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4 Beds | 3 Baths | 1,858 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7079849
Price Drop on M Markdowns — was $304,900 (↓ $5,000)
$1,908/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,516
- Property taxes
- $210
- Home insurance (est.)
- $175
- Special assessments
- $7
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($59,980) · 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.
Located in Clearview Add, Detroit Lakes, MN.
About This Home
**READY TO MOVE THIS PROPERTY**Very motivated seller! Charming 4-bedroom, 3-bath rambler in a desirable Detroit Lakes location! Situated directly across from Detroit Lakes High School, this home is within walking distance of the city beach, parks, and all the amenities along West Lake Drive. Inside, the spacious layout offers generous updated living spaces including an oversized living room filled with natural light and large windows, a formal dining room, and a main floor primary bedroom w/private 1/2 bath. The updated 4 season sunroom with forced air is perfectly positioned to enjoy sunrise views with your morning coffee! Recent improvements include a new oversized concrete driveway, freshly remodeled main-floor full bathroom, and an expanded lower level featuring office or play space along with 2 additional bedrooms with modern finishes complete with egress windows, lighted closets, and built-in shelving. The clean lower level also includes a ¾ bath, providing excellent potential for a future family room or entertainment space. Outside, a sprawling corner lot lawn, vibrant flowering trees, and a newly added storage shed create exceptional curb appeal and inviting outdoor space. Vacant and ready for immediate occupancy, this home presents an excellent opportunity for you!
BuyPulse — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $225K and $375K in Detroit Lakes:
- The field: 28 similar Detroit Lakes homes for sale — you have options.
- Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 33 days — 1 of the last 17 inside 4 days.
- Negotiation: 40% of the last 25 sales here closed at or over list — about half hold full price.
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Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 1957
- Above Grade
- 1,328 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 530 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.24 acres
- Lot Features
- Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
- Garage
- 2-car (Attached Garage, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Insulated Garage)
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Basement
- Yes
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Sewer
- City Sewer - In Street
- Water
- City Water - In Street
- Annual Taxes
- $2,523
- Special Assessments
- $85
- County
- Becker
- Days on Market
- 70
420 James Street is listed in Detroit Lakes, MN, part of Becker. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 420 James Street
- Is $299,900 a good price for a home in Detroit Lakes?
- At $161/sqft, this home is priced significantly below the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $251/sqft (36% lower), according to our BuyPulse comparison of comparable active listings. Browse Detroit Lakes homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 420 James Street — 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 $2,523/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
- Does 420 James Street have a basement?
- Yes, 420 James Street has a basement with 530 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 420 James Street have?
- 420 James Street has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 420 James Street located?
- 420 James Street is in the Clearview neighborhood of Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, in Becker County.
- When was 420 James Street built?
- 420 James Street was built in 1957. It features block construction, an architectural shingle roof, and a block foundation.
- Does 420 James Street have main-floor laundry?
- No — the laundry at 420 James Street is in the lower level.
- How many homes like 420 James Street are for sale in Detroit Lakes?
- 28 similar homes (single-family homes between $225K and $375K in Detroit Lakes) are for sale right now — you have options.
- How fast do homes like 420 James Street sell in Detroit Lakes?
- Homes like this one (single-family homes between $225K and $375K in Detroit Lakes) went pending in a median 33 days over the last 90 days — 1 of the last 17 went under contract within 4 days.
- Do homes in Detroit Lakes sell for asking price?
- 40% of the last 25 comparable Detroit Lakes sales closed at or over list price — about half hold full price. Based on real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
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