Wake up to shimmering sunrise views and end each day surrounded by the peaceful beauty of Lake Minnetonka. Set on 1.1 acres, one of the bigger lots in Minnetonka Beach, with 150 feet of riprapped shoreline and sandy hard bottom. This exceptional home offers an exceptional blend of luxury, warmth, and lakeside living. Designed for family comforts, memorable gatherings and relaxed everyday moments, the home’s expansive spaces are perfect for hosting, unwinding, and celebrating life’s moments with 2 fireplaces, a wine cellar, sauna, and wet bar. Thoughtful architectural details, from the cross-gable roof with exposed rafter tails, reflects timeless craftsmanship throughout. The home seamlessly marries classic charm with modern comforts, full interior upgrade/update in 2025–26 and fully rebuilt in 2016, down to the studs. Step outside to the gorgeous patio, where manicured grounds lead to the water’s edge, offering unforgettable east-facing lake views. Steps to neighborhood parks and Dakota Trail and not a stop light to downtown Wayzata, Minneapolis and MSP airport. This is a rare opportunity to enjoy privacy, beauty, and legacy living on Lake Minnetonka.
Est. $4,364 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2442 Lafayette Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #7038988
Aug 7, 2026
Sold
$5,087,500
Jun 19, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 15, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 24, 2026
Listed
$5,395,000
Public Records
Jan 14, 2025
Sold
$4,496,500
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6579120
Sep 12, 2024
Sold
$4,496,500
Aug 23, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 13, 2024
Contingent
—
Aug 7, 2024
Listed
$4,650,000
+61
This handsome home on approximately 1.1 acres with roughly 150 feet of lakeshore is perfect for refined entertaining, family lakeside fun, and everything in between. Thoughtfully designed featuring a cross gable roof with exposed rafter tails and strategic metal accents. Crafted with the finest materials; the home was taken down to the studs and meticulously rebuilt in 2016 offering classic charm and modern luxury. Inside you’ll find expansive, public spaces with everything you’d expect; statement fireplaces, wine cellar, sauna, and a wet bar. Relax on the gorgeous patio, take in the stunning grounds, and enjoy the ultimate east facing lakeside setting on World Famous Lake Minnetonka. This is a rare opportunity to own one of the largest lakeside lots in treasured Minnetonka Beach.
Public Records
Jul 20, 2015
Sold
$1,500,000
Public Records
Apr 1, 1987
Sold
$350,000
Public Records
Nov 1, 1983
Sold
$282,950
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$57,377 (+10.6%)
$3,155,100 + $1,431,300
$4,586,400
2025
$51,862 (+6.0%)
$2,929,600 + $1,314,900
$4,244,500
2024
$48,938 (+13.1%)
$2,929,600 + $1,235,400
$4,165,000
2023
$43,254 (+3.1%)
$2,548,000 + $1,092,000
$3,640,000
2022
$41,936 (+2.0%)
$2,105,000 + $1,031,000
$3,136,000
2021
$41,107 (+1.6%)
$2,105,000 + $984,000
$3,089,000
2020
$40,479 (+3.9%)
$1,943,000 + $934,000
$2,877,000
2019
$38,975 (−1.2%)
$1,850,000 + $869,000
$2,719,000
2018
$39,459 (+80.8%)
$1,850,000 + $868,000
$2,718,000
2017
$21,823 (+12.8%)
$1,432,000 + $74,000
$1,506,000
2015
$19,345 (+28.4%)
$1,272,000 + $71,000
$1,343,000
2014
$15,063 (−13.2%)
$931,000 + $65,000
$996,000
2013
$17,356 (−1.5%)
$1,151,000 + $69,000
$1,220,000
2012
$17,622
$1,241,000 + $77,000
$1,318,000
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
1.75
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.14 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
5,476
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hennepin County
APN
15 117 23 31 0062
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Sq. Ft.: 925
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 3
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Description: 3/4 Basement,Double Sink,Bathroom Ensuite,Full Primary,His and Her Closets ,Private Primary,Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Sauna,Separate Tub & Shower,Upper Level 3/4 Bath,Upper Level Full Bath,Walk-In Shower Stall
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Den
Room Dimensions: 12x17
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 10x16
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 29x21
Room Level: Lower
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 19x17
Room Level: Upper
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Dimensions: 11x14
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 15x25
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 20x17
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Office
Room Dimensions: 11x14
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Patio
Room Dimensions: 20x44
Room Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Porch
Room Dimensions: 12x7
Room Level: Main
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 15x10
Room Level: Upper
Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 11x15
Room Level: Upper
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Upper Level
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Daylight/Lookout Windows
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Eat In Kitchen,Living/Dining Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Gas
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Geothermal
Cooling Information: Central Air, Geothermal, Zoned
Interior Features
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer