1065 Tonkawa Road
Description
attached private in-law suite and separate guest cottage–offering comfort and flexibility for hosting. The property showcases a rare sandy beach, ideal for swimming,...Experience the pinnacle of lakeside luxury with this extraordinary custom-built Lake Minnetonka estate set on nearly 130 feet of pristine sandy shoreline in highly sought-after Orono. Built with timeless architectural design and exceptional craftsmanship, this nearly 10,000 sqft residence features 7 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, along with an
attached private in-law suite and separate guest cottage–offering comfort and flexibility for hosting. The property showcases a rare sandy beach, ideal for swimming, boating, and enjoying the best of Lake Minnetonka living. As you step in, you’re greeted by expansive living spaces, soaring ceilings, and panoramic lake views. The gourmet chef’s kitchen features premium finishes, custom cabinetry, and beautifully sanded hardwood floors, with a layout designed for both intimate gatherings and grand-scale entertaining. The main-level primary suite offers a private retreat with in-floor heat and a spa-inspired bath. The walkout lower level is also designed for entertaining, featuring a sophisticated wet bar, private theater room, in-floor heat, fitness room and indoor sport court, allowing you to enjoy wellness & recreation without ever leaving home. Step outside to your private outdoor oasis with a paver patio, built-in grill, and an outdoor TV
lounge area, creating an exceptional setting for entertaining with breathtaking lake views. Enjoy the added luxury of a sunroom with stone fireplace, boat house storage, and dock with canopies, enhancing your lakefront experience. An oversized heated garage, private hobby room, and built-in storage cabinets complete
the home. Located within the award-winning Orono School District and minutes from the lakefront communities of Wayzata & Excelsior, enjoy premier dining, boutique shopping, & vibrant entertainment offering upscale waterfront experiences. This is more than a private residence–it’s a legacy Lake Minnetonka estate where luxury, lifestyle, and location converge in one extraordinary offering.
- Listed by: • RE/MAX Advantage Plus
Open Houses
Location
$38,973 per month
30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest
$34,647
$4,326
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1Property Information for 1065 Tonkawa Road
Property Details
- Taxes: $51,911 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
- County: Hennepin County
- Subdivision Name: Auditors Sub 217
- View: Lake, Panoramic
- Waterfront Features: Dock, Lake Front
- Waterfront YN: Yes
- Zoning Jurisdiction: Residential-Single Family
Building Information
- Year Built: 2013
- Lot Size: 0.95 AC / 41,382 SF
Summary
- City Name: Orono
- County Or Parish: Hennepin
- County: Hennepin-MN
- Directions: North shore drive, north on Tonkawa Road property the left.
- Latitude: 44.959049
- Longitude: -93.614534
- Nbr of Acres: 14206
- Lake Name: General Development
- PLAT: 113
- Map Coordinate: 103-C4
- City and Location: Orono
- City and Location Text: Orono(MN)
- Postal Code: 55356
- State Or Province: MN
- Public Survey Township: 117
- Waterfront Property YN: No
- Water Body Name: Minnetonka
- Waterfront Footage: 27013300
- Waterfront Frontage: 129
- Additional Parcels: No
- Association Fee: $.00
- Association: No
- Parcel Number: 0811723130001
- Tax Annual Amount: $51,911.00
- Tax Legal Description: LOT 006 AUDITOR'S SUBD. NO. 217 NWLY 128 21/100 FT OF LOT 6
- Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $.00
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax With Assessments: 51911
- High School District: 278 - Orono
- School District Number: 278
- School District Phone: 9524498305
Property
- Above Grade Fin SQFT: 5417.0
- Below Grade Fin SQFT: 3841.0
- SQFT Total: 9258.0
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Medium, Underground Utilities
- Lot Size Area: 0.95
- Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Other Structures: Boat House, Guest House
- Present Use: Yearly
- Property Attached: No
- Property Sub Type: Single Family
- Property Type: Residential
- SQFT Main Total: 2715
- Building Area Total: 9499.0
- Above Grade SqFt Total: 5417
- Below Grade SqFt Total: 4082
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Other
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water Source: Drilled, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
- Accessibility Features: None
- Exterior Features: Block, Stone, Cement Board, Engineered Wood, Shakes
- Fencing: Invisible, Partial
- Foundation Area: 4082.0
- Foundation Details: Other
- Fuel: Natural Gas
- Road Frontage Type: County Road
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt
- Patio Porch Type: Deck,Enclosed,Front Porch,Patio,Porch,Screened,Side Porch,Terrace
- Appliances: Air-To-Air Exchanger, Central Vacuum, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Humidifier, Water Filtration System, Water Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Basement Type: Drain Tiled, Finished, Full, Storage Space, Sump Basket, Sump Pump, Tile Shower, Walkout
- Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Dock,Ethernet Wired,Exercise Room,French Doors,Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Center Island,Kitchen Window,Local Area Network,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Natural Woodwork,Outdoor Kitchen,Patio,Paneled Doors,Porch,Panoramic View,Security System,In-Ground Sprinkler,Tile Floors
- Bath Desc: Two Basement Baths,3/4 Basement,3/4 Jack & Jill,Double Sink,Bathroom Ensuite,Full Primary,Full Basement,Private Primary,Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Main Floor Full Bath,Separate Tub & Shower,Upper Level 3/4 Bath,Upper Level Full Bath,Jetted Tub,Walk Thru
- Bathrooms Full: 3
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 3
- Bathrooms Total Count: 7
- Bedrooms Total: 7
- Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Stone
- Fireplaces Total: 3
- FireplaceYN: Yes
- Cooling: Central Air, Ductless Mini-Split, Zoned
- Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Area,Eat In Kitchen,Informal Dining Room,Kitchen/Dining Room,Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Garage Square Feet: 1620
- Heating: Boiler, Ductless Mini-Split, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Humidity Control, In-Floor Heating, Zoned
- Laundry Features: In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Lower Level, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
- Levels: Two
- Room List: Athletic Court, Dining Room, Exercise Room, Family Room, Bedroom 5, Bedroom, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 6, Sun Room, Bedroom 3
- Basement YN: Yes
Room Information
- Room Dimensions: 23'2"x33'10"
- Room Level: Lower
- Room Type: Athletic Court
- Room Dimensions: 13'1"x15'4"
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Dimensions: 32'3"x19'4"
- Room Level: Lower
- Room Type: Exercise Room
- Room Dimensions: 23'2"x25'2"
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Dimensions: 14'10"x28'
- Room Level: Lower
- Room Type: Family Room
- Room Dimensions: 24'3"x16'9"
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Bedroom 5
- Room Dimensions: 13'7"x18'9"
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions: 15'10"x17'4"
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Dimensions: 19'7"x13'1"
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Dimensions: 18'8"x22'2"
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Dimensions: 13'1"x13'8"
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Dimensions: 12'7"x11'2"
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom 6
- Room Dimensions: 11'11"x16'3"
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Sun Room
- Room Dimensions: 15'2"x19'5"
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
Property History for 1065 Tonkawa Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | Price Change NorthStar #7110790 | $6,490,000 | — |
| Jul 16, 2026 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #7110790 | — | |
| Jul 16, 2026 | Off Market NorthStar #7063573 | — | |
| May 30, 2026 | Price Change NorthStar #7063573 | $6,790,000 | — |
| Apr 28, 2026 | Price Change NorthStar #7063573 | $7,350,000 | — |
| Apr 28, 2026 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #7063573 | — | |
| Apr 28, 2026 | Off Market NorthStar #7046740 | — | |
| Apr 9, 2026 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #7046740 | — | |
| Mar 21, 2011 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #306101104 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Mar 21, 2011 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #306101104 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Mar 15, 2011 | Sold NorthStar #3962977 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Mar 15, 2011 | Sold Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1657245 | $1,100,000 | — |
| Feb 10, 2011 | Pending NorthStar #3962977 | — | |
| Feb 10, 2011 | Pending Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1657245 | — | |
| Aug 23, 2010 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #3962977 | $1,995,000 | — |
| Aug 23, 2010 | Listed (Active) Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1657245 | $1,995,000 | — |
| Jun 10, 2010 | Off Market NorthStar #3806394 | — | |
| Jun 10, 2010 | Off Market Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1639826 | $2,395,000 | — |
| Jul 1, 2009 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #3806394 | $2,395,000 | — |
| Jul 1, 2009 | Listed (Active) Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1639826 | $2,395,000 | — |
| Apr 4, 2000 | Off Market NorthStar #1493543 | — | |
| Apr 3, 2000 | Sold NorthStar #1493543 | $1,000,000 | — |
| Apr 3, 2000 | Off Market NorthStar #1493543 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2026 | Price Change NorthStar #7110790 | $6,490,000 |
| 07/16/2026 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #7110790 | — |
| 07/16/2026 | Off Market NorthStar #7063573 | — |
| 05/30/2026 | Price Change NorthStar #7063573 | $6,790,000 |
| 04/28/2026 | Price Change NorthStar #7063573 | $7,350,000 |
| 04/28/2026 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #7063573 | — |
| 04/28/2026 | Off Market NorthStar #7046740 | — |
| 04/09/2026 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #7046740 | — |
| 03/21/2011 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #306101104 | $1,100,000 |
| 03/21/2011 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #306101104 | $1,100,000 |
| 03/15/2011 | Sold NorthStar #3962977 | $1,100,000 |
| 03/15/2011 | Sold Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1657245 | $1,100,000 |
| 02/10/2011 | Pending NorthStar #3962977 | — |
| 02/10/2011 | Pending Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1657245 | — |
| 08/23/2010 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #3962977 | $1,995,000 |
| 08/23/2010 | Listed (Active) Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1657245 | $1,995,000 |
| 06/10/2010 | Off Market NorthStar #3806394 | — |
| 06/10/2010 | Off Market Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1639826 | $2,395,000 |
| 07/01/2009 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #3806394 | $2,395,000 |
| 07/01/2009 | Listed (Active) Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1639826 | $2,395,000 |
| 04/04/2000 | Off Market NorthStar #1493543 | — |
| 04/03/2000 | Sold NorthStar #1493543 | $1,000,000 |
| 04/03/2000 | Off Market NorthStar #1493543 | — |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1065 Tonkawa Road
Taxable Value
Land
$2,255,400Additions
$2,680,600Tax Record
2025
$57,182 ($4,765 / month)Home Facts
Beds
6Baths
5.8Total Finished SqFt
5,417 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt
5,417 SqFtStories
2Lot Size
41,382 SqFtStyle
Single Family ResidenceYear Built
2013Year Renovated
2013County
HENNEPINAPN
08-117-23-13-0001Schools near 1065 Tonkawa Road
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 2 | |||
| Public - | 3 to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Schumann Elementary School PublicPK to 2 | ||
Orono Intermediate Elementary School Public3 to 5 | ||
Orono Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Orono Senior High School Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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