2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 (MLS# 6751992)


$2,295,000
2109 James Avenue S
Minneapolis, MN 55405
MLS# 6751992
Status: Closed
5 beds  |  6 baths  |  6705 sqft


Nestled back on a .38 acre lot, this Lowry Hill home offers bountiful nature & privacy not often found in an urban setting.
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Nestled back on a .38 acre lot, this Lowry Hill home offers bountiful nature & privacy not often found in an urban setting. View of the terrace from the dining room. This is one of those feel-good homes you have to go inside to experience. Directly off the foyer is the formal living room with a wood-burning fireplace. French doors from the living room lead to the cozy wood-paneled den. Located on the back of the house, this addition offers 180 degrees of garden and yard views.. Inset cabinetry, custom tile, professional appliances... Timeless details: Paneled walls, carved newel posts & balusters, and built-in drawers. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 Gorgeous leaded-paned French swing windows. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 Sunroom meets Den meets Library = perfection! 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 The dining room has the original refurbished clay tiled floors & endless windows! 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 View from the kitchen, through the dining room, into the living room. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 This atrium style dining nook is incredible all 4-seasons. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 Custom mudroom with built-in lockers just off the kitchen. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 Primary bedroom with decorative fireplace and views of LOTI. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 The primary en suite bathroom has 2 large vanities. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 The primary bath has luxe floor-to-ceiling tilework. Bedroom number 2 was originally the principal bedroom and has 2 closets. Off Bedroom #2 is a lovely screened porch. Full bathroom off the 2nd floor hallway. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 Bedroom #3 has an en suite bathroom with "roll-in" handicap accessible shower. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 An original "sleeping" porch off bedroom #4 serves as an amazing work-from-home space 6-7 months of the year. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 Charming white & black tiled 3/4 bathroom on the 3rd floor. In the winter, the basement family room quickly becomes the most coveted room in the house. Warm and cozy! The perfect hang-out space with limestone walls. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 The lower level bathroom is just as beautiful as ones upstairs. The stately front entrance beckons you indoors with a warm welcome. 21xx James Ave is a coveted one-way & one-block long street, between Franklin & 22nd. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 Note the large flat grassy area - ideal for bags or bocce! 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 The newer driveway offers plenty of off-street parking. Or, the perfect spot to play basketball or ride a trike. Heaven. This terrance is situated above a large storage shed. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 Below the terrace is this brick storage shed for outdoor toys and tools. The gate and pathway from the front yard to the shed offers ez access to Lake of Isles' trails. Water feature in the backyard is a babbling brook. The backyard is a true oasis with multiple hang-out areas and pathways along the gardens. No other yard like it in Mpls - truly serene. View from the bench to back of the house. Ideally located 5 minutes from the HWY and less than 10 minutes to DT Mpls. Just off of Lake of the Isles = views + privacy. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 5 minute walk to the neighborhood favorite icecream store (homemade & delicious!). 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 10 minute walk to Kenwood Elementary and neighboring shops and restaurant. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 10 minute walk to the iconic Cherry and the Spoon. 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 2109 James Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405

Property Description
LOCATION, location... Nestled between Lake of the Isles & DT Mpls, renowned architect, Harry Wild Jones, designed this stately 1909 American Tudor Revival. Situated on an oversized lot, the house exudes a magical, casual elegance. Effortlessly melding historic beauty with thoughtful renovations. Main floor highlights include a beautifully crafted open staircase; a chef's kitchen with an atrium-style dining nook, inset cabinetry, walk-in pantry, & prof appliances; custom oak mudroom; a sun-filled formal dining rm w/ orig clay floor tiles; Leaded French doors; a cozy den w/ rich oak wookwork & built-in bookshelves; and, a spacious formal living room with the orig woodburning fireplace. The backyard is STUNNING w/ multiple access points for seamless indoor/outdoor living. A true oasis with an expansive tiered bluestone patio & terrace, mature gardens, and a peaceful babbling brook. Plus, the perfect sodded flat area for kids & adults alike. Note the clever (large) bike + canoe + paddleboard storage under the terrace for EZ access to LOTI & trails. The 2nd & 3rd floor offers tree-top lake views and hosts 5 bedrooms (including the luxe primary suite), an office, 4 thoughtfully appointed bathrooms, 2 charming porches, & ample attic storage. Completing this fine home is the lower-level hang-out space (w/gorgeous limestone walls), a renovated 3/4 tiled bath, laundry, and additional storage. MOVE IN and ENJOY the Minneapolis Lakes Area to the fullest.

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Contract Information
Status: Closed
Off Market Date: 2026-03-23
Contingency: None
Current Price: 2000000
Closed Date: 2026-05-08
Original List Price: 2650000
Sales Close Price: 2000000
ListPrice: 2295000
List Date: 2025-09-22
Owner is an Agent?: No
Auction?: No
General Property Information
Common Wall: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Manufactured Home?: No
Multiple PIDs?: No
New Development: No
Number of Fireplaces: 3
Other Parking Spaces: 2
Waterfront Present: No
Year Built: 1909
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Bedrooms: 5
Baths Total: 6
Bath Full: 1
Bath Three Quarters: 4
Bath Half: 1
Main Floor Total SqFt: 1921
Above Grd Total SqFt: 4847
Below Grd Total SqFt: 1858
Total SqFt: 6705
Total Finished Sqft: 4995.00
FireplaceYN: Yes
Lake/Waterfront Name: Lake of the Isles
Style: (SF) Single Family
Foundation Size: 1858
Garage Stalls: 2
Lot Dimensions: 100x166x100x161
Acres: 0.38
Assessment Pending: No
Location Tax and Other Information
House Number: 2109
Street Name: James
Street Suffix: Avenue
Street Direction Suffix: S
Postal City: Minneapolis
County: Hennepin
State: MN
Zip Code: 55405
Complex/Dev/Subdivision: Lake Of The Isles Add
Assessments
Tax With Assessments: 30006
Building Information
Finished SqFt Above Ground: 4330
Finished SqFt Below Ground: 665
Lake Details
Lake Acres: 111
Lake Chain Acreage: 1049
Lake Chain Name: Minneapolis
Lake Depth: 31
Lease Details
Land Leased: Not Applicable
Miscellaneous Information
Homestead: Yes
Ownership
Fractional Ownership: No
Parking Characteristics
Garage Square Feet: 396
Public Survey Info
Range#: 24
Section#: 33
Township#: 29
Property Features
Accessible: Roll-In Shower
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Amenities Unit: French Doors; Hardwood Floors; Kitchen Window; Natural Woodwork; Paneled Doors; Patio; Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet; Walk-In Closet; Walk-Up Attic
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator
Assumable Loan: Not Assumable
Basement: Full; Partially Finished
Bath Description: Double Sink; Main Floor 1/2 Bath; Upper Level 3/4 Bath; Upper Level Full Bath; 3/4 Primary; Private Primary; 3/4 Basement; Bathroom Ensuite
Construction Materials: Stone
Construction Status: Previously Owned
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Area; Eat In Kitchen; Separate/Formal Dining Room
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Existing Financing: Conventional
Exterior: Brick/Stone; Stucco
Family Room Characteristics: 2 or More; Lower Level; Main Level
Fencing: Full
Financing Terms: Conventional
Fireplace Characteristics: Decorative; Wood Burning
Foundation: Stone
Fuel: Electric; Natural Gas
Heating: Boiler
Internet Options: Cable; Fiber Optic
Laundry: In Basement
Lot Description: Public Transit (w/in 6 blks); Tree Coverage - Medium
Parking Characteristics: Garage Door Opener; Storage
Pool Description: None
Road Frontage: Curbs; Sidewalks; Street Lights
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less
Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Special Search: 3 BR on One Level; Primary Bdr Suite; Renovated
Stories: More Than 2 Stories
Water: City Water/Connected
Room Information
Room Name Dimensions Level
Office9.3x11.3Upper
Fifth (5th) Bedroom12x14.1Third
Kitchen22x18.10Main
Family Room22.5x16.1Lower
Mud Room5.11x12Main
Dining Room27.2x13.4Main
Foyer14.4x17.6Main
Informal Dining Room10.11x7.9Main
Living Room23.7x16.8Main
Fourth (4th) Bedroom16.6x16.2Third
Third (3rd) Bedroom12.11x14.2Upper
Second (2nd) Bedroom20.11x13.6Upper
First (1st) Bedroom16.2x16.10Upper

Listing Office: Edina Realty, Inc.

Last Updated: May - 08 - 2026

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