Pending

Price cut: $14K (5/17)

$95,000

245 3rd Ave SE, Wells, MN 56097

2beds

1,110sqft

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Single Family

Built in 1890

6,969 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$86/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Newer hvac systemUpdated kitchenNewer roofNewer windowsVersatile bonus room

Welcome to this charming and affordable home in Wells where owning a home can cost less per month than renting. This well maintained property offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1034 square feet of comfortable living space along with a versatile bonus room that can be used as an office, guest space, or hobby room. The home features an updated kitchen along with major upgrades including a newer HVAC system, newer roof, and newer windows. These improvements provide peace of mind and help keep monthly expenses more predictable. The layout is functional and inviting, making it easy to settle in and feel at home right away. If you have been renting, this is your opportunity to put that monthly payment toward ownership instead. With today’s market, a mortgage payment on this home could be less than what you would pay in rent. Affordable, updated, and move in ready, this is an opportunity you do not want to miss. This property is not for rent.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
3/4 bathrooms: 2

Bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 110 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10x11

Bedroom 2

Level: Second
Area: 130 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10x13

Bathroom

Level: Main
Area: 72 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8x9

Bathroom

Level: Second
Area: 56 Square Feet
Dimensions: 7x8

Garage

Level: Main
Area: 264 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12x22

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 240 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12x20

Laundry

Level: Main
Area: 66 Square Feet
Dimensions: 6x11

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 200 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10x20

Office

Level: Main
Area: 56 Square Feet
Dimensions: 7x8

Patio

Level: Main
Area: 100 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10x10

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Basement: Partial,Unfinished
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,190
Total interior livable area: 1,110 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,110
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Detached Garage, Gravel, Electric
Garage spaces: 1
Details: Garage Dimensions (12x22)

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

Size: 6,969 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 140
Features: Tree Coverage - Light

Details

Foundation area: 858
Parcel number: 302007330
Zoning description: Residential-Single Family

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1890

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Gas: Natural Gas
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Water: City Water/Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Village/Wells

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Wells

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $86/sqft
Tax assessed value: $78,300
Annual tax amount: $1,054
Date on market: 4/9/2026
Cumulative days on market: 219 days
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

$1,223/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/25/2026	Pending sale	$95,000$86/sqft
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5/17/2026	Price change	$95,000-12.8%$86/sqft
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4/9/2026	Listed for sale	$109,000$98/sqft
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2/28/2026	Listing removed	$109,000$98/sqft
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2/4/2026	Price change	$109,000-8.8%$98/sqft
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12/17/2025	Price change	$119,500-7.7%$108/sqft
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11/21/2025	Listed for sale	$129,500$117/sqft
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9/26/2025	Pending sale	$129,500$117/sqft
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8/26/2025	Listed for sale	$129,500$117/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$69	$78,300 +19.9%
2024	$69	$65,300 +2.4%
2023	$69	$63,800 +106.5%
2022	$69	$30,900 +8.8%
2021	$69 -10.9%	$28,400
2020	$77 +7.3%	$28,400 +7.6%
2019	$72	$26,400 +3.5%
2018	$72	$25,500 +10.9%
2017	$72	$23,000
2015	$72	$23,000
2013	--	$23,000 -0.9%
2012	--	$23,200 -0.4%
2011	--	$23,300

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