Find your ideal home in Watkins, perfectly positioned on a large corner lot next to a city park. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers a fantastic blend of original character and thoughtful updates. The kitchen has been completely refreshed with new cabinets, new countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The dining room features an attractive bay window, and the living room showcases beautiful original woodwork and functional built-in bookcases. A bright den on the main floor, also with original woodwork and many windows, provides versatile space. Convenience is key with all three bedrooms located on the second floor, each offering the luxury of a walk-in closet. The upper floor also boasts an updated full bathroom and enhanced energy efficiency thanks to updated vinyl windows. A perfect opportunity to own a home with both charm and modern upgrades! This home also features an oversized (32'x16') one stall garage!
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$215,000
160 1st St, Watkins, MN 55389
3beds
1,385sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.42 Acres Lot
$218,500 Zestimate®
$155/sqft
$1,452 Estimated rent
Home value
$218,500
Estimated sales range
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Original characterBeautiful original woodworkBright denAttractive bay windowFunctional built-in bookcasesVersatile spaceUpdated vinyl windows
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Listed by:
The Broll Team 320-587-4242,
Keller Williams Realty Integrity Northwest,
Steven Broll 320-420-0737
Bought with:
Curt Karls
RE/MAX Results
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6760685
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x11
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x16
Den
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x19
Patio
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6x18
Heating
- Boiler, Hot Water
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Sink, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Concrete,Sump Basket,Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,385
- Total interior livable area: 1,385 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,385
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (32x16), Garage Door Height (7), Garage Door Width (9)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 0.42 Acres
- Dimensions: 183 x 100
- Features: Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Foundation area: 960
- Parcel number: 280247000
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Frame
- Roof: Asphalt,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Gas: Electric, Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Watkins
- Subdivision: Abbotts Add
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2025 | Sold | $215,000-6.5%$155/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6760685 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2025 | Pending sale | $230,000$166/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6760685 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $230,000+48.4%$166/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6760685 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2020 | Sold | $155,000-3.1%$112/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5645902 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2020 | Pending sale | $160,000$116/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Integrity Northwest #5645902 Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2020 | Listed for sale | $160,000+36.9%$116/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Integrity Northwest #5645902 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2009 | Sold | $116,900$84/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #1131767 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,664 -1.3% | $204,900 +6.9% |
| 2024 | $2,700 +16.3% | $191,600 +1.6% |
| 2023 | $2,322 +3.4% | $188,500 +31.2% |
| 2022 | $2,246 +2.2% | $143,700 +17.6% |
| 2021 | $2,198 +30.4% | $122,200 +5.3% |
| 2020 | $1,686 | $116,100 +7.4% |
| 2019 | $1,686 -19.5% | $108,100 +2.7% |
| 2018 | $2,094 | $105,300 +6.6% |
| 2017 | $2,094 | $98,800 +14.5% |
| 2016 | $2,094 | $86,300 |
| 2015 | $2,094 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,094 | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 55389
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAWatkins Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10Eden Valley SecondaryGrades: 7-12Distance: 6.8 mi
- 9/10Eden Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 6.3 mi
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