February 2014 Real Estate Guide by Home Magazine Online

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REALTOR SPOTLIGHT

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INDEX

REAL ESTATE COMPANIES Weichert Christa Wolner............19 REALTORS LOTS - CONTRACTORS American Way Realty..........34, 35

Angie VanEman...............32, 33 Assist to Sell..............................16 C21 Atwood Realty....................25 Deb Atwood...........................37 C21 Lake Region Realty............22 C21 Landmark Realtors............13 Choice Realty............................12 Coldwell Banker– Welcome Home Realty....20, 21 Hiniker Realty, Inc......................16 Homestead Realty.....................15 JBeal Real Estate Group.11, 38, 39 Midwest Realty....................26, 27 Pell Real Estate.........................18 Real Living Home to Home........14 REMAX/Area Experts..............4, 5 REMAX/Dynamic Agents...........23 Carlos Carrera.........................6 Jen True.........................8, 9, 12 Kim Waletich..........................36 Mary Ann Donahue...............28 Rebecca Thate........................7 Realty Executives Dar Vosburg.29

Hiniker Homes...........................17

INSPECTIONS - LEGAL INSURANCE

Lamm, Nelson & Cich................24

BANKS - FINANCING MORTGAGE COMPANIES

A.M.E.C.......................................2 Bremer Bank..............................37 Community Bank.......................28 First National Bank....................31 MinnStar Bank...........................33 MN Valley Federal Credit Union.22 Northern Star Bank...................16 NorthStar Mortgage...................40 Pioneer Bank.............................18 Prime Lending...........................14 Wells Fargo................................10 Wells Federal.............................30

MISC. REALTY SERVICES

Independent Paint & Flooring....12 Kato Moving & Storage..............24 St. Andrews Title Exchange, Inc.11

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FEATURED LISTINGS REDU

,9 $359

CED

,9 $239

59072 199th St • Mankato, MN

2338 Rolling Green Lane • Mankato, MN

Custom built home located on 11+ acres, within close proximity to the greater Mankato city limits. Main floor features 3 BR’s, full bath, step down to living room with lovely Kasota stone see-thru fireplace, dining/great room has vaulted beamed ceiling, wood floor, and patio doors to deck. Spacious open kitchen has a breakfast bar with lots of counter space and cabinetry. Mudroom laundry and 1/2 bath adjacent to garage entrance. Basement has two more BR’s, 3/4 bath, family room with brick faced fireplace and walkout to patio. A game room, and large utility/storage room with workshop completes the inside amenities & outside 25 x 45 ft. metal pole shed.

Great 4 BR/3BA home in upper North Mankato. Master bedroom features a walk-in closet and

Call Bonnie Arnold @ 507-345-7906

Call Gene Lancaster @ 507-469-9515

C DU

D L O S

59072 199th St. Mankato, MN $359,900 #7004303

220 Mary Lane Mankato, MN $89,500 #7003891

private Master Bath. Upgrades include granite countertops, tile floors, upgraded lighting package, and so much more. The lower level family room features walk-out doors that open onto a 12 X 14 patio. The 3 stall garage is finished and heated. This home is available for quick possession. Priced to move.

D L O S 700 Agency Trail #301 Mankato, MN $49,900 #7003676

NT N! INGEFFER I O

LOT

740 Bennett St. North Mankato, MN $129,900 #7002914 T

1600 Victory Dr. Mankato, MN $655,000 #131341

T CON

201 W South St. Janesville, MN $17,900 #7002499 K RUC

1256 1st Ave. Gibbon, MN $59,900 #7003998

WAS

501 11th St. Austin, MN $3,100,000 #7002401

118 W 8th St. West Mankato, MN $134,900 #7003251

1009 Range St North Mankato, MN $115,900 #7001789

LOT

400 N West St. Janesville, MN $39,500 #131366

2338 Rolling Green Ln. Mankato, MN $239,900 #7004332

www.areaexpertsonline.com Each office independently owned and operated

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$228,500 / Mankato Hilltop 101 Peridot Ct. Best Price in New Construction! • Master bath • 3 bed on same level • Daylight windows in basement • Finished 3 car garge,

TBD - 5th Ave. Zoned R-3, Multi-Family Lots, Walk-Out, Two Left

221 Greenwood Ave. Hector, MN

• 28 Sites • New streets & pads • 10% Cap

401 E Elm St. Janesville, MN

• 31 Sites • 3.5 +/- Acres • 10% Cap

$499,900

$1,000,500 Mankato & St. Peter, MN

Dynamic Agents

Each Office Independentyl Owned and Operated

408 Silver St. Lake Crystal, MN

• 87 Sites • 16 +/- Acres • 10% Cap

DIRECT: CELL: EMAIL: WEB:

$24,900

COMMERICAL SITE

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INDOOR / OUTDOOR

TBD Knights Ln Lake Crystal, MN

2006 3rd Ave Mankato, Mn

901 Broadway St. Cleveland, MN

• 11 +/- Acres • High Visibility • To be surveyed

$1,550,000

Lots Starting @

$29,900

MLS #7001553

MOBILE HOME COMMUNITIES

Move your modular or manufacture here, and never pay lot rent ever again.

$699,900

507.385.2107 507.720.4663 wesellmankato@gmail.com buymankatorealestate.com

STORAGE

• 1.25 +/- Acres • Motivated Sellers • Will build to suit • Offers are welcomed

$99,900

$44,900

Carlos Carrera REALTOR®

507-387-7953

1400 MADISON AVE., SUITE 610, P.O. BOX 4423, MANKATO, MN 56001

FAX 507-387-4775 • email: homemag@homemagonline.com

www.homemagonline.com

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NEW 524 N. Broad Street $119,900 4 BR, 2 BA home. Orig. hardwood floors, high ceilings, lg. kitchen. Open staircase, leaded glass windows, impressive storage. Drive through garage, fenced yard. $119,900 #7004267

REDUCED

217 State Street Beautiful brick home with 3 BR, 1.5 BA with double gar, deck, nice lot. New windows, roof & furnace. Beautiful hardwood floors, turnkey and move in ready. $119,900

318 Fulton Street 4 bedroom home with deck, MF laundry, newer windows, many mechanical updates, ready to move into. $94,900

PENDING NEW PRICE $159,900 4 BR, 3 BA, 4 stall insulated gar. Formal & informal dining, 2 living spaces, beautiful hardwood flooring. $159,900 #7000696

REDUCED

SOLD

100 Cedar St. #306 2 BR, deck, ravine, move in ready, heated garage, efficient & low main. living near MSU with rental license. $87,700 #7002178

NEW

SOLD

817 N 5th Street 3 BR, open floor plan, fenced in yard, double garage, high ceilings, basement offers future living area. $102,000 #7001263

Open & Modern 5 BR, 3 BA, office, 3 car gar., MF master suite, fin. basement, 9’ ceilings, gas FP, deck & patio, hot tub, Quality! $254,900 #7002963

REDUCED

234 Clover Lane 4 BR, 2 BA rambler w/hardwood floors, lg. kitchen, ample closet & storage space. Walkout basement w/large MBR & sitting area.$159,900 #7004209

SOLD

NEW PRICE $142,000 With character & updates, this 3 BR home offers a lg. kit. & room sizes, MF laundry & a finished basement. $142,000 #7002641

SOLD

Impressive & Updated Updated 3 BR ranch style home w/att. gar & stunning patio. Fenced bkyd., open floor plan, modern feel. $149,900 #7002977

NEW PRICE

207 Shaubut Like new home on ravine lot, ample natureal light, open floor plan, 3 BR, large full BA. New appliances, many more extras $129,000 www.RebeccaR.Biz

117 Celestine Circle Curb appeal! Lg. 4 BR rambler w/3 BR on the MF. Bright kit w/great works pac, formal & informal dining areas. Office/ den on MF, as well as large sun room. $269,900 #7004105

www.RebeccaR.Biz

Walkout Basement 4 BR, 3 BA, walkout twin home. Lg MF master suite, open stairway, gas FP, composite deck, New CA. $249,900 #7003045 www.RebeccaR.Biz

DRASTIC PRICE CUT TO $99,000 Lg. 5 BR, deck, garage & lg. poured concrete shop w/ OH doors, htd. floors, lg. lot w/ trees & space. $130,000 #7002676

• Competitive Compensation • Aggressive Marketing • Call for Results 507-385-2121

www.RebeccaR.Biz

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Brad J Brozik Office: 507-387-9225 Cell: 507-514-0408 bradley.brozik@wellsfargo.com NMLSR ID 402019

Kim M Weise Office: 507-387-9382 Cell: 507-340-5558 kim.weise@wellsfargo.com NMLSR ID 400945

Chris Mihm Office: 507-344-3409 Cell: 507-382-2312 chris.mihm@wellsfargo.com NMLSR ID 422562

Andy Nessler Office: 507-387-9205 Cell: 507-340-9199 andy.nessler@wellsfargo.com NMLSR ID 453298

Kris Kall Office: 507-387-9236 Cell: 507-382-8142 kristy.a.kall@wellsfargo.com NMLSR ID 400346

Daniel Sprague Office: 507-387-9386 Cell: 507-380-2718 daniel.j.sprague@wellsfargo.com NMLSR ID 833080

Jeffrey Lee Maurer Office: 507-387-9265 Cell: 507-420-9977 jeff.maurer@wellsfargo.com NMLSR ID 406187

Ryan Greene Office: 507-387-9264 Cell: 507-514-1104 ryan.w.greene2@wellsfargo.com NMLSR ID 763148

507-387-9243 1-800-720-9243

www.wfhm.com/mn-mankatobranch-mankato Information is accurate as of date of printing and is subject to change without notice. Wells Fargo Home Mortgage is a division of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. © 2012 Wells Fargo Bank, N.A .All rights reserved. NMLSR ID 399801 AS1012708 Expires 4/2014

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With over 40 years experience in real estate transactions, Howard and Connie strive to provide clients with excellent customer service, expert knowledge, and accurate, efficient, and cost-effective title solutions combined with competitive closing costs.

* Agent for the Old Republic National Title Insurance Co * Qualified Intermediary for §1031 exchanges

300 Saint Andrews Drive / Suite 210 / Mankato, MN 56001 Connie Froehlich Title Agent/Closer

Located in Community Bank Building

507.385.4463 & 507.385.4459

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THERESA KOPISCHKE

Broker 507-340-5300

502 Range St., North Mankato

www.choicerealtyinc.com choicere@hickorytech.net

507-345-3090

IN PEND

2 LEVEL TOWNHOME, 3 BR, 2 BA with DA garage located on Mankato Hilltop. CA, includes all appliances. Only 10 yrs. old. Personal residence or investment. Has current rental license. Only $111,900. Call on MLS #7001962.

ravine lot! 3 BR, 1.5 BA.

1300 sf available.

downtown

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RESIDENTIAL LISTINGS

PENDING

1676 Madison Ave. For Sale or Lease 2,520 sf retail condo. $275,000.

61383 211th Lane, Eagle Lake $247,900 12.31 acre Hobby Farm less than 15 min. to Mankato! 4 BR, 2 story, 1-1/2 BA, 2+ detached garage, plus a couple smaller outbuildings.

So MN For Sale Convenience store/ gas station. Business & Real Estate.

110 Bunting Lane, $69,900 Excellent investment opportunity! 2 BR, 2 BA condo within walking distance to MSU. Many recent updates. $185/mo. Association Fee.

REDUCED

1215 N. Riverfront Dr. SALE $499,900 Highly visible 7000 SF showroom/ warehouse that contains a unique 3000 SF residence.

1051 Madison Avenue $916/mo 1 Space remaining with approx. 1100 SF. $10/SF/YR + utilities. 3 offices plus reception area & BA.

921 Madison Ave., Mankato New building being built with space available from 2,681 - 6,000 S.F. Located on the busiest road in Mankato with over 20,000 cars daily. It is also near the hospital.

2500 9th Avenue, Mankato 1300 S.F. office space in the heart of Mankato’s main industrial sector. Close proximity to US Hwy. 14 interchange. Gross leave for $1300/mo.

MaryJo Mickelson Sales Mgr./Realtor 507-351-3250

Tamara Mulligan Broker Associate 507-380-4511

422 Belgrade Avenue $1,410/mo Brand New architecturally designed building on Belgrade in lower North Mankato with retail and office space.

120 LaCosta Court, $274,900 Walkout 2 story with 3 BR, 2-1/2 BA, triple attd garage & 3 tier deck that overlooks a pond. Master suite offers private full master BA & two walk-in closets.

2009 Valley View Dr. North Mankato $189,900 3 BR split level with quick possession available. Sellers are motivated! Move-in Ready!

Barb Conley Realtor 507-388-5177

LaSalle Building Two spaces avail. for lease. One is 800 sf office & the other a 900 sf office/retail plus 425 sf bsmnt storage. $12/sf/yr gross lease + utilities

1639 Nottingham Dr., North Mankato $178,100 Employment relocation puts this house on the market! 4 BR, 2 full BA, 3 season porch, 2 level deck and a fenced back yard. Not a foreclosure! Immediate possession!

57716 185th St. $149,000 Country living only minutes from Mankato! 4 BR house with 2.9 acres. Room to build on the site.

Barb Larson Realtor 507-340-5699

505 N. Riverfront Drive $1,250/mo 1500 SF of office/retail. Parking in rear, full basement, high visibility glass corner in space, tin ceiling.

434 N 6th St. $159,900 Investment property with good income history! Rented for $1,850/mo. for 2014. Licensed for 5 unrelated. Addtional lot for sale next to property.

230 Wheeler Ave. $99,000 Duplex in lower North. Both units are 1 BR/1 BA. Live in one & pay the mortgage with the rent from the other!

Madison Avenue: Single tenant 15 year lease at a 7.8% cap rate in year 1 rising to a 10.3% cap rate in year 15.

1732 E. Main Street, Mankato $124,000 4 BR, 2 BA with dbl detached garage and nice yard. All new windows in 2010, refinished hrdwd flrs., new cement patio (15x20), remodeled mn. level BA in 2009, and more!

Molly Schroeder Realtor 507-461-1295

COMING SOON!! 10 acres, 3 miles north of North Mankato! 3 BR rambler.

Marlene Barnes Realtor 507-340-1053

507-345-1599 931 Madison Ave., Ste. 200 Mankato, MN 56001

Jon Kietzer Broker/Owner 507-381-1773

Zach Alms Realtor 507-381-9123

Shawna Wolfe Realtor 507-420-1877

EQUAL HOUSING

OPPORTUNITY

www.C21LandmarkRealtors.com

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Mortgages Without Obstacles Chad Borgmeier Production Manager 507.345.1330 NMLS#402017

Beginning Jan. 2014 we will be offering a monthly informational seminar, open-house-style, in the Madison East Mall conference room. First Tuesday of each month from 9am-noon.

CALL US TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT AND FOR MORE DETAILS.

Krista Thomsen Loan Officer 507.345.1333 NMLS#1004324

1400 Madison Ave. Suite 616 • Mankato PrimeLending, a PlainsCapital Company (NMLS: 13649) is a wholly owned subsidiary of a state-chartered bank and is an exempt lender in MN. V070213. All loans subject to credit approval. Rates and fees subject to change. Mortgage nancing provided by PrimeLending, a PlainsCapital Company. Equal Housing Lender. (c) 2013 PrimeLending, a PlainsCapital Company.

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HINIKER REALTY, INC. 23059 N. Riverfront Drive, Mankato

Kim Hiniker khiniker@aol.com

Jim Pfau, GRI 340-1696

jpfaujr@hickorytech.net

700 Agency Trail, Mankato • $74,900 Willow Brook is a 52 unit cooperative for adults 55 above. WB features quality construction with one level oor plans keeping the needs of the senior in mind. Affordable alternative to home ownership with secured equity growth, community lifestyle and freedom from home maintenance. View of pond, kitchen island, raised panel cabinets, all appliances, hardwood ooring, upgraded closet, undercabinet lighting, hot tub, sauna, exercise room, library, fellowship room, guest suite, replaces, craft room. MLS#7003231

507-625-4303

www.hinikerrealty.com

Have you been thinking about buying a hom e or refinancing your current m ortgage? NO W is the tim e to do it!

Judy H ayes

507-344-3504

judy.hayes@ northernstarbank.com

C allJudy today to secure a rate you can sm ile about! Member

1650 M adison A ve., M ankato, M N

507-387-BA N K (2265)

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Pioneer Bank

Mortgage Services

Jennifer Wiens

jwiens@bankwithpioneer.com 507-380-4931 | NMLS# 801416

Samantha Paris

sparis@bankwithpioneer.com 507-621-8073 | NMLS# 979978

Christi Reed

creed@bankwithpioneer.com 507-621-8693 | NMLS# 798453

Purchase Refinance Home Improvement Home Equity

Alissa Brekke

abrekke@bankwithpioneer.com 507-381-8517 | NMLS# 461401

Exceeding Expectations. www.bankwithpioneer.com

Elmore 507-943-3131

Lewisville 507-435-2451

Madelia Mankato Mapleton 507-642-3251 507-345-7069 507-524-3630 Lake Crystal Loan Production Office 507-726-6475

North Mankato 507-625-3268

St. James 507-375-3201

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507-267-4779 Lake Region Realty, Inc.

MADISON LAKE

Sharp 2 BR, 2 BA home ready to enjoy. Completely updated in 2009, main floor laundry, unfinished basement & more!. Just $99,000 #14002

www.c21-lake.com

• Lakeshore Homes & Cabins • Residential & Rural Properties • Building Sites & More • Southern MN Lakes Area

Located at East Hwy. 60 in Elysian

LAKE JEFFERSON

Extra sharp 2+ BR cabin w/lg deck, screened porch & level beach area . Some furnishings included. $139,900 Contract for Deed possible. #130238

Sharp 2 BR, 4 season cottage or home w/screened porch. New siding & windows, new flooring, newer roof & updated kitchen. Come enjoy! $184,000 #7002993

LAKE TETONKA

LAKE JEFFERSON

between Lake Francis & Lake Elysian.

LAKE TETONKA

Immaculate 2 BR, 2 BA lakefront condo. W/2 db! garages. Maple floors & cabinets, center island, lots of storage & more. $244,000 #7000548

PRICE REDUCED

MANKATO

Charming 2 BR home on quiet cul-de-sac street near MSU. Offers hardwood floors, newer roof & furnace. Finished upper level for extra room. $127,500 #7003652

LE CENTER TOWN HOME

Immaculate 2 BR, 2 BA one-level home. Gorgeous kitchen, private patio, dbl garage, lots of storage. $149,900 #129872

2 BR, 4 season cottage on the south shore. Open floor Adorable and just like-new 4 season cottage with private plan, larger bedrooms and city water and sewer, guest cabin, large deck and spacious, level area $167,500 #7003598 for entertaining. $219,900 #7003665

REED’S LAKE

Super cute summer cabin on level south shore lot at spring-fed Reed’s Lake. Open floor plan, excellent condition. $199,000 #7004018

LAKE TETONKA

Immaculate 2 BR, 4 season cottage. Nearly level lot. New siding, windows, roof, & stamped concrete patio. $209,000 #7003926

LAKE TETONKA

Spacious 2+ BR home w/walk-out basement, att garage, boat house & spacious lot w/gentle slope to lake & 185’ level lakeshore. $329,500 #131843

GERMAN LAKE

Custom 4 BR, 4 BA home w/over 4800 sq. ft. living space, lots of extras, nearly level lot w/190’ sandy lakeshore, boat house, 4 car garage and MUCH more. $765,000 #7001288

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Kato Moving & Storage Over 120 Years of Service

We Can HanDLe aLL YoUr Moving neeDS Local and long distance, climate controlled warehouse or self-storage units

417 PoPlar Street Downtown Mankato

388-9329 1-800-228-8583

LAMM, NELSON & CICH A ttorneys at L aw A gents for First A m erican Title Insurance Com pany* * L argest Title Com pany in th e U .S. * W e are th eir largest outstate agency.

O ur office closes h und red s of realestate transactions every year. O ur experience offers you excellent service and w e strive to k eep closing costs low and com petitive. W e invite you to calland com pare closing costs or ask your real estate professionalfor m ore inform ation.

David P. Lamm • Richard C. Nelson • Joel A. Cich

151 St. Andrews Ct., Ste 1310, Mankato • Phone 507-345-4607

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Locally Owned, Globally Connected

www.AtwoodRealty.com

Trent VanOrt Sales Associate®

IN PEND

(320) 221-2245

Trent VanOrt Sales Associate®

(320) 221-2245

www.AtwoodRealty.com

505 Broadway • Cleveland, MN

1112 W. Menk Drive • St. Peter, MN

1026 N 7th Street • Mankato, MN

This rambler is full of updates! Newer windows, concrete Charming rambler with a front porch! This 4 BR, 2 BA countertops, freshly painted interior, Nice deck and large home has beautiful nishes from ooring to stainless yard. $124,500 #7004300 appliances. $174,500 #7004258

Dan Baker Sales Associate®

2 BR move-in ready home with newer windows, vinyl siding and freshly painted interior. Extra deep heated garage. $79,000 #7003975

Cheryl Lustig Sales Associate®

Dan Baker Sales Associate®

(507) 382-6000

(507) 317-5389

(507) 382-6000

www.AtwoodRealty.com

216 W. Pearl St. • Amboy, MN

108 Cody Ct • Mankato, MN

1011 Carney Ave. • W. Mankato, MN

Great starter home, new windows, siding, furnance, and Beautiful 5 BR rambler located on a ravine lot! Features Well maintained 4 BR 3 BA home has a sunny lot, 3 water heater. Main offers master bedroom and laundry. include coved ceiling, cherry cabinets and granite replaces, oversized double garage, vintage character 2nd oor bedroom updated. $54,900 countertops. Walkout basement. $507,000 #7004299 and unique oor plan. $163,900 #7004155

NEW PRICE

NO SHOVELING Ellen Grohot Sales Associate®

Ellen Grohot Sales Associate®

Cheryl Lustig Sales Associate®

(507) 340-3900

(507) 317-5389

www.AtwoodRealty.com

214 Plainview Ave. • Mankato, MN

204 Maverick Drive • Mankato, MN

256 Quail Path • Mankato, MN

Open and vaulted oor plan! Large kitchen with stainless Great 3+BR rambler with open oor plan, laminate wood steel appliances. Walk through bath to master bedroom. oors, full nished basement, tree covered lot and double Deck, patio and fenced in back yard. Walkout lower level. garage with bonus workshop attached. $159,900 #7004256 Wired for home theater projector. $185,500 #7004171

Jeff Kaul Broker

110 Foxborough Ct. • Eagle Lake, MN

Beautiful 3400+ sq ft 5 BR, 3 BA Ranch with nished 3 car garage on Cul-de-sac. $299,900 #7003036

(507) 381-1133

www.AtwoodRealty.com

19 Fox Trail • N. Mankato, MN

104 LeRay Ave. • Eagle Lake, MN

Fantastic 4 BR split level with 3 car garage. Open One owner home with triple garage complete w/super concept oor plan. Move-in condition. $219,900 work shop, Maint. free siding & deck, 2 extra lots zoned #7004089 R3. $199,000 #7003392

Adele Jacobs Sales Associate®

1680 Howard Drive • N. Mankato, MN

No exterior maintenance with this cozy well maintained condo in Upper North Kato! You can’t beat rent for what your payment would be here! $65,900 #132056

(507) 469-8527

www.AtwoodRealty.com

Neona Peterson Sales Associate®

(507) 382-7744

(507) 469-8527

www.AtwoodRealty.com

Adele Jacobs Sales Associate®

Jeff Kaul Broker

(507) 381-1133

www.AtwoodRealty.com

Convenient one level living minutes to hospital and shopping! Vaulted ceilings, new carpeting and paint, stainless appliances, patio, reasonable assoc. dues, and sprinkler system. $149,000 #7001552

www.AtwoodRealty.com

527 Mound Ave. • Mankato, MN

Great rambler with newer kitchen, two main oor bedrooms, full bath, and living room with wood oors. Partially nished lower level with gas replace in the cozy family room, bar area, large bedroom with egress, half bath, shower and laundry. Spacious treed back yard with paver block patio. $134,500 #7003044

(507) 382-7744

www.AtwoodRealty.com

420 Holly Lane • Mankato, MN

Single family or Good Investment?? This executive town home has 3 BR, 2 BA and is located on Mankato Hilltop close to shopping and restaurants. It has a large living and dining room with a corner gas replace and vaulted beamed ceilings. The open stairway leads to the upstairs bedrooms and full bath. Three garages. What a good value. $134,900 #7001359

Comprehensive, Professional Market Analysis and Flexible Commission Rates (507) 387-3131 | 209 S. Second St., Suite 200

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SPACIOUS 6-bedroom, 2-bath multi-level home in a convenient location to schools, shopping, etc. 3+ car garage (33x24’), oak woodwork, kitchen cabinetry & 6-panel doors. Many upgrades! Fully fenced yard + a storage shed. (8157-7003727) $229,900

1½ STORY, STUCCO HOME, Lower No. Mankato. Close to parks & easy access to the celebrations held each summer. 2 bedrooms, forced air heating w/central air. Single garage w/new overhead door. Concrete drive, famiy room & office in the basement. Includes appliances. Nice yard. (8167-7004218) $126,500

CLASSIC 3-STORY HOME: Original oak staircase, stained glass window, colonnades & hardwood floors. Dining room w/large shadow box window. Kitchen: ceramic tile floors, large counter for seating. Office on main floor, too! 3 large bedrooms & bath on 2nd floor. Walk-up attic. Bsmt rec room, bathroom, laundry. Insulated/heated garage w/storage above. Newer furnace, central air, water heater, windows/siding. Corner lot, patio, gazebo & storage shed. (81097002069) $139,900

PATIO TOWN HOME: 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Energy efficient (heat budget $25!) Large living room/dining room; eat-in kitchen, spacious bedrooms w/walk-in closets. Landscaped; 22x28 garage. 10x12 patio. Handicap friendly. Seller is related to agent. Own your own land: “Have a flower garden.” No association fees, contract your choice for lawn & snow services. (7711-7001145) $159,900

IMMACULATE 3 bedroom home on .08 acre with lake access, Lake Washington. Large light & airy family room with 4 windows; 2 remote-start fireplaces & 2 nice-sized bathrooms. Walk-in closets. Double att. garage. 2.5 acres of shared property. 200’ of Lake Washington shared shore access. (8173-7004301) $239,500

NEW CONSTRUCTION! Ranch-style home on a private ravine lot: Spacious entry, custom oak cabinets. Master suite w/walk-in closet & private 3/4 bath. Steel siding. A stunning view, great privacy & mature trees. One-of-akind home. (8135-7003203) $289,900

3 BEDROOM, 1+1/2 BATH HOME, West Mankato. Full open basement w/shower. Beautiful oak hardwood floors on main. 2 bedrooms on main floor, 1 has double closets. Large bedroom up w/walk-in closet & half bath. (8163-7004029) $99,900

505 Long St. • Mankato

(507) 345-1121 1-800-767-7149 www.midwestrealtymankato.com

SPACE FOR LEASE: Up to 3,456 s.f. in the heart of Hilltop Mankato! 2 bays of 1,728 s.f. each, currently adjoined. Will subdivide. Selfcontained HVAC & metering. Storefront access & rear loading/unloading in alley. Excellent exposure & parking. Competitive lease rates in a high-traffic area. OFFICE SPACE: 320 s.f. & 307 s.f. Professional setting, excellent parking. Available immediately.

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BEAUTIFUL WEST MANKATO HOME: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Many updates: windows, electrical, roof/ insulation. Eat-in kitchen updated, too. Wonderful main floor family room. Formal dining room & gas fireplace in the living room. Patio to the rear. Nice landscaping. (8151-7003484) $169,900

BEAUTIFUL, SPACIOUS & LOVINGLY PRESERVED PERIOD HOME Lincoln Park Dist. 4 bedrooms, 2½ baths. Entry foyer, huge living & dining rooms, library built-in bookshelves. New refurbished BR floors! Elegant period woodworking & stained glass windows. 3 stall gar./carriage house w/ 2nd floor. (81217002414) $239,000

LOVELY YEAR-ROUND HOME on beautiful Lake Washington! Attached triple garage + a 20x22’ boat house. Two decks for enjoying the great view. Many updates: many new Andersen windows, new front door & exterior painted in 2013. Main floor has 2 bedrooms, office & laundry. Additional bedroom & 3/4 bath in basement. 6-panel oak doors. Lot has a gentle slope to the lake. (8158-7003752) $398,000

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CLASSIC 2-STORY IN ST. CLAIR: 3 bedrooms & full bath on 2nd floor; 4th bedroom would make a nice office. Built-in hutch in the dining room; pantry off the kitchen. Includes appliances. Beautiful wood floors. Unfinished basement & walk-up attic. Open front & rear porches. View of river & trees (8174-7004309) $94,900

A LOT OF HOME FOR THE MONEY! 3-4 bedroom ranch-style home in St. Clair. This property has many extras & is ready to move into today. Large kitchen w/all appliances included. 3 same-floor bedrooms + a possible 4th bedroom, laundry & ¾ bath in the basement. Basement is a walkout to the backyard & patio. Includes washer/dryer. 2-car garage; nicely landscaped yard. $135,000 (8164-7004117)

ONLY $133,000 for this 2-bedroom townhome, Mankato Hilltop. 1,200+ s.f., private backyard and includes all appliances. Sun porch, ideal for an office or den. Double garage. (8084-7001576)

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WEST MANKATO: 1+1/2 story with some updates in recent years. New shingles, 2008 & new furnace, 2004. Basement family room. Includes stove, dishwasher, microwave, washer, dryer & upstairs window air conditioner. (8172) $94,900

Tom Browne, CRS ......................420-3451

Meggy Becker ............................388-8469

Jim Norland ................................382-7843

Ryan Stroup ....................... 612-481-4096

Wayne Johnson, GRI .................387-3619

Bill Bickett ..................................317-2885

Dick Norland, CRS .....................420-7540

Stan Petersen, GRI ....................381-3957

Jeff F. Johnson ..........................381-1388

Jeff Brand ..................................380-0510

Cathy Iverson-Sieberg...............388-7935

Kathy Depuydt ..........................995-1843

Pam Showers .............................381-2436

COMMERCIAL BUILDING St. Peter: Store front w/high visibility on the main street. 3 BR apartment upstairs (1700 sf) Good rental history. Remodeled. $175,000 (C5418-7003603)

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105 Peridot Ct. Mankato 3 BR, 2 BA #7004296 $229,900

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112 Eagle Path Mankato #7004100 $199,900

1782 Leona Dr. No. Mankato #7004343 $359,900

2100 Fair St. Mankato #7004288 $195,900

905 Sherman St. North Mankato #7003703 $179,900

58385 Kirkwood Rd. Mankato #7003157 $177,700

24274 Geldners Lane Lake Jefferson #7004126 $177,500

2200 White Oak Dr. No. Mankato #7004167 $159,900

302 S. Oakland St. Lake Crystal #7003111 $147,700

814 Nicollet No. Mankato #7003811 $129,900

2322 Hoffman Path Mankato #7003129 $126,900

222 Center St. Mankato #7002998 $124,900

313 W 10th St. Mankato #7004247 $123,700

222 Floral Ave. Mankato #7004264 $122,500

115 Thayer Ave. Mankato #7003105 $122,000

422 W Watonwan St. Lake Crystal #7003116 $120,000

1211 N. 5th St. Mankato #7003213 $117,700

532 Mound Ave. Mankato #7003450 $114,900

507 E Plum St. Mankato #7003352 $114,900

505 Walnut Ave. Madison Lake #7003188 $109,900

442 No. 6th St. Mankato #7003164 $99,900

545 Mielke St. Good Thunder #7004055 $99,500

222 W Blue Earth St. Lake Crystal #7004128 $89,900

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424 Moreland Ave. Mankato #7003586 $189,900

26105 Island Road Cleveland #7002405 $79,850

233 Mayan Way Mankato #7003474 $75,000

700 Agency Trail Unit 318 D #7003805 $54,900

476th St. Elysian #7003393 $44,000

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109 Wickfield Drive #7002660 $183,750

433 Page Avenue #7004068 $174,500

Lake Crystal 511 E Humphrey St 5 BR, 2 BA #7004317 $199,900

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