1221 Roosevelt Avenue, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
4 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,840 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7101415
Price Reduced — was $309,900 (↓ $10,900) · M Markdowns
Is 1221 Roosevelt Avenue a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Excellent Value
At $163/sqft — This home is priced 33% below the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $242/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
60 — Balanced market
Day 98 — Detroit Lakes homes overall typically go under contract by day ~21. This one is past that window.
41% of recent sales closed at or over asking — about half hold full price.
32 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $10,900 — motivation showing.
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$1,865/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,512
- Property taxes
- $172
- Home insurance (est.)
- $174
- Special assessments
- $7
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($59,800) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Includes special assessments — the FM-metro cost most portals leave out. Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
About This Home
MOTIVATED SELLER!! Looking for a move-in ready home in a great location? This 4-bedroom, 2-bath rambler checks all the boxes. With 3 bedrooms on the main level, an updated kitchen, newer appliances, and a finished basement, there's plenty of space for everyone. The lower level features a large family room, beautiful full bathroom, and 4th bedroom, creating the perfect space for guests, hobbies, or simply spreading out. Major updates including, HVAC, shingles, windows, gutters, driveway, and landscaping have already been completed, allowing you to move in and enjoy. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard complete with a pergola, patio, and room to relax, entertain, or let kids and pets play. Conveniently located near schools, parks, and other Detroit Lakes amenities, this well-maintained home offers comfort, space, and a location you'll love.
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $224K and $374K in Detroit Lakes:
- The field: 32 similar Detroit Lakes homes for sale — you have options.
- Negotiation: 41% of the last 22 sales here closed at or over list — about half hold full price.
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Key Features
- Built
- 1956
- Garage
- 1-Car Attached
- Style
- One
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $2,069 (2026)
- Specials/yr
- $85
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,094
- Below Grade Sq Ft
- 746
- Lot Size
- 0.22 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- Roof
- Age 8 Years or Less
- County
- Becker
- List Date
- 2026-09-30
- Days on Market
- 5 days
- Parcel ID
- 490331000
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $2,154
- Specials Pending
- No
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Appliances
- Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
Interior Features
- Laundry
- In Basement
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Block
- Foundation Area
- 1,094 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 2,188 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Aluminum Siding, Metal
- Fenced Area
- Yes
- Other Structures
- Storage Shed
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Attached Garage, Concrete
Lot & Land
- Road Surface
- Paved Streets, Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- HomeSmart Adventure Realty
Price History
Reduced $20,900 (6.5%)
- Price reduced to $319,900 — Jul 15, 2026
- Price reduced to $309,900 — Jul 31, 2026
- Price reduced to $299,000 — Oct 1, 2026
1221 Roosevelt 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 1221 Roosevelt Avenue
- Is $299,000 a good price for a home in Detroit Lakes?
- According to BuyPulse, 1221 Roosevelt Avenue rates Excellent Value — at $163/sqft it's priced 33% below the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $242/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 60/100 (Balanced market), 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 are the special assessments at 1221 Roosevelt Avenue — and what do they mean?
- This property has $85/yr in annual special assessments, with no specials pending. Special assessments are separate from property taxes — they are charges levied by the city for infrastructure improvements like streets, water, sewer, and sidewalks. Annual property taxes are $2,069/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
What special assessments cost in Detroit Lakes — live figures on every home for sale.
- Does 1221 Roosevelt Avenue have a basement?
- Yes, 1221 Roosevelt Avenue has a basement with 746 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 1221 Roosevelt Avenue have?
- 1221 Roosevelt Avenue has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 1221 Roosevelt Avenue located?
- 1221 Roosevelt Avenue is in Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, in Becker County.
- Is 1221 Roosevelt Avenue still available?
- Yes — 1221 Roosevelt Avenue is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 1221 Roosevelt Avenue built?
- 1221 Roosevelt Avenue was built in 1956. It features a block foundation.
- Does 1221 Roosevelt Avenue have main-floor laundry?
- No — the laundry at 1221 Roosevelt Avenue is in the lower level.
- How walkable is 1221 Roosevelt Avenue?
- 1221 Roosevelt Avenue has a Walk Score of 46/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 52/100 (Somewhat Bikeable). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 1221 Roosevelt Avenue are for sale in Detroit Lakes?
- 32 similar homes (single-family homes between $224K and $374K in Detroit Lakes) are for sale right now — you have options.
- Do homes in Detroit Lakes sell for asking price?
- 41% of the last 22 comparable Detroit Lakes sales closed at or over list price — about half hold full price. Based on real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
- 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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