2878 Lilac Lane N, Fargo, ND 58102
5 Beds | 5 Baths | 4,228 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7060595
Price Drop on M Markdowns — was $859,900 (↓ $20,000)
Is 2878 Lilac Lane N a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Premium Pricing
At $199/sqft — This home is priced 11% above the typical Fargo single-family home of $179/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
95 — Strong buyer leverage
Day 148 — Fargo homes overall typically go under contract by day ~20. This one is past that window.
44% of recent sales closed at or over asking — about half hold full price.
38 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $20,000 — motivation showing.
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$5,358/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $4,247
- Property taxes
- $594
- Home insurance (est.)
- $490
- Special assessments
- $27
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($167,980) · 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 North Oaks, Fargo, ND.
About This Home
This is the one! Here’s your chance to own one of North Fargo’s finest homes! Architecturally designed, quality built, 1-owner, 2-story home featuring soaring ceilings, light filled spaces, tons of windows, high end finishes, and so many extras with a setting that can’t be beat! The grand open foyer and sweeping staircase set the stage for this contemporary stunner with so much room and a surprise around every corner including a gourmet style kitchen, hardwood floors, granite tops, extra storage everywhere with style x 10 throughout! Must see in person! You’ll absolutely love all the space with 5 large bedrooms(4 up!) w/ WIC’s, 5 baths- plus a den/office and large 3 season room right off of the kitchen offering panoramic views of lush landscaping and your very own personal sanctuary- (This yard and location are unbelievable!) Finished top to bottom boasting a large 3 stall garage with extra storage- this gem has everything you need and want in your next home! Call your favorite agent for more details (too many to list) and info!
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $630K and $1.0M in Fargo:
- The field: 38 similar Fargo homes for sale — you have options.
- Negotiation: 44% of the last 18 sales here closed at or over list — about half hold full price.
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Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 1991
- Above Grade
- 3,112 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 1,116 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.49 acres
- Lot Features
- Irregular Lot
- Garage
- 3-car (Attached Garage, Concrete, Tandem Garage)
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Basement
- Finished
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Double Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Annual Taxes
- $7,131.77
- Special Assessments
- $318
- School District
- Fargo Public Schools
- Assigned Elementary School
- Longfellow Elementary School
- Assigned Middle School
- Ben Franklin Middle School
- Assigned High School
- North High School
- County
- Cass
- Days on Market
- 148
2878 Lilac Lane N is listed in Fargo, ND, part of Cass County. Browse all North Dakota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 2878 Lilac Lane N
- What schools is 2878 Lilac Lane N zoned to?
- 2878 Lilac Lane N is zoned to Longfellow 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 $839,900 a good price for a home in Fargo?
- According to BuyPulse, 2878 Lilac Lane N rates Premium Pricing — at $199/sqft it's priced 11% above the typical Fargo single-family home of $179/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 95/100 (Strong buyer leverage), 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 2878 Lilac Lane N — and what do they mean?
- This property has $318/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 10–20 years. Annual property taxes are $7,131.77/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
- Does 2878 Lilac Lane N have a basement?
- Yes, 2878 Lilac Lane N has a finished basement with 1,116 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 2878 Lilac Lane N have?
- 2878 Lilac Lane N has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 2878 Lilac Lane N located?
- 2878 Lilac Lane N is in the North Oaks neighborhood of Fargo, ND 58102, in Cass County. It's in the Fargo Public Schools.
- Is 2878 Lilac Lane N still available?
- Yes — 2878 Lilac Lane N is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 2878 Lilac Lane N built?
- 2878 Lilac Lane N was built in 1991. It features an architectural shingle roof and a poured concrete foundation.
- Does 2878 Lilac Lane N have main-floor laundry?
- Yes — the laundry at 2878 Lilac Lane N is on the main level.
- What utilities serve 2878 Lilac Lane N?
- Electric and gas at 2878 Lilac Lane N 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 2878 Lilac Lane N near a golf course?
- Yes — Edgewood Golf Course (public course) is about 0.8 miles from 2878 Lilac Lane N. It's the closest golf course in the Fargo-Moorhead metro.
- How walkable is 2878 Lilac Lane N?
- 2878 Lilac Lane N has a Walk Score of 10/100 (Car-Dependent), a Bike Score of 36/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure) and a Transit Score of 16/100 (Minimal Transit). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 2878 Lilac Lane N are for sale in Fargo?
- 38 similar homes (single-family homes between $630K and $1.0M in Fargo) are for sale right now — you have options.
- Do homes in Fargo sell for asking price?
- 44% of the last 18 comparable Fargo 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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