227 W 5th St
Description
One-of-a-kind 6BR/3BA historic residence with 3-stall garage, rich architectural character, and flexible living spaces. Formerly theChurch of God, with records traced to 1924 via the Blue Earth County Historical Society. The original church foundation was reused, with a country churchfrom Judson, MN rebuilt on site in 1945. The church remained in use until 1986, when purchased by the current owner, a commercial constructioncarpenter who thoughtfully transformed the property. The former church altar...One-of-a-kind 6BR/3BA historic residence with 3-stall garage, rich architectural character, and flexible living spaces. Formerly theChurch of God, with records traced to 1924 via the Blue Earth County Historical Society. The original church foundation was reused, with a country churchfrom Judson, MN rebuilt on site in 1945. The church remained in use until 1986, when purchased by the current owner, a commercial constructioncarpenter who thoughtfully transformed the property. The former church altar remains in the living room as a striking focal point. Open-concept main levelwith kitchen featuring generous pantry space, original white hanging light fixtures from the church, spiral staircase, 2 main-floor bedrooms, and full bathwith hot tub, heated floors, and laundry. The entire second floor was built during renovation, offering 2 bedrooms, full bath, balcony, stained glass fromanother church, and 2 leaded-glass windows from Colorado. Navy-blue room is a legal bedroom. Lower level has separate entrance, living area, kitchen,bath, and bedrooms; previously used as pastoral residence and later church spaces. Don't forget to check out the 3rd story deck overlooking the city/valley. Active rental license through 12-31-2026. Historic details includedriveway lights from the City of Mankato, exterior lights from the original YMCA, and aged green metal elements salvaged from the former First NationalBank roofline. Cobblestone drive, fenced yard, flower beds, patio. Across from Roosevelt School, near parks, shopping, grocery, and worship. Quick closepossible. in the late 1800's to 1900's Ringling Brother circus tied their elephants to a tree that was in this back yard- lot- farmland. The circus probablykept other livestock here as well. Data from Mankato Historical Society also provided. Circus stories from neighbors-community members.
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Property Details for 227 West 5th Street
Subdivision Name
West Mankato
Zoning JurisdictionResidential-Single Family
LISTING UPDATED: 12/17/2025 08:29 AM
Property Details for 227 West 5th Street
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 6826879 |
| Days on Compass | 35 |
| Taxes | $5,219 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Residential / Single Family Residence |
| Year Built | 1900 |
| Lot Size | 0.20 AC / 8,624 SF |
| County | Blue Earth County |
Location
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Building Information for 227 West 5th Street
Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,624 SF
Payment Calculator
$2,871 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
Principal and Interest
$2,436
Property Taxes
$435
HOA Dues
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Property Information for 227 West 5th Street
Summary
Location and General Information
- City Name: Mankato
- County Or Parish: Blue Earth
- County: Blue Earth-MN
- Directions: Blue Earth St to Owatonna St to W 5th St
- Latitude: 44.157958
- Longitude: -94.020572
- Map Coordinate: 999-A1
- City and Location: Mankato
- City and Location Text: Mankato(MN)
- Postal Code: 56001
- State Or Province: MN
Taxes and HOA Information
- Additional Parcels: No
- Association Fee: $.00
- Association: No
- Parcel Number: R010813330019
- Tax Annual Amount: $5,219.00
- Tax Legal Description: WEST MANKATO E20' OF VAC OWATONNA ST LYG W & ADJ & N71.55' OF LOTS 15 & 016 179 00
- Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $.00
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax With Assessments: 5856
School Information
- High School District: 2262 - Mankato
- School District Number: 2262
- School District Phone: 5073871868
Property
Lot Information
- Above Grade Fin SQFT: 3969.0
- Below Grade Fin SQFT: 1734.0
- SQFT Total: 5703.0
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
- Lot Size Area: 0.198
- Lot Size Dimensions: 8625
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
- Present Use: Yearly
- Property Attached: No
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- SQFT Main Total: 1734
- Above Grade SqFt Total: 3816
- Below Grade SqFt Total: 1734
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water Source: City Water/Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
- Accessibility Features: Other
- Fencing: Wood
- Foundation Area: 1734.0
- Fuel: Natural Gas
- Pool Features: None
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
- Roof: Asphalt
- Patio Porch Type: Deck
Interior Features
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement Type: Partially Finished
- Bath Desc: 3/4 Basement,Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Upper Level Full Bath
- Bathrooms Full: 1
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
- Bathrooms Total Count: 3
- Bedrooms Total: 6
- Fireplace Features: Gas
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- FireplaceYN: Yes
- Cooling: Central Air
- Dining Room Description: Living/Dining Room
- DP Resource: Yes
- Garage Square Feet: 660
- Heating: Forced Air
- Laundry Features: Main Level
- Levels: One and One Half
- Room List: Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Bedroom 5, Bedroom, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 3
- Basement YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bathroom
Room 2
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Bathroom
Room 3
- Room Level: Lower
- Room Type: Bathroom
Room 4
- Room Dimensions: 18.4 x 12.10
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Dining Room
Room 5
- Room Dimensions: 9.5x12.8
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Family Room
Room 6
- Room Dimensions: 29.7x30.1
- Room Level: Lower
- Room Type: Family Room
Room 7
- Room Dimensions: 9.5x11
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 8
- Room Dimensions: 9.9x18.5
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
- Room Dimensions: 16.2x26
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 10
- Room Dimensions: 16.1x8.7
- Room Level: Lower
- Room Type: Kitchen
Room 11
- Room Dimensions: 27.2 x 26.2
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Living Room
Room 12
- Room Dimensions: 7.6x16.2
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 13
- Room Dimensions: 13.5x10.1
- Room Level: Lower
- Room Type: Bedroom 6
Room 14
- Room Dimensions: 26.7x26.0
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
Property History for 227 West 5th Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 14, 2025 | Price Change NorthStar #6826879 | $499,900 | — |
| Dec 14, 2025 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #6826879 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/14/2025 | Price Change NorthStar #6826879 | $499,900 |
| 12/14/2025 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #6826879 | — |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 227 West 5th Street
Taxable ValueLand$39,700Additions$382,600Total$422,300
Tax Record2025$5,856 ($488 / month)
Home Facts
Baths1Total Finished SqFt3,582 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,682 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt900 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,625 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1900CountyBLUE EARTHAPNR01.08.13.330.019Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 227 West 5th Street
This home is within Mankato Public School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 7 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Roosevelt Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Dakota Meadows Junior High School Public6 to 8 | ||
Mankato West Senior High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Central Freedom School Public7 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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