Very Quiet, Rare Minnetonka beach cottage. Walk to the Dakota Trail, Right across from 9th Fairway of Lafayette Club. Bedrooms and two baths. 3 car garage. The home is charming and totally livable, though a lot of value is in the land as well. Dock available through the city. Award winning Orono schools. This is a perfect second home in MN, as well as year-round. Hurry to make this yours!
Charming cottage in Minnetonka Beach! Steps to the Lafayette Country Club, Dakota Bike Trail, and Lake Minnetonka. Turn of the century home featuring custom built-ins, hardwood floors, sun-filled living spaces, a cozy family room with a wood-burning stove, and a porch overlooking the 9th fairway of the golf course. This is a truly unique location with the potential to update or build new. Steps to the Dakota Bike Trail and Lafayette Club’s tennis, pool, and golf facilities. Dock available through the city. Award-winning Orono Schools.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,193 (+10.4%)
$510,900 + $218,600
$729,500
2025
$7,420 (+18.4%)
$460,000 + $220,700
$680,700
2024
$6,265 (+18.8%)
$389,600 + $218,200
$607,800
2023
$5,272 (+8.2%)
$320,000 + $198,000
$518,000
2022
$4,874 (+1.4%)
$267,000 + $161,000
$428,000
2021
$4,807 (+3.1%)
$267,000 + $156,000
$423,000
2020
$4,663 (+3.1%)
2019
$4,521 (+2.4%)
2018
$4,414 (+11.4%)
2017
$3,964 (+5.8%)
2015
$3,747 (+28.4%)
2014
$2,917 (−6.5%)
2013
$3,119 (+3.0%)
2012
$3,028
Tax history for 2868 Northview Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,193 (+10.4%)
$510,900 + $218,600
$729,500
2025
$7,420 (+18.4%)
$460,000 + $220,700
$680,700
2024
$6,265 (+18.8%)
$389,600 + $218,200
$607,800
2023
$5,272 (+8.2%)
$320,000 + $198,000
$518,000
2022
$4,874 (+1.4%)
$267,000 + $161,000
$428,000
2021
$4,807 (+3.1%)
$267,000 + $156,000
$423,000
2020
$4,663 (+3.1%)
2019
$4,521 (+2.4%)
2018
$4,414 (+11.4%)
2017
$3,964 (+5.8%)
2015
$3,747 (+28.4%)
2014
$2,917 (−6.5%)
2013
$3,119 (+3.0%)
2012
$3,028
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.75
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,663 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,404
Year built
1900
Style
Other
County
Hennepin County
APN
16 117 23 31 0016
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Dimensions: 23x29
Garage Sq. Ft.: 667
Carport Spaces: 0
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Description: Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Separate Tub & Shower,Upper Level Full Bath,Walk-In Shower Stall
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 21x12
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 16x12
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 15x12
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 12x10
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 11x12
Room Level: Upper
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 9x14
Room Level: Upper
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 11x10
Room Level: Upper
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Porch
Room Dimensions: 25x11
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Dimensions: 10x6
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Block, Partial, Unfinished
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room
Other Rooms Information
3 BR on One Level,Main Floor Laundry
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning Stove
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Space Heater, Wood Stove
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Porch, Laundry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned