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1929 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55403

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$1,100,000

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Large, inviting front porch with ceiling fans (keeps the bugs away)!

Wow! Large, elegant sun-filled, open inviting,entry space.

Elegant sun-filled, open entry space with music room.

Elegant sun-filled, open entry space with new, larger windows in the music room.

New, larger windows in living room provide so much natural light.

Beautiful original doors provide privacy for living and/or dining spaces.

Spacious dining room with an original built-in buffet, classic wainscoting, and beamed ceilings.

Large bay windows in dining room provide abundant natural light.

Large eat-in kitchen opens up to main floor family room and backyard.

Main floor family room has amazing large windows and great connectivity to the backyard.

Large open kitchen and main floor family room.

3rd floor suite has an office sitting area, large bedroom and separate full bath.

3rd floor bedroom is currently used as a 2nd family room with a TV projector.

New Finnleo (traditional Finnish wet/dry with stones for steam) sauna and shower next to the exercise space in the lower level.

Large deck off the kitchen and family room. Amazing indoor outdoor connectibility!

Separate grilling and garden space next to the deck.

1929 James Avenue - wide, shared driveway. Extensive landscaping provides extra privacy.

2 car garage. New garage doors. New roof. Electric, Tesla charger.

Close to Lake of the Isles with fabulous biking and walking paths

Blocks to Sculpture Garden - Spoon and Cherry

Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 3,935 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 6,534 Status: Active

Current Price: $1,100,000 List Date: 6/09/2026 Last Modified: 6/09/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to 1929 James Ave S, an elegant 5-bedroom, 4-bath Victorian that beautifully blends rich historic character with thoughtful modern updates. From the inviting open front porch overlooking the lovely front yard to the gracious, sun-filled entry with its grand oak staircase, this home makes a memorable first impression. Main level offers a bright, open flow with larger, newer windows that fill the space with natural light. Living room has wood burning fireplace. Spacious dining room has original built-in buffet, classic wainscoting, and beamed ceilings. Large bay windows provide generous natural light, enhancing the room’s warmth and character. The spacious kitchen opens to a comfortable family room with large windows and great connectivity to the backyard perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Second level has four bedrooms and a full bath. Third level is dedicated to an exceptional primary suite, complete with an office/sitting area, sleeping area, and an updated fu ... (Read more)

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Listing Details MLS# 7074493

General Property Information

Common Wall: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Manufactured Home?: No
Multiple PIDs?: No
New Development: No
Number of Fireplaces: Yes
Waterfront Present: No
Year Built: 1907
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Bath Full: 2
Bath Three Quarters: Yes
Bath Half: Yes
Main Floor Total SqFt: 1297
Above Grd Total SqFt: 2933
Below Grd Total SqFt: 1002
Total SqFt: 3935
Total Finished Sqft: 3499.00
FireplaceYN: Yes
Style: (SF) Single Family
Foundation Size: 1273
Garage Stalls: 2
Lot Dimensions: See Lister
Acres: 0.15
Assessment Pending: Unknown
Bath Quarter: 0
Association Fee: 0

Property Features

Accessible: None Air Conditioning: Central Air Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Refrigerator; Washer Assumable Loan: Not Assumable Basement: Partially Finished Bath Description: Main Floor 1/2 Bath; Upper Level 3/4 Bath; Upper Level Full Bath; 3/4 Basement Construction Materials: Frame Construction Status: Previously Owned Dining Room Description: Separate/Formal Dining Room Electric: 200+ Amp Service Exterior: Stucco Family Room Characteristics: Family Room; Main Level Fireplace Characteristics: Wood Burning Foundation: Concrete Block Fuel: Natural Gas Heating: Boiler Laundry: Laundry Room; Lower Level Pool Description: None Road Frontage: City Street Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road Roof: Age 8 Years or Less; Asphalt Shingles Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional Sewer: City Sewer/Connected Special Search: 4 BR on One Level Stories: More Than 2 Stories Water: City Water/Connected

Contract Information

Contingency: None
Original List Price: 1100000
ListPrice: 1100000
Owner is an Agent?: No
Auction?: No

Location Tax and Other Information

House Number: 1929
Street Name: James
Street Suffix: Avenue
Street Direction Suffix: S
Postal City: Minneapolis
County: Hennepin
State: MN
Zip Code: 55403
Complex/Dev/Subdivision: Greens 3rd Add

Assessments

Tax With Assessments: 15792
Assessment Balance: 0

Building Information

Finished SqFt Above Ground: 2933
Finished SqFt Below Ground: 566

More Information

Lease Details

Land Leased: Not Applicable

Miscellaneous Information

Homestead: Yes

Ownership

Fractional Ownership: No

Parking Characteristics

Garage Dimensions: 21 x 21
Garage Square Feet: 441

Public Survey Info

Range#: 24
Section#: 28
Township#: 29

Office/Member Info

Association: MAAR

Location, Tax and Other Information

AssocFeeYN: No
Legal Description: LOT 017 BLOCK 002 GREENS 3RD ADDN TO MPLS
Listing City: Minneapolis
Map Page: 106
Municipality: Minneapolis
School District: Minneapolis
School District Phone: 612-668-0000
Zip Plus 4: 2832
Property ID Number: 2802924340076
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Amount: 15792
In Foreclosure?: No
Potential Short Sale?: No
Lender Owned?: No

Directions & Remarks

Public Remarks: Welcome to 1929 James Ave S, an elegant 5-bedroom, 4-bath Victorian that beautifully blends rich historic character with thoughtful modern updates. From the inviting open front porch overlooking the lovely front yard to the gracious, sun-filled entry with its grand oak staircase, this home makes a memorable first impression. Main level offers a bright, open flow with larger, newer windows that fill the space with natural light. Living room has wood burning fireplace. Spacious dining room has original built-in buffet, classic wainscoting, and beamed ceilings. Large bay windows provide generous natural light, enhancing the room’s warmth and character. The spacious kitchen opens to a comfortable family room with large windows and great connectivity to the backyard perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Second level has four bedrooms and a full bath. Third level is dedicated to an exceptional primary suite, complete with an office/sitting area, sleeping area, and an updated full bath. This space is currently used as a 2nd family room. New Finnleo (traditional Finnish wet/dry with stones for steam) sauna, shower, exercise space, laundry and tons of storage in lower level. Outdoor living is equally impressive, with a large deck extending directly from the family room and kitchen, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle. Extensive landscaping provides extra privacy in the fenced backyard. New roof. Tesla Charger. New Garage doors. Amazing location. Steps to Lake of the Isles, Kenwood Park, biking and walking trails, shopping, and more! Easy access to downtown, freeways, and airport. Historic charm, modern comforts, and an unbeatable location—this is a home you won't want to miss.
Directions: Hennepin Ave to West on Franklin. North on James to home.

Accessible

None: Yes

Air Conditioning

Central Air: Yes

Appliances

Dishwasher: Yes
Dryer: Yes
Refrigerator: Yes
Washer: Yes

Assumable Loan

Not Assumable: Yes

Basement

Partially Finished: Yes

Bath Description

Main Floor 1/2 Bath: Yes
Upper Level 3/4 Bath: Yes
Upper Level Full Bath: Yes
3/4 Basement: Yes

Construction Materials

Frame: Yes

Construction Status

Previously Owned: Yes

Dining Room Description

Separate/Formal Dining Room: Yes

Electric

200+ Amp Service: Yes

Exterior

Stucco: Yes

Family Room Characteristics

Family Room: Yes
Main Level: Yes

Fireplace Characteristics

Wood Burning: Yes

Foundation

Concrete Block: Yes

Fuel

Natural Gas: Yes

Heating

Boiler: Yes

Insurance Fee

Insurance Fee: 0

Laundry

Laundry Room: Yes
Lower Level: Yes

Pool Description

None: Yes

Road Frontage

City Street: Yes

Road Responsibility

Public Maintained Road: Yes

Roof

Age 8 Years or Less: Yes
Asphalt Shingles: Yes

Sellers Terms

Cash: Yes
Conventional: Yes

Sewer

City Sewer/Connected: Yes

Special Search

4 BR on One Level: Yes

Stories

More Than 2 Stories: Yes

Water

City Water/Connected: Yes

Room Information

Room Name	Dimensions	Level
Deck	18 x 7	Main
Dining Room	15 x 14	Main
Family Room	17 x 15	Main
Fifth (5th) Bedroom	20 x 10	Third
First (1st) Bedroom	15 x 12	Upper
Flex Room	25 x 18	Lower
Fourth (4th) Bedroom	11 x 11	Upper
Foyer	4 x 4	Main
Kitchen	15 x 13	Main
Laundry	17 x 13	Lower
Living Room	19 x 13	Main
Office	12 x 11	Third
Porch	27 x 7	Main
Second (2nd) Bedroom	14 x 13	Upper
Sitting Room	15 x 13	Main
Third (3rd) Bedroom	11 x 11	Upper

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lakes

Last Updated: June - 09 - 2026

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