7686 Homestead Ave S Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Estimated payment $2,237/month
Total Views
1,434
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,504
Sq Ft
$233
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Deck
- No HOA
- The kitchen features windows
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- 2 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located in the charming Rolling Hills neighborhood of Cottage Grove! From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the design, thoughtful updates, and move-in-ready condition of this spacious split-entry home.
Step inside from the attached two-car garage into a convenient front entryway with a coat closet-perfect for organization. Head up to a bright and welcoming main level featuring a layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen boasts a suite of stainless steel appliances and is filled with natural light from the window above the sink. Sunlight also pours in from the sliding patio door that opens to the backyard deck. The seamless flow between the kitchen, informal dining area, and living room creates a homey and functional gathering space.
The main level includes two bedrooms, both equipped with ceiling fans and window coverings, and a full bathroom just down the hall. Downstairs, the lower level offers two additional bedrooms both with east facing daylight windows, a 3/4 bathroom, and a spacious family room—perfect for movie nights or doubling as a play space. You’ll also find a dedicated laundry/utility room and a storage closet under the stairs to tuck away your seasonal needs.
Outside, enjoy the fully fenced backyard, complete with a wood privacy fence and a freshly repainted deck—ideal for summer BBQs, relaxing in the sun, or letting pets roam freely. A mature cherry tree in the front yard offers beauty in bloom and is ready to be harvested and turned into your next homemade pie!
The sellers have made numerous thoughtful updates to ensure comfort, style, and peace of mind for the next owner/s. In 2023 alone, the home received brand-new carpet throughout, fresh interior paint, a new furnace & A/C, new dishwasher, radon mitigation system, and a new clothes washer & dryer set. New water heater in 2024, and just this year a new fridge, new gas stove/oven, new LVP flooring installed in kitchen and entryway, and new front and garage backyard service doors. To top it all off, according to the previous owner's disclosures, the roof and siding were replaced in 2021!
Additional highlights include:
-Attached two-car garage provides ample space for additional storage, overhead or around the corner
-Functional and flexible split-level layout
-Modern touches with a neutral color palette, ready for your personalization
-Excellent natural light throughout
-Located near popular parks, schools, trails, and shopping
-Just minutes to major highways for easy commuting access
Whether you're looking for your first home or your forever home, this property is a must-see. This is a beautiful turn-key home in a well established neighborhood with great access to local amenities. Be sure to check out the “List of Improvements – 7686 Homestead Ave S” in the documents section for a full breakdown of updates and upgrades. This fantastic home is now available as the owners embark on a new adventure due to a job relocation; presenting you a chance to own this exceptionally maintained property. Schedule your showing today!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,946
Year Built
- Built in 1995
Lot Details
- 7,623 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 65x118
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Wood Fence
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Bi-Level Home
- Architectural Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Washer
- Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
- The kitchen features windows
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Primary Bedroom on Main
Additional Features
- Electronic Air Cleaner
- Deck
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Rolling Hills 7Th Add Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0802721410116
Map
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,946 | $319,000 | $100,000 | $219,000 |
| 2023 | $3,946 | $344,900 | $125,000 | $219,900 |
| 2022 | $3,484 | $314,300 | $116,200 | $198,100 |
| 2021 | $3,274 | $261,100 | $96,500 | $164,600 |
| 2020 | $3,116 | $249,300 | $93,000 | $156,300 |
| 2019 | $3,016 | $231,800 | $75,000 | $156,800 |
| 2018 | $2,926 | $220,100 | $75,000 | $145,100 |
| 2017 | $2,628 | $210,700 | $75,000 | $135,700 |
| 2016 | $2,844 | $194,400 | $60,000 | $134,400 |
| 2015 | $2,504 | $181,200 | $57,900 | $123,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $154,100 | $49,600 | $104,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/18/2025 07/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/14/2025 07/14/25 | Off Market | $350,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/12/2025 07/12/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | +18.0% | $233 / Sq Ft |
| 03/03/2023 03/03/23 | Sold | $296,500 | 0.0% | $197 / Sq Ft |
| 01/24/2023 01/24/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/19/2023 01/19/23 | Off Market | $296,500 | -- | -- |
| 01/17/2023 01/17/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/11/2023 01/11/23 | Price Changed | $307,000 | -1.6% | $204 / Sq Ft |
| 01/04/2023 01/04/23 | For Sale | $312,000 | -- | $207 / Sq Ft |
Source: NorthstarMLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $296,500 | Ancona Title | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $129,900 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $237,200 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $215,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $197,395 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $186,597 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
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Source: NorthstarMLS
MLS Number: 6752946
APN: 08-027-21-41-0116
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