Listing Details
Charming French Country home set in Wayzata's coveted Bluff neighborhood, offering unmatched walkability just two blocks from Lake Minnetonka, Lake Street, the Panoway boardwalk, downtown shops and restaurants. Elevated on a corner lot, with mature trees and meticulously landscaped gardens, this architecturally significant home blends timeless elegance with modern comforts. Designed by architect Carl Gage and originally built in 1937, this award-winning residence, recognized with the City of Wayzata's Best Historical Restoration Award in 2012, offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an oversized two-car garage. Step inside to find French-style paned windows, arched entryways, original plaster walls, cove molding, slate foyer, built-in window seats and storage cabinets, and gleaming hardwood floors. The remodeled kitchen offers heated porcelain tile flooring, Corian countertops, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a gas cooktop, and stainless-steel appliances. The main level also includes a sunroom, formal dining, powder bath, living room with a gas fireplace, and a spacious family room addition. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and two beautifully renovated bathrooms, both with heated floors and period-style finishes. The lower level includes a home office, cedar closet, laundry, storage, and an oversized heated 2-car garage with epoxy flooring and floor drain. Exterior highlights include a private New Orleans-inspired courtyard with iron details and copper fence sheathing, lush perennial gardens, irrigation with Smart Controller, dedicated drip lines, stamped concrete driveway, and backyard terrace with pergola, swing, and original 1937 garden shed. A rare opportunity to own a truly special home in one of Wayzata's most coveted locations.
County: Hennepin
Latitude: 44.972383
Longitude: -93.514271
Subdivision/Development: Wayzata
Directions: Hwy 12 to Superior Blvd, West on Main Street to Minnetonka Ave, North on Minnetonka Ave to home on left side after Rice Street. Home on corner of Minnetonka Ave and Rice Street.
3/4 Baths: 1
Number of Full Bathrooms: 1
1/2 Baths: 1
Other Bathrooms Description: Main Floor 1/2 Bath, Upper Level 3/4 Bath, Upper Level Full Bath, Walk-In Shower Stall
Has Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Description: Separate/Formal Dining Room
Living Room Dimensions: 13 X 20
Kitchen Dimensions: 17 X 9
Bedroom 1 Dimensions: 13 X 18
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 16 X 11
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 10 X 12
Has Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Description: Gas, Living Room
Heating: Forced Air, Radiant Floor
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater, Water Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Basement Description: Partially Finished, Storage Space
Has Basement: Yes
Total Number of Units: 0
Accessibility: None
Stories: Two
Construction: Brick/Stone, Stucco
Roof: Age Over 8 Years, Asphalt, Flat, Rubber, Slate
Water Source: City Water/Connected
Septic or Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Water: City Water/Connected
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Concrete, Floor Drain, Finished Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Storage, Tuckunder Garage
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Fencing: None
Other Structures: Storage Shed
Lot Description: Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Corner Lot, Many Trees
Lot Size in Acres: 0.25
Lot Size in Sq. Ft.: 10,890
Lot Dimensions: 66 X 167 X 66 X 167
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Road Frontage: City Street, Paved Streets
Water Body: Minnetonka
Waterfront Description: Lake View
High School District: Wayzata
School District Phone: 763-745-5000
Property Type: SFR
Property SubType: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1937
Status: Active
Unit Features: Ceiling Fan(s), French Doors, Hardwood Floors, Kitchen Window, Patio, Paneled Doors, In-Ground Sprinkler, Sun Room, Tile Floors, Washer/Dryer Hookup
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Amount (Annual): $10,480
