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$300,000
Monthly Est:$1,493
2 Beds
- 1 Bath
1 full bath
784sqft
5840 Emerson Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55419
$300,000
$1,493/moEst:
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
$-- HOA
5,080 sqft lot
$383/sq.ft
Description
A rare opportunity in one of Southwest Minneapolis' most desirable neighborhoods! This one-of-a-kind Kenny neighborhood cottage offers the perfect combination of charm, character, location, and opportunity. Filled with natural light from its east-facing exposure and abundant southern sunlight, this inviting home features beautiful hardwood floors, a cozy gas fireplace, granite countertops, updated windows, central air conditioning, and built-in cabinetry offering exceptional storage. The fenced backyard provides a wonderful space to relax, entertain, garden, or simply enjoy the outdoors.
The possibilities here are what make this property truly special. Enjoy the charm and simplicity of a cozy Minneapolis cottage just as it is, or explore the potential to finish the basement and add another bedroom, bathroom, and additional living space. With similar properties selling for over $400,000 and new construction homes reaching over $1 million in the surrounding area, this is an exciting opportunity to own a home in an established Southwest Minneapolis neighborhood.
Location is everything, and this one is hard to beat! Just one block from Kenny Elementary School, a highly regarded neighborhood school, and conveniently located near Kenny Park, Minnehaha Creek, Lake Harriet, walking and biking trails, and the fantastic restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping at 50th & France. Beautiful tree-lined streets, neighborhood parks, and easy access to everything Southwest Minneapolis has to offer make this an exceptional place to call home.
Whether you're looking for a charming place to call your own, an opportunity to build equity through improvements, or a home in a fantastic location, 5840 Emerson Avenue South offers something special. Properties with this combination of character, location, and potential are hard to find. Come see it today!
- Houzeo last checked: 8 hours ago
- Listing updated: October 22, 2026 at 10:07 am
- Listing Provided by: Arne R Johansson (612) 423-0202 | eXp Realty (320) 500-4397
- Source: Northstar MLS-MN | MLS#: 7145760

Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
Year Built
1955
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
784 sqft
Lot Size
5,080 sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
Northstar MLS
MLS Number
7145760
Days on Market
1

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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom: 1
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Sewer
City Sewer/connected
Exterior Features
Vinyl
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Forced Air
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Home type
Single Family Residence
Foundation Details
Block
Construction Materials
Frame
Roof
Asphalt
Utilities & Energy
Parking Features
Detached Garage
Electric
100 Amp Service
Laundry Features
In Basement
Water Source
City Water/connected
Fireplace Features
Gas
Basement
Full
Pool Features
None
Other Features
Lot Features
Tree Coverage Light
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
10/22/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $300,000 +100.00% $383/sqft |
07/14/2022 Source: | Sold | $150,000 $191/sqft |
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