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  • $599,000

    5216 Benton Ave, Edina, MN 55436

    --beds
    --baths
    0.41Acres
    Unimproved Land
    Built in 1949
    0.41 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Mature trees
    Exceptional building opportunity in one of Edina's most desirable neighborhoods, Melody Lake. This area is experiencing significant reinvestment and redevelopment, making it an ideal location for a major renovation or a tear-down to build your dream home. Situated on a beautiful 0.41-acre corner lot, the property features mature trees and a wooded setting that feels like you're living in a park or the countryside while still being in the heart of Edina. The existing home could be a rehab or a tear-down, offering a rare opportunity to build a truly custom home in a premier location. Bring your own builder and take advantage of a neighborhood where luxury homes continue to replace older residences, driving strong property values and long-term investment potential. Enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, parks, walking trails, top-rated schools, and everyday amenities, offering the perfect combination of location, lifestyle, and opportunity. Please do not walk the lot without a scheduled appointment. Access to the inside of the property is by appointment only through the listing agent.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Ryan M Platzke 952-844-6000,

    Coldwell Banker Realty - Southwest Regional,

    Blake R Anderson 612-719-0834

    Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7109951MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Features
      • Has basement: No

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 0.41 Acres
      • Dimensions: 207.7 x 106.45
      • Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
      • Topography: Level,Wooded
      Details
      • Parcel number: 3311721320026
      • Zoning description: Residential-Single Family

      Utilities & green energy

      • Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: No
      • Subdivision: Codes Highview Park
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Edina

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $451,800
      • Annual tax amount: $5,821
      • Date on market: 7/15/2026
      • Inclusions: None
      • Electric utility on property: Yes

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        Not available

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/15/2026Listed for sale$599,000+289%
        Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7109951 Report a problem
        12/16/1997Sold$154,000
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,379 +4.1%$451,800 +3.8%
        2024$5,169 +2.2%$435,300 +1%
        2023$5,055 +8.7%$431,200 +3.4%
        2022$4,652 +1.3%$417,200 +14.3%
        2021$4,593 -0.5%$365,100 +1.4%
        2020$4,618 +0.5%$360,200 +1.2%
        2019$4,593 -0.5%$355,900 +5.7%
        2018$4,618 +11.7%$336,700 +11.7%
        2017$4,136 +3.1%$301,500 -2.6%
        2016$4,010 -4.5%$309,400
        2015$4,197 +3.9%$309,400 +15.3%
        2014$4,040 +13.3%$268,300
        2013$3,567 -0.1%$268,300 -2.2%
        2012$3,572 +9.7%$274,200
        2011$3,256 +2%$274,200 -5.4%
        2010$3,194 -4.2%$289,900 -7.5%
        2009$3,334 +13.3%$313,300 +11.2%
        2006$2,943 -1.1%$281,800 +4.9%
        2005$2,975 +8.4%$268,600 +15%
        2004$2,745 +6.4%$233,600 +12%
        2002$2,579 -32%$208,600
        2001$3,794 --
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
        All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
        Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Melody Lake

        Getting around

        16 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        17 / 100
        Minimal Transit
        24 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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