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Welcome to this one-of-a-kind, luxurious executive lakefront retreat on Green Lake with almost 3,000 finished sq. ft. of elegance & serenity on the main level with breathtaking lake and nature views on 1.24 acres.
The main level features a grand foyer open to the vaulted living room and spectacular lake views from a wall of glass. The living room has been beautifully updated with a new fireplace, flooring, and fresh decor, using high end finishes. The chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, a center island, breakfast bar, pantry, and picturesque views. The dining room walks out to the expansive deck which is an extension of the indoor space with see through glass panels, for maximum viewing enjoyment from inside and out. The media room features elevated seating and complete darkness for your viewing pleasure. There are 3 bedrooms on the main floor, including the primary suite with a grand walk-in closet, a spa like bathroom with a separate tub & shower and great views. One bedroom is used as an executive office with built-in bookshelves, a closet, & round top stained-glass window. The main floor laundry room is amazingly large with great storage, and space for ironing or sewing. The walk-out level has over 2000 finished sq ft, with 2 more bedrooms, a full bath, a large wet bar for entertaining, a family room with the 2nd fireplace, a game room, playroom, and access to the 2nd garage for lake toys.
Between the 2 garages, there is space for 5 vehicles or lake toys. New roof, siding and windows in 2018.
The lot is meticulously maintained, with majestic trees, a sprinkling system, security system, patio, gardens, and 264' feet of lakeshore. It is a gradual slope to the lake, and view is of Little Green Lake, through the channel into Big Green Lake. The location is excellent with easy access to Hwy 8, a walkable to a winery, brewery, restaurants, and shops. Wyoming Ave is home to several high-end homes. There are many more features you need to see to appreciate.

$1,399,900 Active

10097 Wyoming Avenue Chisago City, Minnesota

5 Beds 3 Baths 4,920 SqFt 1.24 Acres

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty

Welcome to this stunning executive retreat. Nestled in a prestigious, quiet, development with unique custom homes, natural wood exteriors, park-like green spaces, beautifully landscaped, and a swimming pool and patio.
This south facing unit has been completely renovated with high-end finishes and impeccable attention to detail.
The inviting foyer features a patterned hardwood, and views of the new stone fireplace in the living room,
wood flooring flows throughout the main floor living areas.
The spacious living room walks out to the relaxing deck. There is a large dining room area, for entertaining several guests.
The eat-in kitchen has been completely renovated with custom cabinetry, glass doors for display, plenty of storage, granite tops, and stainless-steel appliances.
The laundry room is on the main floor, and freshly renovated powder room.
The oversized garage is heated, has an epoxy coated floor, EV charger, and plenty of storage.
The primary suite is a private sanctuary featuring a spa-inspired bathroom, built-in drawers, and a generous walk-in closet.
The sun-filled open loft is perfect for an office, crafting, or with an electric fireplace, and new carpet,
The lower-level walks out to the patio and green space, has 2 more bedrooms, a full bath, a generous family room with a new fireplace insert, exercise room, Toivo Sauna and more storage.
The entire home has been freshly painted, carpet has been replaced, new light fixtures, electrical upgrades, plumbing fixtures and more.

$949,900 Active

1775 Lexington Avenue S 26 Lilydale, Minnesota

3 Beds 3 Baths 4,100 SqFt 0.07 Acres

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty

Welcome to this beautiful one level living lake home, on a 1/2-acre lot on South Center Lake with a gentle slope to 75 feet of sandy beach.
This home has nice curb appeal with brick accents, a new roof in April 2025, an oversized garage, guest parking in the driveway with turn-around, & an inviting front porch.
Interior Features:
Beautiful flooring
Open staircase to the walk-out level
main floor laundry/mud-room with access to the
2.5car garage.
Large eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops, reverse osmosis, pantry, moveable island, great storage, and access to the deck.
Living room is spacious & features a wood burning fireplace with floor to ceiling brick surround & raised hearth.
Three good sized bedrooms on the main floor, a full
bath, & 3/4 bath.
The primary suite offers sunrise views, a walk-in closet, a full bath, & access to the 3/4 bath.
The family room is on the walk-out level, space for watching TV, a pool table if desired, a game area, a wet bar & it walks out to the patio towards the lake.
The 4th bedroom is on the walk-out level, with a full bath with jetted tub.
The back yard is large enough for games, and many guests,
Storage shed, & fish house by the lake, and the dock is included.
The sandy beach is perfect for all ages.
City water & sewer & high-speed internet.
South Center Lake is Connected to North Center Lake and is part of the Chisago Chain of Lakes totally 5,357 acres.
Perfect lakes for fishing, recreation, beaches, & docking in Center City for dinner or drinks.
Walk or bike to Downtown Lindstrom, America's Little Sweden, and enjoy shopping, dining & the arts,
This home has it all, with one level living, no stairs to the lake, a sandy beach, spectacular views, & plenty of room for guests. Sellers will consider all offers.

$824,900 Pending

29755 Neal Avenue Lindstrom, Minnesota

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,695 SqFt 0.48 Acres

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty

Wonderful one level living home on South Center Lake.
Beautiful park-like yard 1/3-acre lot with fabulous, manicured gardens and a gentle slope to the lake.
Set on a quiet channel with good water depth and easy access to the main basin of South Center Lake.
Maintenance free front porch, inviting foyer, with views of the lake and fireplace as you enter the home.
Spacious open floor plan with great room, dining room that walks out to the screened porch, and large kitchen with newer appliances. Built-in custom cabinetry with glass doors.
Main floor laundry room, with a back door to the side stairs and the secret garden.
Two bedrooms and 2 baths are on the main floor -primary bedroom with a walk-in closet, and 3/4 bath with a large walk-in shower.
There is a 2nd bedroom on the main floor and a 1/2 bath.
The walk-out level features a huge family room with a pool table and walk out to the new paver patio and hot tub.
The 3rd bedroom is on the walk out level along with a full bath, a finished craft room, plus tons of storage.
Recent upgrades include new flooring, new windows, master bath remodel, new range, , dishwasher, furnace (2015), toilets, driveway, front porch, landscaping and gardens, custom fencing, new patio, new paver patios, roof is 3 years old, fresh paint & more!
Price includes the dock, pontoon, hot tub and pool table.
Excellent location on South Center Lake, a fully recreational lake with great fishing, access to North Center Lake, and other Chisago Lakes when the water is high.
There is a beach to dock at as well as multiple restaurants, and miles of beautiful shoreline including the historic church featured in the Grumpy Old Men.
You can also walk or bike to shops, restaurants, and art galleries in Downtown Lindstrom "America's Little Sweden".
City water & sewer and high-speed internet.
This home has it all!

$674,900 Active

30190 Terryll Street Lindstrom, Minnesota

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,772 SqFt 0.3 Acres

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty

It has been almost six decades since this historic home on Summit Hill has been available. It was meticulously cared for by a local historian, who preserved the classic character and original architectural details throughout the home.
This grand home sits on a large park-like lot and includes a second lot with 50' of lake shore,
There is an inviting front porch that leads to the 3-season sunroom, and the front hall. The classic foyer and hall, feature solid oak panel doors, and wainscotting, solid oak wood flooring, 9' ceilings, a parlor that could be used for sitting or a desk, a gorgeous open staircase, with oak rails, posts, treads and risers, a bay window and a curved overlook at the top - it was perfect for the bride's entrance at family weddings.
The original floor grates from the gravity furnace are still in place throughout the home.
The living room has been converted into a library, with built in bookcases, and 2 sets of French solid oak paneled pocket doors, and glass French doors to the 3-season porch.
There is a large formal dining room with a great bay window, and the original fireplace with ornate moldings and the original tile, enhances the decor.
There is bonus room on the main floor that has been used as family room, or main floor bedroom.
The kitchen has room for a breakfast table and has a bow window on the south side to let the sunshine in. The appliances have been replaced within the past 5 years. The butler's pantry is still in place with the original cabinetry, including flour drawers and a pull-out bread board. It is perfect for food preparation, while hiding the mess! The kitchen also has access to the back porch.
There is a second staircase that was originally used by the staff off the back hall, a 1/2 bath, and access to the side porch.
The upper level features the "lake room" with large windows and a cushioned window seat with storage to relax and take in the views.
The primary bedroom has a charming decorative fireplace with detailed classic character.
All 3 bedrooms have a walk-in closet, and transom windows above the doors.
The large bathroom features the original claw foot tub and sink, but the shower and skylight are new.
The basement is unfinished, with the laundry room, and plenty of space for storage or play. There's a perfect spot for a ping pong table.
Recent updates: roof, leaf guard gutters, windows, siding, shutters, window well covers, side porch, back porch, garage door, humidifier, central air, furnace, NEST system, 2 storm doors, sidewalks, appliances, shower.
The oversized garage is conveniently located off the side porch.
From the house you can walk a couple of blocks to the historic Lutheran Church, written about in books, and featured in movies. You can walk to shops and restaurants in historic downtown Center City, and the city dock.
North Center Lake is part of the Chisago Chain of Lakes, which is perfect for all day cruising, recreation, and great fishing.

$649,900 Active

216 Summit Avenue Center City, Minnesota

4 Beds 2 Baths 2,200 SqFt 0.31 Acres

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty

Fabulous one level living home, on a wooded 2-acre lot, walking distance to the river and shops in Taylors Falls. Fenced back yard with above ground pool. Lots of improvements have been made this home over the past 2 years, including a new eat in kitchen with breakfast area, and snack bar, custom cabinets, quartz countertops, tile backsplash, & stainless-steel appliances. New flooring, paint, basement stairway railings and balusters, updated bathroom, and roof. Four bedrooms on the main floor, formal dining, large living room with a wood burning, Franklin Stove fireplace, a 3-season porch, and laundry. The exterior has been painted white. City water & sewer. High speed internet and cable TV.

$374,900 Pending

566 First Street Taylors Falls, Minnesota

4 Beds 2 Baths 2,600 SqFt 1.89 Acres

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty

Wonderful end unit, townhome with one level living in a quiet neighborhood, with mature trees and open spaces.
The townhouse faces SE, which helps keep the driveway ice-free in the winter. The garage shields the home from the hot sun in the afternoon, but you can enjoy the sunrise from the kitchen and living room, and the evening sun from the patio.
The living room is spacious and walks out to the patio.
There are built ins in the dining area, for extra storage or display, and a raised breakfast bar in the kitchen.
There are 2 good size bedrooms, and the bathroom has been beautifully updated. There is a stackable washer and dryer in the mechanical room.
The garage is oversized for storage.
This is a wonderful, affordable home, with maintenance free living. The association takes care of the snow and lawn service and building exterior.
It is close to restaurants, parks, shopping, and freeway access.
One Year Home Warranty included with acceptable offer.

$219,900 Active

553 Pleasure Creek Drive Blaine, Minnesota

2 Beds 1 Baths 928 SqFt 0.07 Acres

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty

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by Cheryl Kempenich | Feb 28, 2024

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by Cheryl Kempenich | Feb 21, 2024

One of my team members was on vacation and his client informed the lender that he was switching lenders less than three weeks before closing, to get a lower interest rate. This created a huge problem with the seller and the listing agent,...

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by Cheryl Kempenich | Feb 14, 2024

A title search can turn up issues that could prevent a sale from closing. The property must have clear title to close. The seller must have the legal right to transfer ownership without liens or claims against the party being sold. After...

Lenders Require Buyers to Purchase Title Insurance

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by Cheryl Kempenich | Feb 13, 2024

Lenders require the homebuyer to purchase the lender’s title insurance for an amount equal to the loan. The policy is typically paid for with a one-time premium at closing and remains in effect until the loan has been repaid. This policy...

Dealing with Buyer’s Remorse

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by Cheryl Kempenich | Feb 4, 2024

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Coming Soon Listings Generate Excitement

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by Cheryl Kempenich | Jan 31, 2024

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