503 Bluff Ave Brainerd, MN 56401
Estimated payment $2,486/month
Highlights
- Popular Property
- 38 Feet of Waterfront
- No HOA
- Lowell Elementary School Rated A-
- 1 Fireplace
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
Located in the historic Bluff Avenue neighborhood, this charming 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers character, space, and rare Mississippi River frontage on a nearly 1-acre lot. Beautifully restored hardwood floors run throughout much of the home, blending classic craftsmanship with numerous recent updates including refreshed bathrooms, landscaping improvements, and other thoughtful enhancements that maintain the home’s traditional feel while adding modern comfort. The spacious attic has been updated with fresh carpet and provides a large amount of versatile living space perfect for a bonus room, office, or guest area. With over 2,400 finished square feet, a large 30x24 detached garage, and approximately 42 feet of Mississippi River frontage, the property also offers close proximity to Essentia Health St. Joseph’s Hospital, Gregory Park, downtown Brainerd. This is a rare opportunity to own a classic home in one of Brainerd’s most desirable and walkable neighborhoods.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,326
Year Built
- Built in 1895
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 38x539x82x236x106x745
- 38 Feet of Waterfront
- River Front
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Interior Spaces
- 2,455 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- 1 Fireplace
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Hot Water Heating System
- Boiler Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Riverside Add The City Of Braine Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 41241589
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 | $2,746 | $273,800 | $45,200 | $228,600 |
| 2024 | $2,746 | $273,400 | $42,300 | $231,100 |
| 2023 | $2,534 | $266,400 | $39,800 | $226,600 |
| 2022 | $2,576 | $234,200 | $33,200 | $201,000 |
| 2021 | $2,530 | $196,900 | $31,200 | $165,700 |
| 2020 | $2,342 | $186,700 | $31,200 | $155,500 |
| 2019 | $2,132 | $168,400 | $31,200 | $137,200 |
| 2018 | $1,810 | $154,700 | $31,300 | $123,400 |
| 2017 | $1,760 | $118,342 | $26,067 | $92,275 |
| 2016 | $1,718 | $112,500 | $26,500 | $86,000 |
| 2015 | $1,572 | $103,100 | $22,000 | $81,100 |
| 2014 | $581 | $81,700 | $19,600 | $62,100 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2026 03/19/26 | For Sale | $419,900 | +20.0% | $171 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/29/2025 04/29/25 | Sold | $350,000 | 0.0% | $144 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/19/2025 03/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/07/2025 03/07/25 | For Sale | $349,900 | -- | $144 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $350,000 | First American Title Insurance | |
| Warranty Deed | $167,900 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $280,000 | New Conventional |
Source: NorthstarMLS
MLS Number: 7000423
APN: 09166001013Z009
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