21 1st Street SE, Aitkin, MN 56431
4 Beds | 3 Baths | 1,636 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7150652
Price Drop on M Markdowns — was $320,000 (↓ $20,100)
Is 21 1st Street SE a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Excellent Value
At $183/sqft — This home is priced 16% below the typical Aitkin single-family home of $217/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
76 — Strong buyer leverage
Day 17 — similar homes typically go under contract by day ~27.
31% of recent sales closed at or over asking — most sellers here negotiate.
23 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $20,100 — motivation showing.
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$1,913/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,516
- Property taxes
- $222
- Home insurance (est.)
- $175
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($59,980) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
Located in First Add, Aitkin, MN.
About This Home
Stunning 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in the heart of Aitkin on a landscaped corner lot. Completely remodeled with meticulous updates throughout, including a gorgeous kitchen, bright living/dining areas with ambient lighting, main-floor laundry, and an open foyer with storage. Main level includes a flexible office/bedroom, formal dining, and a ½ bath. Upstairs features 3 good sized bedrooms and an updated large double-sink bathroom. Enjoy a gas fireplace, newer roof, doors, trim, lighting, flooring, ceilings, and insulation. Basement with egress window is ready to finish, with ample storage. Two-car attached heated and insulated garage, front deck, and partially fenced yard. All within walking distance to City Park, the Ripple River, the elementary school, and close to city amenities. A must-see to truly appreciate!
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BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $225K and $375K in Aitkin:
- The field: 23 similar Aitkin homes for sale — you have options.
- Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 27 days — 0 of the last 8 inside 4 days.
- Negotiation: 31% of the last 16 sales here closed at or over list — there's room to negotiate.
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Key Features
- Built
- 1937
- Garage
- 2-Car Attached
- Style
- One and One Half
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $2,662 (2026)
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,636
- Lot Size
- 0.172 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- Roof
- Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt
- Construction
- Frame
- County
- Aitkin
- List Date
- 2026-09-25
- Days on Market
- 17 days
- Parcel ID
- 561022900
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $2,662
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- 150 Amp Service
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Wine Cooler
Interior Features
- Laundry
- Laundry Room, Main Level
- Fireplace
- 1 fireplace
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Block
- Foundation Area
- 1,011 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 2,647 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Steel Siding
- Pool
- Yes
- Fenced Area
- Yes
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Attached Garage, Concrete, Electric, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
Lot & Land
- Lot Features
- Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Light
- Road Surface
- City Street, Curbs, Paved Streets, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- RE/MAX Northland
Price History
- Price reduced to $299,900 — Oct 1, 2026
21 1st Street SE is listed in Aitkin, MN, part of Aitkin County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 21 1st Street SE
- Is $299,900 a good price for a home in Aitkin?
- According to BuyPulse, 21 1st Street SE rates Excellent Value — at $183/sqft it's priced 16% below the typical Aitkin single-family home of $217/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 76/100 (Strong buyer leverage), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Aitkin homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Aitkin homes for sale to compare.
- Does 21 1st Street SE have a basement?
- Yes, 21 1st Street SE has a basement.
- What type of heating and cooling does 21 1st Street SE have?
- 21 1st Street SE has Forced Air, Fireplace(s) heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 21 1st Street SE located?
- 21 1st Street SE is in the First neighborhood of Aitkin, MN 56431, in Aitkin County.
- Is 21 1st Street SE still available?
- Yes — 21 1st Street SE is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 21 1st Street SE built?
- 21 1st Street SE was built in 1937. It features frame construction and a block foundation.
- Does 21 1st Street SE have main-floor laundry?
- Yes — the laundry at 21 1st Street SE is on the main level.
- How walkable is 21 1st Street SE?
- 21 1st Street SE has a Walk Score of 54/100 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 42/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 21 1st Street SE are for sale in Aitkin?
- 23 similar homes (single-family homes between $225K and $375K in Aitkin) are for sale right now — you have options.
- How fast do homes like 21 1st Street SE sell in Aitkin?
- Homes like this one (single-family homes between $225K and $375K in Aitkin) went pending in a median 27 days over the last 90 days — 0 of the last 8 went under contract within 4 days.
- Do homes in Aitkin sell for asking price?
- 31% of the last 16 comparable Aitkin sales closed at or over list price — there's room to negotiate. Based on real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
- What does "M Markdowns" mean?
- M Markdowns™ is Modern Market REALTORS®’ real estate tracker of homes for sale with verified MLS price reductions across the Fargo-Moorhead metro and Minnesota lake country. Every reduction is sourced directly from NorthstarMLS — minimum $2,000 drop to filter noise.
- What does "BuyPulse" mean?
- BuyPulse™ is Modern Market REALTORS®’ live market-data brand for Fargo-Moorhead: cohort statistics — homes for sale, median days to pending, and share of sales closing at or over list price — computed from real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
- What does "Realgorithm™" mean?
- The Realgorithm™ is Modern Market REALTORS®’ proprietary market-data engine — it computes every BuyPulse verdict from real NorthstarMLS closings (comparable active inventory, median days to pending, and sale-to-list price ratio) rather than an automated online estimate.
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