5540 Covington Road, Excelsior, MN 55331 (MLS# 6624812)


$1,299,900
5540 Covington Road
Excelsior, MN 55331
MLS# 6624812
Status: Closed
4 beds  |  4 baths  |  4008 sqft


5540 Covington Road, Excelsior, MN 55331
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Property Description
Welcome to this spacious Lecy-built walk-out rambler, perfectly situated on just under an acre of serene, wooded privacy—with a walking easement to the sparkling shores of Christmas Lake. This home offers not just a place to live, but a lifestyle centered around nature, comfort, and refined living. Step inside to a freshly painted interior that’s been impeccably maintained, with wooded views greeting you from every window—creating a constant connection to the outdoors. The heart of the home is a beautifully remodeled kitchen featuring rich oak floors and granite countertops, offering a warm and inviting space to gather, cook, and entertain. The open main-level living room centers around a cozy gas fireplace—ideal for crisp evenings—while the primary suite offers a true sanctuary with tray ceilings and a spa-inspired ensuite complete with double sinks and a jetted tub. Enjoy easy, one-level living while having the flexibility to host and entertain with a spacious lower level that includes a second gas fireplace, large family room, three bedrooms, two baths, and even a sauna for the ultimate in-home relaxation. But the magic extends beyond the walls. Imagine summer days lounging by your own pool with a convenient bathhouse just steps away. Picture morning strolls to Christmas Lake, evenings by the fire, or weekend escapes to nearby downtown Excelsior or Lake Minnetonka—just minutes away. This home blends peaceful seclusion with quick access to charming boutiques, lakeside dining, and vibrant community events. Whether you're hosting guests, enjoying quiet moments in nature, or taking a quick dip in the pool after work, this home is a true slice of paradise—designed for everyday comfort, elevated living, and effortless enjoyment.

Details
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Contract Information
Status: Closed
Off Market Date: 2025-04-22
Contingency: None
Current Price: 1299970
Closed Date: 2025-05-07
Original List Price: 1299900
Sales Close Price: 1299970
ListPrice: 1299900
List Date: 2025-04-12
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: 2
Road Btwn WF & Home?: No
Waterfront Present: No
Year Built: 1993
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Bedrooms: 4
Baths Total: 4
Bath Full: 1
Bath Three Quarters: 2
Bath Half: 1
Main Floor Total SqFt: 2004
Above Grd Total SqFt: 2004
Below Grd Total SqFt: 2004
Total SqFt: 4008
Total Finished Sqft: 3810.00
FireplaceYN: Yes
Lake/Waterfront Name: Christmas
Style: (SF) Single Family
Foundation Size: 2004
Power Company: Xcel Energy
Garage Stalls: 3
Lot Dimensions: 152 x 229 x 190 x 240
Acres: 0.91
Assessment Pending: No
Location Tax and Other Information
House Number: 5540
Street Name: Covington
Street Suffix: Road
Postal City: Excelsior
County: Hennepin
State: MN
Zip Code: 55331
Assessments
Tax With Assessments: 13891
Building Information
Finished SqFt Above Ground: 2044
Finished SqFt Below Ground: 1766
Lake Details
Lake Acres: 267
Lake Depth: 87
Lease Details
Land Leased: Not Applicable
Miscellaneous Information
Homestead: Yes
Ownership
Fractional Ownership: No
Parking Characteristics
Garage Dimensions: 23 x 31
Garage Door Height: 16
Garage Door Width: 11
Garage Square Feet: 713
Public Survey Info
Range#: 23
Section#: 36
Township#: 117
Property Features
Accessible: None
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Amenities Unit: Cable; Deck; French Doors; Hardwood Floors; Kitchen Center Island; Kitchen Window; Main Floor Primary Bedroom; Natural Woodwork; Paneled Doors; Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet; Sauna; Security Lights; Security System; Tile Floors; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet; Wet Bar
Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Iron Filter; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Washer
Basement: Drain Tiled; Full; Storage Space; Sump Pump; Tile Shower
Bath Description: Double Sink; Sauna; Main Floor 1/2 Bath; Full Primary; Private Primary; 3/4 Basement; Two Basement Baths; Bathroom Ensuite; Jetted Tub; Separate Tub & Shower; Walk-In Shower Stall
Construction Materials: Concrete; Frame
Construction Status: Previously Owned
Dining Room Description: Eat In Kitchen; Informal Dining Room; Separate/Formal Dining Room
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Exterior: Brick/Stone; Wood
Family Room Characteristics: 2 or More; Great Room; Lower Level; Main Level
Fencing: Chain Link; Full
Financing Terms: Conventional
Fireplace Characteristics: Amusement Room; Family Room; Gas Burning
Foundation: Concrete Block
Fuel: Natural Gas
Heating: Forced Air; Humidifier; Zoned
Internet Options: Cable; Satellite
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup; Laundry Room; Main Level; Sink
Lock Box Type: Supra
Lot Description: Tree Coverage - Medium
Outbuildings: Pool House
Parking Characteristics: Garage Door Opener; Storage
Pool Description: Below Ground; Heated
Road Frontage: City Street; Paved Streets
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less; Pitched; Shake
Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Special Search: 3 BR on One Level; All Living Facilities on One Level; Main Floor Bedroom; Main Floor Laundry; Main Floor Primary
Stories: One
Water: Well
Room Information
Room Name Dimensions Level
Great Room18 x 16Main
Dining Room12 x 12Main
Laundry11 x 8Main
First (1st) Bedroom17 x 15Main
Kitchen15 x 13Main
Second (2nd) Bedroom15 x 12Lower
Third (3rd) Bedroom14 x 13Lower
Fourth (4th) Bedroom16 x 12Lower
Amusement Room29 x 18Lower

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Updated: May - 08 - 2026

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