Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds3,488 sqft$573/sqft
221 George St, Excelsior, MN 55331
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.36 acresLot Size
2012Year Built
$573/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Located just one block from Excelsior’s historic Water Street, this newer 4-bedroom, 4-bath , 3 car home offers modern luxury, rare privacy, and unmatched walkability in one of Lake Minnetonka’s most desirable lakeside communities. Enjoy immediate access to Kowalski’s, restaurants, churches, shops, and Excelsior’s lakefront park, beach, and public docks.
Set on one of the largest and most private lots in town, this home is finished with high-end materials and thoughtful design throughout. The main
...Located just one block from Excelsior’s historic Water Street, this newer 4-bedroom, 4-bath , 3 car home offers modern luxury, rare privacy, and unmatched walkability in one of Lake Minnetonka’s most desirable lakeside communities. Enjoy immediate access to Kowalski’s, restaurants, churches, shops, and Excelsior’s lakefront park, beach, and public docks.

Set on one of the largest and most private lots in town, this home is finished with high-end materials and thoughtful design throughout. The main level features a bright, open layout centered around a stunning three-season porch with Phantom Screens—perfect for enjoying Minnesota’s seasons. The gourmet kitchen includes a large center island with seating for six and views of the beautifully landscaped backyard.

The recently finished lower level offers a full wet bar with island, fireplace, media area, gaming zone, and walkout access to the side yard—ideal for entertaining and everyday living. Outside, enjoy expansive patios, a fire table, water feature, and stone walkways surrounded by lush landscaping.

Backing up to the Lake Minnetonka LRT Trail, this property provides seamless access to miles of walking and biking paths. A rare opportunity to own a turnkey home in the heart of Excelsior.

Listing Agent

  1. Brian Benson

    Brian Benson

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (612) 227-8629

    M: (612) 227-8629

Listing closed: 08/29/2025 12:00 AM • Source: NorthStar, MLS#: 6740288

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,742,500

Avg days on market

35

Sale-to-list ratio

98.3%

Excelsior, MN

9 comparable properties found

$2,100,000 | 151 3rd Street, Excelsior, MN 55331
1/48
1

$2,100,000

Sold 03/24/25

4
Bedrooms
3,537
Square Feet
0.23
Acres
$1,740,000 | 4940 Suburban Drive, Excelsior, MN 55331
2

$1,740,000

Sold 08/06/26

4
Bedrooms
3,938
Square Feet
0.67
Acres
$2,120,000 | 55 Fairhope Avenue, Excelsior, MN 55331
1/43
3

$2,120,000

Sold 04/18/25

4
Bedrooms
3,199
Square Feet
0.59
Acres
$1,500,000 | 4200 North Lane, Excelsior, MN 55331
1/8
4

$1,500,000

Sold 07/10/26

4
Bedrooms
3,630
Square Feet
0.46
Acres
$1,745,000 | 50 Highland Avenue, Excelsior, MN 55331
1/52
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$1,745,000

Sold 01/07/25

4
Bedrooms
4,146
Square Feet
0.72
Acres
$1,620,000 | 6190 Cardinal Road, Excelsior, MN 55331
6

$1,620,000

Sold 02/20/25

4
Bedrooms
4,180
Square Feet
1.40
Acres
$1,575,000 | 121 Courtland Street, Excelsior, MN 55331
7

$1,575,000

Sold 06/23/26

5
Bedrooms
3,171
Square Feet
0.21
Acres
$1,815,000 | 20060 Vine Street, Excelsior, MN 55331
1/63
8

$1,815,000

Sold 01/22/26

4
Bedrooms
4,200
Square Feet
1.14
Acres
$1,065,000 | 185 West Lake Street, Excelsior, MN 55331
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$1,065,000

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4
Bedrooms
3,350
Square Feet
0.16
Acres

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Property Information for 221 George Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $18,444 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
  • Subdivision Name: De Groodts Sub In Excelsior & Snells
  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: Residential-Single Family
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2012
  • Lot Size: 0.36 AC / 15,681 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Excelsior
  • County Or Parish: Hennepin
  • County: Hennepin-MN
  • Directions: HWY 7 to Oak Street, right onto Water Street, left onto George Street. Home on the right
  • Latitude: 44.902574
  • Longitude: -93.570905
  • 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
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 3411723120069
  • Tax Annual Amount: $18,444.00
  • Tax Legal Description: BLOCK 007 DE GROODTS SUBD IN EXCELSIOR & SNELLS LOT 316 AUD SUBD NO 135 AND LOT 5 AND THAT PART OF LOT 6 BLK 7 DE GROODTS SUBD OF LOT 46 IN EXCELSIOR AND LOTS 7 AND 8 OF SNELLS ADDN TO EXCELSIOR LYING SLY OF LOT 316 INCL ADJ VAC ALLEY
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $.00
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax With Assessments: 18444
School Information
  • High School District: 276 - Minnetonka
  • School District Number: 276
  • School District Phone: 9524015000
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 2363.0
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT: 1125.0
  • SQFT Total: 3488.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
  • Lot Size Area: 0.36
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 76x200x76x218
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Present Use: Yearly
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • SQFT Main Total: 1241
  • Building Area Total: 3584.0
  • Above Grade SqFt Total: 2343
  • Below Grade SqFt Total: 1241
Utilities
  • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
  • Water Source: City Water/Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Exterior Features: Stone, Cement Board
  • Foundation Area: 1241.0
  • Foundation Details: 8 ft+ Pour
  • Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, Sidewalks
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less, Architectural Shingle, Asphalt
  • Patio Porch Type: Front Porch,Patio,Porch,Screened
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Basement Type: Finished
  • Amenities Unit: Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Center Island,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Patio,Porch,In-Ground Sprinkler,Tile Floors,Wet Bar
  • Bath Desc: 3/4 Basement,Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Upper Level Full Bath
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Dining Room Description: Informal Dining Room
  • Garage Square Feet: 727
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Levels: Two
  • Room List: Three Season Porch, Family Room, Bedroom, Bedroom 4, Foyer, Great Room, Kitchen, Office, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3
  • Basement YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 14
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Three Season Porch
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 38 x 20
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 13
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 15
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 18 x 13
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 16
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 21 x 19
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 16 x 11
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 11
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3

Property History for 221 George Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 29, 2025

Sold

NorthStar #6740288

$2,000,000
Aug 27, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1914142438

$2,000,000
Aug 13, 2025

Pending

NorthStar #6740288

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/29/2025

Sold

NorthStar #6740288

$2,000,000
08/27/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1914142438

$2,000,000
08/13/2025

Pending

NorthStar #6740288

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 221 George Street

Taxable ValueLand$875,000Additions$918,800Total$1,793,800
Tax Record2025$25,029 ($2,086 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,343 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,343 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,682 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2012Year Renovated2012CountyHENNEPINAPN34-117-23-12-0069

Schools near 221 George Street

This home is within Minnetonka Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 12
Rating
School
Distance
Excelsior Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Minnetonka West Middle School
Public6 to 8

Minnetonka Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Shorewood Education Center
Public12

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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AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 221 George Street, Excelsior, MN 55331
$2,000,000
4
3,488
15,681
$135,000
2
1,738
12,632
$350,000
2
$1,500,000
7
5.5
3,015
14,375
2
1.5
1,389
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$280,000
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2,313
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