Sold
Last Sold Price
612,453 Lot Size14.06 Acres

860 Brown Rd S, Wayzata, MN 55391

LandProperty Type
14.06 acresLot Size
1955Year Built
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Step into your own private sanctuary with limitless possibilities at this remarkable 14-acre estate, where nature’s beauty and modern architecture blend seamlessly. Nestled amidst towering hardwood trees and offering sweeping views towards Lake Minnetonka’s Tanager Bay, this property presents an extraordinary canvas for your dream home. With 6 acres of buildable land, the slightly sloping walkout elevation provides stunning east-facing sunrises and a serene overlook of the marshland. The property...Step into your own private sanctuary with limitless possibilities at this remarkable 14-acre estate, where nature’s beauty and modern architecture blend seamlessly. Nestled amidst towering hardwood trees and offering sweeping views towards Lake Minnetonka’s Tanager Bay, this property presents an extraordinary canvas for your dream home. With 6 acres of buildable land, the slightly sloping walkout elevation provides stunning east-facing sunrises and a serene overlook of the marshland. The property boasts a gently sloping walkout elevation, perfectly positioned to capture breathtaking east-facing sunrises that flood the interior with warm, natural light. Located in the prestigious Orono School District, celebrated for its award-winning and top-ranked schools, this estate offers more than just remarkable natural beauty—it also places you in a highly desirable community. Its premier location ensures you are never far from modern conveniences, with Downtown Wayzata’s upscale dining and shopping, nearby marinas, the scenic Luce Line and Dakota Trail, and the vibrant cultural scene of downtown Minneapolis all within easy reach. This estate is more than just a property; it is a rare opportunity to build a legacy home in one of the region's most coveted locations. Whether you envision a peaceful sanctuary or a dynamic space for hosting and entertaining, this serene setting offers privacy, prestige, and the opportunity to create your own legacy.
  • Listed by: Keith Allen Taylor 612.499.0555 keith@eraprospera.com • ERA Prospera Real Estate
Listing closed: 12/11/2024 12:00 AM • Source: NorthStar, MLS#: 6559456
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,567,500

Avg days on market

68

Sale-to-list ratio

75.2%

Wayzata, MN

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Location

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Property Information for 860 Brown Road South

Property Details

  • Taxes: $6,116 / year
  • MLS Type: Land
  • View: River
  • Waterfront Features: River Front
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: Residential-Single Family

Building Information

  • Lot Size: 14.06 AC

Summary

Location and General Information
  • City Name: Wayzata
  • County Or Parish: Hennepin
  • County: Hennepin-MN
  • Directions: Highway 12 to Brown Rd, South to home
  • Latitude: 44.963126
  • Longitude: -93.571044
  • Map Coordinate: 103-E3
  • 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
  • Topography: Level,Walkout
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 1011723120001
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,116.00
  • Tax Legal Description: UNPLATTED 10 117 23 N 470.38 FT OF NW 1/4 OF NE 1/4 EXCEPT ROAD
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax With Assessments: 6116
School Information
  • High School District: 1252 - Orono
  • School District Number: 1252
  • School District Phone: 9524498305

Property

Lot Information
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Infill Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium, Underground Utilities
  • Lot Size Area: 14.06
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 471 x 1299
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
  • Present Use: Yearly
  • Property Type: Land
Property and Assessments
  • Development Amenity Type: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Private Septic Available, Private Septic Connected, Sewer Available, Underground Utilities Available, Underground Utilities Connected, Water Available, Water Connected

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Interior Features
  • Basement YN: No

Property History for 860 Brown Road South

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 11, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1548216696

$1,700,000

-5.7% / yr

Dec 11, 2024

Sold

NorthStar #6559456

$1,700,000—
Nov 25, 2024

Pending

NorthStar #6559456

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/11/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1548216696

$1,700,000

-5.7% / yr

12/11/2024

Sold

NorthStar #6559456

$1,700,000
11/25/2024

Pending

NorthStar #6559456

—

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

Public Records for 860 Brown Road South

Taxable Value

Land

$1,395,000

Additions

-
Total$1,395,000

Tax Record

2025

$16,448 ($1,371 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

1.5

Total Finished SqFt

1,100 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,100 SqFt

Lot Size

612,454 SqFt

Style

Residential

Year Built

1955

Year Renovated

1970

County

HENNEPIN

APN

10-117-23-12-0001

Schools near 860 Brown Road South

This home is within Orono Public School District.
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 860 Brown Road South, Wayzata, MN 55391
$1,700,000
–
–
–
612,453
$1,575,000
5
5,982
47,916
–
4
1.5
1,569
59,242
$765,000
4
4,366
192,099
$2,600,000
5
5,685
1,229,263
$2,100,000
6
8,911
335,412

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