Turnkey opportunity located in the desirable Diamond Lake neighborhood of South Minneapolis, only 8 blocks from Lake Nokomis. This charming, one-story Craftsman has tasteful updates and the original mid-century character you'd expect. There are meaningful updates including a kitchen upgrade in 2024, a full basement renovation + new bathroom sink/vanity in 2023, a new furnace + A/C in 2022, and a new garage roof + water heater in 2020. The private backyard is a gardener's dream with a spacious patio and raised flower beds. Enjoy neighborhood favorites like Turtle Bread Company, Parkway Theater and Town Hall Tap, along with many other shops, parks and local restaurants - all contributing to a vibrant, connected lifestyle. The central location makes commuting effortless while still enjoying the charm of an established Minneapolis neighborhood. This is a home that offers character, location and accessible living - Don't miss out!
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$345,000
5920 12th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55417
3beds
1,547sqft
Single Family
Built in 1946
5,880 Square Feet Lot
$353,500 Zestimate®
$223/sqft
$2,526 Estimated rent
Home value
$353,500
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Listed by:
Colin Post 651-246-9995,
BRIX Real Estate
Bought with:
Frances Hoekstra Bakke
Coldwell Banker Realty - Southwest Regional
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7083905
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x13
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24x18
Storage
- Level: Lower
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x11
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Block,Egress Window(s),Finished,Storage Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,863
- Total interior livable area: 1,547 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 988
- Finished area below ground: 559
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Concrete
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Privacy
Lot
- Size: 5,880 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 118
Details
- Foundation area: 875
- Parcel number: 2302824310170
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Block
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Edgewater On Nokomis 2nd Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Minneapolis
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $223/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $275,200
- Annual tax amount: $3,931
- Date on market: 6/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 16 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/13/2026 | Sold | $345,000$223/sqft |
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| 6/20/2026 | Pending sale | $345,000$223/sqft |
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| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $345,000$223/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7083905 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2026 | Pending sale | $345,000$223/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7083905 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $345,000+79.2%$223/sqft |
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| 6/6/2014 | Sold | $192,500-12.5%$124/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #2150033 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2013 | Listing removed | $219,900$142/sqft |
Source: P.L. DornCompany, Inc. #4386896 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2013 | Price change | $219,900-2.2%$142/sqft |
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| 7/8/2013 | Listed for sale | $224,900+15.4%$145/sqft |
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| 9/22/2003 | Sold | $194,900$126/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,137 +14.8% | $275,200 -7.3% |
| 2024 | $3,605 -4.6% | $297,000 +3.5% |
| 2023 | $3,779 +1.7% | $287,000 -3.4% |
| 2022 | $3,715 +16.3% | $297,000 +6.5% |
| 2021 | $3,195 -7.7% | $279,000 +10.9% |
| 2020 | $3,462 +8.4% | $251,500 |
| 2019 | $3,195 -7.7% | $251,500 +10.1% |
| 2018 | $3,462 +17.9% | $228,500 +16.9% |
| 2017 | $2,937 +6.9% | $195,500 +4.8% |
| 2016 | $2,747 +2.5% | $186,500 +4.5% |
| 2015 | $2,681 +0.4% | $178,500 +5.3% |
| 2014 | $2,669 +2.7% | $169,500 +3% |
| 2013 | $2,599 +2.6% | $164,500 |
| 2012 | $2,534 +0.6% | $164,500 |
| 2011 | $2,519 +2.9% | $164,500 -9.8% |
| 2010 | $2,448 -1.2% | $182,300 |
| 2009 | $2,478 +9.7% | $182,300 +4.1% |
| 2006 | $2,259 +11.4% | $175,200 +15% |
| 2005 | $2,029 +9.4% | $152,400 +14.9% |
| 2004 | $1,854 +12.8% | $132,600 +12% |
| 2002 | $1,644 -53.4% | $118,400 |
| 2001 | $3,524 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Diamond Lake
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