5118 James Ave N, Minneapolis, MN, 55430
About This Home
Nestled on a quiet street in the desirable Shingle Creek neighborhood, this inviting home blends timeless character with thoughtful updates. Featuring 3 bedrooms on one level, it showcases gorgeous original hardwood floors, French doors, and an updated bathroom. The bright, welcoming kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, while large windows bring in abundant natural light. Extensive improvements have been made for comfort and peace of mind. The home now has all new electrical wiring throughout, with every breaker clearly labeled and all old wiring removed. Every window and door exterior trim has been wrapped with white aluminum coil and carefully caulked to ensure an airtight, watertight seal. In addition, the dining room features new Andersen windows for improved energy efficiency and style. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard, perfect for pets or play, along with a spacious deck ideal for relaxing or entertaining. An oversized 2-car garage provides plenty of storage and convenience. Clean, well-cared for, and move-in ready, this home offers easy access to nearby parks, scenic parkways, and major highways.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1927
Materials
- Roof: Pitched
- Construction materials: Block
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Washer
- Laundry features: Lower Level,Laundry Room,Sink
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12x13
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12x13
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12x13
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12x13
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,543
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 7x8
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,219
- Total interior livable area: 2,219 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10x12
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 12x22
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 91
- Dimensions: 7x13
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 1111821110193
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Foundation area: 867
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Full,Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Tree Coverage - Light
- Lot size dimensions: 40 x 126
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
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
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Hennepin County and Minnesota
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,263 | $15,156 |
| Home Insurance * | $174 | $2,088 |
| Property Taxes | $285 | $3,420 |
| Electricity | $187 | $2,245 |
| Total | $1,909 | $22,908 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Minnesota FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-14 | Listed for sale | $260,000 |
| 2026-01-20 | Listing removed | $270,000 |
| 2025-10-20 | Price change | $270,000 |
| 2025-10-12 | Price change | $280,000 |
| 2025-09-24 | Listed for sale | $295,000 |
| 2022-03-25 | Sold | $255,118 |
| 2022-02-24 | Pending sale | $250,000 |
| 2022-02-10 | Listed for sale | $250,000 |
| 2020-05-14 | Sold | $240,000 |
| 2020-04-13 | Pending sale | $214,900 |
| 2020-04-03 | Listed for sale | $214,900 |
| 2017-06-22 | Sold | $177,900 |
| 2015-08-22 | Listing removed | $1,295 |
| 2015-08-11 | Price change | $1,295 |
| 2015-07-14 | Listed for rent | $1,395 |
| 2014-09-14 | Listing removed | $1,295 |
| 2014-08-22 | Price change | $1,295 |
| 2014-07-10 | Listed for rent | $1,395 |
| 2012-05-26 | Listing removed | $139,900 |
| 2012-05-04 | Listed for sale | $139,900 |
| 2002-08-28 | Sold | $126,690 |
| 2002-01-15 | Sold | $45,000 |
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