$1,225,000
SOLD DEC 23, 2025

859 Excelsior Blvd Excelsior, MN 55331

5 Beds
2 Baths
3,521 Sq Ft
0.58 Acres

Recently Sold

$348 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake View
  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Excelsior Elementary School Rated A+
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of December 2025

Just steps from downtown Excelsior, this inviting home offers commanding views of St. Albans Bay and a truly special setting nestled on over half an acre. A unique opportunity, it blends the character of the original home with the amenities of a full 2020 main-level remodel. The open floor plan features a chef’s Kitchen designed for entertaining — complete with a 10-foot island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and laundry that opens to the vaulted Family Room which enjoys long lake views. Engineered wood floors span the main level, which also includes a Home Office overlooking the water and a fantastic Flex Room with a wood-burning fireplace — ideal for a library, playroom, or sitting room. An adjacent room has been roughed-in for a future full bath, offering even more potential. Two bedrooms complete the main level and include the Primary Suite, where you’ll find a clawfoot bathtub and luxurious tiled shower. Upstairs, the charm of the original home shines through in three additional bedrooms and an updated full bathroom. Downstairs you’ll find a comfortable Home Theatre with projector perfect for movie nights, a large Mud Room, and an unfinished area ready for a workshop or future expansion. There’s even a rough-in for a future bath. Outdoors, the setting is nothing short of spectacular. Surrounded by mature trees, the private backyard allows you to connect with family and friends on the large deck which spans the back of the home or relax in the gazebo while taking in the peaceful lake views. Step down to the lake to launch a kayak or paddleboard from the city-owned shoreline — all the benefits of lakefront living without the upkeep! The City of Excelsior has confirmed that there is potential to add another garage off the driveway – buyers/agents should check with the city in regard to future placement and options. Residents may apply for a dock slip through the City of Excelsior’s dock program. Stroll to Maynard’s for dinner, shop the boutiques of Water Street and enjoy the numerous community events held throughout the year in the Commons. Offering both tranquility and convenience, this property captures the best of Excelsior living — with lake life and walkability in one rare package.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stafford Family Realtors

Coldwell Banker Realty Brokerage Phone: 6122826895 Listed on: 10/27/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Mary McMahon

Coldwell Banker Realty Brokerage Phone: 6122826895

Last Buyer's Agent

Nicoli Holm

Keller Williams Realty Integrity

Keller Williams Realty Integrity

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,111

Year Built

  • Built in 1936

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 70 x 188 x 214 x 194
  • Irregular Lot
  • Few Trees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Pitched Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Lake Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • The kitchen features windows

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Freestanding Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Basement Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Mays Sub Lt 41 Galpins Add To Exc Subdivision
  • Property is near a preserve or public land

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3511723210020

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,111

Year Built

Built in 1936

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Water Source: City Water/Connected
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3106
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Attribution Contact: 6122826895
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Block, Full, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Unfinished
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Living Area: 3521
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 415
  • Basement YN: Yes

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt, Pitched
  • PoolFeatures: None
  • View: Bay, East, Lake, North, Panoramic, See Remarks
  • Other Structures: Gazebo
  • PatioPorchType: Deck
  • Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Feet: 15-26

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Tuckunder Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Zoned
  • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
  • LaundryFeatures: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Kitchen, Laundry Closet, Lower Level
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Power Company: Xcel Energy

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s), Deck, French Doors, Hardwood Floors, Kitchen Center Island, Kitchen Window, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Natural Woodwork, Panoramic View, Tile Floors, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Minnetonka
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 9524015000

Lot Info

  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 70 x 188 x 214 x 194
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Irregular Lot, Property Adjoins Public Land, Tree Coverage - Medium
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential-Single Family
  • AssessmentPending: No
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Frame

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 3511723210020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 14111
  • TaxWithAssessments: 14111

Multi Family

  • WaterfrontFeatures: Lake View

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 27, 2025
Closed on
Dec 15, 2025
Sold by
Gunaratne Junius A and Bennett Lindsay R
Bought by
Young David and Young Jamie
Seller's Agent
Stafford Family Realtors
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Nicoli Holm
Keller Williams Realty Integrity
List Price
$1,300,000
Sold Price
$1,225,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-5.77%
Views
77

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
64.58%
Original Mortgage
$832,750
Outstanding Balance
$831,961
Interest Rate
6.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$442,850

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2018
Sold by
Brooks Rhoda K and The Rhoda K Brooks Revocable T
Bought by
Gunaratne Junius A and Bennett Lindsay R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$656,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2014
Sold by
Brooks Ricardo Jorge and Brooks Julia
Bought by
Rhoda K Brooks Revocable Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$386,590
Interest Rate
4.07%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2001
Sold by
Brooks Ricardo J
Bought by
Brooks Rhoda K
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,225,000 Watermark Title
Trustee Deed $820,000 Partners Title Llc
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Triad Title & Abstract Llc
Deed $42,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $832,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $656,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $386,590 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/23/2025 12/23/25 Sold $1,225,000 0.0% $348 / Sq Ft
11/18/2025 11/18/25 Pending -- -- --
11/17/2025 11/17/25 Off Market $1,225,000 -- --
10/29/2025 10/29/25 For Sale $1,300,000 0.0% $369 / Sq Ft
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Rented $6,500 0.0% --
07/21/2025 07/21/25 For Rent $6,500 +62.5% --
12/14/2024 12/14/24 Rented $4,000 0.0% --
12/07/2024 12/07/24 Price Changed $4,000 -11.0% $1 / Sq Ft
11/17/2024 11/17/24 Price Changed $4,495 -18.3% $1 / Sq Ft
11/08/2024 11/08/24 For Rent $5,500 -- --
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
2024 $14,111 $1,072,200 $521,300 $550,900
2023 $14,549 $1,134,500 $474,500 $660,000
2022 $13,213 $1,004,000 $395,000 $609,000
2021 $10,755 $932,000 $492,000 $440,000
2020 $11,072 $775,000 $460,000 $315,000
2019 $7,562 $773,000 $410,000 $363,000
2018 $7,719 $553,000 $246,000 $307,000
2017 $7,350 $519,000 $226,000 $293,000
2016 $7,342 $508,000 $231,000 $277,000
2015 $6,642 $468,000 $196,000 $272,000
2014 -- $456,000 $196,000 $260,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 6806597

NorthstarMLS

APN: 35-117-23-21-0020