Designed by custom builder Steven Streeter as his personal residence and showcase home, this extraordinary Cottagewood retreat was created to blur the line between architecture and nature. Inspired by mountain lodges of the West, reclaimed bridge beams soar overhead while expansive walls of glass frame the surrounding woods, filling the home with natural light and creating a remarkable sense of openness and privacy. Every detail was thoughtfully considered, creating a home that is as comfortable as it is architecturally significant. At the center of the home, nearly 30 feet of glass doors open to a private bluestone courtyard featuring a heated pool, wood-burning fireplace and beautifully landscaped gathering spaces that become a natural extension of the interior. Designed for casual living and entertaining, the chef's kitchen features dual islands, soapstone countertops, custom cabinetry, premium appliances and an exceptional butler's pantry. The main level offers a private primary suite, office and family room, while the walkout lower level includes three additional bedrooms, recreation spaces, wine cellar, study and steam shower. A custom five-basin waterfall, positioned to be heard from the primary suite and study, walking paths through preserved woodlands, and a screened gazebo create an atmosphere more reminiscent of a mountain retreat than a home just blocks from Lake Minnetonka and downtown Excelsior. Rarely does a home combine this level of craftsmanship, privacy and connection to nature.
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Price cut: $100K (7/16)
$2,895,000
20545 Linden Rd, Excelsior, MN 55331
4beds
6,452sqft
Single Family
Built in 2002
1.23 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$449/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Heated poolDual islandsWood-burning fireplaceCustom five-basin waterfallNatural lightPrivate primary suiteThree additional bedrooms
- 127 days
- 927
- 75
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Listed by:
Jacqueline Day & Partners Sara Kranz 612-968-8808 612-968-8808,
Edina Realty, Inc.,
Jacqueline Day & Partners, Jen Cutter 612-597-3766
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7070416
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23x14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Lower
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x16
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24x11
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x12
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 483 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23x21
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x11
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x16
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24x17
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x10
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x7
Patio
- Level: Main
- Area: 4256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 76x56
Sitting room
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Sitting room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x9
Study
- Level: Lower
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Walk in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x14
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x4
Heating
- Forced Air, In-Floor Heating
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Air-To-Air Exchanger, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Wine Cooler
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
Features
- Basement: Drain Tiled,Finished,Full,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,452
- Total interior livable area: 6,452 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,342
- Finished area below ground: 3,110
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway - Other Surface, Floor Drain, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (35x24)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Stairs External
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Heated, Outdoor Pool
Lot
- Size: 1.23 Acres
- Dimensions: 58 x 64 x 129 x 73 x 144 x 247 x 201 x 77
- Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Foundation area: 3110
- Parcel number: 2411723330057
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Cottagewood
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Excelsior
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $449/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,075,900
- Annual tax amount: $35,662
- Date on market: 5/9/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 128 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Price change | $2,895,000-3.3%$449/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7070416 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000+75.1%$464/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7070416 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2011 | Sold | $1,710,000$265/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $35,662 +5.4% | $3,075,900 +9.8% |
| 2024 | $33,834 +6.2% | $2,801,100 +0.4% |
| 2023 | $31,857 +3.5% | $2,791,200 +6.5% |
| 2022 | $30,787 +4.6% | $2,622,000 +14.6% |
| 2021 | $29,425 +7.5% | $2,287,000 +4.4% |
| 2020 | $27,375 -7% | $2,190,000 |
| 2019 | $29,425 | -- |
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