511 8th Street NE, Staples, MN 56479
4 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,360 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7142027
Price Drop on M Markdowns — was $225,000 (↓ $5,100)
$1,315/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,112
- Property taxes
- $75
- Home insurance (est.)
- $128
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($43,980) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
About This Home
Step into the charm of this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in Staples, where classic character meets modern updates! From the inviting front porch to the freshly updated interior, this home offers timeless appeal with the convenience of today’s amenities. The main level features a new kitchen with stainless steel appliances, updated finishes, light fixtures, new flooring, and fresh paint throughout. The renovated main-floor bathroom adds to the move-in-ready appeal, while a convenient half bath has been added in the basement. Main floor has two bedrooms and upstairs, you’ll find two spacious bedrooms along with plenty of additional storage and flexible space that could be used as a home office or hobby area. The full freshly painted basement provides even more room for storage and everyday needs. A one-car garage is accessible from the off-street alley parking. If you’re looking for an affordable home with old-fashioned charm, thoughtful renovations, and plenty of space, this Staples property is one you won’t want to miss!
BuyPulse · Live market read
How 511 8th Street NE Compares to the Staples Market
At $162/sqft, this home is priced $25/sqft above the typical Staples single-family home of $137/sqft.
The median list price in Staples is $200,000.
Verdict: Premium Pricing
Your negotiating position
76 Strong buyer leverage
Seller's market · Balanced · Buyer leverage
Day 46 — Staples homes overall typically go under contract by day ~35. This one is past that window.
8 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $5,100 — the asking price has already moved.
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $165K and $275K in Staples:
- The field: 8 similar Staples homes for sale — a short list right now.
- Price cuts: 2 of 8 similar homes have trimmed asking. This one already cut $5,100.
- Too few have sold recently to chart how fast they go or how they close — BuyPulse won't estimate those off a thin sample.
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Key Features
- Built
- 1910
- Garage
- 1-Car Detached
- Style
- One and One Half
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $894 (2026)
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,360
- Lot Size
- 0.11 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- Roof
- Asphalt, Pitched
- Construction
- Frame
- County
- Todd
- List Date
- 2026-09-11
- Days on Market
- 46 days
- Parcel ID
- 380070400
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $894
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Block
- Foundation Area
- 1,040 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 1,360 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Shakes, Wood
- Pool
- Yes
- Fenced Area
- Yes
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Detached Garage, Concrete
Lot & Land
- Lot Features
- Tree Coverage - Light
- Road Surface
- City Street, Paved Streets
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Century 21 Brainerd Realty
Price History
- Price reduced to $219,900 — Oct 10, 2026
511 8th Street NE is listed in Staples, MN, part of Todd County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 511 8th Street NE
- Is $219,900 a good price for a home in Staples?
- According to BuyPulse, 511 8th Street NE rates Premium Pricing — at $162/sqft it's priced 18% above the typical Staples single-family home of $137/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 76/100 (Strong buyer leverage), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Staples homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Staples homes for sale to compare.
- Does 511 8th Street NE have a basement?
- Yes, 511 8th Street NE has a basement.
- What type of heating and cooling does 511 8th Street NE have?
- 511 8th Street NE has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 511 8th Street NE located?
- 511 8th Street NE is in Staples, MN 56479, in Todd County.
- Is 511 8th Street NE still available?
- Yes — 511 8th Street NE is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 511 8th Street NE built?
- 511 8th Street NE was built in 1910. It features frame construction and a block foundation.
- How many homes like 511 8th Street NE are for sale in Staples?
- 8 similar homes (single-family homes between $165K and $275K in Staples) are for sale right now — a short list right now.
- 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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