This stunning home is a rare opportunity to buy new and make your own selections and upgrades. Located on a spacious corner lot in Mendota Heights, this home offers almost 4,000 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms.
What sets this home apart are the large rooms, custom finishes, and upgraded materials, The exterior features LP siding, Anderson windows, a metal shed roof over the entryway, and a large, welcoming wraparound front porch overlooking the expansive and beautiful yard.
Inside the main floor offers an expansive foyer, an office/playroom/media room, and a half bath. The open kitchen includes a pantry and flows into the living room with a gas fireplace and a large dining area with sliding glass doors to the backyard. There are white Oak hardwood floors run throughout the main level, and every bathroom includes custom cabinetry and tile surrounds. The kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, tile backsplash and a 20K appliance allowance.
The owner's suite features tray ceilings, a 14x7 walk-in closet with custom cabinets and island, a luxurious primary bath with a soaking tub, walk-in shower with tile surround, double vanity, water closet and tile floors. The upper level also features a junior suite with a spacious private bathroom. Two additional upper-level bedrooms share a Jack and Jill full bath with tile floors, custom double vanity and tile surround. The upper-level laundry and storage room complete the second floor.
The lower level offers a 5th bedroom, a spacious storage room, and an expansive family room with a mini-bar and daylight window. There is also potential for a walkout lower level, adding even more usable space.
The backyard is designed for entertaining with a composite deck, stamped concrete patio, and a new 3-car garage. This home combines thoughtful design, premium finishes, and incredible functionality - a truly great opportunity to own a new home in Mendota Heights.
Active
$1,599,000
8 Dorset Rd, Mendota Heights, MN 55118
5beds
3,936sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
0.39 Acres Lot
$1,572,000 Zestimate®
$406/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 116 days |
- 828 |
- 5 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 13, 2026 at 04:11am
Listed by:
Thomas R. Distad 612-432-4771,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Michael R. Distad 612-275-1343
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6798658
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x12
Bedroom 5
- Level: Lower
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x10
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 544 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32x17
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x12
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x8
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x12
Walk in closet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x7
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wall Oven
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Sink, Upper Level
Features
- Basement: Drain Tiled,Egress Window(s),Finished,Full,Concrete,Sump Pump,Tile Shower
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,936
- Total interior livable area: 3,936 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,752
- Finished area below ground: 1,184
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Tuckunder Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Details: Garage Dimensions (33x26)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Dimensions: 165 x 115
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Foundation area: 1280
- Parcel number: 277115006080
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Somerset View
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Mendota Heights
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $406/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $412,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,190
- Date on market: 10/2/2025
- Date available: 09/01/2026
Estimated market value
$1,572,000
$1.49M - $1.65M
$4,047/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,599,000+626.8%$406/sqft |
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| 5/30/2014 | Sold | $220,000$56/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 12/5/2011 | Listing removed | $1,500 |
Source: REI Property Management Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2011 | Listed for rent | $1,500 |
Source: REI Property Management Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,836 +10.6% | $412,600 +4.2% |
| 2022 | $3,468 +6.1% | $396,100 +18.9% |
| 2021 | $3,268 +4.3% | $333,200 +8.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$9,807/mo
Principal & interest
$7928
Property taxes
$1319
Home insurance
$560
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 55118
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Somerset Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Heritage Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Two Rivers High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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