Welcome to this lovingly updated 4-bedroom home nestled on a private 1.7-acre lot in the Stillwater School District, offering the perfect balance of peaceful country living and convenient access to everything the metro has to offer. The home features multiple fireplaces, spacious living areas, and three bedrooms upstairs, including a private primary suite with a separate dressing room.
The kitchen overlooks the backyard and opens to an expansive deck, creating the perfect space for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or entertaining.
The walkout lower level features a large family room that flows into a bright sunroom, offering year-round views of the beautiful property. The lowest level has yet another family room, office or craft room and the 4th bedroom – great for guests having their own space.
Outside, enjoy a level yard, mature trees, gardens, and storage sheds, along with an incredible 1,200-square-foot detached shop ideal for car enthusiasts, hobbies, or a workshop. The shop has its own driveway, allowing easy access for parking an RV or storing your recreational toys. Above ground car lift included. A rare property that truly feels like your own slice of heaven in the country, just minutes from shopping, dining, and all the conveniences of the twin cities.
Active
$686,500
8254 38th St N, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
4beds
2,959sqft
Single Family
Built in 1971
1.73 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$232/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 12 days |
- 1,218 |
- 72 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kimberly Ann Gillespie 651-402-0514,
Edina Realty, Inc.
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7062973
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x12
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7x5
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x4
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x6
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x5
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x14
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x8
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 414 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23x18
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x15
Office
- Level: Basement
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6x9
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x15
Sun room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x10
Utility room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x6
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Outdoor Furnace
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Lower Level, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Block,Egress Window(s),Finished,Partial,Storage Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,137
- Total interior livable area: 2,959 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,381
- Finished area below ground: 578
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Detached Garage, Concrete, Electric, Floor Drain, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Multiple Garages, RV Access/Parking, Storage, Tuckunder Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 6
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Four or More Level Split
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Porch, Rear Porch
Lot
- Size: 1.73 Acres
- Dimensions: 314 x 240
- Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Greenhouse, Workshop, Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1176
- Parcel number: 1602921220027
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Block
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Architectural Shingle,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Septic System Compliant - No
- Water: City Water/Connected, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bordners Garner Farmettes
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Lake Elmo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $232/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $546,600
- Annual tax amount: $5,396
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $686,500$232/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,302 +17.8% | $546,600 +7.7% |
| 2024 | $4,502 +4.9% | $507,300 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,292 +0.4% | $497,500 +20.5% |
| 2022 | $4,276 +17.1% | $413,000 0% |
| 2021 | $3,652 -0.1% | $413,100 +4.3% |
| 2020 | $3,654 | $395,900 |
| 2019 | $3,654 | $395,900 +6.4% |
| 2018 | $3,654 +0.6% | $372,100 +7.8% |
| 2017 | $3,632 +9.6% | $345,200 +12.6% |
| 2016 | $3,314 +15.2% | $306,700 +4.6% |
| 2015 | $2,876 | $293,200 +19.3% |
| 2013 | $2,876 +6.6% | $245,800 +2.1% |
| 2012 | $2,698 | $240,700 -7% |
| 2011 | $2,698 -8.5% | $258,700 -26.3% |
| 2010 | $2,948 +6.3% | $351,200 |
| 2009 | $2,772 +17.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,360 -2.8% | -- |
| 2007 | $2,428 +0.8% | -- |
| 2006 | $2,408 +5.7% | -- |
| 2005 | $2,279 +8.3% | -- |
| 2004 | $2,105 -9.2% | -- |
| 2003 | $2,319 +21.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,910 -18.2% | -- |
| 2001 | $2,334 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 55042
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Rutherford Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 5.5 mi
- 8/10Stillwater Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.8 mi
- 10/10Stillwater Area High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.8 mi
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