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26444 740th Avenue, Albert Lea, MN 56007 (MLS# 7006182)

$595,000
26444 740th Avenue
Albert Lea, MN 56007
MLS# 7006182
2 beds  |  2 baths  |  1985 sqft
Twelve private acres surrounded by open fields, offering total seclusion and the opportunity for off-grid living. Five acres of current hay ground being rented out.
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Twelve private acres surrounded by open fields, offering total seclusion and the opportunity for off-grid living. Five acres of current hay ground being rented out. A versatile farmhouse kitchen with ample space for preparing daily meals or canning the bounty from your garden harvest—truly a space designed for both function and tradition. The open-concept design seamlessly connects the kitchen to the living space, creating a warm and inviting area where everyone can gather while still feeling cozy and at home. Every door was custom crafted from knotty pine, each one unique in character and design. Finished with galvanized hardware, they add rustic charm and authenticity throughout the home. Beautiful tiled floors make this easy to keep clean and looking great year-round. Laundry hookups right off the kitchen, on the main level add convenience for all. Beautiful hickory floors throughout, paired with grouted Koni brick, add warmth and natural charm—bringing the outdoors in and enhancing the home’s inviting character. Window above the sink provides a perfect view to keep an eye on kids at play or animals in the yard while enjoying the comforts of the kitchen. This charming farmhouse kitchen is the heart of the home—an open and inviting space where meals are prepared with love and shared with ease. Designed to bring everyone together, it’s the perfect gathering spot for family and friends. The breakfast bar offers the perfect spot for a morning coffee, a casual lunch, or a quick bite on the go. Featuring a fireplace accented with Koni tile and surrounded by rich hickory floors, this inviting living space offering a welcoming and comfortable space to share with loved ones. Handcrafted fireplace with rich tile detail and a custom mantel, serving as a stunning focal point in the living room and the ideal spot to gather on cool evenings Recessed lighting enhances natural brightness, while hickory hardwood floors add warmth and character. Custom craftsmanship blends seamlessly with modern design, making this fully renewed 1900s home feel brand new. No detail was overlooked in this thoughtfully designed staircase, which includes a rail that opens to easily move large furniture up or down—an uncommon convenience in a home from the early 1900s. A spacious north-facing room with large windows offers the perfect place to sit and relax, or can easily be converted into a main-floor bedroom to suit your needs. Main-level half bath with custom finishes and tin accents, blending a touch of rustic outdoor charm with a modern design. Sink crafted from an old tin wash tub, adding rustic character and one-of-a-kind charm to the half bath Even the upstairs staircase was handcrafted with the finest detail, enhancing this 1900s home with a modern, clean feel. Storage access to the right provides ample space, or the option to finish it into a fun play area for kids. Spacious upstairs bedroom with a large, thoughtfully designed closet complete with lighting. Upstairs bedroom with windows on the south and west sides, filling the space with warm natural light from sunrise to sunset. This oversized upstairs bedroom, once two rooms combined, now offers ample space for a large bed and sitting area. The thoughtfully designed closet provides maximum storage. Upstairs full bath featuring a tiled walk-in shower and tin accents that add a modern touch. Clever built-in storage with lighting, maximizing both function and space. You’ll be impressed by the clean, dry basement with fully updated mechanicals, including forced-air furnace/AC, a wood-burning stove, and a corn/pellet stove—offering efficiency, cost savings, or the option to live completely off the grid. This 1900's farmhouse was completely rebuilt from the studs with hand-crafted details and modern finishes, including hickory floors, knotty pine stairs, custom barn style doors, and galvanized accents throughout. Additional sunroom on the north side of the home with windows on all sides—enjoy panoramic views of the property where deer and turkeys are frequent visitors. Built-in lighting, perfect for outdoor dining, & entertaining guests. Outside you’ll find grapevines, mulberries, blueberries, and more—plus plenty of space for large gardens. Single-stall detached garage with cement flooring and a convenient garage door opener. Spacious 2-stall garage, perfect for large vehicles or versatile use as a storage and workspace. Smaller shed with new roof and siding—ideal for lawn care storage or as a shelter for small animals. Medium-sized, two-level barn offering versatile use for animals or storage—ideal as a chicken coop above with open shelter below that connects to the fenced lot Tractor/storage shed with endless potential—use as-is or, with a little TLC, convert it into an entertaining space overlooking the north side of the property, an ideal spot for a future pond. Big red barn with two levels—full of potential! With a little TLC and fresh paint, it could serve as an entertainment space, workshop, or house for animals.

Property Description
A rare opportunity to own 12 picturesque acres designed for the hobby farm lifestyle. With open hay ground, fenced pasture, mature fruit trees, berry bushes, and endless room for horses, livestock, gardens, recreation, or future expansion, this property offers the freedom to create the country lifestyle you've always imagined. The beautifully reimagined modern farmhouse is rich with handcrafted character, featuring hickory flooring, barn doors, knotty pine, tin accents, and custom finishes throughout. Recent updates including; a new well (2025), septic mound system, forced-air heat, central air, and a wood-burning stove, provide peace of mind while preserving the home's inviting farmhouse charm.

Details
Maps
Contract Information
Status: Active
Contingency: None
Current Price: 595000
Original List Price: 595000
ListPrice: 595000
List Date: 2026-01-07
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: 1
Waterfront YN: No
Year Built: 1900
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Agriculture, Other, Residential-Single Family
Bedrooms: 2
Baths Total: 2
Bath Full: 1
Bath Half: 1
Main Floor Total SqFt: 838
Above Grd Total SqFt: 1457
Below Grd Total SqFt: 528
Total SqFt: 1985
Total Finished Sqft: 1457.00
FireplaceYN: Yes
Style: (SF) Single Family
Foundation Size: 528
Garage Stalls: 3
Lot Dimensions: 807x602
Acres: 12
Assessment Pending: No
Location Tax and Other Information
House Number: 26444
Street Name: 740th
Street Suffix: Avenue
Postal City: Albert Lea
County: Freeborn
State: MN
Zip Code: 56007
Acreage Information
Pasture Acres: 3
Tillable Acres: 5
Wooded Acres: 2
Assessments
Tax With Assessments: 2328
Building Information
Finished SqFt Above Ground: 1457
Lease Details
Land Leased: Not Applicable
Lock Box Type
Lock Box Source: MAAR
Miscellaneous Information
DP Resource: Yes
Homestead: No
Ownership
Fractional Ownership: No
Parking Characteristics
Garage Dimensions: 21x25
Garage Square Feet: 525
Public Survey Info
Range#: 21
Section#: 08
Township#: 103
Property Features
Accessible: None
Agricultural Water: Well
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Amenities Unit: Hardwood Floors; Kitchen Window; Local Area Network; Natural Woodwork; Paneled Doors; Porch; Sun Room; Washer/Dryer Hookup; Other
Appliances: Dishwasher; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator
Assumable Loan: Not Assumable
Basement: Concrete Block; Storage Space; Unfinished
Bath Description: Main Floor 1/2 Bath; Upper Level 3/4 Bath
Construction Status: Previously Owned
Crop Type: Hay/Alfalfa; Other
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Area; Eat In Kitchen; Kitchen/Dining Room
Electric: 100 Amp Service; Circuit Breakers
Existing Financing: Free and Clear
Exterior: Vinyl
Farm Type: Hobby; Horse; Poultry; Produce; Wooded/Hunting; Other
Fencing: Other
Fireplace Characteristics: Electric
Foundation: Combination; Concrete Block; Stone
Fuel: Pellet; Propane; Wood; Other
Heating: Forced Air; Wood Stove; Other
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup; Gas Dryer Hookup; In Hall; Main Level; Washer Hookup
Lock Box Type: Supra
Lot Description: Irregular Lot; Suitable for Horses; Tree Coverage - Heavy
Outbuildings: Additional Garage; Barn(s); Chicken Coop/Barn; Hen House; Machine Shed
Parking Characteristics: Multiple Garages; Garage Door Opener; Gravel Lot; Storage
Pool Description: None
Property Subtype: Acreage; Rural Residential
Road Frontage: County Road
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Roof: Age Over 8 Years; Asphalt Shingles; Pitched
Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA
Sewer: Mound Septic; Septic System Compliant - Yes
Special Search: Main Floor Laundry
Stories: One and One Half
Topography: Gently Rolling; Pasture; Scattered Timber; Wooded; High Ground; Other
Water: Well
Room Information
Room Name Dimensions Level
Family Room15x14Main
First (1st) Bedroom18x12Upper
Informal Dining Room8x10Main
Kitchen14x10Main
Laundry6x11Main
Second (2nd) Bedroom10x12Upper

Listing Office: Edina Realty, Inc.

Last Updated: July - 11 - 2026

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