1916 single family home for sale at 97 Elm Avenue S in Ottertail, MN — 2 bed, 2 bath (photo 1 of 14)

97 Elm Avenue S, Ottertail, MN 56571

Just Listed — listed October 10, 2026 · M Premiere

2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,184 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7158346

$220,000

Is 97 Elm Avenue S a Good Deal?

BuyPulse Verdict

Excellent Value

At $186/sqft — This home is priced 21% below the typical Ottertail single-family home of $236/sqft.

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$1,344/month Estimated

Principal & interest
$1,112
Property taxes
$104
Home insurance (est.)
$128
HOA dues
None

20% down ($44,000) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?

Estimates only; confirm before you offer.

Ottertail, MN Active

Located in Ottertail, Ottertail, MN.

About This Home

Fully remodeled in 2018, this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home features updated HVAC and electrical systems, plus a new roof in 2025. These major improvements offer added peace of mind as you settle into your new home. Located just blocks from the brand-new Ottertail Community and Wellness Center, scheduled to open in January 2027, you’ll have convenient access to an exciting addition to the community. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this updated Ottertail home your own!

BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read

Homes like this one — single-family homes between $165K and $275K in Ottertail:

  • The field: 5 similar Ottertail homes for sale — a short list right now.

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Key Features

Built
1916
Garage
2-Car Detached
Style
One and One Half
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$1,250 (2026)

Property Details

Property Type
Single Family
Above Grade Sq Ft
1,184
Lot Size
0.321 acres
Basement
Yes
County
Otter Tail
List Date
2026-10-10
Days on Market
2 days
Parcel ID
74000990072001

Financial

Total Tax incl. Assessments
$1,250

Home Systems & Utilities

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
City Water/Connected
Sewer
Tank with Drainage Field

Construction & Exterior

Construction & Structure

Foundation Type
Block
Foundation Area
984 sqft
Total Building Area
1,868 sqft

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Block
Accessibility Features
None

Parking & Garage

Parking Features
Detached Garage

Lot & Land

Zoning Description
Residential-Single Family

Agent & Office

List Office
eXp Realty

Price History

Listed at $220,000 on Oct 10, 2026 — No price changes

97 Elm Avenue S is listed in Ottertail, MN, part of Otter Tail County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

Showing — 97 Elm Avenue S

Shannon Barnum

Associate Broker · Modern Market REALTORS®

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

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MLS# 7158346 · Data refreshed October 11, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions About 97 Elm Avenue S

Is $220,000 a good price for a home in Ottertail?
According to BuyPulse, 97 Elm Avenue S rates Excellent Value — at $186/sqft it's priced 21% below the typical Ottertail single-family home of $236/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Ottertail homes for sale to compare.
Does 97 Elm Avenue S have a basement?
Yes, 97 Elm Avenue S has a basement.
What type of heating and cooling does 97 Elm Avenue S have?
97 Elm Avenue S has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
Where is 97 Elm Avenue S located?
97 Elm Avenue S is in the Ottertail neighborhood of Ottertail, MN 56571, in Otter Tail County.
Is 97 Elm Avenue S still available?
Yes — 97 Elm 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 97 Elm Avenue S built?
97 Elm Avenue S was built in 1916. It features a block foundation.
How walkable is 97 Elm Avenue S?
97 Elm Avenue S has a Walk Score of 22/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 30/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
How many homes like 97 Elm Avenue S are for sale in Ottertail?
5 similar homes (single-family homes between $165K and $275K in Ottertail) are for sale right now — a short list right now.
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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