Amazing Craftsmen Bungalow located directly across the street from Lake Minnetonka situated amongst $3M to $70M+ lakefront homes within eyesight of this darling property. Lake access is ultra-convenient with 2 fire-lane accesses allow you to simply walk across the street and down a few houses to fish, swim, kayak and canoe. Howard's Point Marina & Minnewashta Elementary are each just 1+ mile away so conveniently walk or bike to them. Inside, you'll find a one-of-a-kind professionally remodeled charmer designed by Quigley Architects that's laden with warmth and character. Gigantic 1084 SF garage & 54 deep tandem for boats/trailers + finished office upstairs overlooking the lake. Cedar shake exterior with white trim and exposed truss-system. Owners suite with Juliet balcony, California closets, and stunning Carrara marble bath and shower surround. Awesome screened porch and ultra private wooded backyard. TOO many features to fit into this description..see supplement for add'l info :)
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$270Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Donavon DesMarais• Keller Williams Premier Realty Lake Minnetonka
Amazing Craftsmen Bungalow across the street from Lake Minnetonka. Total remodel inside and out, designed by Quigley Architects! Contractor's own home built with extra details and quality, plus a gigantic 1176 SF garage with unfinished 2nd floor. Owner's suite with Juliet balcony, California closets, and a stunning new Carrara marble bath. Awesome screened porch and paver patio, main floor bedroom suite, mudroom, and 2nd floor laundry. Bike to the beach or marina. Prepare to fall in love!
Public Records
Feb 18, 1992
Sold
$81,000
$18/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,852 (+17.5%)
$297,600 + $615,500
$913,100
2025
$10,088 (+16.6%)
$192,000 + $613,900
$805,900
2024
$8,654 (+4.9%)
$173,500 + $557,200
$730,700
2023
$8,254 (+7.9%)
$166,000 + $526,000
$692,000
2022
$7,652 (−2.1%)
$142,000 + $443,000
$585,000
2021
$7,814 (−0.9%)
$154,000 + $437,000
$591,000
2020
$7,881 (+7.7%)
$154,000 + $417,000
$571,000
2019
$7,319 (+30.1%)
$135,000 + $398,000
$533,000
2018
$5,625 (+0.8%)
$117,000 + $298,000
$415,000
2017
$5,583 (−1.0%)
2015
$5,638 (+5.6%)
2014
$5,339 (−3.9%)
2013
$5,557 (−1.5%)
2012
$5,642
$149,000 + $269,000
$418,000
Tax history for 26175 Birch Bluff Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,852 (+17.5%)
$297,600 + $615,500
$913,100
2025
$10,088 (+16.6%)
$192,000 + $613,900
$805,900
2024
$8,654 (+4.9%)
$173,500 + $557,200
$730,700
2023
$8,254 (+7.9%)
$166,000 + $526,000
$692,000
2022
$7,652 (−2.1%)
$142,000 + $443,000
$585,000
2021
$7,814 (−0.9%)
$154,000 + $437,000
$591,000
2020
$7,881 (+7.7%)
$154,000 + $417,000
$571,000
2019
$7,319 (+30.1%)
$135,000 + $398,000
$533,000
2018
$5,625 (+0.8%)
$117,000 + $298,000
$415,000
2017
$5,583 (−1.0%)
2015
$5,638 (+5.6%)
2014
$5,339 (−3.9%)
2013
$5,557 (−1.5%)
2012
$5,642
$149,000 + $269,000
$418,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Room Type: Living Room, Family Room, Dining Room, Screened Porch, Bedroom 4, Foyer, Mud Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Primary Bathroom, Play Room, Bedroom 5, Storage
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Water Filtration System, Water Osmosis System, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Cedar, Shake Siding
Foundation Area: 1,723
Roof: Age Over 8 Years, Asphalt, Pitched
Exterior Features
Patio Porch Type: Patio,Screened
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: Lake View
Water Body Name: Minnetonka
Waterfront Num: 27013300
Lake Acres: 14,205
Lake Classification: General Development
Lake Depth: 113
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 3,658
Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,723
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,592
Below Grade Finished Area: 850
Lot Information
Lot Features: Underground Utilities
Lot Size Area: 0.46
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 97(f)x215
Road Frontage Type: City Street, Paved Streets
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,254
Tax Year: 2023
Tax With Assessments: $8,254
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Fuel: Natural Gas
Location
School Information
High School District: Minnetonka
School District Number: 276
School District Phone: 952-401-5000
Location Information
Directions: Smithtown Rd to Grant Lorenz (north) to stop sign at Wildrose Lane (go left/north), continue north around 90 degree corner to the east and house is the 4th house on the south from the corner
Map Coordinate: 117-C3
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,442
Stories: 1.5
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.46 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Hennepin County
APN: 29 117 23 43 0031
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Waterfront
Home facts updated by owner on Oct 16, 2024
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 4442
Main Level Finished Area: 1723.0000
Building Area Total: 5381
Age Of Property: 125
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Minnewashta Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
9/10
Minnetonka West Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
9/10
Minnetonka Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi
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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Shorewood, MN • 55331
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.14M – $1.38M
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