253 1st St, Excelsior, MN 55331
OFF MARKET

253 1st St
Excelsior, MN 55331

  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,470 sqft

$843,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 19, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,209/mo*
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$843,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 19, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,209/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,470 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$844K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$11K (+1.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$25K (+3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +60% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$844K
July 2026$845K
June 2026$827K
May 2026$842K
April 2026$830K
March 2026$824K
February 2026$831K
January 2026$832K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
35 Center St, Excelsior, MN
0.05
Single-Family Home
$780,000
06/29/26
4
3
1,531
135 1st St, Excelsior, MN
0.12
Single-Family Home
$1,025,000
02/27/26
5
1.5
3,021
185 W Lake St, Excelsior, MN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,065,000
06/26/26
4
3.5
3,444
221 Bell St, Excelsior, MN
0.13
Single-Family Home
$650,000
08/20/25
3
1.5
1,357
210 George St, Excelsior, MN
0.30
Single-Family Home
$900,000
03/31/26
3
2.5
3,636
121 Courtland St, Excelsior, MN
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,575,000
06/23/26
5
3.5
3,171
248 Center St, Excelsior, MN
0.17
Single-Family Home
$669,400
05/08/26
2
2
1,442
101 Center St, Excelsior, MN
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,799,000
05/20/26
3
4
3,636
147 1st St, Excelsior, MN
0.10
Single-Family Home
$725,000
04/22/26
2
1
1,482
138 2nd St, Excelsior, MN
0.17
Single-Family Home
$650,000
02/06/26
5
4.5
4,527

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
35 Center St, Excelsior, MN 55331
0.04
$780,000
4
3
1,531
Recently Sold
101 Center St, Excelsior, MN 55331
0.05
$1,799,000
3
4
3,636
Recently Sold
254 Lake St, Excelsior, MN 55331
0.05
$4,195,000
4
3.5
4,661
For Sale
231 2nd St, Excelsior, MN 55331
0.06
$1,948,600
4
2.5
4,265
Off Market
121 Courtland St, Excelsior, MN 55331
0.05
$1,575,000
5
3.5
3,171
Recently Sold
168 1st St, Excelsior, MN 55331
0.08
$1,063,800
4
3.5
3,000
Off Market
156 Lake St, Excelsior, MN 55331
0.09
$1,664,600
4
3.5
3,185
Off Market
221 Bell St, Excelsior, MN 55331
0.13
$841,400
3
1.5
1,357
Off Market
147 1st St, Excelsior, MN 55331
0.10
$725,000
2
1
1,482
Recently Sold
405 Lake St, Excelsior, MN 55331
0.15
$1,133,300
2
1.5
1,092
Off Market
173 2nd St, Excelsior, MN 55331
0.12
$1,130,900
4
3.5
2,782
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1915
Living Area
2,470 sqft
Price/Sqft
$342
Parking
Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Step into a piece of history in this 1915 storybook cottage, located in the heart of Excelsior just one block from the shorelines of Lake Minnetonka and expansive green spaces of the Excelsior Commons. Featuring, 4-beds and 3-baths, this residence boasts just over 2,200 sq. ft. of beautifully finished living space. Revel in the warmth of walnut-stained hardwood floors that extend throughout the main level, cozy up by the wood burning fireplace or soak up the sun from the spacious all season sun porch. Cook and entertain in style with a chef-inspired kitchen, featuring Noire soap-stone counter tops, vintage cast iron double basin sink, Wolf gas range with vent hood, an abundance of storage space and extensive eat at center island. The adjacent formal dining space is fantastic for entertaining yet easily transformed to accommodate your specific needs. The primary suite offers a full bath with newly tiled shower surround, two darling recessed nooks and closet. Down the hall lie the three additional bedrooms with full updated hall bath.
The lower level is partially finished as recreation room yet maintains an abundance of storage.
The charming exterior was updated in 2017 with Hardie board siding, Marvin Integrity windows and new aluminum soffit and facia. The garage was equipped with a new gutter system in 2023.
You will be enchanted with this home and the vibrant lakeside village of Excelsior. What an amazing opportunity for walkability to the many dining, shopping and community events that make this area so special.
253 1st St, Excelsior, MN 55331 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,470 sqft single-family home built in 1915. It last sold for $819,225 on Mar 17, 2025 (7% below the $879,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $843,800, with a rent estimate of $5,616/month.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Melissa P Vilett, (612) 327-8496
Edina Realty, Inc.
Bought with: Taryn C Kelzer, (612) 819-0794, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6628726

Home Details for 253 1st St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Block,Crawl Space,Drain Tiled,Partially Finished,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Four Season Porch, Game Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2470 Square FeetFoundation Area: 1067
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener OwnedDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main Level,SinkMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Boiler,Hot WaterHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living Room, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp ServiceGas: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: None
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Age Over 8 Years AsphaltPatio / Porch: Front PorchFencing: None
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Other Parking: Garage Dimensions (22 x 16)No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached Garage,Garage Door Opener
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1943 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 308 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 105

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential
Building
Construction Materials: BlockNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 3411723110040

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $879,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Feb 28 2025

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: ExcelsiorCommunity: Auditors Sub 135
School Information
High School District: Minnetonka

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2470 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3920.4 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: None

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 6628726Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1943

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 17, 2025
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6628726
Sold
$819,225
Feb 28, 2025
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6628726
Pending
$879,900
Feb 20, 2025
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6628726
PriceChange
$879,900
Price decreased by 2%
Nov 15, 2024
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6628726
Listed For Sale
$899,000
Sep 19, 2022
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6251729
Sold
$775,000

Market trends in Excelsior

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
8
1MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Excelsior

At least 15 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 81 % Say kids play outside

  • 79 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 68 % Say there's wildlife

  • 67 % Say there are community events

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say parking is easy

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say car is needed

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Marymjurgens
    "Great community for families— parks, beach, activities, walk to school, restaurants, shopping, bike trails, etc "
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  • Marymjurgens
    "Concerts in the Commons, local brewery with live music, annual events/festivals: art fair, 4th of July, apple days, ice cream trolley, history, shops, restaurants "
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  • Bobbie Daughters
    "Frequent visitor to the area dog sitting in the neighborhood. Very clean, safe and friendly lake living. "
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  • Jlehrke16
    "It’s very family friendly. Perfect for growing family’s, with pets, etc. Bike trails are abundant "
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  • Melissa J.
    "Love Love Love my neighborhood! My neighbors are wonderful. The community is great. I can’t imagine raising my child anywhere else. "
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  • james b.
    "This is a unique and special lakeside community with wonderful shops, restuarants and live music at multiple venues all within easy walking distance. "
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  • james b.
    "walkabilty, multitude of activites, beautiful lakefront, lots of shops and reaturants, bike and running paths"
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Frequently asked questions about 253 1st St

  • What is 253 1st St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 253 1st St in Excelsior, MN is $843,800.
  • What is the price history for 253 1st St?
    253 1st St in Excelsior, MN last sold for $819,225 in March 2025.
  • Is Excelsior a buyer's or seller's market?
    Excelsior is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Excelsior?
    Residents describe Excelsior, MN as walkable to restaurants, dog-friendly, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Excelsior, MN.
  • Does 253 1st St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 253 1st St in Excelsior, MN has air conditioning.
  • Does 253 1st St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 253 1st St in Excelsior, MN has in-unit laundry.

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