147 1st St
Description
The home itself provides a simple, functional layout ideal for a seasonal retreat, summer getaway, or low-maintenance year-round living. Enjoy morning...Charming one-story home in the heart of historic Excelsior Village, offering a rare opportunity to enjoy Lake Minnetonka living at an approachable price point. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence sits just steps from Water Street, where you can walk to numerous amazing restaurants, shops, Excelsior Commons, Kowalski's grocery, and the regional trail system.
The home itself provides a simple, functional layout ideal for a seasonal retreat, summer getaway, or low-maintenance year-round living. Enjoy morning coffee on the porch, evenings at the lake, and the convenience of being close to marinas, parks, and the vibrant downtown scene that defines Excelsior.
For those looking to build, the property also presents a prime custom build opportunity. Surrounded by high-end homes and ongoing investment in the area, this lot offers strong long-term potential. Listing agent has conceptual plans available for a new home designed to fit the site. Garage could be added to homesite.
Whether you’re looking for a “cabin in the city,” a weekend escape, or a future build site in one of Lake Minnetonka’s most sought-after communities, this property offers flexibility and location that are hard to replicate.
Listing Agent
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chris.dennis@compass.comP: (612)-229-9322
Property Details for 147 1st Street
Property Details for 147 1st Street
| Status | Pending |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 7027546 |
| Days on Compass | 3 |
| Taxes | $7,463 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family |
| Year Built | 1915 |
| Lot Size | 0.12 AC / 5,227 SF |
| County | Hennepin County |
Location
Building Information for 147 1st Street
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1Property Information for 147 1st Street
- City Name: Excelsior
- County Or Parish: Hennepin
- County: Hennepin-MN
- Directions: Water Street, to 2nd street, to center street, to first street. Home on right
- Latitude: 44.906572
- Longitude: -93.568356
- Map Coordinate: 117-E3
- City and Location: Excelsior
- City and Location Text: Excelsior(MN)
- Postal Code: 55331
- State Or Province: MN
- Public Survey Township: 117
- Additional Parcels: No
- Association Fee: $.00
- Association: No
- Parcel Number: 2711723440005
- Tax Annual Amount: $7,463.00
- Tax Legal Description: LOT 004 AUDITOR'S SUBD. NO. 135 NWLY 38 FT
- Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $.00
- Tax Year: 2026
- Tax With Assessments: 7463
- High School District: 1246 - Minnetonka
- School District Number: 1246
- School District Phone: 9524015000
- Above Grade Fin SQFT: 741.0
- Below Grade Fin SQFT: 0.0
- SQFT Total: 741.0
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Lot Features: Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Tree Coverage - Light
- Lot Size Area: 0.12
- Lot Size Dimensions: 37.5x132x39x132
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Present Use: Yearly
- Property Attached: No
- Property Sub Type: Single Family
- Property Type: Residential
- SQFT Main Total: 741
- Building Area Total: 1482.0
- Above Grade SqFt Total: 741
- Below Grade SqFt Total: 741
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water Source: City Water/Connected
- Accessibility Features: None
- Foundation Area: 741.0
- Fuel: Natural Gas
- Pool Features: None
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
- Roof: Asphalt, Pitched
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement Type: Block, Daylight/Lookout Windows
- Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s),Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Window,Natural Woodwork
- Bath Desc: Main Floor Full Bath
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 0
- Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Total Count: 1
- Bedrooms Total: 2
- Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- FireplaceYN: Yes
- Cooling: Central Air
- Dining Room Description: Informal Dining Room
- DP Resource: Yes
- Heating: Forced Air
- Laundry Features: In Basement
- Levels: One
- Room List: Deck, Dining Room, Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Screened Porch, Bedroom 2
- Basement YN: Yes
- Room Dimensions: 5x12
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Deck
- Room Dimensions: 8x8
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Dimensions: 9x10
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions: 8x10
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Dimensions: 10x14
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Dimensions: 9x9
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Screened Porch
- Room Dimensions: 9x10
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
Property History for 147 1st Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2026 | Pending NorthStar #7027546 | — | |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Price Change NorthStar #7027546 | $649,900 | — |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #7027546 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2026 | Pending NorthStar #7027546 | — |
| 03/19/2026 | Price Change NorthStar #7027546 | $649,900 |
| 03/19/2026 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #7027546 | — |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 147 1st Street
Schools near 147 1st Street
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Excelsior Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Minnetonka West Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Minnetonka Senior High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Tonka Online Public6 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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