505 Main Avenue W, Rothsay, MN 56579
Coming Soon on M Premiere — goes live November 1
5 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,972 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7160969
$2,795/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,921
- Property taxes
- $600
- Home insurance (est.)
- $222
- Special assessments
- $52
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($75,980) · 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 Jensen Add, Rothsay, MN.
About This Home
COMING SOON! Showings start November 1st. Small-town living, room to spread out, and no backyard neighbors! Tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac, this 5-bedroom, 3-bath rambler offers 2,912 square feet of comfortable living space on a spacious 1/3-acre lot. Enjoy mornings on the covered front porch, evenings on the back deck overlooking an open field, and plenty of room to entertain with a finished basement featuring a wet bar. Add in a heated 3-stall garage, in-floor basement heat, and convenient main-level laundry, and you have a home that offers space, comfort, and privacy! Recent updates: New water softener ins 2023, new flooring in kitchen, dining room and living room in 2024, and new smart water heater in 2025.
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How 505 Main Avenue W Compares to the Rothsay Market
At $128/sqft, this home is priced $16/sqft below the Rothsay median of $144/sqft.
The median list price in Rothsay is $279,000.
Verdict: Strong Value
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Key Features
- Built
- 2012
- Garage
- 3-Car Attached
- Style
- One
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $7,196 (2026)
- Specials/yr
- $626
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,534
- Below Grade Sq Ft
- 1,438
- Lot Size
- 0.344 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- Roof
- Age Over 8 Years, Asphalt
- Construction
- Steel Siding
- County
- Wilkin
- List Date
- 2026-10-18
- Days on Market
- 2 days
- Parcel ID
- 293000060
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $7,822
- Specials Pending
- No
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Boiler, Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Forced Air, In-Floor Heating
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water
- City Water - In Street
- Sewer
- City Sewer - In Street
- Appliances
- Air-To-Air Exchanger, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Fuel Tank - Rented, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Interior Features
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Washer Hookup
- Fireplace
- 1 fireplace
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Poured Concrete
- Foundation Area
- 1,534 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 3,068 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Metal
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Attached Garage
Lot & Land
- Road Surface
- City Street
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Minnesota Lands and Homes -Fergus Falls
Price History
Listed at $379,900 on Oct 18, 2026 — No price changes
505 Main Avenue W is listed in Rothsay, MN, part of Wilkin County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 505 Main Avenue W
- Is $379,900 a good price for a home in Rothsay?
- According to BuyPulse, 505 Main Avenue W rates Strong Value — at $128/sqft it's priced 11% below the Rothsay median of $144/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Rothsay homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 505 Main Avenue W — and what do they mean?
- This property has $626/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 $7,196/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
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- Does 505 Main Avenue W have a basement?
- Yes, 505 Main Avenue W has a finished basement with 1,438 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 505 Main Avenue W have?
- 505 Main Avenue W has Boiler, Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Forced Air, In-Floor Heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 505 Main Avenue W located?
- 505 Main Avenue W is in the Jensen neighborhood of Rothsay, MN 56579, in Wilkin County.
- Is 505 Main Avenue W still available?
- Yes — 505 Main Avenue W is currently listed as Coming Soon on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 505 Main Avenue W built?
- 505 Main Avenue W was built in 2012. It features steel siding construction and a poured concrete foundation.
- Does 505 Main Avenue W have main-floor laundry?
- Yes — the laundry at 505 Main Avenue W is on the main level.
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