5816 James Drive W, West Fargo, ND 58078
3 Beds | 3 Baths | 1,894 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7112269
Is 5816 James Drive W a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Fair Market Value
At $259/sqft — This home is priced 10% above the typical West Fargo new-construction single-family home of $236/sqft.
New construction in West Fargo runs about 29% above comparable resale homes (~$183/sqft).
Your Negotiating Position
42 — Seller-leaning market
Day 46 — West Fargo homes overall typically go under contract by day ~208, so this one is early in its window.
5 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
New build — builders rarely cut price. Your leverage is upgrades, rate buydowns, and closing costs.
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$3,322/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $2,477
- Property taxes
- $559
- Home insurance (est.)
- $286
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($97,980) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
New Construction
Located in The Wilds 21st Add, West Fargo, ND.
About This Home
COMPLETED USE AS MODEL. Limited-Time “You Pick Two” Promotion! Buyers can choose TWO incentives to save up to $30,000 on their new home! Choose up to $10,000 toward a mortgage rate buydown, $10,000 toward eligible closing costs, or $20,000 toward design selections and upgrades. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your dream home and save! Experience a classy and modern masterpiece in our Douglas 2-story home! Prepare to be the envy of your guests with a living area under soaring ceilings and a catwalk on the second level. The kitchen is a home chef’s dream, with an abundance of gorgeous cabinetry, large center island, and walk-in pantry. Off the garage you’ll find a convenient half bath and a mudroom with separate closet for storage. The upper level features a master suite with private bathroom that includes a separate soaking tub for a relaxing spa feeling. Rounding out the upper level are two more bedrooms, a full bath, and laundry room. The unfinished basement is designed for one more bedroom, full bathroom, family room and large utility/storage room. Step outside and enjoy the included patio, perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. This home also comes complete with a full sprinkler system and final grade with sod, making it truly move-in ready inside and out.
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $367K and $612K in West Fargo:
- The field: 5 similar West Fargo homes for sale — a short list right now.
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Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 2026
- Above Grade
- 1,894 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.15 acres
- Garage
- 3-car (Attached Garage)
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Basement
- Yes
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Annual Taxes
- $6,713
- School District
- West Fargo Public Schools
- Assigned Elementary School
- Legacy Elementary School
- Assigned Middle School
- Liberty Middle School
- Assigned High School
- West Fargo Sheyenne High School
- County
- Cass
- Days on Market
- 46
5816 James Drive W is listed in West Fargo, ND, part of Cass County. Browse all North Dakota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 5816 James Drive W
- What schools is 5816 James Drive W zoned to?
- 5816 James Drive W is zoned to Legacy Elementary School (elementary), Liberty Middle School (middle school), and West Fargo Sheyenne High School (high school). Attendance boundaries change — confirm your exact address with the district before you rely on it.
- Is $489,900 a good price for a home in West Fargo?
- According to BuyPulse, 5816 James Drive W rates Fair Market Value — at $259/sqft it's priced 10% above the typical West Fargo new-construction single-family home of $236/sqft. New construction in West Fargo runs about 29% above comparable resale homes (~$183/sqft). Its negotiating-position score is 42/100 (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.
- Does 5816 James Drive W have a basement?
- Yes, 5816 James Drive W has a basement.
- What type of heating and cooling does 5816 James Drive W have?
- 5816 James Drive W has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 5816 James Drive W located?
- 5816 James Drive W is in the The Wilds neighborhood of West Fargo, ND 58078, in Cass County. It's in the West Fargo Public Schools.
- Is 5816 James Drive W still available?
- Yes — 5816 James Drive W is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 5816 James Drive W built?
- 5816 James Drive W was built in 2026 by Jordahl Custom Homes. It features a poured concrete foundation. See more homes by Jordahl Custom Homes →
- What utilities serve 5816 James Drive W?
- Electric and gas at 5816 James Drive W 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 5816 James Drive W near a golf course?
- Yes — Osgood Golf Course (public course) is about 1.6 miles from 5816 James Drive W. It's the closest golf course in the Fargo-Moorhead metro.
- How walkable is 5816 James Drive W?
- 5816 James Drive W has a Walk Score of 1/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 27/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 5816 James Drive W are for sale in West Fargo?
- 5 similar homes (single-family homes between $367K and $612K in West Fargo) are for sale right now — a short list right now.
- 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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