Welcome to this delightful home in Columbia Heights. Built in 1916, it showcases classic character while offering the comfort and convenience of everyday living. Main-level amenities include two bedrooms, a full bath, hardwood floors, and an inviting 3-season porch. Fresh exterior paint enhances the home's curb appeal, while the detached 2-car garage and additional parking space provide extra convenience. Step outside to enjoy the spacious backyard for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining family and friends. Located in an established neighborhood with convenient access to Hwy 694, you'll be just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, trails, and scenic Silver Lake. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or seeking an investment opportunity, this home offers outstanding value and potential.
Active
Price cut: $10K (9/24)
$249,900
4040 Madison St NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
2beds
888sqft
Single Family
Built in 1916
5,619 Square Feet Lot
$248,200 Zestimate®
$281/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 83 days
- 306
- 25
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lee R Shelton 612-597-3566,
Home Avenue Flat Fee Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7102176
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 1089 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x99
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x11
Porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 133 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x7
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Block,Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,776
- Total interior livable area: 888 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 888
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Asphalt
- Garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions (19x21)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 5,619 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 129
- Features: Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Foundation area: 888
- Parcel number: 353024420049
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Power Company: Xcel Energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Columbia Heights Annex
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Columbia Heights
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $281/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $202,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,186
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$248,200
$236,000 - $261,000
$1,734/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2026 | Price change | $249,900-3.8%$281/sqft |
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| 7/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,900+477.6%$293/sqft |
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| 4/14/2013 | Listing removed | $950$1/sqft |
Source: Renters Warehouse Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2013 | Listed for rent | $950$1/sqft |
Source: Renters Warehouse Minnesota Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2011 | Sold | $45,000-5.3%$51/sqft |
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| 5/12/2011 | Listed for sale | $47,500-73%$53/sqft |
Source: Prodigy Home Services Inc #4045031 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2005 | Sold | $175,900+39.1%$198/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/24/2001 | Sold | $126,500$142/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,933 +7.2% | $202,600 +1.6% |
| 2024 | $2,736 +11.4% | $199,400 -0.1% |
| 2023 | $2,457 +7.7% | $199,600 -4.7% |
| 2022 | $2,281 +0.6% | $209,500 +26.1% |
| 2021 | $2,266 -2.1% | $166,200 +1.1% |
| 2019 | $2,316 +10.1% | $164,400 +15% |
| 2018 | $2,104 +4.3% | $143,000 +9.3% |
| 2017 | $2,016 +6.8% | $130,800 +14.8% |
| 2016 | $1,888 -0.5% | $113,900 |
| 2015 | $1,898 +9.4% | $113,900 +25.6% |
| 2014 | $1,735 +2.1% | $90,700 |
| 2013 | $1,699 +22% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,393 -5.2% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,469 -2.9% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,512 +4.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,447 +12.8% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,283 +8.8% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,179 -14.6% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,380 +12% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,232 +76% | -- |
| 2003 | $700 -9.3% | -- |
| 2002 | $771 -2.9% | -- |
| 2001 | $794 | -- |
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