509 3rd St   E, Northfield, MN 55057
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OFF MARKET

$409,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,275 sqft

509 3rd St E, Northfield, MN 55057

Est. Refi. Payment $2,662/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 15, 2017 for $290,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$409K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-1%)
Since last year
Decreased$13K (-3%)
Since last sale
Increased$121K (+41.6%)
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 +62% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$411K
September 2026$415K
August 2026$417K
July 2026$432K
June 2026$441K
May 2026$430K
April 2026$423K
March 2026$412K
February 2026$405K
January 2026$402K
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
0.12
Single-Family Home
$321,000
08/11/26
3
2
1,628
0.27
Single-Family Home
$325,000
02/27/26
3
2
1,600
0.44
Single-Family Home
$240,000
06/05/26
3
2
1,196
0.28
Single-Family Home
$257,194
01/14/26
4
2
1,826
0.46
Single-Family Home
$340,000
10/09/26
3
1.5
1,330
0.34
Single-Family Home
$348,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,818
0.27
Single-Family Home
$325,000
02/24/26
4
3
1,755
0.34
Single-Family Home
$177,864
03/06/26
3
1
1,427
0.39
Single-Family Home
$217,900
12/04/25
3
1.5
1,800
0.56
Single-Family Home
$324,000
07/24/26
3
2
1,504

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
0.02
$624,200
4
2
2,588
Off Market
0.02
$320,900
3
2
1,540
Off Market
0.02
$619,600
4
2
2,782
Off Market
0.02
$460,800
4
2.5
3,482
Off Market
0.03
$358,000
5
2.5
1,600
Off Market
0.03
$553,300
4
3
2,703
Off Market
0.03
$358,200
2
2
1,599
Off Market
0.04
$431,200
4
2
3,832
Off Market
0.04
$454,300
4
2
1,940
Off Market
0.04
$649,300
4
2
2,488
Off Market
0.04
$419,500
4
2
2,176
Off Market
0.04
$340,200
4
1.5
-
Off Market
0.04
$360,900
4
2
2,551
Off Market
0.04
$359,900
3
2
1,752
Off Market
0.05
$372,300
3
1.5
1,879
Off Market
0.05
$425,600
3
2
1,749
Off Market
0.05
$432,100
4
2
1,810
Off Market
0.05
$398,500
3
2
1,543
Off Market
0.06
-
6
9
4,647
Off Market
0.06
$549,900
5
3
2,606
For Sale

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1940
1,275 sqft
$321/sqft
Garage

About this House

Charming 1940s Cape Cod located in historic Northfield, MN in the Carleton College neighborhood. Close to Central Park, downtown, and a short walk to the Carleton Arboretum and Japanese garden.
Homes located on Northfield's East side rarely become available. So if you are interested, you'll want to get in touch.
Updated kitchen and bath, new screen porch, original hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace, and new central AC. Two bedrooms upstairs and full bath. Main floor includes L-shaped living room with breakfast nook, updated kitchen, office (den) and 1 half bath. Unfinished basement. Double garage (extra deep). Gorgeous gardens. Move in ready.
509 3rd St E, Northfield, MN 55057 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,275 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $290,000 on May 15, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $409,200, with a rent estimate of $1,784/month.

Home Details for 509 3rd St E

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Family Room, Laundry Room, Office
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Shingle, MetalFoundation Type: Concrete BlockGardenLawnPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9504 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 15, 2017
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4818348
Sold
$290,000

Market trends in Northfield

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$346K
$24.17K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$175
$9
MoM
Available listings
93
4
MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

What Locals Say about Northfield

This October

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Built from what locals say about this neighborhood.
  • 69% say there's holiday spirit
  • 68% say there are sidewalks
  • 58% say neighbors are friendly
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At least 52 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 77 % Say kids play outside

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say there's wildlife

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 45 % Say there are community events

  • 42 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Rebecca Jewett
    "i like it here compared to most neighbourhoods, it feels safer and i can trust leaving, say, my shopping cart out in the open and feel comforted that it wont get stolen"
  • Carter
    "my community has great access to public transit and downtown is just beautiful and very easily walkable"
  • Trulia User
    "Very nice, well maintained, progressive, local, small town. I love this town. People are very accepting and forward thinking. Ambitious and hard working. "
  • Staci J.
    "I've lived here for almost 10 years. Everyone is friendly and says hello. Neighbors help one another. "
  • robtelluride
    "I live in Northfield and this is a great location for accessing everything. Lots of nice neighbors."
  • robtelluride
    "Great area for families. Neighbors are nice. Lots of trails. Easy access to shopping."
  • Kenhgreene
    "Safe, friendly area to live, work and raise a family. Two outstanding colleges afford many cultural opportunities. Twin Cities Mall of America, Int'l Airport an hour away. This is a wonderful place to live."
  • Kenhgreene
    "Best of small town, near Twin Cities. Biking, walking (Carleton Arboretum), two colleges. You won't find a better place to raise your family (best schools in MN) or retire."
  • Terry D.
    "Clean safe community. Lots of parks and bike paths. Easy access to the city but you still feel small town. Arts and music are avialble everywhere. The kind of place people return to after moving away. "

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Frequently asked questions about 509 3rd St E

  • What is 509 3rd St E estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 509 3rd St E in Northfield, MN is $409,200.
  • What is the price history for 509 3rd St E?
    509 3rd St E in Northfield, MN last sold for $290,000 in May 2017.
  • Is Northfield a buyer's or seller's market?
    Northfield is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Northfield?
    The median sale price in Northfield is $346K. That is down $24.17K from the prior month.
  • Does 509 3rd St E have air conditioning?
    Yes, 509 3rd St E in Northfield, MN has air conditioning.
  • Does 509 3rd St E have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 509 3rd St E in Northfield, MN has laundry facilities.

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