Room to Breathe. Space to Live. A Place That Feels Like Home the Moment You Arrive. Some houses check boxes. This one opens doors — literally and figuratively. Ceylon, MN is the kind of town that earns its reputation. Every year, people come from throughout the state and surrounding area for the Community Day Auction — multiple auction rings running all day, rummage sales lining the streets, the whole town alive with energy. This year marked the 91st annual event. That's not a small thing. That's a community that shows up for itself — and has for nearly a century. This is the kind of place you put down roots - and this property is ready for roots. Tucked on a generous corner lot at the edge of town, this substantial 2-story home greets you with mature cherry and apple trees, established grapevines, and the kind of quiet that only comes with a small-town address that still has something going on. There's an outdoor kennel, a partially fenced yard, and space enough to exhale. Step inside and the first thing you notice is the room. A generous main-level living room flows through French doors into the dining room — a layout built for Sunday dinners, holiday gatherings, and everything in between. The kitchen is ready to work, with newer appliances and a workspace that won't leave you crowded. A dedicated office makes working from home actually workable. A ceramic-tiled laundry room and five bathrooms mean the daily logistics of a busy household just work. Flexibility is woven into every floor. The main level offers two additional rooms ideal for guests, a playroom, or a studio — whatever your life calls for right now. Upstairs, three bedrooms with hardwood floors carry that timeless warmth you can't manufacture, plus an additional flexible room for hobbies or overflow. In the basement, a large walk-in tile shower anchors the space, which also features a built-in storm shelter because peace of mind matters out here, too. The oversized 2-car garage with pull-down attic storage means there's a place for everything — tools, gear, seasonal items, and all the good overflow that a full life accumulates. This is a home that grows with you. In a town that's been growing for 91 years. Come see it. Some things you just have to experience in person.
For sale
Price cut: $9.5K (7/13)
$170,000
411 S Center St, Ceylon, MN 56121
5beds
2,564sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
0.26 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$66/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Partially fenced yardBuilt-in storm shelterOutdoor kennelFive bathroomsEstablished grapevinesCeramic-tiled laundry roomGenerous corner lot
- 308 days
- 121
- 4
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tracey Radcliffe PRIM:712-330-0837,
EXIT Realty Midwest
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR,MLS#: 251492
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Primary Br. Hardwood (Pine?). Two Walk-In Closets.
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 9.3 x 12.4
Bedroom 2
- Description: Hardwood. Measurement Does Not Include Closet.
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 9.3
Bedroom 3
- Description: Hardwood. Measurement Includes Large Closet.
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 13.6 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Description: Primary, Full Bath. Hardwood Floors (Pine?)
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 10 x 5.2
Bathroom 1
- Description: Tile. Half Bath In Back Entry.
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 3.3 x 6
Bathroom 2
- Description: Tile. 3/4 Bath With Laundry.
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 5.8 x 11.5
Bathroom 3
- Description: Tile Floor. Large Walk-In Tile Shower.
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 5.7
Bonus room
- Description: Tile. No Closet. Used As A Bedroom.
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 12 x 12.8
Bonus room
- Description: Carpet. No Closet. Has Been Used As An Additional Bedroom. Egress Window Present.
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 10.4 x 15.7
Bonus room
- Description: Storm Shelter Room. Not Measured, No Photos.
- Level: Lower
Bonus room
- Description: Hardwood. No Closet. Used As Additional Br W/ Roll-Away Bed. Storage, Craft, Small Office, Etc.
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 7.6 x 6.11
Dining room
- Description: Laminate. Also Has A 4' X 7'8" Bump Out Not Included In The Measurement.
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 12
Family room
- Description: Tile. Includes Furnace/Water Heater Area. Cabinets, Countertop, Additional Refrigerator.
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 21.8 x 18.8
Foyer
- Description: Tile. Back Entry By Garage. Two Bathrooms & Laundry Located Off This Area.
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 8.6
Kitchen
- Description: Laminate Flooring. No Disposal. Some New Appliances - No Warranties.
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 10.5
Living room
- Description: Carpet. 3 Closets. French Doors Open To Dining Room.
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.8 x 29
Office
- Description: Vinyl. No Closet. Could Be Another Nonconforming Bedroom.
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 10.5 x 9
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Oven, Washer, Electric Water Heater, Water Softener Rented
- Laundry: Main Level, Washer/Dryer Hkups
Features
- Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Basement: Egress Windows,Finished-Partial,Full
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,732
- Total interior livable area: 2,564 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,964
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Stairs External
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 75.1 x 150
- Features: Corner Lot, Paved, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 210601130
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank-Rented
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Poured Concrete, Stick Built
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: MN
Location
- Region: Ceylon
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $66/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $109,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,036
- Date on market: 11/24/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Rural Development
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/13/2026 | Price change | $170,000-5.3%$66/sqft |
Source:  Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251492 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2026 | Price change | $179,500-3%$70/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251492 Report a problem | ||
| 11/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $185,000+59.5%$72/sqft |
Source: Iowa Great Lakes BOR #251492 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2021 | Sold | $116,000-3.3%$45/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5736950 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2021 | Pending sale | $119,900$47/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5736950 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2021 | Listed for sale | $119,900$47/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5736950 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,036 +13% | $109,500 +13.7% |
| 2024 | $2,686 +7.4% | $96,300 +42.5% |
| 2023 | $2,500 +78.8% | $67,600 +12.7% |
| 2022 | $1,398 +123.3% | $60,000 +31.6% |
| 2021 | $626 +7.6% | $45,600 +9.6% |
| 2020 | $582 +2.1% | $41,600 |
| 2018 | $570 +9.6% | $41,600 +66.4% |
| 2017 | $520 -4.4% | $25,000 |
| 2016 | $544 +10.1% | $25,000 +14.7% |
| 2015 | $494 -50.9% | $21,800 -4.4% |
| 2013 | $1,006 +3.2% | $22,800 -3% |
| 2012 | $975 | $23,500 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | $39,200 |
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