521 N 8th Street, Brainerd, MN 56401
4 Beds | 1 Bath | 1,500 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7150602
Is 521 N 8th Street a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Excellent Value
At $140/sqft — This home is priced 27% below the typical Brainerd single-family home of $192/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
46 — Balanced market
Day 17 — similar homes typically go under contract by day ~16. This one is past that window.
67% of recent sales closed at or over asking — Brainerd sellers rarely discount.
21 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 106 active Brainerd listings · NorthstarMLS
$1,330/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,061
- Property taxes
- $147
- Home insurance (est.)
- $122
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($41,980) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
Located in Town Of Brainerd & First Add Bra, Brainerd, MN.
About This Home
Charming 4-Bedroom Home Just Steps from Gregory Park! Welcome to this delightful 4-bedroom, 1-bath home nestled just steps from Brainerd's beautiful Gregory Park — where everyday can be a walk in the park. You'll fall in love with this home's character and unbeatable location the moment you arrive. Updates: Brand-new roof (2024) for total peace of mind Newer appliances and modern lighting throughout Fenced-in backyard — perfect for cozy campfires or hosting friends. Spacious 2-car garage — a true find! Location You Can't Beat: Within a mile of the hospital, restaurants, and schools. Paddle down the mighty Mississippi River. Explore the world-renowned Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area in nearby Crosby. The Brainerd Lakes Area is one of Minnesota's best destinations for outdoor enthusiasts — and this home puts you right in the heart of it. Space you need, convenience, updates, character, and location — this one has it all. Agent is related to seller. Schedule your showing today!
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $157K and $262K in Brainerd:
- The field: 21 similar Brainerd homes for sale — you have options.
- Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 16 days — 2 of the last 14 inside 4 days.
- Negotiation: 67% of the last 33 sales here closed at or over list — Brainerd doesn't discount.
Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 33 real Brainerd closings, zero guesses · NorthstarMLS
Key Features
- Built
- 1900
- Garage
- 2-Car Detached
- Style
- One and One Half
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $1,766 (2026)
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,500
- Lot Size
- 4,225 sqft
- Basement
- No
- Roof
- Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt
- County
- Crow Wing
- List Date
- 2026-09-28
- Days on Market
- 15 days
- Parcel ID
- 41240976
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $1,766
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Baseboard
- Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
Interior Features
- Laundry
- Laundry Room, Main Level
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Block, Stone
- Foundation Area
- 750 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 1,500 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Stucco
- Fenced Area
- Yes
- Other Structures
- Garage(s)
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Detached Garage
Lot & Land
- Lot Features
- Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Tree Coverage - Light
- Road Surface
- City Street, Paved Streets, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Coldwell Banker Crown Realtors
Price History
Listed at $209,900 on Sep 26, 2026 — No price changes
521 N 8th Street 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 521 N 8th Street
- Is $209,900 a good price for a home in Brainerd?
- According to BuyPulse, 521 N 8th Street rates Excellent Value — at $140/sqft it's priced 27% below the typical Brainerd single-family home of $192/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 46/100 (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.
- What type of heating and cooling does 521 N 8th Street have?
- 521 N 8th Street has Baseboard heating and Window Unit(s) cooling.
- Where is 521 N 8th Street located?
- 521 N 8th Street is in the Town Of Brainerd & First Add Bra neighborhood of Brainerd, MN 56401, in Crow Wing County.
- Is 521 N 8th Street still available?
- Yes — 521 N 8th Street is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 521 N 8th Street built?
- 521 N 8th Street was built in 1900. It features a block, stone foundation.
- Does 521 N 8th Street have main-floor laundry?
- Yes — the laundry at 521 N 8th Street is on the main level.
- How walkable is 521 N 8th Street?
- 521 N 8th Street has a Walk Score of 64/100 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 62/100 (Somewhat Bikeable). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 521 N 8th Street are for sale in Brainerd?
- 21 similar homes (single-family homes between $157K and $262K in Brainerd) are for sale right now — you have options.
- How fast do homes like 521 N 8th Street sell in Brainerd?
- Homes like this one (single-family homes between $157K and $262K in Brainerd) went pending in a median 16 days over the last 90 days — 2 of the last 14 went under contract within 4 days.
- Do homes in Brainerd sell for asking price?
- 67% of the last 33 comparable Brainerd sales closed at or over list price — Brainerd doesn't discount. 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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