Beautifully updated soft contemporary home located on a gorgeous half acre lot. The backyard offers a serene, tranquil setting. Stunning views from every window. Living room with cozy wood burning fireplace, lovely bamboo floors and patio doors leading to a large deck, which is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Beautifully remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, double oven, granite counters, freshly sanded and sealed bamboo floors. Beautiful Poplar cabinetry. Patio door off kitchen leads to large backyard deck, which includes electrical hook-up for a hot tub and natural gas for a grill. Upper level bedroom with vaulted ceiling and wood floors, plus two additional bedrooms with fresh paint and new carpet. Loft above one of the bedrooms for extra storage. Each bedroom has its own balcony with beautiful views. Completely updated full bathroom with granite counters and two sinks and plenty of storage. Finished lower level walkout with family room, including a wet bar and tile floors, remodeled ¾ bath with granite counter, laundry room and large bonus room perfect for music, exercise or hobbies. Security system. Water softener, whole house filter and water filter under kitchen sink. Newer window treatments. Two car garage with EV Charger added in 2022, PLUS a handy workshop for extra storage. Updated electrical box 2022. New AC unit 2024. Exterior paint 2023. In-ground sprinkler system. Gutter filters. Retaining timbers along driveway and garden steps in front yard replaced in 2024. Pavers at walkout level installed 2022. Invisible dog fence. Outside dog kennel. Highly sought-after Wayzata school district. Convenient location minutes from downtown Wayzata and Ridgedale. Close to parks, trails. Easy access to 394/494. Seller will provide a One Year Home Warranty to the buyer through HSA Home Warranty.
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$701,000
1809 Essex Rd, Minnetonka, MN 55305
3beds
2,698sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1977
0.51 Acres Lot
$702,700 Zestimate®
$260/sqft
$3,591 Estimated rent
Home value
$702,700
$646,000 - $766,000
$3,591/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 30, 2025 at 12:27pm
Listed by:
Kathryn J Huss 612-961-9468,
Edina Realty, Inc.
Bought with:
Joy Erickson
Edina Realty, Inc.
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6673519
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x8
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28x13
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21x13
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x10
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 429 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33x13
Loft
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x11
Patio
- Level: Lower
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24x11
Workshop
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x12
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,698
- Total interior livable area: 2,698 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,815
- Finished area below ground: 867
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Asphalt, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (21x20)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Dimensions: 120 x 185
Details
- Foundation area: 883
- Parcel number: 0311722430027
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Fiber Cement
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt
Condition
- Age of Property: 48
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Minnetonka
- Subdivision: Essex Hills
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2025 | Sold | $701,000+12.2%$260/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6673519 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2025 | Pending sale | $625,000$232/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6673519 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $625,000$232/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6673519 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,401 +4.7% | $465,700 +5.6% |
| 2024 | $5,158 +2.4% | $441,100 +0.8% |
| 2023 | $5,039 +2.4% | $437,500 +3.3% |
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Neighborhood: 55305
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Sunset Hill Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10Wayzata East Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 10/10Wayzata High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.2 mi
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- Minnesota
- Hennepin County
- Minnetonka
- 55305
- 1809 Essex Rd