Welcome to 1429 8 1/2 Ave SE, a charming Rochester home with timeless appeal and endless potential! Featuring granite countertops in the kitchen, hardwood floors in the upper-level bedrooms, a primary en suite, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, this home is both inviting and functional. Step out to the enclosed sunroom at the back of the home—perfect for relaxing with your morning coffee or enjoying quiet evenings. The exterior boasts classic cedar shake shingles, adding character and curb appeal. The oversized single-stall garage provides extra storage or workspace, while the freshly carpeted lower level is ready for a family room, office, or play area. Updated windows bring in abundant natural light, and the home’s generous storage helps keep things organized. While it has some dated cosmetic features, this is your chance to make it your own. Conveniently located near schools, parks, and shopping, this home is ready to become your dream space or add to your portfolio as a rental property as it has a valid rental certificate until May of 2027!
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$299,900
1429-8 1/2 Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904
3beds
1,742sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
6,882.48 Square Feet Lot
$319,700 Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$2,226 Estimated rent
Home value
$319,700
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,226/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 17, 2026 at 10:17pm
Listed by:
Karl Rogers 507-884-6678,
Dwell Realty Group LLC
Bought with:
Andrew T Atwood
Century 21 Atwood Rochester
Jay Geisthardt
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6645475
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6x15
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5x7
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4x5
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5x7
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x11
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x24
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x19
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x12
Utility room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 297 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x27
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Basement: Block,Drain Tiled,Finished,Full,Storage Space,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,742
- Total interior livable area: 1,742 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,372
- Finished area below ground: 370
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete, Floor Drain, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (14x26)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Screened
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 6,882 sqft
- Dimensions: 62 x 109
- Features: Near Public Transit, Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Foundation area: 672
- Parcel number: 641224013229
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block
- Roof: Architectural Shingle,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Power Company: Minnesota Energy Resources
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Rochester
- Subdivision: Meadow Park 3rd Sub-Torrens
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/14/2025 | Sold | $299,900$172/sqft |
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| 1/22/2025 | Pending sale | $299,900$172/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6645475 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900+102.8%$172/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6645475 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2023 | Price change | $1,900-5%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,605 +12.2% | $275,300 +6.8% |
| 2024 | $3,213 | $257,800 +1% |
| 2023 | -- | $255,200 +1.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Meadow Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Mayo Senior High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Willow Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ben Franklin
- Middle: Willow Creek
- High: Mayo
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
$319,700