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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Pending
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 9,440 sqft
Price per Sqft $227
Subdivision Merriam Park/Lexington-Hamline
MLS Listing ID 6670293
Bedrooms 7
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 3
Three Quarter Bath 3
Year Built 1933
Annual Tax Amount $28,780
Tax Year 2024
Contingent None
Lot Size 0.520 Acres
Acres 0.52
Lot Dimensions 140x149x163x149
Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Property Description
Meticulously maintained, updated and enhanced by its current owners. Known as the Longfellow Manor, this home was built in 1933 by the granddaughter of the famous poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This Federal-Style classic is a perfect blend of vintage architecture blended with comprehensive updates, to provide an exceptional residence honoring its past while enjoying the modern comforts of today. See Supplement with many updates, most recent (2024) a new roof and former pool now a beautifully landscaped yard. This home is a product of a collaboration between John Kraemer and Sons, along with Design by Charlie and Co. This home has been celebrated and is the winner of the 2010 Twin Cities Parade of Homes Dream House of the Year!!
Features abound…both inside and outside. A truly grand entry with spectacular circular staircase welcomes you and sets the tone. A remarkable living room, spacious gourmet kitchen, fabulous formal dining room and a first-floor family room with hidden bar that will excite and delight! The many, updated Marvin windows provide sweeping views of the mighty Mississippi, while also inviting in the homes private, park like yard and artfully integrated patios.
The second floor is sensational. Accessible by two staircases. A primary suite with 2 fireplaces, two primary bathrooms, a spacious sitting or dressing room and Mississippi River views. 3 additional, spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. One ensuite and another services the additional 2 bedrooms. All rooms enjoy natural light and optimal views.
Additionally, a delightful 3rd floor complete with 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, a billiard room, a cedar closet and a spacious (33 x 20) space that can be an ideal, upper level family room or spacious office.
The Basement provides storage galore while housing the updated mechanicals.
The setting and grounds are simply enchanting! Enjoy a park like, level side yard which is fully fenced and a pet paradise. A backyard, rear patio, also ideal for entertaining. The front yard is spacious and stately…boasting a fire pit, fountain, professional landscaping and more.
The final touches are a heated two car garage beneath a wonderful carriage house complete with full bath and kitchen. It will delight! Also, deeded off street parking spaces adjacent to the garage off the alley.
This home truly has it all!
Location
State MN
County Ramsey
Zoning Residential-Single Family
Body of Water Mississippi River
Rooms
Basement Daylight/Lookout Windows, Drain Tiled, Full
Dining Room Breakfast Area, Eat In Kitchen, Separate/Formal Dining Room
Interior
Heating Boiler, Forced Air, Hot Water
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Number 9
Fireplaces Type Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Humidifier, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior
Parking Features Detached, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage
Garage Spaces 2.0
Fence Split Rail
Waterfront Description River View
View River, West
Roof Type Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
Building
Lot Description Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Corner Lot, Some Trees
Story More Than 2 Stories
Foundation 2662
Sewer City Sewer/Connected
Water City Water/Connected
Level or Stories More Than 2 Stories
Structure Type Brick/Stone
New Construction false
Schools
School District St. Paul
Others
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