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$215,000

557 2nd Ave SE, Wells, MN 56097

4beds

2,738sqft

$1,622/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1950

6,969 Square Feet Lot

$207,500 Zestimate^®

$79/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Fully fenced backyardBeautiful hardwood floorsFarmhouse-style sinkInviting four-bedroom two-bathroom homeStainless steel appliancesWhite cabinetryComfortable and functional layout

Welcome to 557 SE 2nd Ave in Wells! This inviting four-bedroom, two-bathroom home offers a comfortable and functional layout with plenty of space to make your own. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors and a bright, updated kitchen featuring white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse-style sink, and a convenient breakfast bar that opens to the dining area. With two bedrooms and a full bathroom on the main level, plus two additional spacious bedrooms and another full bathroom upstairs, the home offers flexibility for a variety of needs. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard, paver patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and a detached two-stall garage with additional alley-access parking. The unfinished lower level provides even more room for storage or future possibilities. Located just a short distance from the city park, this charming Wells home is ready to welcome its next owner.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 151.88
Dimensions: 13.5 x 11.25

Bedroom 1

Level: Main
Area: 123
Dimensions: 10.25 x 12

Bedroom 2

Level: Second
Area: 194.75
Dimensions: 9.5 x 20.5

Bedroom 3

Level: Second
Area: 223.25
Dimensions: 23.5 x 9.5

Dining room

Features: Combine with Kitchen, Combine with Living Room
Level: Main
Area: 67.06
Dimensions: 7.25 x 9.25

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 144
Dimensions: 12 x 12

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 243.75
Dimensions: 12.5 x 19.5

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener Rented

Features

Walk-In Closet(s), Bath Description: Main Floor Full Bath, Upper Level Bath, Main Floor Bedrooms
Flooring: Hardwood
Windows: Combination Windows (L), Window Coverings
Basement: Unfinished,Block,Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,702
Total interior livable area: 2,738 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,702
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: 1.25 - 1.75 Story
Stories: 1
Fencing: Full

Lot

Size: 6,969 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 140
Features: Landscaped, Paved

Details

Foundation area: 1036
Parcel number: 302100840

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Frame/Wood, Metal Siding
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Previously Owned
New construction: No
Year built: 1950

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: City
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Location

Region: Wells

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $79/sqft
Tax assessed value: $149,700
Annual tax amount: $2,388
Date on market: 10/30/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,DVA,FHA,Rural Development
Road surface type: Curb/Gutters, Paved

Estimated market value

$207,500

$197,000 - $218,000

$1,651/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/30/2026	Listed for sale	$215,000+7.5%$79/sqft
Source: RASM #267041905 Report a problem
4/3/2025	Sold	$200,000+1.5%$73/sqft
Source: RASM #7036792 Report a problem
2/24/2025	Listed for sale	$197,000+9.1%$72/sqft
Source: RASM #7036792 Report a problem
9/14/2023	Sold	$180,500+0.3%$66/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6413584 Report a problem
8/24/2023	Pending sale	$179,900$66/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6413584 Report a problem
8/9/2023	Listed for sale	$179,900+10.4%$66/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6413584 Report a problem
4/20/2022	Sold	$163,000+1.9%$60/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6155475 Report a problem
3/15/2022	Pending sale	$159,900$58/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6155475 Report a problem
3/1/2022	Listed for sale	$159,900+24.9%$58/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6155475 Report a problem
7/18/2019	Sold	$128,000+2.8%$47/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
5/5/2019	Price change	$124,500-2.4%$45/sqft
Source: SUPER REALTY #7020327 Report a problem
4/2/2019	Listed for sale	$127,500$47/sqft
Source: SUPER REALTY #7020327 Report a problem
12/12/2018	Listing removed	$127,500$47/sqft
Source: NU STAR REALTY #7018837 Report a problem
10/21/2018	Price change	$127,500-3.8%$47/sqft
Source: NU STAR REALTY #7018837 Report a problem
8/22/2018	Listed for sale	$132,500+90.6%$48/sqft
Source: NU STAR REALTY #7018837 Report a problem
4/18/2005	Sold	$69,500$25/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,154 -8%	$149,700 +10.9%
2024	$2,342 +32.2%	$135,000 -2.9%
2023	$1,772 +29.7%	$139,100 +32.6%
2022	$1,366 +4.3%	$104,900 +29.7%
2021	$1,310 +3.3%	$80,900
2020	$1,268 -4.8%	$80,900 +5.5%
2019	$1,332 +9.9%	$76,700 +1.2%
2018	$1,212 +1.8%	$75,800 +8.3%
2017	$1,190 +16.4%	$70,000
2015	$1,022	$70,000
2013	--	$70,000 -1.3%
2012	--	$70,900 +0.3%
2011	--	$70,700