1956 single family home for sale at 1701 5th Street S in Fargo, ND — 3 bed, 2 bath (photo 1 of 34)

1701 5th Street S, Fargo, ND 58103

Open House

  • Open House: Sunday, October 18, 2026 · 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM — NEW LISTING! Located across the street from Lindenwood Park! This 3 bedroom rambler features 2,240 sq ft, park views, a finished basement, fenced yard and corner lot. Cosmetic updates needed. Priced to sell AS IS with great potential & opportunity!

Just Listed — listed October 9, 2026 · M Premiere

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,840 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7153702

$264,900

Is 1701 5th Street S a Good Deal?

BuyPulse Verdict

Excellent Value

At $144/sqft — This home is priced 18% below the typical Fargo single-family home of $176/sqft.

Your Negotiating Position

38 — Seller-leaning market

Day 3 — similar homes typically go under contract by day ~17, so this one is early in its window.

67% of recent sales closed at or over asking — Fargo sellers rarely discount.

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

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$1,854/month Estimated

Principal & interest
$1,339
Property taxes
$298
Home insurance (est.)
$155
Special assessments
$62
HOA dues
None

20% down ($52,980) · 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.

Fargo, ND Active

Located in Fargo Investment, Fargo, ND.

About This Home

INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY to own a single family home directly across from Lindenwood Park! Enjoy beautiful park views through the floor to ceiling living room windows in this 3 bedroom home with all bedrooms conveniently located on the main floor. Situated on a corner lot in a mature neighborhood with low special assessments, this property offers 2,240 total square feet, a functional floor plan, natural gas, central air, some newer windows and a poured concrete basement foundation. The basement features a family room, 3/4 bathroom and a flexible bonus room with a hot tub. Outside, enjoy the fully fenced backyard with a storage shed. Although some cosmetic updates are needed, this home offers excellent potential for homeowners looking to build equity or investors seeking their next opportunity. Priced to sell and being offered AS-IS, this is your chance to bring your vision to life in a desirable location!

BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read

Homes like this one — ramblers between $199K and $331K in Fargo:

  • The field: 37 similar Fargo homes for sale — you have options.
  • Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 17 days — 1 of the last 17 inside 4 days.
  • Negotiation: 67% of the last 39 sales here closed at or over list — Fargo doesn't discount.

Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 39 real Fargo closings, zero guesses · NorthstarMLS

Key Features

Built
1956
Garage
1-Car Attached
Style
One
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$3,577 (2025)
Specials/yr
$745
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
1,120
Below Grade Sq Ft
720
Lot Size
8,830 sqft
Basement
Yes
Construction
Concrete
County
Cass
List Date
2026-10-09
Days on Market
3 days
Parcel ID
01082000010000

Financial

Total Tax incl. Assessments
$4,322
Specials Pending
No

Home Systems & Utilities

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
City Water/Connected
Sewer
City Sewer/Connected
Appliances
Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Construction & Exterior

Construction & Structure

Foundation Type
Poured Concrete
Foundation Area
1,120 sqft
Total Building Area
2,240 sqft

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Wood
Fenced Area
Yes
Other Structures
Storage Shed
Accessibility Features
None

Parking & Garage

Parking Features
Attached Garage, Concrete

Lot & Land

Lot Features
Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Zoning Description
Residential-Single Family

Agent & Office

List Office
REALTY XPERTS

Price History

Listed at $264,900 on Oct 9, 2026 — No price changes

1701 5th Street S is listed in Fargo, ND, part of Cass County. Browse all North Dakota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

Showing — 1701 5th Street S

Shannon Barnum

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# 7153702 · Data refreshed October 12, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1701 5th Street S

What schools is 1701 5th Street S zoned to?
1701 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 $264,900 a good price for a home in Fargo?
According to BuyPulse, 1701 5th Street S rates Excellent Value — at $144/sqft it's priced 18% below the typical Fargo single-family home of $176/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 38/100 (Seller-leaning 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 are the special assessments at 1701 5th Street S — and what do they mean?
This property has $745/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. Special assessments are common in newer North Dakota developments and typically run 5 to 25 years. Annual property taxes are $3,577/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.

What special assessments cost in Fargo — live figures on every home for sale.

Does 1701 5th Street S have a basement?
Yes, 1701 5th Street S has a basement with 720 sq ft of below-grade space.
What type of heating and cooling does 1701 5th Street S have?
1701 5th Street S has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
Where is 1701 5th Street S located?
1701 5th Street S is in the Fargo Investment neighborhood of Fargo, ND 58103, in Cass County. It's in the Fargo Public Schools.
Is 1701 5th Street S still available?
Yes — 1701 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 1701 5th Street S built?
1701 5th Street S was built in 1956. It features concrete construction and a poured concrete foundation.
What utilities serve 1701 5th Street S?
Electric and gas at 1701 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 1701 5th Street S near a golf course?
Yes — Fargo Country Club (private course) is about 0.7 miles from 1701 5th Street S. It's the closest golf course in the Fargo-Moorhead metro.
How many homes like 1701 5th Street S are for sale in Fargo?
37 similar homes (ramblers between $199K and $331K in Fargo) are for sale right now — you have options.
How fast do homes like 1701 5th Street S sell in Fargo?
Homes like this one (ramblers between $199K and $331K in Fargo) went pending in a median 17 days over the last 90 days — 1 of the last 17 went under contract within 4 days.
Do homes in Fargo sell for asking price?
67% of the last 39 comparable Fargo sales closed at or over list price — Fargo doesn't discount. 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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