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309 3rd Ave SW, Austin, MN, 55912

5beds
2baths
2,592sqft
$179,000
$69price/sqft
$1,636/moest. monthly cost
$65,440/yrincome needed

About This Home

Opportunity and value meet in this centrally located duplex in the heart of Austin, Minnesota. This charming up-down style property offers flexible living or investment potential, ideal for both owner-occupants and portfolio-minded buyers. Each unit enjoys its own private entrance, creating a sense of separation and privacy. The exterior features recently painted wood siding, enhancing curb appeal while reflecting ongoing care and maintenance. The layout offers spacious interiors, natural light, and functional living areas, all within a classic duplex configuration. With its convenient proximity to downtown Austin, parks, schools, and local employers, this property is well-positioned for steady rental demand. Whether you're looking to live in one unit and rent the other, or fully lease both for income, this duplex delivers a smart mix of character, location, and long-term upside.

Getting Around

77
WalkingVery Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
90
BikeBiker's Paradise

Schools

2/10
Banfield Elementary SchoolGrades PK,1-41.0 mi
4/10
Ellis Middle SchoolGrades 7-81.3 mi
4/10
Austin Senior High SchoolGrades 9-120.3 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1892

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subType: Duplex Other

Interior

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 2

Features

  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,944

Heating

  • Heating features: Forced Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,592
  • Total interior livable area: 2,592 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 345750850
  • Foundation area: 972

Features

  • Levels: Two

Lot

  • Lot size: 5,227 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 5544

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Strong Wind
Tornado
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Hail

FEMA Declared Disasters in Mower County and Minnesota

Flood
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $905$10,860
Home Insurance *$175$2,100
Property Taxes $338$4,056
Electricity $218$2,623
Total$1,636$19,632
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$56,091/yr
40% on housing$49,080/yr
45% on housing$43,626/yr

Minnesota FAIR Plan Programs

Minnesota FAIR Plan

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WildfireWildfire
HailHail
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Current Policies
Residential: 4,160Commercial: 101
Total Premiums$4.54M
Total Exposure$457.44M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.9%
7.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.7%
2.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.7%
1.7%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$69This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 55912$108
Mower County$107

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 55912$129
Mower County$127

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-01-02Listed for sale$179,000
2025-06-02Listing removed$179,000
2024-11-11Listed for sale$179,000
2024-03-02Listing removed--
2023-01-04Listed for sale$179,000
2023-01-02Listing removed--
2022-06-24Listed for sale$179,000
2008-10-10Sold$24,000
2007-11-02Sold$78,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMike Wilen
BrokerageColdwell Banker Realty - Lakes

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