$165,900
Original price: $169,900
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,546 sqft
617 Ruble Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Est. Mortgage $1,120/mo*
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Single-Family Home
Built in 1921
$107/sqft
Garage
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About this House
Opportunity, character, and location all wrapped into one! This classic brick home at 617 Ruble Ave in Albert Lea offers over 1,500 square feet of above-ground living space with room to make it your own. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a spacious layout, this home is full of potential for buyers looking for space, charm, and value.
Enjoy relaxing mornings on the enclosed front porch, plenty of off-street parking with a driveway that stretches from the front street all the way to the back alley, plus a 2-stall detached garage for extra storage and convenience. The dry basement offers additional usable space and peace of mind.
Located just a block from Fountain Lake and New Denmark Park, you’ll love being close to walking trails, parks, and everything the area has to offer. Whether you’re looking for your next home or an opportunity to build equity, this property is worth a look!
Enjoy relaxing mornings on the enclosed front porch, plenty of off-street parking with a driveway that stretches from the front street all the way to the back alley, plus a 2-stall detached garage for extra storage and convenience. The dry basement offers additional usable space and peace of mind.
Located just a block from Fountain Lake and New Denmark Park, you’ll love being close to walking trails, parks, and everything the area has to offer. Whether you’re looking for your next home or an opportunity to build equity, this property is worth a look!
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Davy Villarreal, (507) 318-0247
Robert Hoffman Realty Inc.
Matt Dugstad, (507) 279-3391
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#7078581

Also Listed on NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
Home Details for 617 Ruble Ave
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MLS Status: Active |
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Interior Details Basement: Partially Finished |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1546 Square FeetFoundation Area: 988 |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Baseboard,Hot WaterHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Gas: Natural Gas |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfAccessibility: None |
View No View |
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Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Other Parking: Garage Dimensions (20x19)No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached Garage,Paved Lot |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: City Sewer - In Street |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1546 Square Feet |
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Days on Market: 121 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1921 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family |
Building Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels |
Property Information Parcel Number: 341850310 |
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Price List Price: $165,900Price Per Sqft: $107 |
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Direction & Address City: Albert LeaCommunity: Rubles North Side Park Add |
School Information High School District: Albert Lea |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 7078581 |
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Building Area Building Area: 1546 Square Feet |
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No HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee |
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Lot Area: 5967.72 sqft |
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Contingencies: None |
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BasementMls Number: 7078581Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1546 |
Around this home
What Locals Say about Albert Lea
At least 102 Trulia users voted on each feature.
89 % Say it's dog friendly
87 % Say car is needed
85 % Say parking is easy
82 % Say yards are well-kept
67 % Say kids play outside
65 % Say there are sidewalks
64 % Say streets are well-lit
64 % Say people would walk alone at night
62 % Say there's holiday spirit
59 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say it's quiet
49 % Say there's wildlife
41 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
30 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
23 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
Market trends in Albert Lea
Last updated August 2026
Avg. sale price
$185K
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
Price per sq ft
$99
Available listings
126
3MoM
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$163KSince last month
Decreased$600 (-0.4%)Since last year
Increased$2K (+1.4%)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 +92% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| September 2026 | $159K |
| August 2026 | $160K |
| July 2026 | $163K |
| June 2026 | $164K |
| May 2026 | $175K |
| April 2026 | $159K |
| March 2026 | $153K |
| February 2026 | $152K |
| January 2026 | $146K |
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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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0.06 | Single-Family Home | $120,000 | 08/28/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,232 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $76,500 | 01/05/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,224 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $192,400 | 05/01/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,643 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $115,000 | 07/01/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,371 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $115,000 | 11/18/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,248 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $165,000 | 01/20/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,600 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $225,000 | 10/17/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,388 | |
0.13 | Single-Family Home | $150,000 | 07/27/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,195 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $85,000 | 03/13/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,410 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $138,900 | 08/24/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,019 |
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 |
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0.04 | $120,000 | 6 | 3 | 2,178 | Recently Sold | |
0.05 | $157,100 | 4 | 2 | 1,552 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $128,800 | 3 | 2 | 1,374 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $182,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,128 | For Sale | |
0.04 | $115,200 | 2 | 1 | 1,024 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $183,100 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,398 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $119,600 | 2 | 1 | 925 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $197,600 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,208 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $112,200 | 2 | 1 | 1,055 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $120,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,232 | Recently Sold | |
0.09 | $150,900 | 2 | 1.5 | 929 | Off Market |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Aug 4, 2026 Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7078581 | PriceChange | $165,900 Price decreased by 2% |
Jun 23, 2026 Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7078581 | PriceChange | $169,900 Price decreased by 3% |
May 21, 2026 Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7078581 | Listed For Sale | $174,900 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $1,932 | $163,500 |
Home facts updated by county records
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Agent Phone: (507) 318-0247

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Frequently asked questions about 617 Ruble Ave
- What is the estimated monthly payment for 617 Ruble Ave?Based on a $165,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 617 Ruble Ave in Albert Lea, MN is approximately $1,130 (about $908 principal & interest, $147 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
- How does the list price for 617 Ruble Ave compare to homes in Albert Lea?617 Ruble Ave in Albert Lea, MN is listed at $165,900, about 10% below the $185K median sale price in Albert Lea.
- What do residents say about Albert Lea?Residents describe Albert Lea, MN as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Albert Lea, MN.
- What are the closest schools to 617 Ruble Ave?The closest schools to 617 Ruble Ave in Albert Lea, MN are Albert Lea Senior High School (Middle, rated 6/10), Hawthorne Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10), Southwest Middle School (rated 4/10).
- Does 617 Ruble Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 617 Ruble Ave in Albert Lea, MN has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 617 Ruble Ave?The lot at 617 Ruble Ave in Albert Lea, MN is about 0.14 acres (5,968 sq ft).
617 Ruble Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,546 sqft single-family home built in 1921. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID on May 21, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 7078581.

