Simplicity, comfort and easy living comes together in this charming 3-bedroom, 2 bath, one level home on a corner lot. At the center of it all is an open concept living space with the kitchen that flows seamlessly into the dining room and living room. Beautiful hardwood floors & ceilings and gas fireplace are the focal point of the living room. The patio door and large windows create a beautiful, inviting, sunny dining space. Three bedrooms including a large primary bedroom with walk-in closet and private bathroom with step-in shower. The attached 2 car garage has it all. It is not only heated, it is air conditioned as well with a 1/4 bathroom in the utility room. A separate storage shed offers additional space for extra bikes, lawnmowers and outside "toys". Thoughtful updates throughout give the home a fresh, modern feel while maintaining warmth and tons of character. Spacious, functional, affordable and move-in ready - this one truly stands out. Schedule your showing today!
Active
$225,000
501 2nd St SW, Staples, MN 56479
3beds
1,344sqft
Single Family
Built in 2006
0.29 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$167/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceOpen concept living spaceCorner lot
- 24 days
- 518
- 37
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sandy Knosalla 218-296-1111,
Edina Realty, Inc.
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7162563
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 155.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5X13.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 137.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.5X14.5
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 93.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.5X11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 57 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X9.5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X18
Heating
- Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Fireplace(s), In-Floor Heating
Cooling
- Ductless Mini-Split
Appliances
- Included: Air-To-Air Exchanger, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,344
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Grab Bars In Bathroom, No Stairs External, No Stairs Internal
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 130
- Features: Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1344
- Parcel number: 380075600
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 150 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service
- Gas: Electric
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Evergreen Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Staples
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $167/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $213,800
- Annual tax amount: $2,313
- Date on market: 10/21/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $225,000+1025%$167/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7162563 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2006 | Sold | $20,000$15/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,456 -20.7% | $213,800 -0.5% |
| 2024 | $3,098 +30.1% | $214,900 -12.5% |
| 2023 | $2,382 +8.4% | $245,700 +44.5% |
| 2022 | $2,198 +35.5% | $170,000 +20.7% |
| 2021 | $1,622 | $140,800 +17.2% |
| 2020 | $1,622 +8.9% | $120,100 +1% |
| 2019 | $1,490 +7.2% | $118,900 +13.8% |
| 2018 | $1,390 +11.6% | $104,500 +10.6% |
| 2017 | $1,246 +2% | $94,500 +6.7% |
| 2016 | $1,222 +6.6% | $88,600 |
| 2015 | $1,146 | -- |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | $1,376 +69.5% | $88,100 -20.7% |
| 2009 | $812 | $111,100 |
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