117 Altavista Drive — Twin Home, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,962 Sq Ft | Twin Home | MLS# 7132751
Price Drop on M Markdowns — was $459,000 (↓ $20,000)
Is 117 Altavista Drive a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Strong Value
At $224/sqft — This home is priced 7% below the typical Detroit Lakes twin home of $242/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
76 — Strong buyer leverage
Day 49 — Detroit Lakes homes overall typically go under contract by day ~20. This one is past that window.
6 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $20,000 — motivation showing.
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$2,640/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $2,220
- Property taxes
- $164
- Home insurance (est.)
- $256
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($87,800) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
Located in 839 South Shore Becker County, Detroit Lakes, MN.
About This Home
NEWER CONSTRUCTION. EASY LIVING. EXCEPTIONAL LOCATION. Looking for something newer, beautifully finished, and remarkably easy to own? This one-year-old twinhome offers single-level living in an established neighborhood on the south side of Big Detroit Lake, close to the lake and everything Detroit Lakes has to offer. The bright, open-concept design is ideal for comfortable living and entertaining. The quality eat-in kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a sit-up island and generous workspace, flowing into the living and formal dining areas. The primary suite includes a beautiful bath with a tiled walk-in shower and large walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and a second full bath provide flexibility for guests, an office, or hobbies—all conveniently on one level. Step outside to the patio and enjoy western sunset views overlooking an exceptionally well-maintained, irrigated lawn. The oversized finished garage is a true bonus, featuring in-floor heat, epoxy flooring, and excellent lighting. The HOA is $180.00 per month and includes lawn care, snow removal, lawn sprinkling, and garbage. Whether you’re downsizing, seeking low-maintenance living, or simply ready for newer construction without the work of an older home, this property offers an exceptional combination of quality, comfort, and location.
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — twin homes between $329K and $549K in Detroit Lakes:
- The field: 6 similar Detroit Lakes homes for sale — a short list right now.
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Key Features
- Built
- 2024
- Garage
- 2-Car Attached
- Style
- One
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $1,968 (2026)
Property Details
- Property Type
- Twin Home
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,962
- Lot Size
- 0.077 acres
- Basement
- No
- Roof
- Age 8 Years or Less
- Construction
- Frame
- County
- Becker
- List Date
- 2026-08-24
- Days on Market
- 49 days
- Parcel ID
- 492700017
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $1,968
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air, In-Floor Heating
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features
- Laundry
- In Hall
- Fireplace
- 1 fireplace
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Concrete Perimeter, Slab
- Foundation Area
- 1,962 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 1,962 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Cement Board
- Accessibility Features
- Doors 36"+
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Attached Garage, Parking Lot
Lot & Land
- Road Surface
- Paved Streets, Private Road
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
Price History
- Price reduced to $439,000 — Sep 8, 2026
117 Altavista Drive 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 117 Altavista Drive
- Is $439,000 a good price for a home in Detroit Lakes?
- According to BuyPulse, 117 Altavista Drive rates Strong Value — at $224/sqft it's priced 7% below the typical Detroit Lakes twin home of $242/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 76/100 (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 117 Altavista Drive have?
- 117 Altavista Drive has Forced Air, In-Floor Heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 117 Altavista Drive located?
- 117 Altavista Drive is in the 839 South Shore Becker County neighborhood of Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, in Becker County.
- Is 117 Altavista Drive still available?
- Yes — 117 Altavista Drive is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 117 Altavista Drive built?
- 117 Altavista Drive was built in 2024. It features frame construction and a concrete perimeter, slab foundation.
- How walkable is 117 Altavista Drive?
- 117 Altavista Drive has a Walk Score of 0/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 19/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 117 Altavista Drive are for sale in Detroit Lakes?
- 6 similar homes (twin homes between $329K and $549K in Detroit Lakes) are for sale right now — a short list right now.
- 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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