420 James Street, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
4 Beds | 3 Baths | 1,858 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7079849
Is 420 James Street a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Excellent Value
At $161/sqft — This home is priced 28% below the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $223/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
88 — Strong buyer leverage
Day 116 — Detroit Lakes homes overall typically go under contract by day ~20. This one is past that window.
36% of recent sales closed at or over asking — most sellers here negotiate.
36 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
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$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: 36 similar Detroit Lakes homes for sale — you have options.
- Negotiation: 36% of the last 22 sales here closed at or over list — there's room to negotiate.
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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
- 116
420 James Street 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 420 James Street
- Is $299,900 a good price for a home in Detroit Lakes?
- According to BuyPulse, 420 James Street rates Excellent Value — at $161/sqft it's priced 28% below the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $223/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 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.
- Is 420 James Street still available?
- Yes — 420 James Street is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- 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 walkable is 420 James Street?
- 420 James Street 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 420 James Street are for sale in Detroit Lakes?
- 36 similar homes (single-family homes between $225K and $375K in Detroit Lakes) are for sale right now — you have options.
- Do homes in Detroit Lakes sell for asking price?
- 36% of the last 22 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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