50 Highland Avenue, Excelsior, MN 55331 (MLS# 6626955)


$1,735,000
50 Highland Avenue
Excelsior, MN 55331
MLS# 6626955
Status: Closed
4 beds  |  3 baths  |  4146 sqft


This view! Nestled on a quiet cove off Gideon's Bay
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This view! Nestled on a quiet cove off Gideon's Bay 50 Highland Avenue, Excelsior, MN 55331 The private island is included in this property and co-owned with neighbors at 60 Highland Ave (on Left) The best of both worlds - a quiet cove, a year-long dock and access to all that Lake Minnetonka has to offer Unique and beautiful architectural details accent the home A new sliding glass door walks out to the deck The island offers a firepit, gathering space and raised garden Perfect for entertaining with a circular estate driveway and separate driveway to the garage. There is plenty of space to play on this .72 acre lot Clean lines and beautiful Cumaru wood plank floors welcome you home Home chefs will love the expansive peninsula with granite countertops The end of the peninsula provides storage for a folding table or table leaves Extensive cabinetry and storage plus a swing out corner pantry Expansive use of windows provide 180 views The views are spectacular and can be viewed from all main floor rooms 50 Highland Avenue, Excelsior, MN 55331 Enjoy long views of Lake Minnetonka from the sun room The dining room has a cove ceiling, spacious buffet and built-in china cabinet with lighting Ziggarat windows highlight the beautiful lake views A wetbar with broom storage is tucked in the corner of the family room 50 Highland Avenue, Excelsior, MN 55331 Custom built-in bookcases will house your collection The guest bedrooms are spacious and have custom window treatments The bathroom was updated with an expanded, subway tile shower, heated tile floors and a new princess bathtub You will also find upgraded granite countertops and a comfort counter 50 Highland Avenue, Excelsior, MN 55331 This is the 3rd guest bedroom - currently used as an office The primary suite is on the top floor and has a vaulted ceiling The owners installed remote shades for the two skylights The flat roof deck is the perfect place to take in the gorgeous views of the lake and nature The primary bath has been updated with granite topped double vanities and a heated tile floor The shower was expanded and new subway tile installed 50 Highland Avenue, Excelsior, MN 55331 A built in buffet with plenty of cabinetry is a great place to store games and puzzles Enjoy cozy nights at home in front of the woodburning fireplace Corner windows flood the room with natural light 50 Highland Avenue, Excelsior, MN 55331 The lower level sunroom has heated tile floors and is currently used as an office The spacious laundry room has heated tile floors, extensive cabinetry and room for a hobby table The lower-level bath has heated tile floors and a tiled shower - and a vintage feel. 50 Highland Avenue, Excelsior, MN 55331 So peaceful and serene and visited frequently by ducks, loons and eaglees Located just five minutes to downtown Excelsior Welcome to the Port of Excelsior - your gateway to Lake Minnetonka There's three ice cream shops within blocks Water street in Excelsior is home to numerous, shops, boutiques, restaurants and coffee shops 50 Highland Avenue, Excelsior, MN 55331 Wekota park has trails, picnic tables, and a playground Wekota playground a perfect place for a warm summer afternoon Wekota playground, perfect to expend some energy Wekota Park has basketball and tennis courts.jpg

Property Description
This is a gem on Lake Minnetonka. Nestled on a quiet cove off Gideon's Bay, you will find this exceptional, architecturally designed home. Designed by owner and architect Kilstofte, the home was built with unparalleled craftsmanship and has timeless appeal. Set on a serene .72-acre lot, the property is perfectly sited and offers breathtaking, long and peaceful views of Lake Minnetonka. A sanctuary for nature lovers, you will enjoy frequent visits from Mallard ducks, loons, and majestic bald eagles. The layout is designed to embrace the beauty of its surroundings, with expansive windows offering sweeping views of the tranquil bay and lake, seamlessly blending the indoor living spaces with the natural beauty outside. The interior of the home is painted in neutral colors and offers a calm and natural tranquility. The main level features gorgeous Cumaru plank floors, a South American hardwood. The bathrooms were beautifully updated and include luxurious subway-tiled showers and heated tile floors. The chef-inspired kitchen is well equipped, with stainless steel appliances, extensive cabinetry and an expansive peninsula with granite countertops, ideal for the home chef. It’s perfect for quiet meals at home or entertaining friends and family with beautiful lake views in the backdrop. Outdoors, the property offers even more to enjoy—a large deck, lush gardens, a rain garden, and a private island. The island is shared with one neighbor and offers a gathering space, firepit and an all season, private dock on Lake Minnetonka. Whether you’re boating, fishing, or simply relaxing by the water, this property offers the perfect setting to unwind and enjoy the best of lakeside living. Every detail of this home has been meticulously maintained, with significant updates including a new roof, new windows, and new HVAC system. Lakeside, a footbridge will bring you to the island where you will find a boat dock, lift and shore power. Whether you’re savoring the peaceful setting or enjoying all that Lake Minnetonka has to offer, this property is a true sanctuary—an extraordinary opportunity to own a home in one of the most coveted locations, just minutes from the historic Village of Excelsior.

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Contract Information
Status: Closed
Off Market Date: 2024-11-10
Contingency: None
Current Price: 1745000
Closed Date: 2025-01-07
Original List Price: 1735000
Sales Close Price: 1745000
ListPrice: 1735000
List Date: 2024-11-08
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
Road Btwn WF & Home?: No
Waterfront Frontage: 89
Waterfront Present: Yes
Year Built: 1987
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Bedrooms: 4
Baths Total: 3
Bath Full: 1
Bath Three Quarters: 2
Main Floor Total SqFt: 1350
Above Grd Total SqFt: 2796
Below Grd Total SqFt: 1350
Total SqFt: 4146
Total Finished Sqft: 4146.00
FireplaceYN: Yes
Lake/Waterfront Name: Minnetonka
Style: (SF) Single Family
Foundation Size: 1647
Garage Stalls: 3
Lot Dimensions: 177x89x150x101x98
Acres: 0.72
Location Tax and Other Information
House Number: 50
Street Name: Highland
Street Suffix: Avenue
Postal City: Excelsior
County: Hennepin
State: MN
Zip Code: 55331
Complex/Dev/Subdivision: Gideons Bay Woods
Assessments
Tax With Assessments: 13943
Building Information
Finished SqFt Above Ground: 2796
Finished SqFt Below Ground: 1350
Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Feet
Elevation Highpoint Waterfront Feet: 4-10
Lake Details
Lake Acres: 14205
Lake Depth: 113
Lease Details
Land Leased: Not Applicable
Miscellaneous Information
Homestead: Yes
Ownership
Fractional Ownership: No
Parking Characteristics
Garage Dimensions: 34 x 24
Garage Door Height: 7
Garage Square Feet: 816
Public Survey Info
Range#: 23
Section#: 28
Township#: 117
Property Features
Accessible: None
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Amenities Unit: Balcony; Boat Slip; Ceiling Fan(s); Deck; Dock; Hardwood Floors; Kitchen Window; Natural Woodwork; Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet; Satellite Dish; Skylight; Sun Room; Tile Floors; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet; Wet Bar
Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Freezer; Range; Refrigerator; Washer
Assumable Loan: Not Assumable
Basement: Concrete Block; Full; Tile Shower
Bath Description: Upper Level Full Bath; 3/4 Primary; Private Primary; 3/4 Basement
Construction Materials: Block; Frame
Construction Status: Previously Owned
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Area; Eat In Kitchen; Living/Dining Room
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Slope: Gradual
Existing Financing: Conventional
Exterior: Brick/Stone; Stucco
Family Room Characteristics: 2 or More; Lower Level; Main Level
Financing Terms: Cash
Fireplace Characteristics: Family Room; Gas Burning; Living Room; Wood Burning
Foundation: Concrete Block
Fuel: Natural Gas
Heating: Forced Air; In-Floor Heating
Internet Options: Cable; Satellite
Laundry: Laundry Room; Lower Level
Lock Box Type: Supra
Lot Description: Tree Coverage - Medium; Underground Utilities
Parking Characteristics: Driveway - Shared; Garage Door Opener; Storage; Tuckunder Garage
Pool Description: None
Road Frontage: City Street
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less; Asphalt Shingles; Flat; Pitched; Rubber
Sellers Terms: Adj. Rate/Gr Payment; Cash; Conventional; VA
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Special Search: 3 BR on One Level
Stories: Modified Two Story
Water: City Water/Connected
Waterfront View: Bay; Lake
Room Information
Room Name Dimensions Level
Kitchen13 x 9Main
Dining Room17 x 12Main
Family Room25 x 15Main
Family Room25 x 15Lower
Game Room17 x 12Lower
Laundry14 x 7Lower
Office15 x 14Lower
Informal Dining Room14 x 11Main
Fourth (4th) Bedroom13 x 11Upper
Third (3rd) Bedroom15 x 11Upper
Second (2nd) Bedroom17 x 13Upper
First (1st) Bedroom20 x 12Upper

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Updated: January - 08 - 2026

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