The size may surprise you, and the setting is one you'll appreciate! This spacious ranch-style home offers an abundance of living space both inside and out. The main floor features a generous layout with two separate living areas, including a large living room overlooking the backyard and a comfortable family room with new carpet, built-ins, and direct access to the patio.
Also located on the main floor are 3 bedrooms with new flooring, 1.5 bathrooms, a spacious laundry room, plus ample dining space that provides convenience and flexibility for everyday living. The large enclosed three-season porch expands the living area even further, offering a wonderful space for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying the view in a comfortable setting.
The lower level provides exceptional potential with a combination of finished and unfinished space, along with bathroom fixtures already in place for a future additional bathroom. Whether you're looking for a 4th bedroom, extra recreation space, storage, hobbies, or future expansion opportunities, the basement offers plenty of options.
Additional highlights include an attached two-car garage, a welcoming covered front porch, and a unique location with an open churchyard across the street, creating an attractive view and a sense of openness with no homes directly opposite the property.
Situated on the SE side of town near schools, parks, shopping, and other amenities, the property has seen ongoing maintenance and improvements, including new windows installed in 2025.
Offering generous space, versatile living areas, and room to make it your own, this property is ready for its next chapter. Schedule your private showing today to see everything it has to offer.
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$281,500
526 12th St SE, Owatonna, MN 55060
3beds
2,141sqft
Single Family
Built in 1966
0.28 Acres Lot
$281,400 Zestimate®
$131/sqft
$2,290 Estimated rent
Home value
$281,400
$259,000 - $307,000
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Large enclosed three-season porchWelcoming covered front porchAmple dining spaceGenerous layoutAttached two-car garageSpacious laundry room
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Listed by:
Nancy Sletten 507-363-9368,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Advantage Real Estate
Bought with:
Diane Holland
RE/MAX Venture
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7085141
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 178.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 16.2
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 145.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.2 x 13
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4 x 4
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 151.65 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 15
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 11
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 55.62 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.4 x 10.3
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 111.21 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 11
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 72.21 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.3 x 8.7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 18
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 267.3 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.8 x 13.5
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 273.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.10 x 17
Utility room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 363.15 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26.9 x 13.5
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Basement: Block,Full,Partially Finished,Storage Space,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,506
- Total interior livable area: 2,141 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,894
- Finished area below ground: 247
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 91 x 132
- Features: Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Foundation area: 1894
- Parcel number: 171740212
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hegar
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Owatonna
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $131/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $323,100
- Annual tax amount: $4,876
- Date on market: 6/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 16 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Sold | $281,500-5.8%$131/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7085141 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2026 | Pending sale | $298,900$140/sqft |
Source: BHHS broker feed #7085141 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $298,900$140/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7085141 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,450 +2.2% | $323,100 +3.4% |
| 2024 | $4,356 +1.2% | $312,500 +5.1% |
| 2023 | $4,306 +14.5% | $297,200 +6% |
| 2022 | $3,760 -1.5% | $280,500 +22.8% |
| 2021 | $3,818 +1.3% | $228,500 -0.1% |
| 2020 | $3,770 +8.5% | $228,700 +15.7% |
| 2019 | $3,474 +9.6% | $197,666 +2.1% |
| 2018 | $3,170 +11.6% | $193,648 +0.6% |
| 2017 | $2,840 | $192,472 +9.4% |
| 2016 | -- | $176,008 |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 55060
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- 7/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
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