309 Bluff Avenue, Brainerd, MN 56401
Just Listed — listed August 30, 2026 · M Premiere
4 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,273 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7133947
Is 309 Bluff Avenue a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Excellent Value
At $137/sqft — This home is priced 26% below the typical Brainerd single-family home of $186/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
60 — Balanced market
Day 3 — similar homes typically go under contract by day ~17, so this one is early in its window.
39% of recent sales closed at or over asking — most sellers here negotiate.
40 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 119 active Brainerd listings · NorthstarMLS
$2,886/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $2,275
- Property taxes
- $348
- Home insurance (est.)
- $263
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($90,000) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
Located in Auditors Of Unplatted Por Sec, Brainerd, MN.
About This Home
Welcome to 309 Bluff Ave, a beautifully renovated turn-of-the-century home offering timeless character, modern comfort, and picturesque views overlooking the Mississippi River. Thoughtfully renovated by Norson Builders, this impressive 4-bedroom, 4-bath home blends the craftsmanship and charm of its era with updates designed for today's lifestyle. Inside, multiple living areas provide plenty of space to gather, entertain, or unwind, while a wood-burning fireplace adds warmth and character. The spacious primary bedroom features a private bath, and the home's flexible layout offers ample room for family, guests, a home office, or additional living space. Step outside to multiple decks designed to take full advantage of the beautiful river setting, perfect for morning coffee, outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing while overlooking the Mississippi. Additional features include a chicken coop and solar panels installed in 2017, adding a unique combination of sustainability and homesteading potential. Rich in history, beautifully updated, and filled with character, 309 Bluff Ave offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the charm of a turn-of-the-century home with modern amenities and incredible Mississippi River views, all in the heart of Brainerd.
Virtual Tour
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $338K and $563K in Brainerd:
- The field: 40 similar Brainerd homes for sale — you have options.
- Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 17 days — 2 of the last 12 inside 4 days.
- Negotiation: 39% of the last 33 sales here closed at or over list — there's room to negotiate.
Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 33 real Brainerd closings, zero guesses · NorthstarMLS
Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 1921
- Above Grade
- 2,499 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 774 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.43 acres
- Lot Features
- Tree Coverage - Light
- Garage
- 2-car (Detached Garage, Concrete, Shared Driveway, Electric, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Shared Garage/Stall)
- Heating
- Boiler, Fireplace(s), Radiator
- Cooling
- None
- Basement
- Finished
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Annual Taxes
- $4,174
- County
- Crow Wing
- Days on Market
- 3
309 Bluff Avenue 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 309 Bluff Avenue
- Is $450,000 a good price for a home in Brainerd?
- According to BuyPulse, 309 Bluff Avenue rates Excellent Value — at $137/sqft it's priced 26% below the typical Brainerd single-family home of $186/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 309 Bluff Avenue have a basement?
- Yes, 309 Bluff Avenue has a finished basement with 774 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 309 Bluff Avenue have?
- 309 Bluff Avenue has Boiler, Fireplace(s), Radiator heating and None cooling.
- Where is 309 Bluff Avenue located?
- 309 Bluff Avenue is in the Auditors Of Unplatted Por Sec neighborhood of Brainerd, MN 56401, in Crow Wing County.
- Is 309 Bluff Avenue still available?
- Yes — 309 Bluff Avenue is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 309 Bluff Avenue built?
- 309 Bluff Avenue was built in 1921. It features a poured concrete foundation.
- Does 309 Bluff Avenue have main-floor laundry?
- No — the laundry at 309 Bluff Avenue is in the lower level.
- How walkable is 309 Bluff Avenue?
- 309 Bluff Avenue has a Walk Score of 39/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 31/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 309 Bluff Avenue are for sale in Brainerd?
- 40 similar homes (single-family homes between $338K and $563K in Brainerd) are for sale right now — you have options.
- How fast do homes like 309 Bluff Avenue sell in Brainerd?
- Homes like this one (single-family homes between $338K and $563K in Brainerd) went pending in a median 17 days over the last 90 days — 2 of the last 12 went under contract within 4 days.
- Do homes in Brainerd sell for asking price?
- 39% of the last 33 comparable Brainerd sales closed at or over list price — there's room to negotiate. 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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