$302,000
SOLD AUG 21, 2025

1126 Benjamin Dr Alexandria, MN 56308

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,824 Sq Ft
0.28 Acres

Recently Sold

$166 Per Sq Ft

5% Below List Price

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Corner Lot
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to this charming, well-maintained home in a prime location! Perfectly situated on a large corner lot in a peaceful, sought-after neighborhood. This move-in-ready gem is sure to impress.
Step inside to an inviting open-concept layout featuring vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and eat-in kitchen—perfect for both daily living and entertaining. The main level boasts a spacious primary bedroom with a walk-in closet.
Recent upgrades include all-new carpet in the lower level, a recently replaced water heater (2023) and air conditioner (2024), and finished, insulated two-stall garage as well as a newer roof (less than 8 years old),
Outside, enjoy your own private backyard oasis with a cozy patio—ideal for relaxing evenings or hosting guests. You could also add a detached accessory building on this lot with curb access for extra storage needs, subject to approval by "The Trails Association Committee." And for outdoor enthusiasts, the Central Lakes Trail is just a short stroll away, plus a great park.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to own a well-maintained home in a prime location. Schedule your showing today—you’ll love what you find!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Julie Briese

Randy Fischer Real Estate, Inc Listed on: 06/06/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Hannah Vliem

Central MN Realty LLC

Central MN Realty LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,774

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Insulated Garage

Home Design

  • Bi-Level Home

Interior Spaces

  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Storage
  • Basement Window Egress

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • The Trails Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 633271040

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,774

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Water Source: City Water/Connected
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 912
  • Unit Levels: Split Entry (Bi-Level)
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Rental License?: No
  • FoundationDimensions: 24 38 24 38
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Block, Daylight/Lookout Windows, Egress Window(s), Finished, Storage Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Living Area: 1824
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 912
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Dining Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less
  • ConstructionMaterialsDesc: Concrete,Frame
  • PatioPorchType: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Asphalt, Insulated Garage
  • Garage Square Feet: 418

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
  • Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Amenities Unit: Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Patio,Washer/Dryer Hookup,Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Alexandria
  • SchoolDistrictNumber: 206
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 320-762-2141

Lot Info

  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 74 165 72 181
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12196.8
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential-Single Family
  • AssessmentPending: No
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 633271040
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2774
  • TaxWithAssessments: 2774.0000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 25, 2019
Sold by
Edenloff Jamie
Bought by
Nelson Jack T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$187,200
Outstanding Balance
$164,718
Interest Rate
3.5%
Estimated Equity
$146,121

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2017
Sold by
Olson Paula A
Bought by
Edenloff Jamie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 21, 2016
Sold by
Brown Jay M and Brown Jamie
Bought by
Olson Paula A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
3.52%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2011
Closed on
Jan 3, 2012
Sold by
Meyer Mohr Mindie J and Meyer Mindie J
Bought by
Brown Jay M
Seller's Agent
Bill Meyer
Alexandria Property Group
Buyer's Agent
Carl Kvale
Edina Realty, Inc.
List Price
$152,900
Sold Price
$142,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,400
-6.8%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.86%
Original Mortgage
$138,875
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 9, 2005
Sold by
Lumber One Cold Spring Inc
Bought by
Meyer Mindie J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $208,000 Integrity Title Inc
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $163,000 Integrity Title Inc
Warranty Deed $142,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $135,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $187,200 No Value Available
Previous Owner $180,000 VA
Previous Owner $120,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $138,875 FHA
Previous Owner $11,025 Unknown
Previous Owner $108,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $6,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/21/2025 08/21/25 Sold $302,000 -2.3% $166 / Sq Ft
07/17/2025 07/17/25 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Price Changed $309,000 -1.6% $169 / Sq Ft
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Price Changed $314,000 -1.6% $172 / Sq Ft
06/06/2025 06/06/25 For Sale $319,000 +123.9% $175 / Sq Ft
01/03/2012 01/03/12 Sold $142,500 -6.8% $143 / Sq Ft
09/17/2011 09/17/11 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2011 04/18/11 For Sale $152,900 -- $153 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthstarMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,774 $299,400 $30,000 $269,400
2024 $2,774 $284,600 $28,600 $256,000
2023 $2,738 $260,400 $28,600 $231,800
2022 $2,424 $232,300 $25,500 $206,800
2021 $2,172 $208,700 $25,500 $183,200
2020 $2,160 $186,600 $25,500 $161,100
2019 $2,058 $181,200 $25,500 $155,700
2018 $1,868 $177,500 $25,500 $152,000
2017 $1,766 $166,100 $25,500 $140,600
2016 $2,050 $157,334 $24,735 $132,599
2015 $1,904 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $140,900 $24,200 $116,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 6725629

NorthstarMLS

APN: 63-3271-040