Charming 2-Bedroom Home with River Views. Enjoy peaceful living with stunning river views and frequent visits from local wildlife right outside your window! This home features beautiful original hardwood floors, a warm and inviting fireplace, and plenty of natural light throughout. Don’t be fooled by its modest exterior—inside, you’ll find surprisingly spacious bedrooms and multiple storage rooms that provide plenty of space to spread out and stay organized. While the home could use a few cosmetic updates to make it your own, the solid bones and timeless character are already in place. The seller has even left fresh paint for the new owners—just add your personal touch! Whether you’re relaxing by the fire or watching the river roll by, this property offers a rare mix of serenity, charm, and potential. Don’t miss your chance to bring your vision to life in this one-of-a-kind riverside retreat.
This one is a charmer 2 bedroom, 2 bath rambler located right along the banks of Des Moines River!! Single attached 31ft deep garage! The living room, dining room and dinette have great windows to relax and watch the wildlife along the river! The living room and dining room area open to each other creating a great entertaining space! Two wood burning fireplaces one in the living room which gives you that cozy feeling and adds to the character of the home! Lots of updates! The kitchen has stainless steel appliances stay with the home along with the washer and dryer! Both bedrooms have original hardwood flooring! Many updates have been done to the basement. You will find a wonderful family room, complete with a wood burning fireplace. Patio doors in the 120 sf 3-season sunroom that opens-up onto the back yard and its fabulous views! NEW Deck! Terraced back yard with amazing views! City out front, calming river front out back!! Located close to downtown!! This property is NOT in the flood plain!!!!
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6385028
Oct 20, 2023
Sold
$149,500
Sep 18, 2023
Pending
—
Jul 28, 2023
Contingent
—
Jul 20, 2023
Price Changed
$149,500
Jun 9, 2023
Listed
$154,500
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Charming 2 bedroom, 2 bath rambler located right along the banks of Des Moines River!! Single attached 31ft deep garage! Not in the flood plain!!!! The living room, dining room and dinette have great windows to relax and watch the wildlife along the river! The living room and dining room area open to each other creating a great entertaining space! Two wood burning fireplaces one in the living room which gives you that cozy feeling and adds to the character of the home! Lots of updates! Newer vinyl flooring in entry, kitchen, and dinette area! The kitchen has stainless steel appliance that stay with the home! Newer laminate flooring in the entry, hallway, kitchen, dinette, living room and dining room!! Both bedrooms have original hardwood flooring! Patio doors in the 120 sq ft 3-season back sunroom that open-up onto the back yard and its fabulous views! Terraced back yard with amazing views! City out front, calming river front out back!! Located close to downtown!!
Public Records
Jun 24, 2019
Sold
$60,873
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5214204
Jun 21, 2019
Sold
$95,000
Apr 15, 2019
Pending
—
Apr 15, 2019
Listed
$89,900
Public Records
Oct 16, 2013
Sold
$60,873
Public Records
Feb 27, 2013
Sold
$64,500
Public Records
Jun 24, 2009
Sold
$57,740
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #RASM116088
Apr 23, 2008
Listed
$69,900
Public Records
Aug 31, 2006
Sold
$87,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,270 (−10.7%)
2024
$1,422 (−7.3%)
2023
$1,534 (+12.8%)
2022
$1,360 (−5.2%)
2021
$1,434 (+33.0%)
2020
$1,078 (−1.6%)
2019
$1,096 (+17.3%)
2018
$934 (−1.5%)
2017
$948 (+5.3%)
2015
$900 (−32.7%)
2014
$1,338
$3,800 + $74,400
$78,200
Tax history for 651 River Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,270 (−10.7%)
2024
$1,422 (−7.3%)
2023
$1,534 (+12.8%)
2022
$1,360 (−5.2%)
2021
$1,434 (+33.0%)
2020
$1,078 (−1.6%)
2019
$1,096 (+17.3%)
2018
$934 (−1.5%)
2017
$948 (+5.3%)
2015
$900 (−32.7%)
2014
$1,338
$3,800 + $74,400
$78,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
1,599
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cottonwood County
APN
251650170
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Concrete
Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Dimensions: 31x12
Garage Sq. Ft.: 372
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
Description: 3/4 Basement,Main Floor Full Bath
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Three Season Porch
Room Dimensions: 11.8x9.35
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 7x7
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 6.8x6.5
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 12.8x10
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 16x14.7
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 13.8x13
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Informal Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 9x7.8
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 10x10
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Dimensions: 12x12
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 22.8x15.2
Room Level: Main
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 13.9x12
Room Level: Main
Room 12 Information
Room Type: Storage
Room Dimensions: 9.3x8
Room 13 Information
Room Type: Storage
Room Dimensions: 11.9x5.7
Room 14 Information
Room Type: Storage
Room Dimensions: 9.7x9
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Lower Level
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Block, Partially Finished
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Eat In Kitchen,Living/Dining Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Area: 1,048
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt
Exterior Features
Patio Porch Type: Deck
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,442
Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,048
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,442
Below Grade Finished Area: 238
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.16
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 60x119
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,220
Tax Year: 2025
Tax With Assessments: $1,270
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City Water/Connected
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Fuel: Natural Gas
Location
School Information
High School District: Windom
School District Number: 886
School District Phone: 5078316901
Location Information
Directions: From US hwy 60/71 turn west on 10th St. Road turns into River Road, home will be right after the bend on the left.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,599
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,970 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Cottonwood County
APN: 251650170
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1680
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 1442
Foundation Dimensions: 38x38
Levels: One
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Schools
Places
Transit
Windom Area Elementary
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
Windom Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
4/10
Windom Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 18-26% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.9 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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