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3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,056 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 6820074
M Markdowns — Price Reduced — was $295,000 (↓ $6,000)
Is 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Grade
Above Market
At $274/sqft — This home is priced 30% above the typical Alexandria single-family home of $211/sqft.
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$1,741/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,461
- Property taxes
- $111
- Home insurance (est.)
- $169
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($57,800) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
Located in Meades Sub 2nd Add, Alexandria, MN.
About This Home
Welcome to 8042 Meades Addn Dr SE — a peaceful retreat with great potential and room to make it your own. Set on a quiet street in a desirable neighborhood, this charming property offers the perfect blend of space, privacy, and convenience. From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the mature trees, well-kept surroundings, and inviting 0.94-acre setting that make this property feel like a getaway while still being just minutes from town. Union Lake is located just across the street, with public lake access only a few blocks away. Inside, you’ll find a warm, functional layout featuring bright natural light, comfortable living spaces, and three main-floor bedrooms. The bathroom has been newly remodeled with an extra-wide tiled shower. Please note: the home does need some TLC with interior finishing work, and the seller is in the process of packing for her upcoming move. There are boxes and personal items throughout—buyers will need to look past the clutter to appreciate the home’s true potential. The kitchen and dining area flow naturally for everyday living or entertaining, while the living room offers a cozy place to unwind. There is ample storage throughout the home for added convenience. Outside, enjoy the expansive yard—perfect for relaxing, gardening, hosting gatherings, or simply enjoying the peaceful setting. The fenced backyard with a gazebo is ideal for play, pets, hobbies, or outdoor living. There is room to build a pole shed in the backyard if you need additional storage space or a workshop. With its sought-after location near the lake, inviting feel, and opportunity to build instant equity with a little vision and effort, this property is ready to welcome its next owner. Don’t miss your chance to make it yours!
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — ramblers between $217K and $361K in Alexandria:
- The field: 13 similar Alexandria homes for sale — you have options.
- Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 9 days — 5 of the last 14 inside 4 days.
- Negotiation: 65% of the last 20 sales here closed at or over list — Alexandria doesn't discount.
Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 20 real Alexandria closings, zero guesses · NorthstarMLS
Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 1977
- Above Grade
- 1,056 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.94 acres
- Garage
- 2-car (Attached Garage)
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Basement
- Yes
- Sewer
- Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes
- Water
- Private, Well
- Annual Taxes
- $1,336
- County
- Douglas
- Days on Market
- 276
8042 Meades Addn Drive SE is listed in Alexandria, MN, part of Douglas County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
Showing — 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE
Shannon Barnum
Associate Broker · Modern Market REALTORS®
Your Alexandria real estate expert since 2012 — I represent you, not the seller. Quick to respond, easy to text.
Listed by Alex Brokers Realty, LLC · Shown by Modern Market REALTORS®
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Frequently Asked Questions About 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE
- Is $289,000 a good price for a home in Alexandria?
- At $274/sqft, this home is priced above the typical Alexandria single-family home of $211/sqft (30% higher), according to our BuyPulse comparison of comparable active listings. Browse Alexandria homes for sale to compare.
- Does 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE have a basement?
- Yes, 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE has a basement.
- What type of heating and cooling does 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE have?
- 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE located?
- 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE is in the Meades neighborhood of Alexandria, MN 56308, in Douglas County.
- Is 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE still available?
- Yes — 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE built?
- 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE was built in 1977. It features a block foundation.
- How many homes like 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE are for sale in Alexandria?
- 13 similar homes (ramblers between $217K and $361K in Alexandria) are for sale right now — you have options.
- How fast do homes like 8042 Meades Addn Drive SE sell in Alexandria?
- Homes like this one (ramblers between $217K and $361K in Alexandria) went pending in a median 9 days over the last 90 days — 5 of the last 14 went under contract within 4 days.
- Do homes in Alexandria sell for asking price?
- 65% of the last 20 comparable Alexandria sales closed at or over list price — Alexandria doesn't discount. 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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