Built in 2023 by a highly regarded local builder, this expansive Rochester residence offers over 4,100 finished square feet on a rare lot exceeding half an acre. With 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, the home is thoughtfully designed for both everyday comfort and long-term flexibility, featuring 9-foot ceilings throughout and a natural gas fireplace that anchors the main living area.
The kitchen delivers both style and function with quartz countertops throughout, a generous 5’ x 10’ center island, and stainless steel appliances, creating an ideal space for entertaining and daily living. The primary bedroom suite is well-appointed with a spa-style ensuite, walk-in shower, and two walk-in closets, offering a refined yet practical layout.
The fully finished lower level adds substantial versatility, complete with a large family room well suited for a theatre or media space, along with two additional bedrooms and a bathroom, making it ideal for guests, extended family, or multi-generational living. A heated, oversized 3-car garage (836 sq ft) further enhances functionality with ample room for vehicles, storage, and workspace.
Set apart by its outdoor setting, the property features a private, aerated pond stocked with fish, providing a serene backdrop seldom found within city limits. Combining modern construction, generous living space, and a unique natural setting, this home represents a rare opportunity in today’s Rochester market.
Active
$899,900
1017 Chester Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904
7beds
4,163sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2023
0.57 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Unique natural settingStainless steel appliancesQuartz countertops throughoutWalk-in showerTwo walk-in closets
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 03, 2026 at 09:30am
Listed by:
Adam Cole 507-421-1732,
Counselor Realty of Rochester
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7017732
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Description: 3/4 Primary,Full Basement,Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Upper Level 3/4 Bath,Upper Level Full Bath,Walk-In Shower Stall
Dining room
- Description: Kitchen/Dining Room,Living/Dining Room
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Air-To-Air Exchanger, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Basement: Finished,Concrete,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,163
- Total interior livable area: 4,163 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,926
- Finished area below ground: 1,200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Floor Drain, Heated Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
- Dimensions: 116 x 191
Details
- Foundation area: 1237
- Parcel number: 631112087812
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer - In Street
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Village Of Chester
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rochester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $5,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,816
- Date on market: 2/6/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$4,084/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,900$216/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7017732 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $62 | $5,000 |
| 2021 | $62 -3.1% | $5,000 |
| 2020 | $64 +23.1% | $5,000 |
| 2019 | $52 | $5,000 |
| 2017 | $52 -51.9% | $5,000 |
| 2016 | $108 | $5,000 +25% |
| 2015 | $108 +134.8% | $4,000 |
| 2014 | $46 -47.7% | $4,000 -21.6% |
| 2012 | $88 | $5,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $5,100 |
| 2010 | $52 | $5,100 |
| 2008 | $52 | $5,100 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$5,015/mo
Principal & interest
$4205
Property taxes
$810
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 55904
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Riverside Central Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.5 mi
- 8/10Century Senior High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 5 mi
- 4/10Kellogg Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Riverside Central
- Middle: Kellogg
- High: Mayo
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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