305 8th Avenue E, Alexandria, MN 56308
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,556 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7123916
Price Drop on M Markdowns — was $274,900 (↓ $10,000)
Is 305 8th Avenue E a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Excellent Value
At $170/sqft — This home is priced 18% below the typical Alexandria single-family home of $207/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
92 — Strong buyer leverage
Day 66 — similar homes typically go under contract by day ~13. This one is past that window.
39% of recent sales closed at or over asking — most sellers here negotiate.
16 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $10,000 — motivation showing.
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$1,683/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,339
- Property taxes
- $189
- Home insurance (est.)
- $155
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($52,980) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
Located in Original Alexandria, Alexandria, MN.
About This Home
Welcome home! This beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath property sits just blocks from downtown Alexandria's boutique shops and favorite local restaurants — offering the perfect mix of small-town charm and everyday convenience. From the moment you arrive, you'll notice the fantastic curb appeal, and it only gets better from there. Step inside to find new flooring (2026), new kitchen appliances (2025), and updated bathrooms (2025) that give this home a fresh, move-in-ready feel. Major systems have been thoughtfully maintained too, with a new roof (2024), new water softener (2024), and updated water heater (2022) — so you can buy with confidence and skip the guesswork. Out back, you'll find a professionally landscaped yard with recently added sidewalk, rock beds, and fresh driveway. This large lot is made for entertaining, with a dedicated patio and fire pit area perfect for warm summer evenings and weekend get-togethers. The oversized 30x25 detached garage adds even more flexibility for parking, storage, or your next project. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to make a move, this is a rare opportunity to own a well-cared-for home in one of Alexandria's most walkable, convenient locations!
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $199K and $331K in Alexandria:
- The field: 16 similar Alexandria homes for sale — you have options.
- Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 13 days — 5 of the last 18 inside 4 days.
- Negotiation: 39% of the last 36 sales here closed at or over list — there's room to negotiate.
Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 36 real Alexandria closings, zero guesses · NorthstarMLS
Key Features
- Built
- 1921
- Garage
- 2-Car Detached
- Style
- One and One Half
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $2,268 (2026)
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,556
- Lot Size
- 0.324 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- Roof
- Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt
- Construction
- Frame
- County
- Douglas
- List Date
- 2026-08-07
- Days on Market
- 66 days
- Parcel ID
- 631169000
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $2,268
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Interior Features
- Laundry
- Main Level
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Brick/Mortar
- Foundation Area
- 684 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 2,240 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Vinyl
- Other Structures
- Garage(s)
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Detached Garage
Lot & Land
- Road Surface
- Paved Streets
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- ConnCrete Realty Solutions
Price History
Reduced $10,000 (3.6%)
- Price reduced to $274,900 — Sep 10, 2026
- Price reduced to $264,900 — Sep 30, 2026
305 8th Avenue E is listed in Alexandria, MN, part of Douglas County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 305 8th Avenue E
- Is $264,900 a good price for a home in Alexandria?
- According to BuyPulse, 305 8th Avenue E rates Excellent Value — at $170/sqft it's priced 18% below the typical Alexandria single-family home of $207/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 92/100 (Strong buyer leverage), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Alexandria homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Alexandria homes for sale to compare.
- Does 305 8th Avenue E have a basement?
- Yes, 305 8th Avenue E has a basement.
- What type of heating and cooling does 305 8th Avenue E have?
- 305 8th Avenue E has Baseboard, Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 305 8th Avenue E located?
- 305 8th Avenue E is in the Original Alexandria neighborhood of Alexandria, MN 56308, in Douglas County.
- Is 305 8th Avenue E still available?
- Yes — 305 8th Avenue E is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 305 8th Avenue E built?
- 305 8th Avenue E was built in 1921. It features frame construction and a brick/mortar foundation.
- Does 305 8th Avenue E have main-floor laundry?
- Yes — the laundry at 305 8th Avenue E is on the main level.
- How walkable is 305 8th Avenue E?
- 305 8th Avenue E has a Walk Score of 67/100 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 54/100 (Somewhat Bikeable). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 305 8th Avenue E are for sale in Alexandria?
- 16 similar homes (single-family homes between $199K and $331K in Alexandria) are for sale right now — you have options.
- How fast do homes like 305 8th Avenue E sell in Alexandria?
- Homes like this one (single-family homes between $199K and $331K in Alexandria) went pending in a median 13 days over the last 90 days — 5 of the last 18 went under contract within 4 days.
- Do homes in Alexandria sell for asking price?
- 39% of the last 36 comparable Alexandria 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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