Wonderful opportunity in the city of Aitkin located on a 0.60 acre lot with 221’ of Ripple River frontage. This historical 5 bedroom, 2 bath home is overflowing with charm. The many windows and original woodwork are amazing. Step inside and you will find a large porch, a well-appointed eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinets for storage, a 3/4 bath/laundry off the kitchen, large formal dining room, family room, formal living room that has a hanging wall for a temporary bedroom that can be removed. Upstairs you will find 5 bedrooms that are all unique and well-sized, a large full bath and an additional staircase so you can get upstairs via the front or back of the home. The backyard has beautiful views and access to the Ripple River with a gentle slope to its winding gently flowing waters, plenty of yard for play and privacy, plus a large 24x24 detached 2 car garage. This is an estate and is being sold “AS IS” Home is in some disrepair and needs some TLC. Roof, siding, furnace and water heater have been replaced in recent years.
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$202,000
42 Minnesota Ave S, Aitkin, MN 56431
5beds
3,590sqft
Single Family
Built in 1890
0.6 Acres Lot
$202,100 Zestimate®
$56/sqft
$2,015 Estimated rent
Home value
$202,100
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Original woodworkMany windowsLarge porchWell-appointed eat-in kitchenFamily roomLarge formal dining roomBackyard has beautiful views
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rodney K. Sparks, GRI 218-851-2687,
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.,
Kathy J. Sparks, GRI 218-851-3232
Bought with:
Kathy J. Sparks, GRI
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7007310
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 193.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.5x12.5
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 109.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5x9.5
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x12
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 109.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.5x11.5
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x12
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x18
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x23
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4x5
Informal dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 115 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x11.5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x11.5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32x12
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x20
Heating
- Boiler, Hot Water, Radiator
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Chandelier, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Full,Other,Concrete,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,590
- Total interior livable area: 3,590 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,244
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Concrete
- Garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions (24X24)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Modified Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: East, River, South
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River Front, Waterfront Elevation(4-10), Lake Bottom(Undeveloped)
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 221
Lot
- Size: 0.60 Acres
- Dimensions: 211 x 47 x 258 x 157 x 54
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Foundation area: 1402
- Parcel number: 561041700
- Zoning description: Other,Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Concrete, Frame, Stone
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Power Company: Aitkin Public Utilities
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Aitkin
- Subdivision: T R Foleys Amended Plat
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Sold | $202,000-12.1%$56/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7007310 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Pending sale | $229,900$64/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7007310 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2026 | Price change | $229,900-4.2%$64/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7007310 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $239,900$67/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7007310 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,258 +18% | $245,675 +7.6% |
| 2024 | $2,762 -1.1% | $228,253 +14.7% |
| 2023 | $2,794 +12.7% | $199,081 +3.6% |
| 2022 | $2,480 +27.4% | $192,101 +34.4% |
| 2021 | $1,946 +1.4% | $142,917 +15.4% |
| 2020 | $1,920 +7.6% | $123,800 -3.8% |
| 2019 | $1,784 +4.4% | $128,700 +5.1% |
| 2018 | $1,708 +4.4% | $122,400 +4.3% |
| 2017 | $1,636 +6.1% | $117,300 |
| 2016 | $1,542 +3.4% | $117,300 +1.9% |
| 2014 | $1,492 +9940.4% | $115,100 -9% |
| 2012 | $15 | $126,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $126,500 -9.6% |
| 2009 | $948 | $140,000 |
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Neighborhood: 56431
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Rippleside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Aitkin Secondary SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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- Minnesota
- Aitkin County
- Aitkin
- 56431
- 42 Minnesota Ave S
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