$319,000

879 17th St SE Forest Lake, MN 55025

Estimated payment $1,975/month

Total Views 4,299
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,403 Sq Ft
$227 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Lake View
  • The kitchen features windows
  • 3-minute walk to Bay Park

About This Home

Updated Split-Level 3-Bed, 2-Bath Home Just One Block from Lake Access This beautifully updated split-level home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a bright, functional layout—perfect for both everyday living and weekend escapes. Located in a quiet neighborhood just one block from lake access, it’s ideal for anyone who enjoys the outdoors. Inside, you’ll find an updated kitchen with modern finishes and plenty of counter space, along with refreshed bathrooms that add comfort and style. The split-level design offers a smart separation of living and private spaces, filled with natural light throughout. Step outside to enjoy two spacious decks—great for morning coffee, evening dinners, or entertaining friends. With nearby parks, trails, and playgrounds, this home offers peaceful living with outdoor convenience. Move-in ready and full of charm—this is lake living at its finest!

Listing Agent

Christopher Stjernholm

Trelora Realty, Inc Listed on: 08/22/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,003

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 5,619 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 51x110
  • Cleared Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Bi-Level Home

Interior Spaces

  • Living Room
  • Lake Views

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • The kitchen features windows

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Window Egress

Additional Features

  • Shared Waterfront
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • La Fall Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0903221440093

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,003

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Water Source: City Water/Connected
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 780
  • Water Body Name: Forest
  • Unit Levels: Split Entry (Bi-Level)
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Rental License?: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Block, Egress Window(s), Finished, Full
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Living Area: 1403
  • Fireplace: No
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 623
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Dining Room Type: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bathroom, Living Room, Kitchen

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • View: North
  • ConstructionMaterialsDesc: Frame
  • Lake Acres: 2270
  • LakeChain: N

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Square Feet: 432

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Window,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Natural Woodwork,Porch,Tile Floors,Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Forest Lake
  • SchoolDistrictNumber: 831
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 651-982-8103

Lot Info

  • Waterfront YN: No
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 51x110
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5619.24
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Cleared
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential-Single Family
  • AssessmentPending: No
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0903221440093
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3003
  • TaxWithAssessments: 3264.0000

Multi Family

  • WaterfrontFeatures: Lake View, Other, Shared

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $3,264 $292,100 $90,000 $202,100
2023 $3,264 $284,700 $96,000 $188,700
2022 $2,410 $281,400 $90,000 $191,400
2021 $2,338 $219,100 $70,000 $149,100
2020 $2,386 $211,000 $70,000 $141,000
2019 $2,278 $211,500 $70,000 $141,500
2018 $1,976 $199,100 $67,000 $132,100
2017 $3,024 $183,500 $60,000 $123,500
2016 $1,808 $173,400 $50,000 $123,400
2015 $1,756 $148,200 $41,800 $106,400
2013 -- $151,200 $45,300 $105,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/05/2025 09/05/25 Price Changed $319,000 -6.2% $227 / Sq Ft
08/22/2025 08/22/25 For Sale $340,000 +109.2% $242 / Sq Ft
10/14/2014 10/14/14 Sold $162,500 -9.7% $116 / Sq Ft
07/31/2014 07/31/14 Pending -- -- --
06/16/2014 06/16/14 For Sale $179,900 -- $128 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthstarMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $162,500 Title Recording Svcs
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $173,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $58,252 Credit Line Revolving
Open $210,700 New Conventional
Closed $7,500 Negative Amortization
Previous Owner $159,556 FHA
Previous Owner $162,105 FHA
Previous Owner $166,636 FHA
Previous Owner $171,179 FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 6770690

NorthstarMLS

APN: 09-032-21-44-0093