$579,900
COMING SOON

1281 Carlson Lake Ln Saint Paul, MN 55123

Estimated payment $3,499/month

Total Views 62
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,312 Sq Ft
0.6 Acres

Highlights

  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • The kitchen features windows
  • Northview Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • 2-minute walk to Carlson Lake Park

About This Home

Welcome to 1281 Carlson Lake Lane – A Lakeside Retreat Full of Charm and Possibility. Nestled on the tranquil shores of beautiful Carlson Lake, this lovingly maintained home offers a peaceful retreat with breathtaking views of nature and abundant wildlife. Cherished by the same family for over 50 years, the quality craftsmanship and pride of ownership are evident throughout. This spacious home features four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with three bedrooms conveniently located on one level. A fourth bedroom on the main floor adds flexibility—perfect for guests, a home office, or a private primary retreat. This room features sliding glass doors that open directly to the deck, offering easy access to the outdoors and scenic lake views. The main level also offers two generous living/family rooms, providing ample space for both relaxation and entertaining. One of these inviting spaces includes a built-in wet bar and sliding glass doors that open to the deck, creating the perfect setting for indoor-outdoor living. Enjoy the outdoors year-round with an expansive, partially covered front porch, ideal for morning coffee private setting surrounded by beautifully maintained landscaping. The home also features a walkout basement, expanding your living space and providing direct access to the backyard and lakefront. The basement includes a finished area ideal for a home office, theater room, or hobby space, with endless potential in the remaining unfinished space—think family room, home gym, additional bedrooms and bathrooms, or a workshop. Recent updates include newer mechanicals, windows, and insulation—offering comfort, energy efficiency, and peace of mind. Located in the award-winning, highly sought-after School District 196, this home combines natural beauty with top-tier education—an ideal setting for families looking to put down roots. Whether you’re enjoying lakeside coffee, stepping onto the deck from your bedroom or living room, or gathering around the firepit under the stars, 1281 Carlson Lake Lane invites you to slow down and savor the magic of life by the water or evening conversations. Out back, a deck, firepit, and mature trees create a peaceful, private setting surrounded by beautifully maintained landscaping. The home also features a walkout basement, expanding your living space and providing direct access to the backyard and lakefront. The basement includes a finished area ideal for a home office, theater room, or hobby space, with endless potential in the remaining unfinished space—think family room, home gym, additional bedrooms and bathrooms, or a workshop. Recent updates include newer mechanicals, windows, and insulation—offering comfort, energy efficiency, and peace of mind. Located in the award-winning, highly sought-after School District 196, this home combines natural beauty with top-tier education—an ideal setting for families looking to put down roots. Whether you’re enjoying lakeside coffee, stepping onto the deck from your bedroom or living room, or gathering around the firepit under the stars, 1281 Carlson Lake Lane invites you to slow down and savor the magic of life by the water.

Last Listed By

Shannon VanBurkleo

Coldwell Banker Realty Brokerage Phone: 612-481-5304 Listed on: 06/10/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,056

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 0.6 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 85x298x85x315

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • The kitchen features windows
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup
  • Partially Finished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 108435305040

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,056

Year Built

Built in 1974

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
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Water Source: City Water/Connected
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2024
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Rental License?: No
  • Attribution Contact: 612-481-5304
  • Attribution Contact: 612-481-5304
  • Special Features: ComingSoon
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Living Area: 2312
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 288
  • Basement YN: Yes

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • ConstructionMaterialsDesc: Block

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Square Feet: 576

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Amenities Unit: Deck,Kitchen Window,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Natural Woodwork,Patio,Washer/Dryer Hookup,Wet Bar

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan
  • SchoolDistrictNumber: 196
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 651-423-7700

Lot Info

  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 85x298x85x315
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 25961.76
  • Land Lease: No
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential-Single Family
  • AssessmentPending: Unknown
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Brick/Stone, Vinyl Siding

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 108435305040
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5056
  • TaxWithAssessments: 5056.0000

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Range of Values:

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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
2023 $4,696 $476,100 $135,800 $340,300
2022 $4,380 $456,100 $135,400 $320,700
2021 $4,232 $391,000 $117,700 $273,300
2020 $4,344 $370,100 $112,100 $258,000
2019 $3,760 $369,600 $106,800 $262,800
2018 $3,735 $339,400 $101,700 $237,700
2017 $3,774 $327,200 $96,900 $230,300
2016 $3,759 $316,000 $92,200 $223,800
2015 $3,474 $303,276 $89,507 $213,769
2014 -- $284,637 $86,557 $198,080
2013 -- $258,913 $77,569 $181,344
Source: Public Records

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Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 6735845

NorthstarMLS

APN: 10-84353-05-040