859 Excelsior Boulevard, Excelsior, MN 55331 (MLS# 6806597)


$1,300,000
859 Excelsior Boulevard
Excelsior, MN 55331
MLS# 6806597
Status: Closed
5 beds  |  2 baths  |  4540 sqft


Perfectly nestled near the shores of Lake Minnetonka, on Saint Albans Bay, this inviting home enjoys breathtaking views and walkability to downtown Excelsior.
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Perfectly nestled near the shores of Lake Minnetonka, on Saint Albans Bay, this inviting home enjoys breathtaking views and walkability to downtown Excelsior. Sit back with your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day while taking in this impressive view. With crisp fall evenings upon us, the campfire is perfect for gatherings. Welcome to 859 Excelsior Boulevard where long views and inviting spaces await. Step inside to discover an open floor plan on the main level featuring a vaulted Family Room with large windows and high ceilings. Nearly every room of the home offers long, lake views. Finished with today's designer colors and fixtures, this home is timeless and sophisticated. Completely remodeled in 2020, the main level offers an open floor plan with engineered wood flooring, enameled millwork and inviting spaces designed for relaxed everyday living or entertaining! The all new Chef's Kitchen is sure to become the heart of your home and everyone's favorite gathering place - the space features a 10-foot island and custom cabinetry with soft-close doors and drawers. Equipped with stainless steel appliances from GE, LG, and Bosch - this Kitchen is perfect for testing out new recipes or whipping up your classic meals. The Kitchen features room for a breakfast table and offers two storage spaces - one houses the main level laundry room and the second is a walk-in pantry. Just next to the main level laundry is a walk-in pantry providing additional storage. Whether you are hosting Sunday brunches, a friendly dinner party or a holiday celebration, this spacious Dining Room sets the stage for memorable meals. Step out of the Dining Room's French doors to the deck where you can barbeque and enjoy the views. The Flex Room is a versatile space that is currently used as a library but could also be a music room, play room or sitting room. A second main level bathroom has been roughed-in in the space just off the Flex Room. Curl up in front of the wood burning fireplace with a good book and enjoy this inviting space. Glass French Doors open to a tranquil Home Office where working from home becomes a peaceful experience. Tucked away on the main level is the Primary Suite which enjoys glass doors that lead out to the deck. Wake every day to views of the sparkling waters of Lake Minnetonka. The full bathroom offers a comfort height vanity with double sinks and a classic clawfoot bathtub. The separate tiled shower offers a frameless glass enclosure. The second main level Bedroom also enjoys lake views. As you move to the second level you'll find character and charm in the details. The upper level houses three bedrooms. This bedroom offers two closets and lake views. Each bedroom offers original hardwood floors. The third bedroom offers a wall of built-in drawers and cabinetry. A full bathroom completes the upper level and has been refreshed with a new vanity and fixtures. The Mud Room on the ground level is both functional and inviting - just off the space is the second laundry and mechanical room with offers another roughed-in for a guest bathroom. A special surprise, the lower level features a private Home Theatre - snuggle up with a bowl of popcorn and make your next movie night an event! Surrounded by mature trees, the private yard offers a large level space perfect for a game of soccer! 859 Excelsior Boulevard, Excelsior, MN 55331 The City of Excelsior has confirmed that there is potential to add another garage off the driveway – buyers/agents should check with the city in regard to future placement and options. Offering all the benefits of lakefront living without the upkeep - residents can join the City of Excelsior's waitlist for a dock slip on Hidden Lane or at the Excelsior Commons. Just steps down from your yard is the Saint Albans Bay shoreline - launch your canoe, kayak or paddle board from this city-owned parcel. Welcome to the historic Village of Excelsior, the gateway to Lake Minnetonka. Take a short stroll to Maynard's for dinner lakeside! Order an ice cream and explore the village. Water Street is lined with boutiques, restaurants and cafes creating a vibrant setting. The Excelsior Commons are home to the new pavilion and hosts numerous community events throughout the year including Concerts in the Commons and the Lake Minnetonka Fourth of July. The Lake Minnetonka LRT trail is just moments from your front door and provides over 15 miles of trails from Victoria to Hopkins to explore.

Property Description
Just steps from downtown Excelsior, this inviting home offers commanding views of St. Albans Bay and a truly special setting nestled on over half an acre. A unique opportunity, it blends the character of the original home with the amenities of a full 2020 main-level remodel. The open floor plan features a chef’s Kitchen designed for entertaining — complete with a 10-foot island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and laundry that opens to the vaulted Family Room which enjoys long lake views. Engineered wood floors span the main level, which also includes a Home Office overlooking the water and a fantastic Flex Room with a wood-burning fireplace — ideal for a library, playroom, or sitting room. An adjacent room has been roughed-in for a future full bath, offering even more potential. Two bedrooms complete the main level and include the Primary Suite, where you’ll find a clawfoot bathtub and luxurious tiled shower. Upstairs, the charm of the original home shines through in three additional bedrooms and an updated full bathroom. Downstairs you’ll find a comfortable Home Theatre with projector perfect for movie nights, a large Mud Room, and an unfinished area ready for a workshop or future expansion. There’s even a rough-in for a future bath. Outdoors, the setting is nothing short of spectacular. Surrounded by mature trees, the private backyard allows you to connect with family and friends on the large deck which spans the back of the home or relax in the gazebo while taking in the peaceful lake views. Step down to the lake to launch a kayak or paddleboard from the city-owned shoreline — all the benefits of lakefront living without the upkeep! The City of Excelsior has confirmed that there is potential to add another garage off the driveway – buyers/agents should check with the city in regard to future placement and options. Residents may apply for a dock slip through the City of Excelsior’s dock program. Stroll to Maynard’s for dinner, shop the boutiques of Water Street and enjoy the numerous community events held throughout the year in the Commons. Offering both tranquility and convenience, this property captures the best of Excelsior living — with lake life and walkability in one rare package.

Details
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Contract Information
Status: Closed
Off Market Date: 2025-11-17
Contingency: None
Current Price: 1225000
Closed Date: 2025-12-23
Original List Price: 1300000
Sales Close Price: 1225000
ListPrice: 1300000
List Date: 2025-10-27
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
Road Btwn WF & Home?: No
Waterfront Present: No
Year Built: 1936
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Bedrooms: 5
Baths Total: 2
Bath Full: 2
Main Floor Total SqFt: 2386
Above Grd Total SqFt: 3226
Below Grd Total SqFt: 1314
Total SqFt: 4540
Total Finished Sqft: 3521.00
FireplaceYN: Yes
Lake/Waterfront Name: Minnetonka
Style: (SF) Single Family
Foundation Size: 2308
Power Company: Xcel Energy
Garage Stalls: 1
Lot Dimensions: 70 x 188 x 214 x 194
Acres: 0.58
Location Tax and Other Information
House Number: 859
Street Name: Excelsior
Street Suffix: Boulevard
Postal City: Excelsior
County: Hennepin
State: MN
Zip Code: 55331
Complex/Dev/Subdivision: Mays Sub Lt 41 Galpins Add To Exc
Assessments
Tax With Assessments: 14111
Building Information
Finished SqFt Above Ground: 3106
Finished SqFt Below Ground: 415
Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Feet
Elevation Highpoint Waterfront Feet: 15-26
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: 29 x 13
Garage Door Height: 6
Garage Door Width: 10
Garage Square Feet: 420
Public Survey Info
Range#: 23
Section#: 35
Township#: 117
Property Features
Accessible: None
Air Conditioning: Central Air; Window Unit(s)
Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s); Deck; French Doors; Hardwood Floors; Kitchen Center Island; Kitchen Window; Main Floor Primary Bedroom; Natural Woodwork; Panoramic View; Tile Floors; Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Washer
Basement: Concrete Block; Full; Partially Finished; Storage Space; Unfinished
Bath Description: Double Sink; Main Floor Full Bath; Upper Level Full Bath; Full Primary; Rough In
Construction Materials: Frame
Construction Status: Previously Owned
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Area; Informal Dining Room; Kitchen/Dining Room; Separate/Formal Dining Room
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Slope: Gradual
Exterior: Shakes
Family Room Characteristics: 2 Story/High/Vaulted Ceilings; Entertainment/Media Center; Lower Level; Main Level
Financing Terms: Conventional
Fireplace Characteristics: Wood Burning
Foundation: Concrete Block
Fuel: Electric; Natural Gas
Heating: Forced Air; Zoned
Internet Options: Cable; DSL
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup; Gas Dryer Hookup; In Kitchen; Laundry Closet; Lower Level
Lot Description: Irregular Lot; Property Adjoins Public Land; Public Transit (w/in 6 blks); Tree Coverage - Medium
Outbuildings: Gazebo
Parking Characteristics: Garage Door Opener; Tuckunder Garage
Pool Description: None
Road Frontage: Curbs; Paved Streets; Sidewalks
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less; Asphalt Shingles; Pitched
Sellers Terms: Adj. Rate/Gr Payment; Cash; Conventional; VA
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Special Search: Main Floor Bedroom; Main Floor Laundry; Main Floor Primary; Renovated
Stories: Two
Water: City Water/Connected
Waterfront View: Bay; Lake; Panoramic; North; East; See Remarks
Room Information
Room Name Dimensions Level
Flex Room18 x 13Main
Dining Room18 x 13Main
First (1st) Bedroom17 x 15Main
Office13 x 13Main
Family Room19 x 13Main
Informal Dining Room13 x 12Main
Kitchen19 x 16Main
Media Room12 x 11Lower
Mud Room20 x 11Lower
Deck18 x 10Main
Third (3rd) Bedroom14 x 13Upper
Second (2nd) Bedroom13 x 12Main
Fifth (5th) Bedroom13 x 10Upper
Fourth (4th) Bedroom13 x 12Upper

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Updated: January - 27 - 2026

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