Calling all investors and skilled renovators. This ranch home in the heart of La Crescent offers a strong value-add opportunity. Enjoy one-level living with three bedrooms and one bath on the main level, plus a three-season porch. The full basement provides additional space and includes a non-conforming bedroom (no egress) and bathroom. Detached two-car garage. Conveniently located near downtown La Crescent with dining and amenities nearby, scenic bluff views from the front yard, and approximately a five-minute drive to La Crosse. Property requires extensive renovation and cleanup. Mold/fungal growth reported throughout the basement and in one bedroom ceiling area. Garage roof is severely damaged with openings and water intrusion. Appliances and systems not warranted. Short sale, subject to lender approval, and sold as-is, presenting a chance to renovate and create value in a desirable La Crescent location.
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$132,000
531 S 2nd St, La Crescent, MN 55947
3beds
2,444sqft
Single Family
Built in 1960
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$133,100 Zestimate®
$54/sqft
$2,137 Estimated rent
Home value
$133,100
Estimated sales range
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Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7018305
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 148.03 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.33 x 14.33
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 148.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.58 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 98.71 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.58 x 9.33
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 62.98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.75 x 9.33
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
- Area: 41.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.75 x 4.75
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 994.3 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26.75 x 37.17
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 17.72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4.17 x 4.25
Informal dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 106.21 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.25 x 8.67
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 195.02 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.25 x 15.92
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 322.37 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.17 x 22.75
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 183.37 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.83 x 15.50
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 143.79 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.33 x 13.92
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Block,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,444
- Total interior livable area: 2,444 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,292
- Finished area below ground: 1,152
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions (22' x 24')
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Glass Enclosed, Rear Porch, Screened
Lot
- Size: 6,534 sqft
- Dimensions: 50' x 130' x 50' 130'
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Foundation area: 1152
- Parcel number: R250431000
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Asphalt,Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Fuses
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: La Crescent
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/13/2026 | Sold | $132,000+33.3%$54/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7018305 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2026 | Pending sale | $99,000$41/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #1949869 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $99,000$41/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1949869 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,414 -12.5% | $208,600 +25.5% |
| 2024 | $2,758 +20.4% | $166,200 |
| 2023 | $2,290 +0.6% | -- |
| 2022 | $2,276 -2.9% | -- |
| 2021 | $2,344 +36% | $147,500 +16.1% |
| 2017 | $1,724 | $127,100 |
| 2016 | -- | $127,100 +5.5% |
| 2015 | $1,524 | $120,500 +27.5% |
| 2014 | $1,524 | $94,500 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 55947
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Lacrescent-Hokah Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Lacrescent-Hokah Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Lacrescent Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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