Distinguished East Isles residence just moments from Lake of the Isles, offering stunning lake views from the front balcony, sophisticated updates, and an extraordinary Minneapolis lifestyle. This beautifully appointed three-bedroom, four-bath home showcases sun-filled living spaces, a serene owner’s suite with walk-in closet, spa-inspired bath, and private balcony, plus upper-level bedrooms opening to generous decks. The center-island chef’s kitchen opens seamlessly to the main-floor family room, complete with in-floor heat and a gas fireplace. Gracious formal living and dining rooms add timeless elegance, featuring a gas fireplace in the living room and original china cabinets with an electric insert fireplace in the dining room. A refined 2022 remodel introduced Carrera marble, quartz surfaces, polished nickel fixtures, slate flooring, custom closets, updated lighting, fresh paint, KitchenAid appliances, and a Liebherr refrigerator. Recent improvements include a new garage door motor in 2023, new chimney/roof and Asko washer/dryer in 2024, plus new water heater, select siding, gutter guards, enhanced gutters, and shed-foundation stucco in 2025. Enjoy a sunroom/office, main-floor laundry and powder room, lower-level recreation and storage, two-car attached garage plus additional detached garage, limestone patio with water feature and pergola, lush landscaping, and a private backyard retreat. Moments from the Chain of Lakes, Kenwood Park, acclaimed dining, cafés, shops, groceries, trails, paddling, winter recreation, and beloved neighborhood events.
Active
$1,325,000
2835 James Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55408
3beds
3,129sqft
Single Family
Built in 1900
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$423/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 7 days
- 1,211
- 102
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ben Ganje + Partners 651-442-6161,
Lakes Sotheby's International Realty,
Erin R Habedank 952-217-7632
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7137539
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x11
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x05
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 09x06
Deck
- Level: Upper
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21x12
Deck
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x09
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x12
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21x12
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 09x07
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x14
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 08x07
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x13
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x09
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x13
Storage
- Level: Lower
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x06
Walk in closet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x07
Heating
- Forced Air, In-Floor Heating
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
Features
- Basement: Drain Tiled,Finished,Storage Space,Tile Shower
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Electric, Family Room, Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,213
- Total interior livable area: 3,129 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,506
- Finished area below ground: 623
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Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Detached Garage, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Multiple Garages
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (22x21 and 21x14), Garage Door Height (7), Garage Door Width (16)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 127
- Features: Near Public Transit, Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Foundation area: 1296
- Parcel number: 3302924340081
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Power Company: Xcel Energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Russells 3rd Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Minneapolis
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $423/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,064,600
- Annual tax amount: $18,392
- Date on market: 9/3/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,325,000+6%$423/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7137539 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2021 | Sold | $1,250,000+4.6%$399/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5651859 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2021 | Pending sale | $1,195,000$382/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5651859 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5651859 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000+22.6%$382/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5651859 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2008 | Sold | $975,000+139%$312/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #1571962 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2002 | Sold | $408,000$130/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2002 | Sold | $408,000$130/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,428 +10.4% | $1,064,600 -8.3% |
| 2024 | $17,592 +1.1% | $1,161,000 -2.8% |
| 2023 | $17,407 -4% | $1,194,000 +1.7% |
| 2022 | $18,138 +3.8% | $1,174,000 +1.2% |
| 2021 | $17,482 -7.6% | $1,160,000 +0% |
| 2020 | $18,916 +8.2% | $1,159,500 |
| 2019 | $17,482 -7.6% | $1,159,500 +10% |
| 2018 | $18,916 +21.2% | $1,054,000 +16.4% |
| 2017 | $15,602 +2% | $905,500 |
| 2016 | $15,295 -3% | $905,500 |
| 2015 | $15,772 -4.6% | $905,500 +7.3% |
| 2014 | $16,536 +3.4% | $844,000 +2.8% |
| 2013 | $16,000 +2.7% | $821,000 |
| 2012 | $15,573 +12.5% | $821,000 +6.5% |
| 2011 | $13,840 +10.5% | $771,000 -3% |
| 2010 | $12,521 +9.8% | $795,000 +9.7% |
| 2009 | $11,399 +88.6% | $725,000 +69.4% |
| 2006 | $6,043 +10.1% | $427,900 +15% |
| 2005 | $5,489 +15.1% | $372,100 +21.5% |
| 2004 | $4,768 +6.5% | $306,200 +12% |
| 2002 | $4,476 -55.4% | $273,400 |
| 2001 | $10,044 | -- |
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