1950 single family home for sale at 1501 5th Street S in Fargo, ND — 2 bed, 1 bath (photo 1 of 38)

1501 5th Street S, Fargo, ND 58103

Just Listed — listed October 21, 2026 · M Premiere

2 Beds | 1 Bath | 1,013 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7163047

$249,900

$1,711/month Estimated

Principal & interest
$1,264
Property taxes
$301
Home insurance (est.)
$146
HOA dues
None

20% down ($49,980) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?

Estimates only; confirm before you offer.

Fargo, ND Active

Located in Huntingtons, Fargo, ND.

About This Home

Own a piece of mid-century history at 1501 5th St S. This original Lustron home is one of approximately 2,500 built nationwide. Located in Fargo's Clara Barton neighborhood, it's just one mile from downtown and a short walk to Lindenwood Park. Thoughtfully updated over the years while maintaining its unique character, the home features new mini-split heating and cooling, an insulated subfloor with new flooring throughout, an updated bathroom, and numerous other improvements. Outside, a spacious fenced backyard offers plenty of room for gardening, pets, or entertaining, along with a detached garage. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a piece of architectural history in an established neighborhood close to Downtown Fargo!

BuyPulse · Live market read

How 1501 5th Street S Compares to the Fargo Market

At $247/sqft, this home is priced $70/sqft above the typical Fargo single-family home of $177/sqft.

The median list price in Fargo is $379,000.

Verdict: Premium Pricing

Your negotiating position

46 Balanced market

Seller's market · Balanced · Buyer leverage

Day 0 — similar homes typically go under contract by day ~18, so this one is early in its window.

61% of recent sales closed at or over asking — Fargo sellers rarely discount.

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

Homes like this one — ramblers between $187K and $312K in Fargo:

  • The field: 33 similar Fargo homes for sale — you have options.
  • Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 18 days — 1 of the last 16 inside 4 days.
  • Negotiation: 61% of the last 33 sales here closed at or over list — Fargo doesn't discount.
  • Price cuts: 16 of 33 similar homes have trimmed asking — median trim $5,000. This one hasn't budged.

Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 33 real Fargo closings, zero guesses · NorthstarMLS

Key Features

Built
1950
Garage
1-Car Detached
Style
One
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$3,612.89 (2026)
School District
Fargo Public Schools
Assigned Elementary School
Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School
Assigned Middle School
Ben Franklin Middle School
Assigned High School
North High School

Property Details

Property Type
Single Family
Above Grade Sq Ft
1,013
Lot Size
8,527.18 sqft
Basement
No
Roof
Metal
County
Cass
List Date
2026-10-21
Days on Market
0 days
Parcel ID
01140002300000

Financial

Total Tax incl. Assessments
$3,612.89

Home Systems & Utilities

Heating
Ductless Mini-Split
Cooling
Ductless Mini-Split
Water
City Water/Connected
Sewer
City Sewer/Connected

Interior Features

Laundry
Main Level

Construction & Exterior

Construction & Structure

Foundation Type
Slab
Foundation Area
1,013 sqft
Total Building Area
1,013 sqft

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Metal
Accessibility Features
No Stairs External, No Stairs Internal

Parking & Garage

Parking Features
Detached Garage

Lot & Land

Lot Features
Corner Lot
Zoning Description
Residential-Single Family

Agent & Office

List Office
Town & Country Realty

Price History

Listed at $249,900 on Oct 21, 2026 — No price changes

1501 5th Street S is listed in Fargo, ND, part of Cass County. Browse all North Dakota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

Showing — 1501 5th Street S

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Associate Broker · Modern Market REALTORS®

Your Fargo real estate expert since 2012 — I represent you, not the seller. Quick to respond, easy to text.

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MLS# 7163047 · Updated October 21, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1501 5th Street S

What schools is 1501 5th Street S zoned to?
1501 5th Street S is zoned to Clara Barton Hawthorne Elementary School (elementary), Ben Franklin Middle School (middle school), and North High School (high school). Attendance boundaries change — confirm your exact address with the district before you rely on it.
Is $249,900 a good price for a home in Fargo?
According to BuyPulse, 1501 5th Street S rates Premium Pricing — at $247/sqft it's priced 40% above the typical Fargo single-family home of $177/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 46/100 (Balanced market), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Fargo homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Fargo homes for sale to compare.
What type of heating and cooling does 1501 5th Street S have?
1501 5th Street S has Ductless Mini-Split heating and Ductless Mini-Split cooling.
Where is 1501 5th Street S located?
1501 5th Street S is in the Huntingtons neighborhood of Fargo, ND 58103, in Cass County. It's in the Fargo Public Schools.
Is 1501 5th Street S still available?
Yes — 1501 5th Street S is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
When was 1501 5th Street S built?
1501 5th Street S was built in 1950. It features a metal roof and a slab foundation.
Does 1501 5th Street S have main-floor laundry?
Yes — the laundry at 1501 5th Street S is on the main level.
What utilities serve 1501 5th Street S?
Electric and gas at 1501 5th Street S are provided by Xcel Energy and Cass County Electric Cooperative. Water, sewer, and garbage are handled by City of Fargo Utilities. Internet options include Midco, Sparklight, CenturyLink and 702 Communications. Full Fargo utility setup guide — phone numbers and move-in timeline →
Is 1501 5th Street S near a golf course?
Yes — Fargo Country Club (private course) is about 1 miles from 1501 5th Street S. It's the closest golf course in the Fargo-Moorhead metro.
How walkable is 1501 5th Street S?
1501 5th Street S has a Walk Score of 49/100 (Car-Dependent), a Bike Score of 46/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure) and a Transit Score of 27/100 (Minimal Transit). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
How many homes like 1501 5th Street S are for sale in Fargo?
33 similar homes (ramblers between $187K and $312K in Fargo) are for sale right now — you have options.
How fast do homes like 1501 5th Street S sell in Fargo?
Homes like this one (ramblers between $187K and $312K in Fargo) went pending in a median 18 days over the last 90 days — 1 of the last 16 went under contract within 4 days.
Do homes in Fargo sell for asking price?
61% of the last 33 comparable Fargo sales closed at or over list price — Fargo doesn't discount. Based on real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
What does "M Premiere" mean?
M Premiere™ is Modern Market REALTORS®’ early-access tracker for homes entering NorthstarMLS during the critical first 96 hours on market. Well-priced homes in Fargo-Moorhead frequently receive their strongest buyer attention in that opening window. M Premiere surfaces new inventory the moment it lists — so buyers can act before a home becomes widely discovered.
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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