1905 single family home for sale at 1115 Summit Avenue in Detroit Lakes, MN — 5 bed, 3 bath (photo 1 of 41)

1115 Summit Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

5 Beds | 3 Baths | 4,080 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7085673

$495,000

Is 1115 Summit Avenue a Good Deal?

BuyPulse Verdict

Excellent Value

At $121/sqft — This home is priced 48% below the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $232/sqft.

Your Negotiating Position

88 — Strong buyer leverage

Day 132 — Detroit Lakes homes overall typically go under contract by day ~20. This one is past that window.

35% of recent sales closed at or over asking — most sellers here negotiate.

38 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.

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$3,039/month Estimated

Principal & interest
$2,503
Property taxes
$247
Home insurance (est.)
$289
HOA dues
None

20% down ($99,000) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?

Estimates only; confirm before you offer.

Detroit Lakes, MN Active

Located in Holmes Add/Detroit, Detroit Lakes, MN.

About This Home

MAJESTIC HOME ON HISTORIC SUMMIT AVE - 5 Bedrooms -- 3 Bathrooms -- Screened in Summit facing porch -- 4,080 sq ft -- 3 stall detached garage -- fenced in back yard -- Thru driveway from Summit to Minnesota Ave. After 29 years off market, this historic home on Summit Ave awaits a new owner. Hardwood floors, bold woodwork and doors, stained glass accents, Cherry built-ins and even butler's stairway are just a few of the many details this grand home has to offer. A city block deep lot means a large yard and nice privacy, as the home is set back off Summit Ave so mornings or evenings spent in the screened porch are even more special. Triple stall garage that previous owner equipped with hot and cold water making this an IDEAL workspace for any auto enthusiast or hobbyist. This home will certainly be a crown jewel for the new owner.

BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read

Homes like this one — single-family homes between $371K and $619K in Detroit Lakes:

  • The field: 38 similar Detroit Lakes homes for sale — you have options.
  • Negotiation: 35% of the last 23 sales here closed at or over list — there's room to negotiate.

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Key Features

Built
1905
Garage
3-Car Detached
Style
More Than 2 Stories
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$2,960 (2025)

Property Details

Property Type
Single Family
Above Grade Sq Ft
4,080
Lot Size
0.6 acres
Basement
No
Roof
Asphalt
County
Becker
List Date
2026-06-02
Days on Market
132 days
Parcel ID
490415000

Financial

Total Tax incl. Assessments
$2,960

Home Systems & Utilities

Heating
Boiler, Radiant
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Water
City Water/Connected
Sewer
City Sewer/Connected
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned

Interior Features

Laundry
Lower Level
Fireplace
1 fireplace

Construction & Exterior

Construction & Structure

Foundation Type
Stone
Foundation Area
1,312 sqft
Total Building Area
4,080 sqft

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Wood
Fenced Area
Yes
Accessibility Features
None

Parking & Garage

Parking Features
Detached Garage, Gravel

Lot & Land

Road Surface
City Street
Zoning Description
Residential-Single Family

Agent & Office

List Office
REMAX Lakes Region

Price History

Listed at $495,000 on Jun 2, 2026 — No price changes

1115 Summit Avenue is listed in Detroit Lakes, MN, part of Becker County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1115 Summit Avenue

Is $495,000 a good price for a home in Detroit Lakes?
According to BuyPulse, 1115 Summit Avenue rates Excellent Value — at $121/sqft it's priced 48% below the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $232/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 88/100 (Strong buyer leverage), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Detroit Lakes homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Detroit Lakes homes for sale to compare.
What type of heating and cooling does 1115 Summit Avenue have?
1115 Summit Avenue has Boiler, Radiant heating and Window Unit(s) cooling.
Where is 1115 Summit Avenue located?
1115 Summit Avenue is in the Holmes Add/detroit neighborhood of Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, in Becker County.
Is 1115 Summit Avenue still available?
Yes — 1115 Summit Avenue is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
When was 1115 Summit Avenue built?
1115 Summit Avenue was built in 1905. It features an asphalt roof and a stone foundation.
Does 1115 Summit Avenue have main-floor laundry?
No — the laundry at 1115 Summit Avenue is in the lower level.
How walkable is 1115 Summit Avenue?
1115 Summit Avenue has a Walk Score of 63/100 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 67/100 (Somewhat Bikeable). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
How many homes like 1115 Summit Avenue are for sale in Detroit Lakes?
38 similar homes (single-family homes between $371K and $619K in Detroit Lakes) are for sale right now — you have options.
Do homes in Detroit Lakes sell for asking price?
35% of the last 23 comparable Detroit Lakes 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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