Seller's Agent in 2025
Jerry Wolesky
Fawver Agency
(507) 279-2174
147 in this area
168 Total Sales
401 5th Ave SW Austin, MN 55912
Estimated Value: $434,000 - $518,116
5
Beds
5
Baths
5,168
Sq Ft
$93/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Media Room
- 28,750 Sq Ft lot
- Wine Cellar
- City View
- Family Room with Fireplace
About This Home
As of September 2025Elegant & charming, bright, warm, nicely updated 5BR 5-bath 2-Story home on fantastic 2/3-acre lot in quiet neighborhood backing up to band shell park. This terrific family home boasts a welcoming foyer with open stairwell, lovely spacious living room, large formal dining room, new kitchen with butler's pantry, family/informal dining room, gorgeous sunroom & breezeway. On the upper level you'll find a pretty primary bedroom suite, second bedroom with ensuite, two more bedrooms, 5th bedroom/office, cedar lined walk in closet, excellent storage areas & it's all accessible by two stairwells. The walkout lower level has family/game room with pool table, kitchenette, media room, laundry room & great storage areas. You'll also find three wood burning fireplaces, hardwood floors, screened porch, covered patio, stone patio & double attached garage with full basement that could be a great wine cellar or cold storage. The stucco exterior is newly painted, slate roof with leaf filter gutter guards, new central air conditioning unit, new water heater, new kitchen appliances, security system & storage shed. An absolutely wonderful opportunity to own one of Austin's finest classic homes originally built for a member of the Hormel family.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,549
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Lot Details
- 28,750 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 168x172.2
- Many Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Storage or Cabinetry
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Slate Roof
- Rubber Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace Features Masonry
- Entrance Foyer
- Wine Cellar
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Media Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- City Views
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Double Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
- The kitchen features windows
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Storage
- Natural lighting in basement
Outdoor Features
- Breezeway
Utilities
- Central Air
- Vented Exhaust Fan
- Hot Water Heating System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
- Water Softener is Owned
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 348150440
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 25, 2014
Closed on
Sep 4, 2014
Sold by
University Of Minnesota Founda
Bought by
Collins Christopher K and Collins Cheryl D
Seller's Agent
Julie McHugh
RE/MAX Results - Austin
Buyer's Agent
Julie McHugh
RE/MAX Results - Austin
List Price
$279,000
Sold Price
$264,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,500
-5.2%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$214,779
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.22%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collins Christopher K | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/30/2025 09/30/25 | Sold | $450,000 | -8.0% | $87 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/12/2025 09/12/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/05/2025 08/05/25 | Price Changed | $489,000 | -2.0% | $95 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/17/2025 06/17/25 | Price Changed | $499,000 | -5.7% | $97 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | Price Changed | $529,000 | -8.0% | $102 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/10/2025 03/10/25 | For Sale | $575,000 | +117.4% | $111 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/05/2014 09/05/14 | Sold | $264,500 | -5.2% | $60 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/31/2014 07/31/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/25/2014 07/25/14 | For Sale | $279,000 | -- | $64 / Sq Ft |
Source: NorthstarMLS
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 | $5,864 | $445,600 | $100,000 | $345,600 |
| 2024 | $5,302 | $428,600 | $100,000 | $328,600 |
| 2023 | $6,360 | $369,700 | $100,000 | $269,700 |
| 2022 | $5,934 | $425,800 | $99,200 | $326,600 |
| 2021 | $5,912 | $360,500 | $66,100 | $294,400 |
| 2020 | $6,142 | $348,800 | $66,100 | $282,700 |
| 2018 | $1,847 | $348,100 | $66,100 | $282,000 |
| 2017 | $3,694 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,140 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,784 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2012 | $3,784 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jerry Wolesky
-
William Danielson
W
Buyer's Agent in 2025
William Danielson
WMD Realty
(507) 438-7728
61 in this area
87 Total Sales
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2014
Julie McHugh
RE/MAX
Map
Source: NorthstarMLS
MLS Number: 6680395
APN: 34-815-0440
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