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$399,000

8258 Hemingway Ave S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016

4beds

2,204sqft

$2,450/mo

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Single Family

Built in 1962

0.49 Acres Lot

$405,300 Zestimate^®

$181/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Welcome to this charming rambler-style home offering 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, designed for comfortable everyday living. The functional single-level layout provides generous living space, highlighted by a cozy wood-burning fireplace that's perfect for gathering with family and friends on cooler evenings. The finished basement features heated tile floors for added comfort, while the roof is only a year old, providing added peace of mind. Step outside to enjoy the large backyard, offering plenty of room for entertaining, gardening, pets, or outdoor activities. An exterior sprinkler system helps keep the lawn looking its best, and the included backyard playset makes this home especially inviting for those looking to enjoy fun and recreation right at home. With its practical floor plan, expansive yard, thoughtful updates, and warm, welcoming features, this property is ready to become the perfect place to call home.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 154 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11x14

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Area: 100 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10x10

Bedroom 3

Level: Basement
Area: 176 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11x16

Bedroom 4

Level: Basement
Area: 144 Square Feet
Dimensions: 18x8

Bathroom

Level: Main
Area: 49 Square Feet
Dimensions: 7x7

Bathroom

Level: Basement
Area: 120 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12x10

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 120 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12x10

Garage

Level: Main
Area: 816 Square Feet
Dimensions: 24x34

Laundry

Level: Basement
Area: 120 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12x10

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 336 Square Feet
Dimensions: 28x12

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 56 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14x4

Living room

Level: Basement
Area: 322 Square Feet
Dimensions: 23x14

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Laundry: In Basement

Features

Basement: Drain Tiled,Finished,Full,Sump Pump,Tile Shower
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,204
Total interior livable area: 2,204 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,200
Finished area below ground: 1,004

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached, Concrete, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
Attached garage spaces: 2

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Deck
Fencing: Chain Link

Lot

Size: 0.49 Acres
Features: Tree Coverage - Heavy

Details

Foundation area: 1200
Parcel number: 1702721140022
Zoning description: Residential-Single Family

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family

Materials

Block, Concrete, Frame
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1962

Utilities & green energy

Gas: Natural Gas
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Water: City Water/Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Thompson Grove Estates 1st Add

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Cottage Grove

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $181/sqft
Tax assessed value: $326,100
Annual tax amount: $4,283
Date on market: 8/4/2026
Cumulative days on market: 8 days

Estimated market value

$405,300

$385,000 - $426,000

$2,709/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/12/2026	Listed for sale	$399,000$181/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7121402 Report a problem
8/9/2026	Pending sale	$399,000$181/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7121402 Report a problem
8/6/2026	Listed for sale	$399,000+153.5%$181/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7121402 Report a problem
10/1/2013	Sold	$157,400-21.3%$71/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4375358 Report a problem
3/17/2005	Sold	$200,000+42.9%$91/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
10/30/2003	Sold	$140,000-20%$64/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/29/2003	Sold	$175,000$79/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,522 -0.7%	$308,900 -6.4%
2024	$4,554 +20.7%	$330,000 +8.8%
2023	$3,774 +3.3%	$303,300 +16.6%
2022	$3,654 +3.5%	$260,100 -4.7%
2021	$3,532	$272,800 +5%
2020	$3,532	$259,700
2019	$3,532	$259,700 +7.3%
2018	$3,532 +5.3%	$242,100 +9.1%
2017	$3,354 +8.1%	$222,000 +11.4%
2016	$3,102 +10%	$199,200 +10.4%
2015	$2,820	$180,500 +17.7%
2013	$2,820 +18.9%	$153,400 +5%
2012	$2,372	$146,100 -13%
2011	$2,372 -10.1%	$167,900 -15.5%
2010	$2,638 -5.2%	$198,700
2009	$2,782 +7.1%	--
2008	$2,598 +8.8%	--
2007	$2,388 +11.8%	--
2006	$2,136 +1.4%	--
2005	$2,107 +5%	--
2004	$2,007 +20.6%	--
2003	$1,664 +10.3%	--
2002	$1,508 -0.5%	--
2001	$1,515	--