Spacious, beautifully updated walkout rambler set on a private 1.87-acre wooded lot near North Links Golf Course in North Mankato. This exceptional property offers over 3,800 finished square feet, plus additional unfinished space for future expansion. The main level features 2,612 square feet with a thoughtfully designed layout, including a formal sitting room, an open-concept kitchen and dining area, and a comfortable living room with a wood-burning fireplace and access to a large Trex deck overlooking the serene setting. The recently renovated kitchen is a true showstopper, featuring cherry cabinetry by Plato Woodwork, Cambria countertops, a large center island, a Wolf gas cooktop, and Wolf double ovens including a steamer and microwave. Just off the living space, enjoy a dedicated hot tub room with patio door access to the deck, complete with a Master Spas Twilight Series hot tub included in the sale. The main floor bedroom wing offers two guest bedrooms with an updated full bath, along with a spacious primary suite featuring a large walk-in closet, convenient laundry, and a spa-like bath with a soaking tub and walk-in tile shower. The walkout lower level includes a generous family room, an additional bedroom, a third bathroom, workshop, storage area, and mechanicals. An added bonus is the 1,056 square feet of unfinished space from a 2014 addition, offering endless possibilities for future living space, bedrooms, or recreation. Recent improvements include a new septic system installed in 2024 with a 5-bedroom capacity. Outside, the property is beautifully landscaped with a level yard, mature trees, and a peaceful, private setting. Additional features include a heated 3-stall attached garage, a 1,800 square foot heated shop built in 2006, and a 12x16 storage shed. Located across from a shared grassy park area, this property offers a rare combination of space, privacy, and high-end amenities in a sought-after North Mankato location.
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$749,900
42389 Kerns Dr, North Mankato, MN 56003
4beds
5,232sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1988
1.87 Acres Lot
$753,000 Zestimate®
$143/sqft
$3,854 Estimated rent
Home value
$753,000
$715,000 - $791,000
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Large center islandSpacious primary suiteAdditional bedroomStorage areaFormal sitting roomThird bathroomCambria countertops
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Listed by:
Angie VanEman Lynch,
American Way Realty
Bought with:
Jay Sallstrom
Re/Max Results
Source: RASM,MLS#: 7040054
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 250.66
- Dimensions: 16.6 x 15.1
Bedroom 1
- Description: Walk in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 424.71
- Dimensions: 14.11 x 30.1
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 126.54
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 11.4
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 124.26
- Dimensions: 10.9 x 11.4
Bedroom 4
- Description: Walk in closet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 157.62
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 14.2
Dining room
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Combine with Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Open Floorplan
- Level: Main
- Area: 194.81
- Dimensions: 16.1 x 12.1
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 322.38
- Dimensions: 19.9 x 16.2
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 300.96
- Dimensions: 22.8 x 13.2
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 203.61
- Dimensions: 17.11 x 11.9
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookups, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-In Kitchen, Hot Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Bath Description: 3/4 Basement, Full Primary, Main Floor Full Bath, Private Primary, Separate Tub & Shower, Main Floor Bedrooms, 3+ Same Floor Bedrooms(L)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Daylight/Lookout Windows,Drainage System,Egress Windows,Finished,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access,Block,Full,Walk-out
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,859
- Total interior livable area: 5,232 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,616
- Finished area below ground: 1,243
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 1.87 Acres
- Dimensions: 81,457 SF
- Features: Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Ravine, Many Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Pole Building, Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 2616
- Parcel number: 01.592.0040
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame/Wood, Brick, Steel Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Previously Owned
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1988
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Shared
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: North Mankato
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $143/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $544,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,609
- Date on market: 6/2/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Sold | $749,900$143/sqft |
Source:  RASM #7040054 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,900+50%$143/sqft |
Source: RASM #7040054 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2024 | Sold | $500,000$96/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,386 +11.3% | $544,900 -2.8% |
| 2024 | $4,840 -1.1% | $560,500 +12.1% |
| 2023 | $4,892 +8.8% | $500,200 |
| 2022 | $4,498 +3% | $500,200 +24.6% |
| 2021 | $4,368 -2.9% | $401,500 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $4,498 | $387,900 |
| 2019 | $4,498 | $387,900 -2.6% |
| 2018 | -- | $398,300 +12.8% |
| 2017 | -- | $353,200 |
| 2016 | -- | -- |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 56003
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hoover Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 4 mi
- 7/10Dakota Meadows Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 8/10Mankato West Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hoover
- Middle: Dakota Meadows
- High: Mankato West
- District: Mankato #77
Source: RASM. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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