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5521 Emerson Avenue S

Minneapolis, MN 55419

Name: Open House: 4pm-6pm
Start: 2025-07-17T16:00:00
End: 2025-07-17T18:00:00
Location: 5521 Emerson Avenue S

3 beds
2 baths
1,520 sqft
5,662 sqft lot
$263 per sqft
1941 build
– on site

Updated Charmer in the Heart of Kenny! This home offers a perfect blend of classic character and modern updates in one of Southwest Minneapolis’ most desirable neighborhoods. Hardwood floors flow through the main level, which includes two bright bedrooms and a beautifully updated full bath with crisp white stone tile. The kitchen features white cabinetry, a butcher block breakfast bar, and a farmhouse sink, blending form and function with charm. Upstairs, the private upper-level bedroom offers a cozy retreat with natural light and hardwood flooring. The finished lower level extends your living space with a comfortable family room, generous storage and laundry area, and a newly added bathroom. Enjoy the outdoors in the flat backyard, complete with a pergola-covered patio and fully fenced, ready for summer evenings and weekend lounging. Located perfectly with walkable access to trails, Minnehaha Creek, shops, coffee, restaurants, and the Chain of Lakes. Zoned for Kenny Elementary, Anthony Middle, and Southwest High. This one won't last long!

Listing courtesy of NORTHSTAR / Cara Hobbs / River City Realty

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The Building

Year Built:

1941
New Construction:

false
Age Of Property:

84
Construction Materials:

Fiber Cement
Roof:

Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt
Accessibility Features:

None
Levels:

One and One Half
Main Level Finished Area:

740.0000
Basement:

Block, Daylight/Lookout Windows, Finished, Full
Basement:

true
Foundation Area:

720
Foundation Dimensions:

30x24
Manufactured Home:

No
Building Area Total:

1895
Above Grade Finished Area:

1175
Below Grade Finished Area:

345

Interior

Dining Room Description:

Eat In Kitchen
Fireplace:

false
Amenities:

Hardwood Floors,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Patio,Tile Floors

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1520

Location

Directions:

54th St to Emerson Ave S, south to home.
Latitude:

44.902615
Longitude:

-93.294293

The Property

Parcel Number:

2102824120184
Zoning Description:

Residential-Single Family
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Additional Parcels:

false
Lot Features:

Some Trees
Lot Size Area:

0.13
Lot Size Dimensions:

40x140
Lot Size SqFt:

5662.8
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Road Frontage Type:

City Street
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road
Fencing:

Full, Wood
Water Source:

City Water/Connected
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2025
Tax Annual Amount:

5018
Tax With Assessments:

5018.3400

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

2
Bath Description:

3/4 Basement,Main Floor Full Bath
Full Baths:

1
Three Quarter Baths:

1

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

City Sewer/Connected

Appliances

Appliances:

Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Schools

High School District:

Minneapolis

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Thorpe Bros Lyndale Heights
Association:

false
Assessment Pending:

No

Parking

Parking Features:

Attached Garage, Concrete
Garage Spaces:

1
Garage SqFt:

200

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$399,900

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,141
Taxes	$418
Insurance	$109
Utilities	$198 See report
Total	$2,866/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
7/15/25 Jul 15, 2025	Listed / Active	NORTHSTAR	$399,900
7/10/25 Jul 10, 2025	Coming Soon	NORTHSTAR	$399,900	6.6% (4.8% / YR)
2/20/24 Feb 20, 2024		NORTHSTAR	$375,000	7.2%

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This house located in Southwest Minneapolis, Minneapolis, MN 55419 is currently for sale for $399,900. 5521 Emerson Avenue S is a 1,520 square foot house with 3 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 6 days. 5521 Emerson Avenue S is in the Southwest Minneapolis neighborhood of Minneapolis and has a WalkScore® of 34, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Kenny Elementary School, Southwest High School, and Anthony Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: NORTHSTAR and River City Realty.

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5521 Emerson Avenue S

Minneapolis, MN 55419