Charming Fixer-Upper with Huge Upside – Perfect for Investors or DIY Buyers!
Bring your vision and unlock the full potential of this classic mid-century home. Set on a mature, tree-shaded lot with plenty of privacy, this property is ideal for investors, rehabbers, or anyone looking for a value-add opportunity only a short walk away from Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus, restaurants, city parks, and grocery shopping.
Inside, you’ll find a spacious layout with three upper-level bedrooms and flexible living areas that can easily be reconfigured or updated to suit modern tastes. Several rooms feature original walnut paneling and original MC tiles, offering character and warmth that can be restored or redesigned. Large windows provide natural light throughout, and the practical room sizes give you a strong starting footprint to work with rather than having to add on.
The kitchen and baths are ready for a full cosmetic overhaul—perfect for buyers who want to choose their own finishes, layouts, and upgrades. There’s also a utility/laundry area and multiple storage nooks, making it easy to rework the floor plan for added functionality or even potential rental configurations (buyer to verify).
Outside, a space full of mature trees and existing patio create an excellent foundation for outdoor lounging.
This is not a quick cosmetic flip—it’s a true fixer with great bones, ready for a full refresh. Whether you’re an investor seeking your next project or a homeowner wanting to build equity with sweat, this property offers:
- Solid structure and established neighborhood setting.
- Flexible interior layout ready for redesign.
- All your needs within walking distance.
- Excellent opportunity to add value through renovation.
If you’re looking for a project with upside instead of paying top dollar for someone else’s finishes, this is the one to see.
Active
$259,000
956 14th Ave SW, Rochester, MN 55902
3beds
1,930sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
0.27 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$134/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Existing patioOriginal walnut panelingOriginal mc tilesMultiple storage nooksPractical room sizesThree upper-level bedroomsSpacious layout
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 15 hours ago
Listed by:
Adam Howell 507-990-3433,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7008340
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x11
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x12
Family room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x24
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x12
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x19
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x20
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Egress Window(s),Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,930
- Total interior livable area: 1,930 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 864
- Finished area below ground: 1,066
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Concrete
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Dimensions (12x24)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 110 x 107 x 110 x 106
- Features: Near Public Transit, Tree Coverage - Heavy, Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Foundation area: 1152
- Parcel number: 640341003607
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, Power Company: Rochester Public Utilities
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: College View
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rochester
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $134/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $311,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,418
- Date on market: 1/16/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | Listing removed | $1,950$1/sqft |
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| 12/18/2025 | Price change | $1,950-2.5%$1/sqft |
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| 11/22/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Sold | $206,000-17.6%$107/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6716774 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2025 | Pending sale | $250,000$130/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,380 | $311,400 +16.8% |
| 2023 | -- | $266,600 +23.5% |
| 2022 | $2,624 +21.1% | $215,800 +14.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,564/mo
Principal & interest
$1240
Property taxes
$233
Home insurance
$91
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Folwell
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Folwell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Mayo Senior High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 2 mi
- 5/10John Adams Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Folwell
- Middle: John Adams
- 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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