New Construction Tax Rebate in Barnesville
Barnesville offers a 2-year property tax rebate on new homes, plus up to $1,500 in utility credits and affordable lots starting at $12,000. Details and contacts.
Barnesville, about 30 minutes east of Moorhead, pairs a two-year property tax rebate on new homes with one of the most generous utility-credit packages in the region — up to $1,500 toward free installation and first-year base charges for water, electric, sewer, telephone, and garbage. The city's Del Acres development offers lots starting as low as $12,000 with protective covenants and no flood-insurance requirement. The tax rebate covers city and county taxes; confirm with the EDA whether the school district portion is also included. The current program runs through December 31, 2026, extended by the EDA Board in December 2024.
Program at a Glance
- Type: Property Tax Rebate
- Duration: 2 years
- Value Cap: No cap
- Covers Land: Yes — building + land
- Authority: MN Statute 469.1813
- Contact: (218) 354-2145 · klauer@bvillemn.net
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Barnesville's new construction rebate include?
A two-year property tax rebate on city and county taxes, plus up to $1,500 in utility credits covering free installation and first-year base charges for water, electric, sewer, telephone, and garbage. Confirm with the EDA whether the school district portion is also rebated.
When does Barnesville's incentive program expire?
The current program covers homes built on or before December 31, 2026. The Barnesville EDA Board extended it in December 2024. Contact Karen Lauer at the EDA office — (218) 354-2145 or klauer@bvillemn.net — for the latest status.
Are there affordable building lots in Barnesville?
Yes. The Del Acres development offers lots starting at $12,000, averaging about 85 by 140 feet, with protective covenants and no flood-insurance requirement. The lots are near schools and Blue Eagle Lake.
Does Barnesville offer anything for existing-home buyers?
Yes — buyers who close on an existing home in Barnesville receive a $500 credit toward utilities. Bring your closing disclosure to the EDA office or email klauer@bvillemn.net to claim it.
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