4730 38th Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55406
Local realty services provided by:Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate First Choice
Listed by: donavon desmarais
Office: keller williams premier realty lake minnetonka
MLS#:7131671
Source:NSMLS
Price summary
- Price:$699,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$232.83
About this home
**NOTE: SUNDAY 8/30th OPEN HOUSE is CANCELED AS HOME IS UNDER CONTRACT** A Rare Minnehaha Creek Sanctuary: Meticulous Character & Endless Potential
Perfectly poised directly across from the picturesque Minnehaha Creek and its renowned trail system, this impeccably kept home offers a rare blend of secluded natural beauty and premier urban convenience. Nestled just off Minnehaha Parkway, the property is enveloped by a lush, professionally landscaped setting where soaring white pine trees create a private, woodland-like retreat right in the city. First time offered For Sale in 36+ years -- 1 owner home.
Step inside to discover a near-perfectly maintained interior where unique architectural character and modern allure abound. The expansive front living space is framed by large windows, offering tranquil, uninterrupted views of the creek and trails. Flow seamlessly into the alluring kitchen, beautifully appointed with newer stainless-steel appliances, which transitions effortlessly into a bright and spacious back sunroom. State-of-the-art Lutron Smart-Home lighting control system. 2 Toto washlet toilet seats. New appliances and furnace (2023). New A/C (2026). Quartzite kitchen counter-tops. New architectural shingles (2021).
Upstairs, the home continues to impress. The oversized owner’s suite is a true retreat, featuring a generous walk-in closet and a remarkable en-suite bath with separate jacuzzi tub and shower. A large second bedroom easily accommodates multiple children or serves as a grand guest room. The upper level is crowned by a delightful loft area that opens out to a charming Juliet balcony, perfect for taking in the fresh breeze off the creek.
Step out back to find your own private oasis—a cozy, professionally manicured backyard featuring a dedicated patio and fire-pit/grilling area tailored for evening entertaining. Beyond the patio sits a true Minneapolis unicorn: a highly coveted 3-stall detached garage equipped with a brilliant pass-through design connecting the front driveway directly to the back alley.
Downstairs, a massive unfinished lower level offers an absolute blank canvas for instant equity. Boasting extraordinarily rare 8.5 foot ceilings, this space is primed and ready for a third bedroom, a fourth bathroom, and a sprawling family room.
Offering an unparalleled lifestyle, you can walk to an endless list of beloved local venues, restaurants, and attractions, all while enjoying incredibly quick access to Hwy 55, Hwy 62, and the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Properties of this caliber, in this setting, and with these rare amenities simply do not last. FUN FACT: Of the 38 nearby homes (active/pending/sold) within $600K to $800K over the past year lookback period, only 2 of them have had a 3 stall garages AND THIS HOME IS one of those two!! Schedule your private showing today....
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Home facts
- Year built:1990
- Subdivision & Development:Elmbrook Add
- Listing ID #:7131671
- Added:49 day(s) ago
- Updated:October 11, 2026 at 08:44 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:2
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:1
- Dining Description:Kitchen/Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:Basement, Jetted Tub, Main Floor 3/4 Bath, Rough In, Separate Shower and Tub, Walk-In Shower Stall
- Kitchen Description:Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Block, Drain Tiled, Drainage System, Egress Window(s), Full, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished
- Living area:2,004 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt, Pitched
- Year built:1990
- Building area:2,004 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.14 Acres
- Lot Features:Property Adjoins Public Land, Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Tree Coverage - Heavy
- Construction Materials:Block
- Levels:2 Story
Utilities
- Water:City Water - Connected
- Sewer:City Sewer - Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$699,900
- Price per sq. ft.:$232.83
- Tax amount:$9,849 (2026)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Water Heater, Humidifier, Water Filtration System, Water Softener Owned
- Smart home:Yes
Parking
- Parking description:Concrete, Detached Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:3
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