Step back in time and fall in love with this magnificent 1903 Victorian gem, perfectly blending exquisite original details with essential modern updates. Located in a charming Benson neighborhood, this expansive 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers over 3,000 sq ft of living space, set on a generous 0.355 acre lot. From the moment you arrive, the sprawling enclosed three-season front porch invites you to relax and watch the world go by. Step inside to a stunning entryway, perfect for greeting guests and showcasing the home's timeless elegance. The main floor is an entertainer's delight, featuring a spacious living room adorned with charming coffered ceilings, an attractive gas fireplace, and original leaded clerestory windows. The formal dining area boasts intricately designed mill work and more leaded windows, creating an ideal setting for memorable gatherings. Discover a large kitchen with ample cabinetry and a quaint breakfast area. Convenience is key with a main-floor laundry. The primary bedroom suite on the main level offers a private oasis with a walk-in closet and a dedicated bathroom. The second floor offers four additional spacious bedrooms and a full bath with a linen closet, providing plenty of room for family, guests, or home offices. For those seeking even more potential, the walk-up third floor, currently used for storage, presents a fantastic opportunity to add significant finished living space. The basement is partially finished with plenty of extra storage and room for future expansion. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of Benson's history with all the amenities for contemporary living.
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$245,000
613 12th St S, Benson, MN 56215
5beds
3,052sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1903
0.36 Acres Lot
$249,200 Zestimate®
$80/sqft
$2,215 Estimated rent
Home value
$249,200
Estimated sales range
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Gas fireplaceQuaint breakfast areaCharming coffered ceilingsFormal dining areaSpacious bedroomsPrimary bedroom suiteOriginal leaded clerestory windows
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Listed by:
Steven James 320-304-2834,
Kuhlmann Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Aaron Olson
Zielsdorf Auction & Real Estate
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6755514
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 212.35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.7x15.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 119.38 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.4x12.7
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 163.84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.8x12.8
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 235.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x15.7
Bedroom 5
- Level: Second
- Area: 154.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9x15.6
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 209.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.3x17
Informal dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 189.15 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.7x19.5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 387.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.5x25
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: In Basement, Main Level
Features
- Basement: Concrete,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,052
- Total interior livable area: 3,052 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,752
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Concrete
- Garage spaces: 3
- Details: Garage Dimensions (24x30)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Dimensions: 98 x 158
- Features: Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Foundation area: 1630
- Parcel number: 230590000
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1903
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Benson
- Subdivision: Sunnyside 1st Add
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2025 | Sold | $245,000-5.4%$80/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6755514 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2025 | Pending sale | $259,000$85/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6755514 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $259,000-2.3%$85/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6755514 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Listing removed | $265,000$87/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6643920 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $265,000$87/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6643920 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,478 +3.7% | $289,900 |
| 2024 | $4,320 +13.5% | $289,900 +0.7% |
| 2023 | $3,806 +17.4% | $287,900 +27.4% |
| 2022 | $3,242 +41.9% | $226,000 +24% |
| 2021 | $2,284 -1.9% | $182,300 +28.6% |
| 2020 | $2,328 +17.9% | $141,800 |
| 2018 | $1,974 -3.3% | -- |
| 2017 | $2,042 +11.7% | -- |
| 2016 | $1,828 +2.4% | -- |
| 2015 | $1,786 | -- |
| 2014 | -- | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 56215
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Northside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Benson SecondaryGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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