6271 French Lake Path, Faribault, MN, 55021
About This Home
Tucked away on a quiet destination only road and less than an hour from the Twin Cities, this charming getaway with lake views is the kind of place where weekends instantly slow down. Wake up to peaceful views of French Lake, sip your morning coffee surrounded by mature trees and birdsong, and spend your days soaking in the beauty of nature all around you. The functional kitchen makes it easy to whip up brunch before a day on the lake or gather for a cozy dinner after sunset. Whether you’re lounging in a hammock under the trees, spotting wildlife wandering by, or enjoying lazy afternoons with friends and family, this property was made for relaxing and making memories. As evening rolls in, gather around the fire pit for s’mores, stories, and star-filled skies. Peaceful, private, and full of cabin charm, this seasonal retreat is the perfect escape from the every day life!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Materials
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family
Interior
Basement
- Basement: None
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 28
- Dimensions: 7 x 4
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 288
- Dimensions: 24 x 12
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 704
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Radiator
- Cooling features: Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 704
- Total interior livable area: 704 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 21 x 10
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 38
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 4
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 1007301010
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Foundation area: 704
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 0.28 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 80 x 80 x 148.2 x 150.70
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
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
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Winter Weather
- Drought
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Rice 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 | $859 | $10,308 |
| Home Insurance * | $118 | $1,416 |
| Property Taxes | $85 | $1,020 |
| Electricity | $170 | $2,050 |
| Total | $1,232 | $14,784 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-17 | Price change | $159,900 |
| 2026-06-22 | Price change | $169,900 |
| 2026-05-22 | Listed for sale | $174,900 |
| 2021-01-29 | Sold | $148,000 |
| 2020-11-11 | Pending sale | $145,000 |
| 2020-10-14 | Listed for sale | $145,000 |
| 2020-10-13 | Pending sale | $145,000 |
| 2020-09-30 | Listed for sale | $145,000 |
| 2020-09-29 | Pending sale | $145,000 |
| 2020-09-25 | Price change | $145,000 |
| 2020-09-20 | Listed for sale | $140,000 |
| 2017-06-02 | Sold | $53,000 |
View on Zillow