3981 47th Avenue S, Fargo, ND 58104
Single Family Home for Sale in Fargo, ND 4 Beds | 4 Baths | 3,831 Sq Ft
M Markdowns — Price Reduced — was $729,900 (↓ $10,000)
$5,323/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $3,925
- Property taxes
- $714
- Home insurance (est.)
- $420
- Special assessments
- $264 + pending
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($143,980) · 30-yr fixed, 7.24%
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Includes special assessments — the FM-metro cost most portals leave out. Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
Located in Cottagewood 1st Add, Fargo, ND.
About This Home
Stunning 2-Story Home with No Backyard Neighbors! This beautifully maintained home offers exceptional living and entertaining space both inside and out. Enjoy the privacy of a fully fenced backyard featuring manicured landscaping and an incredible multi-level stone patio—perfect for relaxing, dining, and entertaining. A convenient storage shed provides additional outdoor storage. The main floor features a private office tucked just off the mudroom, along with a versatile bonus room near the front foyer that could serve as a dining room, playroom, or additional living space. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious owner's suite, a huge family room/loft area, and the convenience of an upper-level laundry room. The finished basement provides even more living space, plus a large storage room and a tankless, on-demand gas water heater. The heated garage adds comfort and convenience year-round. With thoughtful upgrades throughout and a fantastic layout designed for everyday living and entertaining, this home truly has it all. Don't miss your opportunity to see this
BuyPulse · Live market read
How 3981 47th Avenue S Compares to the Fargo Market
At $188/sqft, this home is priced $12/sqft above the typical Fargo single-family home of $176/sqft.
The median list price in Fargo is $379,900.
Verdict: Fair Market Value
Your negotiating position
94 Strong buyer leverage
Seller's market · Balanced · Buyer leverage
Day 95 — similar homes typically go under contract by day ~20. This one is past that window.
27% of recent sales closed at or over asking — most sellers here negotiate.
29 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $10,000 — the asking price has already moved.
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $540K and $900K in Fargo:
- The field: 29 similar Fargo homes for sale — you have options.
- Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 20 days — 0 of the last 12 inside 4 days.
- Negotiation: 27% of the last 30 sales here closed at or over list — there's room to negotiate.
- Price cuts: 15 of 29 similar homes have trimmed asking — median trim $14,000. This one already cut $10,000.
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Key Features
- Built
- 2016
- Garage
- 3-Car Attached
- Style
- Two
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $8,563 (2025)
- Specials/yr
- $3,162 + pending
Neighborhood & Schools
- Neighborhood
- Cottagewood
- School district
- Fargo Public Schools
- Elementary
- Kennedy Elementary School
- Middle
- Carl Ben Eielson Middle School
- High
- South High School
- Area guide
- Fargo neighborhoods
School assignments from current attendance boundaries — confirm with the district before relying on them.
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 2,715
- Below Grade Sq Ft
- 1,116
- Lot Size
- 0.257 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- Roof
- Age Over 8 Years
- County
- Cass
- List Date
- 2026-08-07
- Days on Market
- 95 days
- Parcel ID
- 01851700080000
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $11,725
- Specials Pending
- Yes
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Interior Features
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
- Fireplace
- 1 fireplace
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Poured Concrete
- Foundation Area
- 1,216 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 3,931 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Stone, Vinyl
- Fenced Area
- Yes
- Other Structures
- Storage Shed
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Attached Garage, Floor Drain, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
Lot & Land
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Park Company
Price History
Reduced $10,000 (1.4%)
- Price reduced to $729,900 — Aug 26, 2026
- Price reduced to $719,900 — Oct 1, 2026
What's Within a 15-Minute Walk
WalkPulse™ 6/9
6 of 9 everyday needs are within a 15-minute walk
- Grocery store: Aldi — 14-minute walk
- Coffee shop: Bully Brew Coffee House — 13-minute walk
- Restaurant: Chipotle Mexican Grill — 16-minute walk
- Park: Cottagewood Park — 5-minute walk
- School: Kennedy Elementary School — 12-minute walk
- Pharmacy: Hornbacher's — 24-minute walk
- Library — None within a 30-minute walk
- Convenience store: Circle K — 14-minute walk
- Walking path or trail: Walking path in Cottagewood Park — 3-minute walk
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3981 47th Avenue S 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 3981 47th Avenue S
- What schools is 3981 47th Avenue S zoned to?
- 3981 47th Avenue S is zoned to Kennedy Elementary School (elementary), Carl Ben Eielson Middle School (middle school), and South High School (high school). Attendance boundaries change — confirm your exact address with the district before you rely on it.
- Is $719,900 a good price for a home in Fargo?
- According to BuyPulse, 3981 47th Avenue S rates Fair Market Value — at $188/sqft it's priced 7% above the typical Fargo single-family home of $176/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 94/100 (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 3981 47th Avenue S — and what do they mean?
- This property has $3,162/yr in annual special assessments with additional 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 $8,563/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 3981 47th Avenue S have a basement?
- Yes, 3981 47th Avenue S has a finished basement with 1,116 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 3981 47th Avenue S have?
- 3981 47th Avenue S has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 3981 47th Avenue S located?
- 3981 47th Avenue S is in the Cottagewood neighborhood of Fargo, ND 58104, in Cass County. It's in the Fargo Public Schools.
- Is 3981 47th Avenue S still available?
- Yes — 3981 47th Avenue S is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 3981 47th Avenue S built?
- 3981 47th Avenue S was built in 2016. It features a poured concrete foundation.
- Does 3981 47th Avenue S have main-floor laundry?
- No — the laundry at 3981 47th Avenue S is on the upper level.
- What utilities serve 3981 47th Avenue S?
- Electric and gas at 3981 47th Avenue 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 3981 47th Avenue S near a golf course?
- Yes — Rose Creek Golf Course (public course) is about 1.4 miles from 3981 47th Avenue S. It's the closest golf course in the Fargo-Moorhead metro.
- How walkable is 3981 47th Avenue S?
- 3981 47th Avenue S has a WalkPulse™ of 6/9: 6 of 9 everyday needs are within a 15-minute walk, measured along real streets and paths. The nearest grocery store is Aldi, a 14-minute walk; the nearest coffee shop is Bully Brew Coffee House, a 13-minute walk; the nearest restaurant is Chipotle Mexican Grill, a 16-minute walk; the nearest park is Cottagewood Park, a 5-minute walk; the nearest school is Kennedy Elementary School, a 12-minute walk; the nearest pharmacy is Hornbacher's, a 24-minute walk; the nearest convenience store is Circle K, a 14-minute walk; the nearest walking trail is Walking path in Cottagewood Park, a 3-minute walk. There is no library within a 30-minute walk. WalkPulse™ data provided by Modern Market REALTORS®
- How many homes like 3981 47th Avenue S are for sale in Fargo?
- 29 similar homes (single-family homes between $540K and $900K in Fargo) are for sale right now — you have options.
- How fast do homes like 3981 47th Avenue S sell in Fargo?
- Homes like this one (single-family homes between $540K and $900K in Fargo) went pending in a median 20 days over the last 90 days — 0 of the last 12 went under contract within 4 days.
- Do homes in Fargo sell for asking price?
- 27% of the last 30 comparable Fargo sales closed at or over list price — there's room to negotiate. 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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