A coveted block of magnificent classic homes so close to our meandering Minnehaha Creek and vibrant Lake Harriet! Current owner has loved and cared for 5117 for many years…thoughtfully updating while maintaining the integrity of the era. You’ll appreciate its inviting call from the curb, this grand 2 story with towering pine and lush landscape. From front vestibule to an open eye-catching main floor offering front and rear four-season rooms, large living room with gas fireplace and formal dining. The woodwork is impeccable and breathtaking, truly! Box beamed ceilings, full wall buffet, library style wainscoting and pillared cabinets. Wavy window glass panes are period.
Gracious kitchen is flooded with natural sunlight and has hosted many family and friends throughout the years. Upper level boasts a newer 3/4 ceramic bath with laundry facilities and a 2nd full ceramic bath. 3 bedrooms and a full 3-season sunroom on upper level. Gorgeous hardwood floors throughout home. Lower level boasts loads of storage and a large 4th bedroom and newer 3/4 ceramic bath. 4th bedroom can be a flex space, as well! Fully fenced cozy and private yard, mature perennial gardens, patios for entertaining, and a large 2 car detached garage. Very quiet street. Alley is a bonus and is often plowed first. Easy access to 35W and Hwy 62. Grocery, library, shops, restaurants, and drug store are so close! A gem of a home awaits!
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$870,000
5117 Colfax Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
4beds
3,242sqft
Single Family
Built in 1916
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$873,600 Zestimate®
$268/sqft
$4,637 Estimated rent
Home value
$873,600
$804,000 - $952,000
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Gorgeous hardwood floorsLoads of storageOpen eye-catching main floorFull wall buffetBox beamed ceilingsMature perennial gardensPillared cabinets
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Listed by:
Nancy L Walker 612-799-2768,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Sheri L Fine
Edina Realty, Inc.
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6694156
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 175.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5x13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5x10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 166.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.5x11.5
Flex room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x11
Great room
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 123.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x9.5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 377 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29x13
Patio
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x13
Patio
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x13
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x9
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x7
Heating
- Baseboard, Boiler, Radiator
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless Mini-Split
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Block,Daylight,Egress Window(s),Finished,Partially Finished,Storage Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,242
- Total interior livable area: 3,242 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,252
- Finished area below ground: 403
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Concrete, Electric, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, No Int Access to Dwelling, Storage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (20x20), Garage Door Height (6), Garage Door Width (16)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Patio, Porch, Rear Porch
- Fencing: Full,Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 128
- Features: Near Public Transit, Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Foundation area: 990
- Parcel number: 1602824410140
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Block, Brick, Concrete, Frame
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, Other, Power Company: Xcel Energy
- Gas: Electric, Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Minneapolis
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $268/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $820,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,465
- Date on market: 4/16/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/30/2025 | Sold | $870,000-0.6%$268/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6694156 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Pending sale | $875,000$270/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6694156 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $875,000+224.2%$270/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6694156 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/1997 | Sold | $269,900$83/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,465 +18.1% | $820,000 +5.4% |
| 2024 | $10,553 +4.9% | $778,000 +3.3% |
| 2023 | $10,060 +1.5% | $753,000 +5% |
| 2022 | $9,910 +3.6% | $717,000 +6.1% |
| 2021 | $9,566 -7.6% | $675,500 |
| 2020 | $10,356 +8.3% | $675,500 |
| 2019 | $9,566 -7.6% | $675,500 |
| 2018 | $10,356 +11.4% | $675,500 +16% |
| 2017 | $9,295 -2.3% | $582,500 +7.9% |
| 2016 | $9,516 +5.8% | $540,000 +3.3% |
| 2015 | $8,993 -0.9% | $523,000 +9.4% |
| 2014 | $9,079 +2.6% | $478,000 -3% |
| 2013 | $8,847 +2.7% | $493,000 |
| 2012 | $8,617 +1.3% | $493,000 -3% |
| 2011 | $8,508 +14.4% | $508,500 |
| 2010 | $7,435 -1.1% | $508,500 |
| 2009 | $7,518 +11.9% | $508,500 +6.9% |
| 2006 | $6,716 +9.3% | $475,600 +15% |
| 2005 | $6,144 +11.3% | $413,600 +17.8% |
| 2004 | $5,521 +11.2% | $351,000 +12% |
| 2002 | $4,965 -57.7% | $313,400 |
| 2001 | $11,730 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Lynnhurst
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