909 8th St SW

Rochester, MN 55902

$1,990,000
Price
5
Beds
7,939 Sq. Ft.
$251 / Sq. Ft.
7,939
Sq. Ft.
$251
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Perched atop Rochester’s iconic Pill Hill, the distinguished Dr. William L. Benedict House is a rare opportunity to own one of the city’s most celebrated historic residences. Designed in 1925 by renowned Rochester architect Harold Crawford for the head of Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology, this landmark Tudor Revival home beautifully blends nearly a century of history with the comfort, convenience, and sophistication of modern living. Set on a private, beautifully landscaped lot in Rochester’s most storied...Perched atop Rochester’s iconic Pill Hill, the distinguished Dr. William L. Benedict House is a rare opportunity to own one of the city’s most celebrated historic residences. Designed in 1925 by renowned Rochester architect Harold Crawford for the head of Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology, this landmark Tudor Revival home beautifully blends nearly a century of history with the comfort, convenience, and sophistication of modern living. Set on a private, beautifully landscaped lot in Rochester’s most storied neighborhood the pre-inspected home offers over four finished levels designed for today’s lifestyle. Just a short walk to Mayo Clinic, Soldiers Field, Folwell School, downtown restaurants, and parks, the location combines the charm of Old Southwest with unparalleled convenience. Inside, original hardwood floors, handcrafted millwork, architectural details, and gleaming historic character have been thoughtfully preserved while extensive renovations have transformed the home for contemporary family living. The spacious floor plan features 5 bedrooms on the second level, including 3 ensuite bedrooms, along with beautifully updated bathrooms featuring natural stone finishes and in-floor heat. The heart of the home is a stunning chef’s kitchen, remodeled in 2021-2022 with custom finishes, new countertops, backsplash, built-in banquette seating, glass-front cabinetry, abundant storage, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf oven, additional convection oven, and high-end appliances throughout. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the kitchen seamlessly connects to inviting gathering spaces filled with natural light. The fully finished third floor offers exceptional flexibility with a gas fireplace, lookout windows, kitchenette area, and expansive bonus space perfect for casual entertaining, media, work-from-home needs, or guest accommodations. The walkout lower level provides additional family living space, patio access, a home gym area, creative studio space, generous storage, and an oversized laundry room featuring new double washers and dryers. Recent improvements ensure peace of mind and turnkey ownership, including replacement windows throughout in recent years, updated exterior doors, fresh exterior paint, professionally cleaned windows, upgraded landscaping and architectural uplighting, refreshed gardens, a new garden deer fence, and the addition of a new ensuite bath and closet. Three separately zoned air conditioning systems, recently serviced mechanicals, and a pre-inspection further enhance the home’s exceptional condition. Outside, mature trees, brick and stone patios, gardens, play spaces, and private outdoor living areas create a serene retreat rarely found within walking distance of downtown Rochester. Listed on the Pill Hill Historic Register and lovingly updated for the next generation, 909 8th Street SW represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a move-in-ready piece of Rochester history—where timeless architecture, Mayo Clinic legacy, and modern luxury come together in one extraordinary home.
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Property Details for 909 8th Street Southwest

Subdivision Name
Head & Mcmahon Add
Waterfront YN
No
Zoning Jurisdiction
Residential-Single Family
LISTING UPDATED: 06/20/2026 11:26 AM

Property Details for 909 8th Street Southwest

StatusComing Soon
MLS #7095655
Days on Compass-
Taxes$26,188 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.41 AC / 17,859 SF
CountyOlmsted County
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Building Information for 909 8th Street Southwest

Stories-Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.41 AC / 17,859 SF

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Property Information for 909 8th Street Southwest

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Rochester
  • County Or Parish: Olmsted
  • County: Olmsted-MN
  • Directions: From 6th St SW, South on 10th Ave, left on 8th St.
  • Latitude: 44.015212
  • Longitude: -92.476682
  • Map Coordinate: 999-A1
  • City and Location: Rochester
  • City and Location Text: Rochester(MN)
  • Postal Code: 55902
  • State Or Province: MN
  • Public Survey Township: 106
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 640223009714
  • Tax Annual Amount: $26,188.00
  • Tax Legal Description: SECT-02 TWP-106 RANGE-014 HEAD AND MCMAHON ADD BLOCK-037 E110FT S 1/2 BLK 37
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $.00
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax With Assessments: 0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Folwell
  • High School: Mayo
  • High School District: 535 - Rochester
  • Middle Or Junior School: John Adams
  • School District Number: 535
  • School District Phone: 5073283000
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 5892.0
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT: 2047.0
  • SQFT Total: 7939.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Tree Coverage - Light
  • Lot Size Area: 0.41
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 110x164
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Present Use: Yearly
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • SQFT Main Total: 2056
  • Building Area Total: 8655.0
  • Above Grade SqFt Total: 5892
  • Below Grade SqFt Total: 2763
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
  • Water Source: City Water/Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Exterior Features: Stone, Stucco
  • Fencing: Partial, Split Rail
  • Foundation Area: 2323.0
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Roof: Age Over 8 Years, Unspecified Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement Type: Block, Full, Sump Pump
  • Amenities Unit: Balcony,Ceiling Fan(s),French Doors,Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Window,Natural Woodwork,Security System,Security Lights,Sun Room,Tile Floors,Walk-Up Attic
  • Bath Desc: 3/4 Primary,Bathroom Ensuite,Full Basement,Private Primary,Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Upper Level 3/4 Bath
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Dining Room Description: Eat In Kitchen,Informal Dining Room,Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • Garage Square Feet: 529
  • Heating: Boiler, Fireplace(s), Hot Water, In-Floor Heating
  • Laundry Features: Lower Level, Laundry Room, Sink
  • Levels: More Than 2 Stories
  • Room List: Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Bedroom 5, Bedroom, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Recreation Room, Bedroom 2, Sun Room, Bedroom 3
  • Basement YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 4
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 9
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 10
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
Room 11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 12
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
Room 13
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 14
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 15
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3

Property History for 909 8th Street Southwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 16, 2020

Sold

NorthStar #5430555

—
Jul 16, 2020

Pending

NorthStar #5430555

—
Jul 15, 2020

Sold

NorthStar #5430555

$1,300,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/16/2020

Sold

NorthStar #5430555

—
07/16/2020

Pending

NorthStar #5430555

—
07/15/2020

Sold

NorthStar #5430555

$1,300,000

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

Public Records for 909 8th Street Southwest

Taxable ValueLand$200,000Additions$1,311,400Total$1,511,400
Tax Record2024$21,276 ($1,773 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt7,876 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,715 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,161 SqFtStories2Lot Size18,077 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated2000CountyOLMSTEDAPN64.02.23.009714Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 909 8th Street Southwest

This home is within Rochester Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Folwell Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
John Adams Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Mayo Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rps Online Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Folwell Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

John Adams Middle School
Public6 to 8

Mayo Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Rps Online Middle School
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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More information about 909 8th Street Southwest, Rochester, MN 55902

909 8th Street Southwest is a single family home Coming Soon in Rochester, MN 55902. This property is currently priced at $1,990,000. This listing's school district is Rochester Public School District. Nearby schools include Folwell Elementary School, John Adams Middle School and Mayo Senior High School. 909 8th Street Southwest is a 5-bed, 6-bath, 7,939 sqft single family home built in 1925.

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