Move right into this beautifully maintained home where classic character meets thoughtful updates and an incredible backyard retreat. Sun filled living spaces feature hardwood floors, large windows, original glass doorknobs, select original light fixtures, and a wood burning fireplace that adds warmth and timeless charm. The spacious eat in kitchen has been refreshed with newly painted cabinetry, quartz countertops, a new sink and faucet, and a new dishwasher, creating a bright and functional gathering space. Convenient main level laundry and fresh paint throughout much of the home add to its everyday appeal. Upstairs features updated flooring and a beautifully redone staircase, while the unfinished lower level offers excellent storage, additional laundry hookups, extended HVAC, and outstanding potential for future finished living space. Step outside to enjoy the private backyard surrounded by mature trees, pollinator friendly landscaping, garden space, a fire pit, and a screened gazebo with adjustable windows, creating the perfect setting for relaxing or entertaining. Numerous recent improvements include new living room and basement windows, new garage door and opener, attic insulation and roof vents, updated plumbing components, a new gas meter, and additional mechanical updates. Conveniently located near parks, trails, shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, Topgolf, and major highways, this home offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and peace of mind with thoughtful improvements throughout.
Coming soon 07/16
$315,000
5517 James Ave N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
3beds
1,322sqft
Single Family
Built in 1949
10,018 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$238/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Stephanie Checkley 651-615-7482,
Keller Williams Premier Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7084622
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 9
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Features
- Basement: Full,Storage Space,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,322
- Total interior livable area: 1,322 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,322
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Concrete
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Dimensions (17 x 22)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75 x 135
- Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Foundation area: 1082
- Parcel number: 0211821410105
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Block
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Meadowlark Gardens
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Brooklyn Center
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $238/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $256,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,149
- Date on market: 7/8/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/1/2021 | Sold | $235,000-2%$178/sqft |
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| 8/19/2021 | Pending sale | $239,900$181/sqft |
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| 8/17/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/11/2021 | Price change | $239,900-4%$181/sqft |
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| 7/31/2021 | Listed for sale | $249,900$189/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,595 +6.6% | $256,400 +6% |
| 2024 | $3,374 -6.8% | $241,900 +5% |
| 2023 | $3,620 +12.6% | $230,300 -11.4% |
| 2022 | $3,214 -5.5% | $260,000 +16.1% |
| 2021 | $3,403 +9.4% | $224,000 +7.7% |
| 2020 | $3,111 -8.6% | $208,000 +8.9% |
| 2019 | $3,403 +9.4% | $191,000 +18.6% |
| 2018 | $3,111 +26.4% | $161,000 +22% |
| 2017 | $2,460 +27.5% | $132,000 -1.7% |
| 2016 | $1,929 -12% | $134,300 +9.4% |
| 2015 | $2,191 +16.4% | $122,800 +17.5% |
| 2014 | $1,883 +4.1% | $104,500 -8% |
| 2013 | $1,808 -12.1% | $113,600 -15.6% |
| 2012 | $2,057 -5.7% | $134,600 -2.2% |
| 2011 | $2,181 -6.1% | $137,600 -9.7% |
| 2010 | $2,322 +1.1% | $152,400 -7.4% |
| 2009 | $2,297 -5.2% | $164,500 +3.6% |
| 2006 | $2,422 +11.3% | $158,800 +15% |
| 2005 | $2,176 +4.7% | $138,100 +15% |
| 2004 | $2,077 +1.5% | $120,100 +11.9% |
| 2002 | $2,046 -41.2% | $107,300 |
| 2001 | $3,481 | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 55430
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Earle Brown Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Brooklyn Center Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Brooklyn Center SecondaryGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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