520 Ferndale Road West

















































































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This storybook estate flawlessly marries sophisticated elegance with state-of-the-art modern efficiency, all framed by commanding, south-facing views over Lake Minnetonka’s coveted Brown’s Bay. Having undergone a complete, immaculate transformation since 2021, the residence has been meticulously redesigned to offer an unparalleled standard of modern luxury while seamlessly preserving its timeless architectural heritage....Welcome to a rare, generational offering on the highly prestigious Ferndale Road.
This storybook estate flawlessly marries sophisticated elegance with state-of-the-art modern efficiency, all framed by commanding, south-facing views over Lake Minnetonka’s coveted Brown’s Bay. Having undergone a complete, immaculate transformation since 2021, the residence has been meticulously redesigned to offer an unparalleled standard of modern luxury while seamlessly preserving its timeless architectural heritage.
Designed with an emphasis on space and privacy, the home features four expansive bedroom suites and four flawless bathrooms. Work from home is entirely redefined in the lake-facing executive office, where panoramic lake views provide a spectacular backdrop to your daily routine.
No detail was spared in the recent renovations. Every space has been elevated with flawless design, high-end finishes, and an abundance of natural light—including a temperature-controlled, 500-bottle custom wine cellar for the ultimate enthusiast.
This is where luxury meets efficiency. Enjoy radiant heated flooring throughout the entire main level and garage, backed by advanced, ultra-efficient mechanical systems that ensure peak performance and comfort year-round. Peace of mind comes standard with a discreet, top-of-the-line home security system.
An oversized, fully finished two-car garage featuring custom storage integration and radiant heated floors—immaculately curated for the discerning collector.
Perfectly positioned to capture breathtaking, south facing panoramic lake views from Brown's Bay, this beautifully landscaped estate offers a rare blend of natural beauty and structural permanence. From its full solid stone cladding and thick-cut cedar shake roof, the home is engineered to endure for generations, promising decades of effortless, low-maintenance living.
Located on one of the area’s most prestigious and sought-after roads, this Ferndale masterpiece seamlessly pairs turn-key luxury with significant expansion potential. It is an unparalleled opportunity—offering a refined lakeside sanctuary today, with the structural and spatial freedom to evolve for tomorrow.
Walkable to downtown Wayzata’s world-class dining and many boutique shops. Opportunities of this caliber on Ferndale Road are exceedingly rare. For the discerning buyer, this masterpiece represents an unparalleled offering in a highly coveted location.
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Property Information for 520 Ferndale Road West
- City Name: Wayzata
- County Or Parish: Hennepin
- County: Hennepin-MN
- Directions: Lake front on Ferndale Road W from Lake Street
- Latitude: 44.963648
- Longitude: -93.537835
- Nbr of Acres: 14206
- Lake Bottom: Sand
- Lake Name: General Development
- PLAT: 113
- Map Coordinate: 104-A3
- City and Location: Wayzata
- City and Location Text: Wayzata(MN)
- Postal Code: 55391
- State Or Province: MN
- Public Survey Township: 117
- Waterfront Property YN: No
- Water Body Name: Minnetonka
- Waterfront Footage: 27013300
- Waterfront Descrip: 0-4
- Waterfront Frontage: 148
- Additional Parcels: No
- Association Fee: $.00
- Association: No
- Parcel Number: 0111723330002
- Tax Annual Amount: $70,872.00
- Tax Legal Description: AUDITOR'S SUBD. NO. 184 LOT 85 AND THAT PART OF LOT 78 LYING W OF A LINE COM AT THE SE COR OF LOT 78 TH N ALONG THE E LINE OF SAID LOT TO A PT DIS 50 FT S FROM THE NE COR THEREOF TH W AT RT ANGLES 1 FT TH AT RT ANGLES N TO N LINE OF SAID LOT LOTS 78 AND 85
- Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $.00
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax With Assessments: 70872
- High School District: 284 - Wayzata
- School District Number: 284
- School District Phone: 7637455000
- Above Grade Fin SQFT: 4982.0
- Below Grade Fin SQFT: 0.0
- SQFT Total: 4982.0
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Light
- Lot Size Area: 0.4
- Lot Size Dimensions: 154x121x111x128
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Present Use: Yearly
- Property Attached: No
- Property Sub Type: Single Family
- Property Type: Residential
- SQFT Main Total: 4982
- Building Area Total: 4982.0
- Above Grade SqFt Total: 4982
- Below Grade SqFt Total: 0
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water Source: City Water/Connected
- Accessibility Features: Accessible Elevator Installed, Roll-In Shower
- Exterior Features: Stone
- Foundation Area: 4982.0
- Foundation Details: Slab
- Fuel: Natural Gas
- Road Frontage Type: City Street
- Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
- Roof: Shake, Age Over 8 Years
- Patio Porch Type: Patio
- Basement Type: None
- Bathrooms Full: 0
- Bathrooms Half: 1
- Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
- Bathrooms Three Quarter: 3
- Bathrooms Total Count: 4
- Bedrooms Total: 4
- Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Fireplaces Total: 2
- FireplaceYN: Yes
- Cooling: Central Air
- Garage Dimensions: 27x21.6
- Garage Square Feet: 585
- Heating: Forced Air, In-Floor Heating
- Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
- Levels: Two
- Room List: Dining Room, Bedroom, Bedroom 4, Garage, Hearth Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Office, Pantry (Walk-In), Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Wine Cellar
- Basement YN: No
- Room Dimensions: 14x12
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Room Dimensions: 25x15
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions: 23x16
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Room Dimensions: 27x21
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Garage
- Room Dimensions: 13x9
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Hearth Room
- Room Dimensions: 20x16
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Dimensions: 19x19
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Living Room
- Room Dimensions: 21x10
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
- Room Dimensions: 18x15
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Office
- Room Dimensions: 8x6
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Pantry (Walk-In)
- Room Dimensions: 18x13
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Room Dimensions: 16x13
- Room Level: Upper
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Room Dimensions: 7x4
- Room Level: Main
- Room Type: Wine Cellar
Property History for 520 Ferndale Road West
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2026 | Price Change NorthStar #7101515 | $6,500,000 | — |
| Aug 3, 2026 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #7101515 | — | |
| Apr 30, 2021 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1461133226 | $4,500,000 | — |
| Dec 12, 2002 | Off Market NorthStar #2098686 | — | |
| Dec 12, 2002 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #2098686 | $1,150,000 | — |
| Dec 11, 2002 | Sold NorthStar #2098686 | $1,150,000 | — |
| Dec 11, 2002 | Off Market NorthStar #2098686 | — | |
| Dec 11, 2002 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #2098686 | $1,150,000 | — |
| Jul 21, 1992 | Sold NorthStar #775655 | $750,000 | — |
| Jul 21, 1992 | Pending NorthStar #775655 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/03/2026 | Price Change NorthStar #7101515 | $6,500,000 |
| 08/03/2026 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #7101515 | — |
| 04/30/2021 | Sold (Public Record) Public Record #1461133226 | $4,500,000 |
| 12/12/2002 | Off Market NorthStar #2098686 | — |
| 12/12/2002 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #2098686 | $1,150,000 |
| 12/11/2002 | Sold NorthStar #2098686 | $1,150,000 |
| 12/11/2002 | Off Market NorthStar #2098686 | — |
| 12/11/2002 | Listed (Active) NorthStar #2098686 | $1,150,000 |
| 07/21/1992 | Sold NorthStar #775655 | $750,000 |
| 07/21/1992 | Pending NorthStar #775655 | — |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
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Schools near 520 Ferndale Road West
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Gleason Lake Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Wayzata West Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Wayzata High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Central Middle Alternative (Cmap) Public6 to 8 |
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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