916 River Ave S, Sauk Rapids, MN, 56379
About This Home
Welcome home to this beautifully updated and meticulously maintained rambler in a convenient Sauk Rapids location! From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the bright, inviting spaces and the extensive updates that make this home truly move-in ready. The main level features a comfortable living room with newer carpet, an updated kitchen with modern cabinetry, quality fixtures, ceiling fans, and spacious bedrooms. The stylish main bathroom includes a beautifully tiled shower, while updated flooring extends throughout both the main and lower levels. The finished lower level offers an exceptional gathering space with a cozy wood-burning fireplace, striking wood accent wall, custom bar area, and an organized laundry room designed for everyday convenience. Major updates provide added peace of mind, including a new roof, gutters, and central air in 2020, along with newer windows, appliances, flooring, paint, fixtures, countertops, and mechanicals. A cedar closet provides additional storage. Outside, you'll enjoy a private backyard complete with two patios, mature trees, established landscaping, and raised garden beds—perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying Minnesota summers. With thoughtful updates throughout and pride of ownership evident at every turn, this home is ready for its next chapter.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1962
Materials
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt,Pitched
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Exhaust Fan,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Softener Rented
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Block,Daylight,Finished,Full
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12x12
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12x12
Bedroom3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14x12
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 66
- Dimensions: 11x6
Family Room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 20x15
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 1,026
- Finished area above ground: 1,026
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Fireplace(s)
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,052
- Total interior livable area: 2,052 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 149.5
- Dimensions: 13x11.5
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 18x10
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 20x12
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 190128700
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Foundation area: 1008
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Partial
- Topography of land: Level
Lot
- Lot size: 7,056 sqft
- Features: Near Public Transit,Irregular Lot,Tree Coverage - Medium
- Lot size dimensions: 142 x 50
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage,Concrete,Garage Door Opener
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Hail
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Benton 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 | $1,314 | $15,768 |
| Home Insurance * | $179 | $2,148 |
| Property Taxes | $230 | $2,760 |
| Electricity | $173 | $2,076 |
| Total | $1,896 | $22,752 |
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
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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)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-11 | Pending sale | $259,900 |
| 2026-07-22 | Listed for sale | $259,900 |
| 2021-08-09 | Sold | $238,000 |
| 2021-05-31 | Pending sale | $229,900 |
| 2021-05-26 | Listed for sale | $229,900 |
| 2016-10-14 | Sold | $146,000 |
| 2016-08-30 | Pending sale | $149,900 |
| 2016-07-17 | Listed for sale | $149,900 |
| 2011-07-14 | Sold | $67,839 |
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