
Mar 6, 2020
Pending
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Feb 27, 2020
Price Changed
$170,500
$131/sq ft
Feb 26, 2020
Relisted
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Feb 17, 2020
Contingent
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Feb 4, 2020
Listed
$173,000
$133/sq ft
+30
Quaint 2 Bedroom 2 bath home. Great central location in the city. Enjoy your fabulous view of the river below or your beautiful yard. Home has steel siding, front deck, side patio, retaining walls, This property has been a rental home for 44 years could be a great income property as well. Don't miss this one!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,828 (+7.4%)
$57,500 + $142,200
$199,700
2025
$2,634 (+10.3%)
$47,800 + $135,500
$183,300
2024
$2,388 (+0.7%)
$50,000 + $136,900
$186,900
2023
$2,372 (+10.5%)
$31,740 + $152,510
$184,250
2022
$2,146 (+12.6%)
$30,681 + $122,284
$152,965
2021
$1,906 (−1.5%)
$35,000 + $103,300
$138,300
2020
$1,936 (+9.6%)
$35,000 + $99,800
$134,800
2019
$1,766 (+10.2%)
$28,000 + $95,600
$123,600
2018
$1,602 (+1.5%)
$28,000 + $83,400
$111,400
2017
$1,578 (+7.1%)
$28,000 + $80,200
$108,200
2015
$1,474 (+0.1%)
$28,000 + $76,900
$104,900
2014
$1,472
$28,000 + $78,500
$106,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1.25
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,194
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,194
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Olmsted County
APN
742611026362
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 9, 2026.
R1
Mixed Single Family District
The R-1 district is intended to maintain and promote areas of low residential density where the emphasis is generally on the development of single-family dwellings of various styles. Uses supportive and in character with low-density residential are permitted. This district also provides opportunities for in-fill development in established areas through the efficient use of the existing housing stock and infrastructure
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Library
Museum / gallery
Death related/funeral home
May 23, 2023 • Active
Residential appliance (furnace or ac) - licensed contractors only
Install a new air conditioning unit.
HVAC
May 23, 2023 • Active
Residential appliance (electricial) - licensed contractors only
Install electrical wiring for an air conditioning unit.
Electrical
Ev charger
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.
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
Rochester, MN • 55906
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10 hrs
4.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 2505 E River Rd NE
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $280,000 and $320,000.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $280K to $320K.