1944 53rd Avenue N, Moorhead, MN 56560
4 Beds | 4 Baths | 4,197 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7142229
Is 1944 53rd Avenue N a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Strong Value
At $137/sqft — This home is priced 10% below the typical Moorhead single-family home of $153/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
60 — Balanced market
Day 22 — Moorhead homes overall typically go under contract by day ~21. This one is past that window.
47% of recent sales closed at or over asking — about half hold full price.
19 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
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$3,936/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $2,908
- Property taxes
- $686
- Home insurance (est.)
- $335
- Special assessments
- $7
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($115,000) · 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 Crystal Creek 1st Sub, Moorhead, MN.
About This Home
Welcome to this beautifully custom-built home tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac in Crystal Creek in North Moorhead. Thoughtfully designed with space, comfort, and functionality in mind, this home offers hardwood floors throughout the main level, abundant natural light, and an open-concept layout perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The gorgeous kitchen features rich wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, generous workspace, and flows seamlessly into the main living area highlighted by a stunning stone fireplace. A spacious foyer welcomes you home with two convenient drop zones and plenty of storage throughout. Upstairs, the laundry room is ideally located near the bedrooms. The oversized primary suite offers an impressive en suite bathroom and an exceptionally large walk-in closet. For buyers needing additional bedroom space, the layout offers the flexibility to convert part of the primary suite area into a fourth bedroom on the second floor. The finished lower level is built for relaxing and entertaining, featuring a home gym, family room with a built-in theater, additional bedroom, and a beautifully finished bathroom complete with heated floors and a steam shower. Situated on nearly half an acre, the private backyard is surrounded by mature trees and offers plenty of room to relax, entertain, play, or simply enjoy the outdoors. All of this is just a short distance from the neighborhood park and approximately 10 minutes from downtown Fargo, Hector International Airport, and convenient access to I-29. A truly special home offering custom details, flexible living spaces, and a peaceful setting in one of North Moorhead’s desirable neighborhoods.
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BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $431K and $719K in Moorhead:
- The field: 19 similar Moorhead homes for sale — you have options.
- Negotiation: 47% of the last 17 sales here closed at or over list — about half hold full price.
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Key Features
- Built
- 2007
- Garage
- 4-Car Attached
- Style
- Two
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $8,229 (2026)
- Specials/yr
- $89
- School District
- Moorhead Area Public Schools
- Assigned Elementary School
- Robert Asp Elementary
- Assigned Middle School
- Horizon Middle School
- Assigned High School
- Moorhead High School
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 2,798
- Below Grade Sq Ft
- 1,399
- Lot Size
- 0.4 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- Roof
- Asphalt
- County
- Clay
- List Date
- 2026-09-16
- Days on Market
- 16 days
- Parcel ID
- 585470450
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $8,318
- Specials Pending
- No
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
Interior Features
- Laundry
- Upper Level
- Fireplace
- 1 fireplace
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Poured Concrete
- Foundation Area
- 1,399 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 4,197 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Stone, Vinyl
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Attached Garage
Lot & Land
- Road Surface
- Cul De Sac
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Park Co., REALTORS®
Price History
Listed at $575,000 on Sep 10, 2026 — No price changes
1944 53rd Avenue N is listed in Moorhead, MN, part of Clay County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1944 53rd Avenue N
- What schools is 1944 53rd Avenue N zoned to?
- 1944 53rd Avenue N is zoned to Robert Asp Elementary (elementary), Horizon Middle School (middle school), and Moorhead High School (high school). Attendance boundaries change — confirm your exact address with the district before you rely on it.
- Is $575,000 a good price for a home in Moorhead?
- According to BuyPulse, 1944 53rd Avenue N rates Strong Value — at $137/sqft it's priced 10% below the typical Moorhead single-family home of $153/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 60/100 (Balanced market), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Moorhead homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Moorhead homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 1944 53rd Avenue N — and what do they mean?
- This property has $89/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 $8,229/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
What special assessments cost in Moorhead — live figures on every home for sale.
- Does 1944 53rd Avenue N have a basement?
- Yes, 1944 53rd Avenue N has a finished basement with 1,399 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 1944 53rd Avenue N have?
- 1944 53rd Avenue N has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 1944 53rd Avenue N located?
- 1944 53rd Avenue N is in the North Crystal Creek neighborhood of Moorhead, MN 56560, in Clay County. It's in the Moorhead Area Public Schools.
- Is 1944 53rd Avenue N still available?
- Yes — 1944 53rd Avenue N is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 1944 53rd Avenue N built?
- 1944 53rd Avenue N was built in 2007. It features an asphalt roof and a poured concrete foundation.
- Does 1944 53rd Avenue N have main-floor laundry?
- No — the laundry at 1944 53rd Avenue N is on the upper level.
- What utilities serve 1944 53rd Avenue N?
- Electric and gas at 1944 53rd Avenue N are provided by Moorhead Public Service and Xcel Energy. Water, sewer, and garbage are handled by Moorhead Public Service and City of Moorhead. Internet options include Midco, 702 Communications and CenturyLink. Full Moorhead utility setup guide — phone numbers and move-in timeline →
- Is 1944 53rd Avenue N near a golf course?
- Yes — Edgewood Golf Course (public course) is about 0.4 miles from 1944 53rd Avenue N. It's the closest golf course in the Fargo-Moorhead metro.
- How walkable is 1944 53rd Avenue N?
- 1944 53rd Avenue N has a Walk Score of 0/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 32/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 1944 53rd Avenue N are for sale in Moorhead?
- 19 similar homes (single-family homes between $431K and $719K in Moorhead) are for sale right now — you have options.
- Do homes in Moorhead sell for asking price?
- 47% of the last 17 comparable Moorhead sales closed at or over list price — about half hold full price. 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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