$490,900
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 985 sqft
521 5th St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Est. Refi. Payment $3,241/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Oct 18, 2017 for $362,779
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$491KSince last month
Decreased$13K (-2.6%)Since last year
Decreased$9K (-1.8%)Since last sale
Increased$128K (+35.3%)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 +46% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| September 2026 | $491K |
| August 2026 | $504K |
| July 2026 | $505K |
| June 2026 | $515K |
| May 2026 | $509K |
| April 2026 | $507K |
| March 2026 | $489K |
| February 2026 | $499K |
| January 2026 | $495K |
2025 | |
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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 |
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1.19 | Apartment | $145,000 | 07/22/26 | 2 | 1 | 806 | |
1.27 | Apartment | $257,500 | 02/04/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,352 | |
1.34 | Apartment | $355,000 | 07/21/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,220 | |
1.38 | Apartment | $277,500 | 03/02/26 | 2 | 1 | 887 | |
0.66 | - | - | - | 3 | 1 | 1,000 | |
0.29 | Apartment | $110,000 | 09/02/26 | 2 | 1 | 650 | |
0.97 | Apartment | $165,000 | 07/02/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,048 | |
0.97 | Apartment | $179,900 | 07/27/26 | 1 | 1 | 710 | |
1.32 | Apartment | $385,000 | 05/18/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,352 | |
0.97 | Apartment | $140,000 | 10/20/25 | 1 | 1 | 710 |
Home facts updated by county records
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.00 | - | 2 | 1 | 972 | Off Market | |
0.00 | - | 3 | 1 | 1,200 | Off Market | |
0.01 | - | 2 | 1 | - | Off Market | |
0.01 | - | 3 | 1 | - | Off Market | |
0.01 | - | 2 | 1 | 900 | Off Market | |
0.01 | - | 3 | 1 | - | Off Market | |
0.01 | - | 2 | 1 | 850 | Off Market | |
0.01 | - | 2 | 1 | 900 | Off Market | |
0.01 | $561,100 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,721 | Off Market | |
0.01 | $656,800 | 3 | 3 | 2,953 | Off Market | |
0.01 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.01 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.01 | - | 2 | 1 | 900 | Off Market | |
0.01 | - | 2 | 1 | 500 | Off Market | |
0.01 | - | 2 | 1 | 900 | Off Market | |
0.01 | - | 2 | 1 | 900 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $568,800 | 4 | 2 | 4,526 | Off Market | |
0.02 | - | 3 | 1 | 1,312 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $549,700 | 4 | 2 | 4,358 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $655,900 | 5 | 2 | 3,085 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Apartment
Built in 1940
985 sqft
$498/sqft
Garage
About this House
What's unique:Gas fireplaceBrick duplexLandscaped backyardGarage stallPartially solar-poweredMeticulously maintained
Duplex (Top Floor Unit)
521 5th Street SE, Unit #2, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Welcome new tenant to a dog friendly home! Enjoy this top level unit with a garage stall and additional off-street parking. Come live between Dinkytown and the downtown riverfront on Historic 5th Street SE in the Marcy Holmes neighborhood! Treelined, one-way street, in a beautiful history-rich neighborhood. The second level unit of this partially solar-powered, brick duplex is a 2 bedroom designed for easy living, charming, and meticulously maintained. Amazing natural light fills the unit with multiple windows in every room outside the kitchen and bathroom. Enjoy the charm and character of the gorgeous original woodwork throughout, solid wood doors, hardwood floors, tiled bathroom, and informal dining - living room with a gas fireplace. And, when you're not inside, you can spend time in the landscaped backyard. You have your own storage space and shared laundry room in the basement. Easy access to 35W, near bus lines, UofM, shops, restaurants, entertainment, bike paths, and the river!
LEASE TERMS
Availability Date: April 1, 2022
Minimum Lease: 12 months
Furnished: No
Smoking in Unit: No
Pets Allowed: Yes, 1 dog
Laundry: On Premises
Electric: Tenant Pays
Gas: Tenant Pays
Heat: Tenant Pays
Water: Tenant Pays
Cable: Tenant Pays
Trash: Tenant Pays
Application Fee (includes credit/background check): $50 per applicant
Security Deposit: $1,700
Pet Deposit: $500 ($300 non-refundable)
Pre-paid Last Month's Rent: No
Background Check Required: Yes
CONTACT INFORMATION
521 5th Street SE, Unit #2, Minneapolis, MN 55414
Welcome new tenant to a dog friendly home! Enjoy this top level unit with a garage stall and additional off-street parking. Come live between Dinkytown and the downtown riverfront on Historic 5th Street SE in the Marcy Holmes neighborhood! Treelined, one-way street, in a beautiful history-rich neighborhood. The second level unit of this partially solar-powered, brick duplex is a 2 bedroom designed for easy living, charming, and meticulously maintained. Amazing natural light fills the unit with multiple windows in every room outside the kitchen and bathroom. Enjoy the charm and character of the gorgeous original woodwork throughout, solid wood doors, hardwood floors, tiled bathroom, and informal dining - living room with a gas fireplace. And, when you're not inside, you can spend time in the landscaped backyard. You have your own storage space and shared laundry room in the basement. Easy access to 35W, near bus lines, UofM, shops, restaurants, entertainment, bike paths, and the river!
LEASE TERMS
Availability Date: April 1, 2022
Minimum Lease: 12 months
Furnished: No
Smoking in Unit: No
Pets Allowed: Yes, 1 dog
Laundry: On Premises
Electric: Tenant Pays
Gas: Tenant Pays
Heat: Tenant Pays
Water: Tenant Pays
Cable: Tenant Pays
Trash: Tenant Pays
Application Fee (includes credit/background check): $50 per applicant
Security Deposit: $1,700
Pet Deposit: $500 ($300 non-refundable)
Pre-paid Last Month's Rent: No
Background Check Required: Yes
CONTACT INFORMATION
521 5th St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 985 sqft apartment in Marcy Holmes, built in 1940. It last sold for $362,779 on Oct 18, 2017. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2022 with an asking price of $1,700 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 5, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $490,900, with a rent estimate of $1,478/month.
Home Details for 521 5th St SE
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Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 8 |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
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Year Built Year Built: 1940 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Exterior Home Features Exterior: Wood |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached, Off Street |
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Units in Building: 2 |
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Lot Area: 4768 sqft |
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On Site Laundry Available |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Mar 5, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | ListingRemoved | |
Jan 29, 2022 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | Listed For Rent | $1,700 |
Dec 7, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | ListingRemoved | |
Nov 27, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | PriceChange | $1,600 Price decreased by 6% |
Aug 22, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Manager | Listed For Rent | $1,700 |
Oct 18, 2017 Source: N/A | Sold | $362,779 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2026 | $9,003 | $450,400 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Minneapolis
Last updated August 2026
Avg. sale price
$355K
$10.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$213
$10MoM
Available listings
1459
6MoM
Around this home
What Locals Say about Marcy Holmes
At least 48 Trulia users voted on each feature.
97 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
95 % Say it's dog friendly
93 % Say there are sidewalks
77 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
73 % Say streets are well-lit
69 % Say people would walk alone at night
64 % Say parking is easy
53 % Say it's quiet
52 % Say there's holiday spirit
47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
43 % Say neighbors are friendly
42 % Say car is needed
40 % Say kids play outside
35 % Say there's wildlife
33 % Say yards are well-kept
30 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 521 5th St SE
- What is 521 5th St SE estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 521 5th St SE in Minneapolis, MN is $490,900.
- What is the price history for 521 5th St SE?521 5th St SE in Minneapolis, MN last sold for $362,779 in October 2017.
- Is Minneapolis a buyer's or seller's market?Minneapolis is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Minneapolis?The median sale price in Minneapolis is $355K. That is up $10.67K from the prior month.
- Does 521 5th St SE have laundry facilities?Yes, 521 5th St SE in Minneapolis, MN has laundry facilities.

