978 Lake Elmo Avenue N Lake Elmo, MN 55042

$795,000
Active
estimated monthly payment
4 Beds  |  4 Baths  |  3,107 Sq Ft  |  Single Family  |  MLS # 7063235
  • Nestled on 2.47 acres, this stunning Lake Elmo two story home combines a comfortable living space within a peaceful, spacious setting.
    Nestled on 2.47 acres, this stunning Lake Elmo two story home combines a comfortable living space within a peaceful, spacious setting.
  • Welcome home to 978 Lake Elmo Ave N, in beautiful sought after Lake Elmo!
    Welcome home to 978 Lake Elmo Ave N, in beautiful sought after Lake Elmo!
  • Beautiful front porch setting complete with a swing, ideal for slow mornings, reading, or simply taking in the fresh air.
    Beautiful front porch setting complete with a swing, ideal for slow mornings, reading, or simply taking in the fresh air.
  • The home opens to a beautifully framed foyer with a rich wood staircase, traditional woodwork accents throughout, hardwood floors underfoot, and a soft overhead light that welcomes you in.
    The home opens to a beautifully framed foyer with a rich wood staircase, traditional woodwork accents throughout, hardwood floors underfoot, and a soft overhead light that welcomes you in.
  • Anchored by beautiful hardwood floors, this main level living room is filled with natural light from two oversized windows, complemented by a central overhead fixture and an airy, comfortable layout.
    Anchored by beautiful hardwood floors, this main level living room is filled with natural light from two oversized windows, complemented by a central overhead fixture and an airy, comfortable layout.
  • Designed for everyday living and entertaining, the main living area flows into the formal dining room through a beautifully wood trimmed archway that subtly defines each space while keeping the home connected. Rough-in for fireplace chimney outside
    Designed for everyday living and entertaining, the main living area flows into the formal dining room through a beautifully wood trimmed archway that subtly defines each space while keeping the home connected. Rough-in for fireplace chimney outside
  • This formal dining room showcases timeless design with a custom wood buffet and mirrored backdrop, classic chandelier centerpiece, and uninterrupted hardwood flooring.
    This formal dining room showcases timeless design with a custom wood buffet and mirrored backdrop, classic chandelier centerpiece, and uninterrupted hardwood flooring.
  • Bathed in sunlight from three curved wall windows, this dining space feels open and airy with plenty of room to comfortably host a generous table setting.
    Bathed in sunlight from three curved wall windows, this dining space feels open and airy with plenty of room to comfortably host a generous table setting.
  • Tucked conveniently off the dining space, this main level office offers hardwood floors, a closet, and 2 windows that fill the room with soft daylight.
    Tucked conveniently off the dining space, this main level office offers hardwood floors, a closet, and 2 windows that fill the room with soft daylight.
  • At the heart of the home, this kitchen offers granite countertops, a large island with statement pendant lighting, recessed ceiling lights, hardwood flooring, and stunning custom built cabinetry.
    At the heart of the home, this kitchen offers granite countertops, a large island with statement pendant lighting, recessed ceiling lights, hardwood flooring, and stunning custom built cabinetry.
  • Clean lines and natural light define this kitchen detail, showcasing subway tile, a double farmhouse sink framed by a large window, and rich hardwood flooring underfoot. Note the under-cabinet lighting!
    Clean lines and natural light define this kitchen detail, showcasing subway tile, a double farmhouse sink framed by a large window, and rich hardwood flooring underfoot. Note the under-cabinet lighting!
  • A bright and functional mudroom on the main level with ceramic flooring, soft overhead lighting, windows that bring in daylight, and laundry hookups for everyday ease. Around the corner is a utility sink.
    A bright and functional mudroom on the main level with ceramic flooring, soft overhead lighting, windows that bring in daylight, and laundry hookups for everyday ease. Around the corner is a utility sink.
  • A convenient main floor half bath offering a granite topped vanity, medicine cabinet mirror, wall lighting, and hardwood floors for a clean, cohesive feel.
    A convenient main floor half bath offering a granite topped vanity, medicine cabinet mirror, wall lighting, and hardwood floors for a clean, cohesive feel.
  • The first of 4 upper level bedrooms; a generously sized primary suite with plush carpeting, a ceiling fan with lighting, and well placed windows that enhance the room’s natural brightness.
    The first of 4 upper level bedrooms; a generously sized primary suite with plush carpeting, a ceiling fan with lighting, and well placed windows that enhance the room’s natural brightness.
  • This primary suite is finished with two walk in closets and a private 3/4 ensuite bath, creating a comfortable and relaxing retreat.
    This primary suite is finished with two walk in closets and a private 3/4 ensuite bath, creating a comfortable and relaxing retreat.
  • Beautifully finished 3/4 primary ensuite showcasing heated slate flooring, a sleek vanity sink, wall lighting, mirrored medicine cabinet, sunny window, and a glass shower enclosure.
    Beautifully finished 3/4 primary ensuite showcasing heated slate flooring, a sleek vanity sink, wall lighting, mirrored medicine cabinet, sunny window, and a glass shower enclosure.
  • The second upper level bedroom features hardwood floors, a bright window, overhead lighting, and a well sized closet for storage.
    The second upper level bedroom features hardwood floors, a bright window, overhead lighting, and a well sized closet for storage.
  • Another angle of the second bedroom.
    Another angle of the second bedroom.
  • A well proportioned upper level third bedroom with hardwood floors, a ceiling fan with lighting, and an open, comfortable layout.
    A well proportioned upper level third bedroom with hardwood floors, a ceiling fan with lighting, and an open, comfortable layout.
  • Rounding out this third bedroom is a walk-in closet, recessed lights, and a perfect reading nook featuring a built in storage bench and bookshelves that surround a double window filled with natural light.
    Rounding out this third bedroom is a walk-in closet, recessed lights, and a perfect reading nook featuring a built in storage bench and bookshelves that surround a double window filled with natural light.
  • The fourth upper level bedroom features soft carpeting, a ceiling fan with integrated lighting, and several windows that fill the space with brightness.
    The fourth upper level bedroom features soft carpeting, a ceiling fan with integrated lighting, and several windows that fill the space with brightness.
  • A good sized closet enhances this space, offering convenient storage while keeping the room functional and comfortable.
    A good sized closet enhances this space, offering convenient storage while keeping the room functional and comfortable.
  • Perfectly placed on the upper level, this versatile full bathroom combines laundry and living with a stacked washer/dryer, linoleum flooring, vanity sink, mirrored medicine cabinet, and a tub/shower combo.
    Perfectly placed on the upper level, this versatile full bathroom combines laundry and living with a stacked washer/dryer, linoleum flooring, vanity sink, mirrored medicine cabinet, and a tub/shower combo.
  • This expansive lower level family room provides an ideal setting for entertaining with wide open space, comfortable carpeted flooring, and overhead lighting.
    This expansive lower level family room provides an ideal setting for entertaining with wide open space, comfortable carpeted flooring, and overhead lighting.
  • Designed for versatility, the lower level family room offers an egress window bringing in natural light, and plenty of room to create your ideal home theatre layout!
    Designed for versatility, the lower level family room offers an egress window bringing in natural light, and plenty of room to create your ideal home theatre layout!
  • Conveniently situated off the lower level family room, this half bath includes linoleum flooring, a vanity sink, mirror, and wall lighting. Roughed-in for shower to become a 3/4 bath.
    Conveniently situated off the lower level family room, this half bath includes linoleum flooring, a vanity sink, mirror, and wall lighting. Roughed-in for shower to become a 3/4 bath.
  • Enjoy nature and privacy on this spacious, beautifully maintained concrete patio designed for effortless entertaining and outdoor dining experiences.
    Enjoy nature and privacy on this spacious, beautifully maintained concrete patio designed for effortless entertaining and outdoor dining experiences.
  • This meticulously maintained yard reflects true pride of ownership, offering a move-in ready outdoor space with nothing to address!
    This meticulously maintained yard reflects true pride of ownership, offering a move-in ready outdoor space with nothing to address!
  • A substantial backyard workshop delivers exceptional versatility, offering a well sized space ready for a wide range of uses.
    A substantial backyard workshop delivers exceptional versatility, offering a well sized space ready for a wide range of uses.
  • At 1,288 sq ft, this flexible workshop space includes in-floor heat, providing a warm and practical environment throughout the winter season.
    At 1,288 sq ft, this flexible workshop space includes in-floor heat, providing a warm and practical environment throughout the winter season.
  • A practical gravel driveway leads to a well maintained concrete apron and a generous 3-car garage with EV-ready capabilities, designed for convenience.
    A practical gravel driveway leads to a well maintained concrete apron and a generous 3-car garage with EV-ready capabilities, designed for convenience.
  • With a 25-zone irrigation system in place, the yard stays beautifully green and easy to care for year-round! Vegetable garden and firepit not pictured.
    With a 25-zone irrigation system in place, the yard stays beautifully green and easy to care for year-round! Vegetable garden and firepit not pictured.
  • A charming playhouse with an attached swing set adds a delightful and well designed touch to the outdoor space.
    A charming playhouse with an attached swing set adds a delightful and well designed touch to the outdoor space.

About The Listing

Stunning 1914 farmhouse moved to this site (new foundation) in 1991. Expertly updated with an exceptional and seamless level of craftsmanship by the owner. Walk into the front foyer with its grand staircase and you’ll be wowed by the natural woodwork, meticulous millwork and classic features. Large living room with two large windows (rough-in for a fireplace) and a beautiful archway into the dining room. Huge formal dining room with built-in buffet and chandelier. There is an office behind the dining room. Wait until you see this kitchen! Breakfast bar with granite island, custom cabinets, double farm sink and subway backsplash. Attached to the kitchen is a useful half bath and mudroom to the 3 car attached garage. Upstairs you’ll find 4 good sized bedrooms (one of which has a private 3/4 bath) and a shared full bath with laundry. Hike up the stairs to the 3rd floor for future finish-able space. In the lower level you’ll find a massive family room, great for more entertaining and workout space. There is also 1/2 bath (roughed in to become ¾) and plenty of room for storage. Enjoy the private 2.47 acre lot from the lovely front porch or back patio. Lots of open lawn space with a wooded perimeter. 25 zone irrigation system, vegetable garden, firepit and cute playhouse. New roof on home and barn 2022. Most windows replace 2023. Water Softener 2018. New furnace/AC 2012. New water heater 2013. Kitchen appliances 2012. The classic red barn adds to the esthetic, but it was built in 2004 and features in-floor radiant heat! Perfect workshop and additional garage space. Just down the road from beautiful Lake Elmo Park Reserve and directly across the street from the BRAND NEW Lake Elmo Elementary School opening for the 2026/27 school year! Home has been pre-inspected


Listing courtesy of Steve Smillie, Edina Realty, Inc.
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Property Details

Features

 
 
 
Property Type: Single Family
Status: Active
Contingency Type: None
Year Built: 1914
MLS #: 7063235
Bedrooms: 4
Square Feet: 3,107
Bathrooms (Full): 1
Price Per Square Foot: $256
Bathrooms (Half) : 2
Bathrooms (Three Quarters) : 1
Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Gravel, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener
Sewer Description: Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes
Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
Water: Well
Heat Type: Forced Air
Basement: Drain Tiled, Egress Window(s), Finished, Full, Sump Pump
Foundation Type: Block
Roof Description: Age 8 Years or Less, Architectural Shingle
Days On Market (Continuous): 0
Disability Features: None
Latest Update: 06/03/2026
List Date: 05/06/2026
Listing Agent ID: 506091256
Listing Office: Edina Realty, Inc.
Listing Office ID: 8106
Data Source: NorthstarMLS - The Regional MLS of Minnesota
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Laundry Features: Upper Level
Number of Fireplaces: 0
Exterior Features: Vinyl
Lot Dimensions: 322 x 334
Lot Size: 2.478 Acres
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
School District: Stillwater
Tax Year: 2025
Estimated Taxes: $5,646
Contingency Type: None
City: Lake Elmo
Zip: 55042
County: Washington
Subdivision: Midland Meadows
State: MN

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Listing last updated: 06/03/26

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