310 N Washington Ave Albert Lea, MN 56007
Estimated payment $4,966/month
Highlights
- 100 Feet of Waterfront
- Lake View
- No HOA
- Beach Access
- Deck
- 2-minute walk to Fountain Lake Park
About This Home
RARE, 1902 Historical home located on Fountain Lake with 100 feet of DIRECT SHORELINE for Summer and Winter activities, all with PANORAMIC VIEWS! 3 LEVELS OF LIVING, with useable, basement with tuck under garage plus a 3-stall detached garage and 8 additional parking stalls alongside the large backyard. Direct access to the lake with 3 docks and boat lift and with fabulous views of the lake from the house and the yard. 6 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 2 3/4 bathrooms, library, bonus room off the master bedroom that the current owners are using for an office/craft room that can be used in a variety of ways, balconies, spiral exterior staircase that leads to a 3rd level floor deck with fabulous views. Patio, front and back decks and 3-season porch. Sellers purchased this unhabitable home in 2013 and have done extensive renovations by restoring the era & history. Some features included are: RARE brown maple hardwood floors, exposed fabulous brick, original pocket doors, several original light fixtures, transom windows, original beams and woodwork, created updated open concept kitchen with quartz counters and cherrywood cupboards. Sellers added a high-efficiency boiler with hot water reservoir & replaced the roof on the house 7 years ago & 10 years on the garage. Extensive history with many owners living in it and renovating and with so many stories from many people who have been a part of this house and one room even named after a famous Actress that stayed there, prior information about being a Women's Boarding home and a Bed and Breakfast. House is zoned as both residential and commercial. Current owners are using the home for short term rentals and have it listed on Airbnb. Wouldn't you like to be part of the history of this home by owning this fabulous property so you can start making memories today!
Open House Schedule
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Saturday, April 25, 202610:30 am to 12:30 pm4/25/2026 10:30:00 AM +00:004/25/2026 12:30:00 PM +00:00RARE, 1902 Historical home located on Fountain Lake with 100 feet of DIRECT SHORELINE for Summer and Winter activities, all with PANORAMIC VIEWS! 3 LEVELS OF LIVING, with useable, basement with tuck under garage, 3-stall detached garage & 8 parking.Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,118
Year Built
- Built in 1902
Lot Details
- 100 Feet of Waterfront
- Lake Front
- Few Trees
- Zoning described as Business/Commercial,Residential-Single Family
Parking
- 4 Car Detached Garage
- Tuck Under Garage
Property Views
- Lake
- City
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 5,016 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Chandelier
- Gas Fireplace
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Disposal
- The kitchen features windows
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Deck
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Radiator
- 200+ Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
- Water Softener is Owned
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Cherry Street Add Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 341310020
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $5,574 | $339,200 | $162,900 | $176,300 |
| 2024 | $5,260 | $358,300 | $162,900 | $195,400 |
| 2023 | $4,794 | $348,000 | $162,900 | $185,100 |
| 2022 | $4,426 | $303,800 | $130,300 | $173,500 |
| 2021 | $4,396 | $248,800 | $130,300 | $118,500 |
| 2020 | $3,344 | $186,100 | $118,700 | $67,400 |
| 2019 | $3,266 | $183,400 | $118,700 | $64,700 |
| 2018 | $3,250 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,548 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,564 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $4,018 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2012 | $4,628 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/20/2026 04/20/26 | Price Changed | $856,000 | -9.9% | $171 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/01/2026 04/01/26 | For Sale | $949,900 | +548.4% | $189 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/09/2013 08/09/13 | Sold | $146,500 | -2.3% | $35 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/12/2013 07/12/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/25/2013 06/25/13 | For Sale | $149,900 | -- | $36 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Limited Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Limited Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Source: NorthstarMLS
MLS Number: 7047938
APN: 34.131.0020
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