Historic Charm With Modern Comforts.
Steeped in history, this one-of-a-kind property offers a rare opportunity to own one of the earliest settler homes in Fillmore County, originally built in the 1860s. The home's original hand-hewn logs are proudly displayed inside, showcasing its timeless character. Thoughtfully updated, the space now features a modern kitchen and a full bath complete with a classic clawfoot tub—blending vintage charm with everyday comfort. The attached garage provides versatile space in addition to your car for bikes, canoes,& fishing gear. Step outside and enjoy the peaceful yard surrounded by mature trees and natural beauty. Ideally located just a half mile from the Root River State Trail and only a few miles from The Old Barn Resort, you’ll have easy access to dining, recreation, and scenic river adventures. Both Lanesboro and Preston are nearby, offering shopping, dining, and all the essentials for day-to-day living in this beautiful corner of Southeast Minnesota.
Closed
$140,000
25205 County Road 17, Preston, MN 55965
2beds
1,536sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1860
2.5 Acres Lot
$140,000 Zestimate®
$91/sqft
$-- Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 15, 2025 at 03:12pm
Listed by:
Roxanne Johnson 507-458-6110,
RE/MAX Select Properties
Bought with:
Jeff Brogle
Bluff Country Properties,LLC.
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6739220

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Radiant
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,536
- Total interior livable area: 1,536 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,152
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Asphalt
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Dimensions (16 x 24)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Other
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 2.50 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Foundation area: 768
- Parcel number: 180120020
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Frame, Log
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Age of Property: 165
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1860
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Electric, Propane
- Sewer: Septic System Compliant - No
- Water: Private, Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Preston
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No