8254 38th Street N
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
$655,000
Welcome to this lovingly updated 4-bedroom home nestled on a private 1.7-acre lot in the Stillwater School District, offering the perfect balance of peaceful country living and convenient access to everything the metro has to offer. Sellers just installed a brand new $50,000 septic system for the new owners to appreciate.
The home features multiple fireplaces, spacious living areas, and three bedrooms upstairs, including a private primary suite with a separate dressing room.
The kitchen overlooks the backyard and opens to an expansive deck, creating the perfect space for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or entertaining.
The walkout lower level features a large family room that flows into a bright sunroom, offering year-round views of the beautiful property. The lowest level has yet another family room, office or craft room and the 4th bedroom – great for guests having their own space.
Outside, enjoy a level yard, mature trees, gardens, and storage sheds, along with an incredible 1,200-square-foot detached shop ideal for car enthusiasts, hobbies, or a workshop. The shop has its own driveway, allowing easy access for parking an RV or storing your recreational toys. Above ground car lift included. A rare property that truly feels like your own slice of heaven in the country, just minutes from shopping, dining, and all the conveniences of the twin cities.
Listing Courtesy of: Edina Realty, Inc.
651-402-0514
Buyer Represented by: Coldwell Banker Realty
| Listing Id: | 7130259 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $679,900 |
| Close Price: | $655,000 |
| Close Date: | 2026-09-25 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family |
| Status: | Closed |
| Bedrooms Total: | 4 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 1 |
| Bathrooms Three Quarter: | 1 |
| Bathrooms Half: | 1 |
| Bathrooms One Quarter: | 0 |
| Living Area: | 2,959 |
| Association Fee: | $0 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $5,396 |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | Lake Elmo |
| County Or Parish: | Washington |
| Subdivision Name: | Bordners Garner Farmettes |
| Postal Code: | 55042 |
| Year Built: | 1971 |
| Above Grade Finished Area: | 2,381 |
| Accessibility Features: | None |
| Appliances: | Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned |
| Basement: | Yes |
| Basement: | Block, Egress Window(s), Finished, Partial, Storage Space |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area: | 578 |
| Building Area Total: | 3137 |
| Construction Materials: | Block |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Directions: | 694 to Hwy 14 (34th St NE) east to Ideal Ave N, north to 38th St N, east to home |
| Electric: | Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service |
| Fireplace Features: | Family Room, Gas, Living Room |
| Fireplaces Total: | 2 |
| Foundation Area: | 1,176 |
| Garage Spaces: | 6 |
| Heating: | Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Outdoor Furnace |
| High School District: | Stillwater |
| Laundry Features: | In Basement, Electric Dryer Hookup, Lower Level, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup |
| Levels: | Four or More Level Split |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-08-19 |
| Living Area Units: | Square Feet |
| Lot Features: | Tree Coverage - Medium |
| Lot Size Area: | 1.73 |
| Lot Size Dimensions: | 314x240 |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Amenities Unit: | Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Deck, Kitchen Window, Porch, Sauna, Sun Room, Tile Floors, Washer/Dryer Hookup |
| Assessment Pending: | No |
| Bath Description: | 3/4 Primary, Double Sink, Bathroom Ensuite, Private Primary, Main Floor 1/2 Bath, Shower Only, Upper Level 3/4 Bath, Upper Level Full Bath, Jetted Tub |
| Dining Room Description: | Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Eat In Kitchen, Living/Dining Room, Separate/Formal Dining Room |
| DPResource: | Yes |
| Foreclosure Status: | No |
| Fractional Ownership Yn: | No |
| Fuel: | Natural Gas |
| Garage Square Feet: | 1688 |
| Lender Owned: | No |
| Manufactured Home: | N |
| Potential Short Sale: | No |
| Yearly/Seasonal: | Yearly |
| School District Number: | 834 |
| School District Phone: | 6513518301 |
| Special Search: | 3 BR on One Level, Primary Bdr Suite |
| Tax With Assessments: | $5,396 |
| Other Structures: | Garage(s), Greenhouse, Workshop, Storage Shed |
| Parcel Number: | 1602921220027 |
| Parking Features: | Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Concrete, Electric, Floor Drain, Finished Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Multiple Garages, RV Access/Parking, Storage, Tuckunder Garage |
| Postal City: | Lake Elmo |
| Public Survey Range: | 21 |
| Public Survey Section: | 16 |
| Public Survey Township: | 29 |
| Road Frontage Type: | City Street, Curbs, Paved Streets, Storm Sewer |
| Roof: | Age 8 Years or Less, Architectural Shingle, Asphalt |
| Sewer: | Septic System Compliant - Yes |
| State Or Province: | MN |
| Tax Year: | 2026 |
| Water Source: | City Water/Connected, Well |
| Zoning Description: | Residential-Single Family |
| Township: | Lake Elmo |
| Above Grade Sq Ft Total: | 2381 |
| Below Grade Sq Ft Total: | 756 |
| Main Level Finished Area: | 1168 |
| Patio Porch Type: | Deck, Enclosed, Porch, Rear Porch |
| Total Area: | 3,137 |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Exterior Features: | Vinyl |
| Foundation Details: | Block |
| School District Full Name: | 834 - Stillwater |
| Pending Timestamp: | 2026-09-05 |
| For Sale Or Lease: | For Sale |
| Single Family Sub Type: | Acreage |
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