1900 single family home for sale at 28 Francis Street in West Fargo, ND — 4 bed, 2 bath (photo 1 of 55)

28 Francis Street, West Fargo, ND 58078

Just Listed on M Premiere — listed October 26, 2026

4 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,946 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7162610

$295,000

$1,943/month Estimated

Principal & interest
$1,492
Property taxes
$267
Home insurance (est.)
$172
Special assessments
$12
HOA dues
None

20% down ($59,000) · 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.

West Fargo, ND Active

Located in Metcalfs, West Fargo, ND.

About This Home

Discover peace that feels like country living, right in downtown West Fargo. This historic two story sits on nearly half of an acre and offers a sense of serenity with its privacy fencing and river views. There is something to love at every turn as the current owners have rejuvenated this 1900 classic home into something both functional and beautiful, while maintaining every bit of charm. Enjoy the timeless beauty of reclaimed hardwood flooring throughout much of the home. The main level offers distict, yet open living spaces. You'll also find the first of four bedrooms with its private 3/4 ensuite bathroom on this level. Upstairs, enjoy 3 additional bedrooms and a spacious full bathroom. Highlights include a private, same-level laundry room and the primary closet of your dreams! An unfinished basement leaves endless possibilities for you to create a space that suits your needs. The detached two stall garage will be re-shingled prior to closing.

BuyPulse · Live market read

How 28 Francis Street Compares to the West Fargo Market

At $152/sqft, this home is priced $28/sqft below the typical West Fargo single-family home of $180/sqft.

The median list price in West Fargo is $399,450.

Verdict: Excellent Value

Your negotiating position

30 Seller-leaning market

Seller's market · Balanced · Buyer leverage

Day 1 — similar homes typically go under contract by day ~27, so this one is early in its window.

71% of recent sales closed at or over asking — West Fargo sellers rarely discount.

20 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.

Homes like this one — single-family homes between $221K and $369K in West Fargo:

  • The field: 20 similar West Fargo homes for sale — you have options.
  • Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 27 days — 1 of the last 12 inside 4 days.
  • Negotiation: 71% of the last 24 sales here closed at or over list — West Fargo doesn't discount.
  • Price cuts: 12 of 20 similar homes have trimmed asking — median trim $5,500. This one hasn't budged.

Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 24 real West Fargo closings, zero guesses · NorthstarMLS

Key Features

Built
1900
Garage
2-Car Detached
Style
Two
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$3,209 (2025)
Specials/yr
$140
School District
West Fargo Public Schools
Assigned Elementary School
South Elementary School
Assigned Middle School
Cheney Middle School
Assigned High School
West Fargo High School

Property Details

Property Type
Single Family
Above Grade Sq Ft
1,946
Lot Size
0.463 acres
Basement
Yes
Roof
Asphalt
County
Cass
List Date
2026-10-26
Days on Market
1 day
Parcel ID
02139000020000

Financial

Total Tax incl. Assessments
$3,349
Specials Pending
No

Home Systems & Utilities

Heating
Baseboard, Boiler, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Water
City Water/Connected
Sewer
City Sewer/Connected
Appliances
Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator

Interior Features

Laundry
Laundry Room, Upper Level

Construction & Exterior

Construction & Structure

Foundation Type
Block
Foundation Area
840 sqft
Total Building Area
2,786 sqft

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Vinyl
Fenced Area
Yes
Other Structures
Storage Shed
View
River
Accessibility Features
None

Parking & Garage

Parking Features
Detached Garage

Lot & Land

Road Surface
City Street
Zoning Description
Residential-Single Family

Waterfront

Waterfront
Yes

Agent & Office

List Office
REAL (216 FGO)

Price History

Listed at $295,000 on Oct 26, 2026 — No price changes

What's Within a 15-Minute Walk

WalkPulse™ 6/9

6 of 9 everyday needs are within a 15-minute walk

  • Grocery store — None within a 30-minute walk
  • Coffee shop: Thunder Coffee — 7-minute walk
  • Restaurant: Deaner's Diner — 3-minute walk
  • Park: Armour Park — 5-minute walk
  • School: South Elementary School — 15-minute walk
  • Pharmacy: The Prescription Shop — 22-minute walk
  • Library: West Fargo Public Library — 15-minute walk
  • Convenience store: Petro Serve USA — 5-minute walk
  • Walking path or trail: Walking path in North Elmwood Park — 19-minute walk

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28 Francis Street is listed in West Fargo, ND, part of Cass County. Browse all North Dakota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

Showing — 28 Francis Street

Shannon Barnum

Associate Broker · Modern Market REALTORS®

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

Listed by REAL (216 FGO) · Shown by Modern Market REALTORS®

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MLS# 7162610 · Updated October 26, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions About 28 Francis Street

What schools is 28 Francis Street zoned to?
28 Francis Street is zoned to South Elementary School (elementary), Cheney Middle School (middle school), and West Fargo High School (high school). Attendance boundaries change — confirm your exact address with the district before you rely on it.
Is $295,000 a good price for a home in West Fargo?
According to BuyPulse, 28 Francis Street rates Excellent Value — at $152/sqft it's priced 16% below the typical West Fargo single-family home of $180/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 30/100 (Seller-leaning market), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how West Fargo homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse West Fargo homes for sale to compare.
What are the special assessments at 28 Francis Street — and what do they mean?
This property has $140/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. Special assessments are common in newer North Dakota developments and typically run 5 to 25 years. Annual property taxes are $3,209/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.

What special assessments cost in West Fargo — live figures on every home for sale.

Does 28 Francis Street have a basement?
Yes, 28 Francis Street has a basement.
What type of heating and cooling does 28 Francis Street have?
28 Francis Street has Baseboard, Boiler, Forced Air heating and Central Air, Window Unit(s) cooling.
Where is 28 Francis Street located?
28 Francis Street is in the Metcalfs neighborhood of West Fargo, ND 58078, in Cass County. It's in the West Fargo Public Schools.
Is 28 Francis Street still available?
Yes — 28 Francis Street is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
When was 28 Francis Street built?
28 Francis Street was built in 1900. It features an asphalt roof and a block foundation.
Does 28 Francis Street have main-floor laundry?
No — the laundry at 28 Francis Street is on the upper level.
What utilities serve 28 Francis Street?
Electric and gas at 28 Francis Street are provided by Xcel Energy and Cass County Electric Cooperative. Water, sewer, and garbage are handled by City of West Fargo Utilities. Internet options include Midco, Sparklight, CenturyLink and 702 Communications. Full West Fargo utility setup guide — phone numbers and move-in timeline →
Is 28 Francis Street near a golf course?
Yes — Prairiewood Golf Course (public course) is about 3.9 miles from 28 Francis Street. It's the closest golf course in the Fargo-Moorhead metro.
How walkable is 28 Francis Street?
28 Francis Street 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 coffee shop is Thunder Coffee, a 7-minute walk; the nearest restaurant is Deaner's Diner, a 3-minute walk; the nearest park is Armour Park, a 5-minute walk; the nearest school is South Elementary School, a 15-minute walk; the nearest pharmacy is The Prescription Shop, a 22-minute walk; the nearest library is West Fargo Public Library, a 15-minute walk; the nearest convenience store is Petro Serve USA, a 5-minute walk; the nearest walking trail is Walking path in North Elmwood Park, a 19-minute walk. There is no grocery store within a 30-minute walk. WalkPulse™ data provided by Modern Market REALTORS®
How many homes like 28 Francis Street are for sale in West Fargo?
20 similar homes (single-family homes between $221K and $369K in West Fargo) are for sale right now — you have options.
How fast do homes like 28 Francis Street sell in West Fargo?
Homes like this one (single-family homes between $221K and $369K in West Fargo) went pending in a median 27 days over the last 90 days — 1 of the last 12 went under contract within 4 days.
Do homes in West Fargo sell for asking price?
71% of the last 24 comparable West Fargo sales closed at or over list price — West Fargo doesn't discount. Based on real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
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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