Step into a beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath Craftsman-style home that perfectly blends classic architectural charm with modern upgrades. From the moment you arrive, the brand-new, no-maintenance front steps, matching composite deck, and elegant paver sidewalk make a striking first impression.
Inside, you'll find a refreshed kitchen boasting sleek new laminate countertops, updated cabinetry, and stylish up/down shades that continue into the inviting living room?creating a cohesive, cozy atmosphere. Ceiling fans in nearly every room and a newer A/C system ensure comfort in every season.
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Additional perks include a 3-year-old washer and dryer, newer mechanicals, and pride of ownership throughout.
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$255,000
137 Franklin Ave, Owatonna, MN 55060
3beds
1,462sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
5,096 Square Feet Lot
$249,000 Zestimate®
$174/sqft
$1,884 Estimated rent
Home value
$249,000
$209,000 - $296,000
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Maintenance-free backyard deckElegant paver sidewalkBrand-new no-maintenance front stepsUpdated cabinetrySleek new laminate countertopsRefreshed kitchenMatching composite deck
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Listed by:
Darcy K Ihrke 507-213-1777,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Advantage Real Estate
Bought with:
Kyle Furniss
Edina Realty, Inc.
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6756834
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 152 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x8
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5x7
Bathroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x5
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x10
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3x3
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 102.46 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.4x10.9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 390 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x26
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Water Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Features
- Basement: Block,Egress Window(s),Finished,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,462
- Total interior livable area: 1,462 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 835
- Finished area below ground: 627
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 5,096 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 57 x 91
- Features: Tree Coverage - Heavy
Details
- Foundation area: 835
- Parcel number: 171120108
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Morehouse
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Owatonna
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $174/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $219,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,748
- Date on market: 7/22/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2025 | Sold | $255,000+6.3%$174/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6756834 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Pending sale | $239,900$164/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6756834 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $239,900+75.1%$164/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6756834 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2016 | Sold | $137,000+1.6%$94/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4721395 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2016 | Pending sale | $134,900$92/sqft |
Source: ERA Gillespie Real Estate #4071731 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2016 | Listed for sale | $134,900+15.6%$92/sqft |
Source: ERA Gillespie Real Estate #4071731 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2006 | Sold | $116,700$80/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,812 +10.1% | $219,600 +4.7% |
| 2024 | $2,554 +4% | $209,700 +13.5% |
| 2023 | $2,456 +15.3% | $184,800 +7.6% |
| 2022 | $2,130 +6.8% | $171,800 +21.3% |
| 2021 | $1,994 +6.1% | $141,600 +6.5% |
| 2020 | $1,880 +10.2% | $132,900 +10.7% |
| 2019 | $1,706 +9.6% | $120,050 +3% |
| 2018 | $1,556 +14.2% | $116,522 +7.3% |
| 2017 | $1,362 | $108,584 +10% |
| 2016 | -- | $98,686 |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 55060
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