1218 9th Avenue NE, Brainerd, MN 56401
4 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,138 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7148376
Is 1218 9th Avenue NE a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Excellent Value
At $117/sqft — This home is priced 39% below the typical Brainerd single-family home of $191/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
60 — Balanced market
Day 22 — similar homes typically go under contract by day ~13. This one is past that window.
50% of recent sales closed at or over asking — about half hold full price.
12 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
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$1,586/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,264
- Property taxes
- $176
- Home insurance (est.)
- $146
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($49,980) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
Located in Gustafsons Add The City Of Brai, Brainerd, MN.
About This Home
Welcome to 1218 9th Avenue NE in Brainerd, Minnesota! This well-maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath rambler offers a versatile layout, comfortable living spaces, and a convenient location near Garfield School, city parks, shopping, dining, and all that the Brainerd Lakes Area has to offer. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors and a spacious main-level living room filled with natural light. The main floor features three bedrooms, an informal dining area, and an eat-in kitchen, creating an easy and functional layout for everyday living. Downstairs, the finished lower level provides even more space with a large family room, fourth bedroom, bathroom, and walkout access. One of the property's most unique opportunities is the lower-level walkout and separate entrance. The home's layout could be very well suited for a potential duplex conversion, multi-generational living arrangement, guest suite, or separate living space, subject to applicable City of Brainerd zoning, permitting, and building requirements. Whether you're searching for a 4-bedroom home in Brainerd, looking for flexible multi-generational living, or exploring a property with potential for two separate living spaces, 1218 9th Avenue NE offers an uncommon combination of location, functionality, and future possibilities. Schedule your private showing and come see everything this Brainerd home has to offer! Roof was done in Oct of 2016. Ask about the lender-paid 1-0 temporary buydown available on this property.
Virtual Tour
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — ramblers between $187K and $312K in Brainerd:
- The field: 12 similar Brainerd homes for sale — you have options.
- Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 13 days — 4 of the last 11 inside 4 days.
- Negotiation: 50% of the last 28 sales here closed at or over list — about half hold full price.
Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 28 real Brainerd closings, zero guesses · NorthstarMLS
Key Features
- Built
- 1958
- Garage
- 1-Car Attached
- Style
- One
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $2,110 (2026)
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,288
- Below Grade Sq Ft
- 850
- Lot Size
- 0.24 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- Roof
- Age Over 8 Years, Asphalt
- Construction
- Block, Frame
- County
- Crow Wing
- List Date
- 2026-09-26
- Days on Market
- 17 days
- Parcel ID
- 41191423
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $2,110
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features
- Laundry
- In Basement
- Fireplace
- 1 fireplace
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Block
- Foundation Area
- 1,068 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 2,356 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Stucco
- Pool
- Yes
- Fenced Area
- Yes
- Other Structures
- Storage Shed
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Attached Garage, Asphalt
Lot & Land
- Lot Features
- Tree Coverage - Light
- Road Surface
- City Street
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Pemberton RE
Price History
Listed at $249,900 on Sep 21, 2026 — No price changes
1218 9th Avenue NE is listed in Brainerd, MN, part of Crow Wing County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1218 9th Avenue NE
- Is $249,900 a good price for a home in Brainerd?
- According to BuyPulse, 1218 9th Avenue NE rates Excellent Value — at $117/sqft it's priced 39% below the typical Brainerd single-family home of $191/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 60/100 (Balanced market), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Brainerd homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Brainerd homes for sale to compare.
- Does 1218 9th Avenue NE have a basement?
- Yes, 1218 9th Avenue NE has a finished basement with 850 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 1218 9th Avenue NE have?
- 1218 9th Avenue NE has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 1218 9th Avenue NE located?
- 1218 9th Avenue NE is in the Gustafsons Add The City Of Brai neighborhood of Brainerd, MN 56401, in Crow Wing County.
- Is 1218 9th Avenue NE still available?
- Yes — 1218 9th Avenue NE is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 1218 9th Avenue NE built?
- 1218 9th Avenue NE was built in 1958. It features block, frame construction and a block foundation.
- Does 1218 9th Avenue NE have main-floor laundry?
- No — the laundry at 1218 9th Avenue NE is in the lower level.
- How walkable is 1218 9th Avenue NE?
- 1218 9th Avenue NE has a Walk Score of 38/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 57/100 (Somewhat Bikeable). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 1218 9th Avenue NE are for sale in Brainerd?
- 12 similar homes (ramblers between $187K and $312K in Brainerd) are for sale right now — you have options.
- How fast do homes like 1218 9th Avenue NE sell in Brainerd?
- Homes like this one (ramblers between $187K and $312K in Brainerd) went pending in a median 13 days over the last 90 days — 4 of the last 11 went under contract within 4 days.
- Do homes in Brainerd sell for asking price?
- 50% of the last 28 comparable Brainerd sales closed at or over list price — about half hold full price. Based on real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
- 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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