Updated Charmer in the Heart of Kenny! This home offers a perfect blend of classic character and modern updates in one of Southwest Minneapolis’ most desirable neighborhoods. Hardwood floors flow through the main level, which includes two bright bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bath with crisp white stone tile. The kitchen features white cabinetry, a butcher block breakfast bar, and a farmhouse sink, blending form and function with charm. Upstairs, the private upper-level bedroom offers a cozy retreat with natural light and hardwood flooring. The finished lower level extends your living space with a comfortable family room, generous storage and laundry area, and a newly added bathroom. Enjoy the outdoors in the flat backyard, complete with a pergola-covered patio and fully fenced, ready for summer evenings and weekend lounging. Located perfectly with walkable access to trails, Minnehaha Creek, shops, coffee, restaurants, and the Chain of Lakes. Zoned for Kenny Elementary, Anthony Middle, and Southwest High. This one won't last long!
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$415,000
5521 Emerson Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
3beds
1,520sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
5,662 Square Feet Lot
$415,400 Zestimate®
$273/sqft
$2,752 Estimated rent
Home value
$415,400
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Listed by:
Cara Hobbs 952-452-6265,
River City Realty,
Stephanie Landin 612-636-8588
Bought with:
Christopher Gerald Leeder
RE/MAX Results
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6740949
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 435 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x29
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x9
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28x11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x11
Patio
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Lower Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Block,Daylight,Finished,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,520
- Total interior livable area: 1,520 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,175
- Finished area below ground: 345
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Full,Wood
Lot
- Size: 5,662 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 140
- Features: Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Foundation area: 720
- Parcel number: 2102824120184
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Thorpe Bros Lyndale Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Minneapolis
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $273/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $370,100
- Annual tax amount: $5,018
- Date on market: 7/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2025 | Sold | $415,000+3.8%$273/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6740949 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2025 | Pending sale | $399,900$263/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6740949 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,900+6.6%$263/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6740949 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2024 | Sold | $375,000+7.2%$247/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6475131 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2024 | Pending sale | $349,900$230/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6475131 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $349,900+0.3%$230/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6475131 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2020 | Sold | $349,000+16.4%$230/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5572976 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2020 | Pending sale | $299,900$197/sqft |
Source: Edina Realty, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate #5572976 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2020 | Listed for sale | $299,900+33.9%$197/sqft |
Source: Edina Realty, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway affiliate #5572976 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2012 | Sold | $224,000-2.6%$147/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2012 | Price change | $229,900+0.4%$151/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Minneapolis Lakes #4173672 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2012 | Listed for sale | $229,000-5.1%$151/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Minneapolis Lakes #4173672 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2004 | Sold | $241,400+20.7%$159/sqft |
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| 12/6/2002 | Sold | $200,000+48.3%$132/sqft |
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| 12/21/1999 | Sold | $134,900$89/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,018 +8% | $370,100 +5.1% |
| 2024 | $4,648 +0% | $352,000 -2.5% |
| 2023 | $4,645 +6.6% | $361,000 +0.8% |
| 2022 | $4,358 +10.4% | $358,000 +11.2% |
| 2021 | $3,947 -12.9% | $322,000 +6.1% |
| 2020 | $4,530 +14.8% | $303,500 |
| 2019 | $3,947 -12.9% | $303,500 |
| 2018 | $4,530 +5.5% | $303,500 +21.6% |
| 2017 | $4,295 +9.5% | $249,500 +4.8% |
| 2016 | $3,923 +10.1% | $238,000 +4.6% |
| 2015 | $3,563 +0.4% | $227,500 +14.9% |
| 2014 | $3,549 +15.9% | $198,000 +5% |
| 2013 | $3,063 -1.2% | $188,500 -3.1% |
| 2012 | $3,099 +1.8% | $194,500 |
| 2011 | $3,046 +15.5% | $194,500 |
| 2010 | $2,637 -5.8% | $194,500 -4.2% |
| 2009 | $2,801 +13.5% | $203,000 +7.4% |
| 2006 | $2,467 +11.2% | $189,000 +15% |
| 2005 | $2,218 +9.4% | $164,400 +15% |
| 2004 | $2,028 +12.5% | $143,000 +12% |
| 2002 | $1,803 -54% | $127,700 |
| 2001 | $3,917 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Kenny
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- 9/10Kenny Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Anthony Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- NASouthwest High School - SWSGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
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