**READY TO MOVE THIS PROPERTY**Very motivated seller! Charming 4-bedroom, 3-bath rambler in a desirable Detroit Lakes location! Situated directly across from Detroit Lakes High School, this home is within walking distance of the city beach, parks, and all the amenities along West Lake Drive. Inside, the spacious layout offers generous updated living spaces including an oversized living room filled with natural light and large windows, a formal dining room, and a main floor primary bedroom w/private 1/2 bath. The updated 4 season sunroom with forced air is perfectly positioned to enjoy sunrise views with your morning coffee! Recent improvements include a new oversized concrete driveway, freshly remodeled main-floor full bathroom, and an expanded lower level featuring office or play space along with 2 additional bedrooms with modern finishes complete with egress windows, lighted closets, and built-in shelving. The clean lower level also includes a ¾ bath, providing excellent potential for a future family room or entertainment space. Outside, a sprawling corner lot lawn, vibrant flowering trees, and a newly added storage shed create exceptional curb appeal and inviting outdoor space. Vacant and ready for immediate occupancy, this home presents an excellent opportunity for you!
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Price cut: $7.5K (6/26)
$317,400
420 James St, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
4beds
1,858sqft
Single Family
Built in 1957
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$311,700 Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sunrise viewsExceptional curb appealNewly added storage shedFormal dining roomLighted closetsInviting outdoor spaceVibrant flowering trees
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Melissa Watson 218-234-0134,
The Real Estate Company of Detroit Lakes
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7079849
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Basement
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
Bonus room
- Level: Basement
Deck
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Basement
Garage
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
Sun room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Block,Egress Window(s),Partially Finished,Storage Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,416
- Total interior livable area: 1,858 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,328
- Finished area below ground: 530
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Insulated Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (24x31)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three Level Split
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10292
- Features: Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1328
- Parcel number: 490856000
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Power Company: City of Detroit Lakes
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer - In Street
- Water: City Water - In Street
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Clearview Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit Lakes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $171/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $293,300
- Annual tax amount: $2,523
- Date on market: 5/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 111 days
Estimated market value
$311,700
$296,000 - $327,000
$2,554/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Price change | $317,400-2.3%$171/sqft |
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| 6/13/2026 | Price change | $324,900-3%$175/sqft |
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| 5/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $334,900+1.5%$180/sqft |
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| 5/9/2026 | Listing removed | $329,900$178/sqft |
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| 4/18/2026 | Price change | $329,900-2.9%$178/sqft |
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| 2/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $339,900+21.4%$183/sqft |
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| 5/1/2023 | Sold | $279,900$151/sqft |
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| 3/31/2023 | Pending sale | $279,900$151/sqft |
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| 3/24/2023 | Listed for sale | $279,900$151/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,466 -8.3% | $293,300 +6.7% |
| 2024 | $2,688 +3.1% | $274,900 -4% |
| 2023 | $2,608 +2.8% | $286,300 +9.2% |
| 2022 | $2,536 +4.7% | $262,200 +11.4% |
| 2021 | $2,422 -2.3% | $235,300 +4.5% |
| 2020 | $2,478 +25.3% | $225,200 -1.3% |
| 2019 | $1,978 | $228,100 +25.8% |
| 2018 | $1,978 +2.6% | $181,300 -7.3% |
| 2017 | $1,928 +17% | $195,600 +20.1% |
| 2016 | $1,648 +14.4% | $162,900 +16.9% |
| 2015 | $1,440 +8.8% | $139,300 +3.1% |
| 2014 | $1,324 +6.8% | $135,100 |
| 2012 | $1,240 +7.8% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,150 -0.2% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,152 | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 56501
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Rossman Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Detroit Lakes Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Detroit Lakes Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
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