408 5th Street E Northfield, MN 55057

$608,000
Active
estimated monthly payment
5 Beds  |  2 Baths  |  2,171 Sq Ft  |  Single Family  |  MLS # 6727524
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Sat, May. 31 12:00pm to 2:00pm
  • Traditional 1913 Foursquare near Central Park, Carleton College and downtown.
    Traditional 1913 Foursquare near Central Park, Carleton College and downtown.
  • A welcoming screened in front porch.
    A welcoming screened in front porch.
  • A classic porch swing from which to watch the neighborhod go by, listen to the birds, read a book or just take a break.
    A classic porch swing from which to watch the neighborhod go by, listen to the birds, read a book or just take a break.
  • A beautiful front door is your entrance to this elegant home.
    A beautiful front door is your entrance to this elegant home.
  • A large foyer with leaded glass windows and a storage/sitting bench against a grand staircase. Amazing woodwork.
    A large foyer with leaded glass windows and a storage/sitting bench against a grand staircase. Amazing woodwork.
  • A wood-burning fireplace anchors the beautiful cross-cut oak floors.
    A wood-burning fireplace anchors the beautiful cross-cut oak floors.
  • Large rooms with original woodwork and lots of natural light.
    Large rooms with original woodwork and lots of natural light.
  • A grand room for living and dining.
    A grand room for living and dining.
  • The dining room with a door to the main floor bedroom.
    The dining room with a door to the main floor bedroom.
  • A swinging door off the dining room takes you into the natural light-filled kitchen.
    A swinging door off the dining room takes you into the natural light-filled kitchen.
  • A kitchen door leads to a back porch and patio. Note the ice door as you go through to the back yard.
    A kitchen door leads to a back porch and patio. Note the ice door as you go through to the back yard.
  • Plenty of cabinets line this light-filled kitchen.
    Plenty of cabinets line this light-filled kitchen.
  • Room enough for an eat-in kitchen.
    Room enough for an eat-in kitchen.
  • A newer bathroom connects the kitchen to the main floor bedroom.
    A newer bathroom connects the kitchen to the main floor bedroom.
  • A 3/4 bath on the main floor.
    A 3/4 bath on the main floor.
  • Laundry in a closet on the main floor.
    Laundry in a closet on the main floor.
  • Window and baseboard trim in this addition thoughtfully mimic the rest of the house.
    Window and baseboard trim in this addition thoughtfully mimic the rest of the house.
  • See the next pict for what's behind door number one and door number 2.
    See the next pict for what's behind door number one and door number 2.
  • Walk-in Closet and Murphy Bed.
    Walk-in Closet and Murphy Bed.
  • The back porch.
    The back porch.
  • A back patio and stoop – yet another space to enjoy the company of friends and family.
    A back patio and stoop – yet another space to enjoy the company of friends and family.
  • A two-car garage.
    A two-car garage.
  • Bedroom 2 (2nd floor) with access to the flat roof.
    Bedroom 2 (2nd floor) with access to the flat roof.
  • Bedroom 3 (2nd floor).
    Bedroom 3 (2nd floor).
  • Bedroom 4 (2nd floor).
    Bedroom 4 (2nd floor).
  • Bedroom 5 (2nd floor).
    Bedroom 5 (2nd floor).
  • Full bath on the 2nd floor.
    Full bath on the 2nd floor.
  • Full bath on the 2nd floor.
    Full bath on the 2nd floor.
  • Walk up attic - could be more living space.
    Walk up attic - could be more living space.
  • Attic.
    Attic.
  • A large full-sized basement with high ceilings – could be more living space.
    A large full-sized basement with high ceilings – could be more living space.
  • A basement workshop – a perfect spot for projects.
    A basement workshop – a perfect spot for projects.
  • A classic house in a sought-after neighborhood.
    A classic house in a sought-after neighborhood.
  • Welcome home.
    Welcome home.

About The Listing

Step into timeless elegance with this meticulously preserved 1913 Foursquare, where exquisite craftsmanship meets modern convenience in one of Northfield's most sought-after neighborhoods, just steps from Central Park and prestigious Carleton College. This architectural gem boasts stunning original woodwork throughout, generously proportioned rooms bathed in natural light, filtered through leaded glass windows at the front, and a welcoming front porch complete with the perfect swing for evening contemplation. The gracious entry hall showcases a grand staircase, while the thoughtful floor plan offers incredible flexibility with a main-floor bedroom featuring a drop-down Murphy bed - perfect either as a dedicated bedroom (adjoining main floor bath) or as a den, family room or office. Upstairs, four additional bedrooms provide ample closet space, while the full airy attic with several charming windows, awaits your vision for additional finished living space. Until then, a whole house circulation fan efficiently draws hot air into the attic and cool evening air into the house. Practical updates include a newer high-efficiency condensing boiler. The large unfinished basement has high ceilings, offering substantial opportunities for finished living. It also has a big soapstone utility sink, a workshop, and a traditional root cellar, which is waiting to be converted toa wine cellar! Downtown amenities are just a short stroll away completing this perfect blend of historic character and untapped potential. This property also comes with a one-year Home Warranty for that extra peace of mind.


Listing courtesy of Robert Schanilec, Century 21 Atwood
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Property Details

Features

 
 
 
Property Type: Single Family
Status: Active
Contingency Type: None
Year Built: 1913
MLS #: 6727524
Bedrooms: 5
Square Feet: 2,171
Bathrooms (Full): 1
Price Per Square Foot: $280
Bathrooms (Half) : 0
Bathrooms (Three Quarters) : 1
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Description: Detached, Shared Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Sewer Description: City Sewer/Connected
Air Conditioning Type: Attic Fan
Water: City Water/Connected
Heat Type: Boiler, Radiator(s)
Basement: Block, Full, Unfinished
Construction Description: Wood Siding
Roof Description: Age Over 8 Years, Asphalt
Days On Market (Continuous): 1
Disability Features: Grab Bars In Bathroom
Latest Update: 05/29/2025
List Date: 05/28/2025
Listing Agent ID: 506015987
Listing Office: Century 21 Atwood
Listing Office ID: 251864
Data Source: NorthstarMLS - The Regional MLS of Minnesota
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Lot Dimensions: 50x132
Lot Size: 0.15 Acres
School District: Northfield
Tax Year: 2024
Estimated Taxes: $6,700
Contingency Type: None
City: Northfield
Zip: 55057
County: Rice
Subdivision: City/Northfield
State: MN

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Listing last updated: 05/29/25

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