Real Estate Guide - April/May 2021

APRIL/MAY 2021

ALEXANDRIA LAKES AREA

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An Echo Press publication • Alexandria, MN

Representing Alexandria’s Finest Properties

LOT 24 BLK 1 Lake Jessie Meadows Townhome Association Mulberry Plan $335,000 (NEW LISTING)

LOT 10 BLK 1 Lake Jessie Meadows Townhome Association Brookvale Plan $399,000 (NEW LISTING)

1003 S LE HOMME DIEU DR. NE In the Heart of the Chain $639,000 (SOLD)

4502 JESSIE VIEW DR SE Stunning New Construction on Jessie $319,000 (SOLD)

716 11TH AVE E Right next to Beautiful Noonan’s Park $250,000 (SOLD)

2729 ARROWWOOD DR NW Luxury Townhome on Darling $455,000 (SOLD)

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Sharon Quernemoen 23 Years of Experience

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Geneva Estates North TOWNHOME ASSOCIATION LIVING

WITH YARD & DRIVEWAY MAINTENANCE PROVIDED Lots have paved street, curb and underground utilities, natural gas and sewer, underground irrigation.

$39,900 to $54,900

Choose your golf course view!

THE “ROCKBURY” Dreaming of building.... a home, choose Rockbury’s lots. Westside unique views throughout the development and nice park for the kids. 3.5 miles from Alexandria Co. Rd. 82 West. Left on town Hall Rd. to sign on left.

Tar roads, curb & gutter, city sewer.

$31,500 to $37,500

HORIZON HEIGHTS 4 Remaining Lots! Close to Lake Latoka Beach & 3 Miles to the Mall! There are some walkout lots. Paved street, underground utilities, natural gas & city sewer. West of town, East of Lake Latoka on Fireman’s Lodge.

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MLS#5683763 • $1,200,000 • 5 Acres w/Addl 4.62 Acres Available • Potential Bed & Breakfast, Wedding Venue, VRBO, • Could Be An Extension To DWNT Alex • On Lake Agnes, Over 800 Feet Of Frontage • 6 Bed/6 Bath Including Apartment & Granny Flat

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MLS#5630529 • $450,000 $449,900 • 124 feet of level lakeshore • Meticulous 5 bed, 4 bath • 3752 square feet • Over 5,000 sq feet • Currently a business, could be • Massive LL family rm, gaming area, kitchette. a spectacular single family home

ATTENTION DEVELOPERS!

SOLD Lake Latoka Access! $389,900 • Gorgeous 2 story • Lake Latoka Access • Sought after neighborhood.

• Inviting, quality, move in ready.

$22,900 • Business opportunity - no real estate included.

• Lease option available on existing location.

COMMERCIAL BUILDING, EXCELLENT INVESTMENT!

MLS#5685821 $265,000 • 4.62 acres • Prime development land. Ideal for a planned unit development

Our experience with Heidi couldn’t have been better! Her knowledge of the lakes area and real estate market was amazing. Heidi was professional, kind and was always available.

We highly recommend Heidi!

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Heidi is the consummate professional. Her expertise was evident from her initial meeting with us to all the way through closing. When Heidi presented her market analysis to us it was obvious she had a complete command of lakefront property as well as the surrounding area.

Heidi was instrumental in selling our home because of her willingness to go the extra mile. When we needed contacts to complete some work around the house she immediately came up with names who showed up quickly because of her reputation. We had an exceptional experience in selling our home-thank you Heidi.

Gary and Lee Blount

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MLS#5695317 $1,150,000 • Metal frame, steel clad 11,752 finished sq feet • 2.87 acres in the industrial park • Excellent 1031 exchange opportunitycurrently leased We can’t speak highly enough of Heidi! She makes the experience fun and takes the pressure off of us and the buyer/ seller. Heidi is dedicated, genuine, and knowledgeable. She offers great advice and guidance. You can’t go wrong with Heidi as your real estate agent.

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Swartz Brothers Associates, Inc. 210 Main St. Box 550 Starbuck, MN 56381

Your Choice: 7 Single Family Building Lots in the Village of Baycrest, Glenwood. Shared 1,000 ft sand beach on Lake Minnewaska. Swimming pool and more. Investigate today. Your choice at $25,000 each or $175,000 for all. SBA 21-107 MLS 5708963

LAKE OSCAR BUILDING LOTS. Large residential lakeshore lots in newer Loon Point neighborhood. Easy access from I94 and Alexandria. These lots are level with mature trees, private, and pristine shoreline. The road is paved and electric service is at the road. Oscar is a 1040 acre lake that offers excellent fishing, sunsets, and the call of loons! $65,000

LAKE LOTS ON Crooked • Grove Oscar • Pelican

Newer development. Large SF residential building lots just minutes South of Glenwood. Roads and electric are in. Priced to sell and well below EMV of $27,200. $22,000 SBA 21-104 MLS 5555343

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LAKE OSCAR BUILDING LOTS. Large residential lakeshore lots in newer Loon Point neighborhood.

Easy access from I94 and Alexandria. These lots are level with mature trees, private, and pristine shoreline.

The road is paved and electric service is at the road.

Oscar is a 1040 acre lake that offers excellent fishing, sunsets, and the call of loons! $65,000 SBA 20-141 MLS 5518344

320-634-4000

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Lake Pelican - Glenwood, MN 150’ frontage, 1 acre lot with mature trees and blacktop road.

Bring your house plan! Only $89,900 SBA 20190 MLS 5692162

Wooded & Wonderful! Lot has an “Up North” feeling as it is heavily wooded w/seasonal flowing stream, abundant wildlife & ez to afford. Only $49,900 SBA 20-186 MLS 5683600

Partially wooded location on Grove Lake.

1.26 acres with 150’ frontage. Possible CFD. Submit. $44,900 owner/agent SBA 20-137 MLS 5577782

Roads are in - electric available. 40.8 acres near Grove Lake. Over 5,000’ of road frontage.

29.1 acres in CRP. $204,000 SBA 20-139 MLS 5577906

What are you thinking? 5 lots in Glenwood.

Great location - 1 block off Franklin Street (Hwy 29) and 2 blocks to downtown. Currently zoned commercial. Bring your plans! Only $65,000 for all. Possible split into 2 parcels. SBA 20-127 MLS 5572701

COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL FARM/HUNTING LAKESHORE FARM/HUNTING

LAKESHORE

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2 South Franklin St., Glenwood, MN 56334

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320-239-2282

Over 2,800 Sales Closed!

Wendell cropland! 245.07 acres with 237.58 tillable. 79.8 weighted productivity index includes 18 acre former gravel pit. $1,045,500 SBA 20102 MLS 5518046

Easy access on this partially wooded Grove Lake lot. 1.37 acre with 150’ frontage. Bring a dream! Bring a tent! Possible CFD. Submit. $44,900 owner/agent SBA 20-138 MLS 5577821

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105 Acres of mixed use land in Kandiyohi County just SE of Sunburg. Tract(s) consist of productive 68 +/- acres of tillable fields, 37 +/- acres enrolled in CRP makes for good hunting spots scattered among the land. $400,000 SBA 20-160 MLS 5634629

West Central MN Golf Course. Great 18-hole course on the prairie with clubhouse and large shop/storage shed. Includes all equipment necessary. Offered at $798,000 SBA 21-103 MLS 5710841

Excellent 43,000+ SF West Central Minnesota Commercial warehouse currently leased NNN w/double digit CAP rate. Investigate Today! $895,000 SBA 20-111 MLS 5504042

Doing Real Estate Different

Expect More • Expect Better Realtor® 320-808-7279 becca@kvalerealestate.com fb.me/youralexandriarealtor

Mortgage Rates are Low! Refinance | New Purchase | Construction

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CABINS & LAND

• Seasonal Cabins • Hunting Land, Bare Land, and Lot Loans • Loans Available Outside Conventional Guidelines

WE HAVE WHAT YOU NEED – JUST ASK!

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Philip Zimpel

Home Loan Consultant NMLS #2006202 d: (320) 460-7489 e: pzimpel@mmfcu.org

Loans subject to credit approval, certain restrictions apply. Equal Housing Lender. Federally insured by NCUA.

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SIMONSON IS READY TO DO YOUR HEAVY LIFTING We look forward to building with you!

Alexandria Yard, 1802 Fillmore St. | 320-763-5143

LOCALLY OWNED BANK/LOCALLY SERVICED LOANS

Vicki Berberich NMLS#757029 FOR ALL YOUR MORTGAGE LOAN NEEDS

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PUT YOUR REAL ESTATE TRANSACTION IN THE RIGHT HANDS!

“I am applying for a job, I want to be your Realtor.”

WITH MY 40+ YEARS EXPERIENCE, I WILL WORK FOR YOU TO GET THE RESULT YOU • Real Estate Broker since 1978 • Previous Title Agent • Certified Appraiser • Previous Real Estate Instructor • REALTOR® Emeritus Status • Realtor Of The Year Award, 3 Times

For newest listings to my website.

GloriaIverson.EdinaRealty.com GloriaIverson@edinarealty.com 320.491.1182

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Stu Wood

Broker Associate | GRI RSPS 320.491.2176 stuwood@edinarealty.com stuwoodedinarealty.com

Founded in community, built on integrity.

First time offered in over 70 years, ‘The Gorgeous Farm Place on 22’ is for sale!

You will be hardpressed to find a more beautiful stand of mature trees and rolling hills in Douglas County and located so perfectly near many lakes, Arrowwood Resort and only minutes to Alex! $399,500

31+ Acres!

PENDING

10 Acres!

Calling all horse owners!

Or maybe you are looking for a newer home on acreage not too far out?

Either way, this amazing property on 10 acres offers a premo location right across the road from Carlos State Park and walking distance to Lake Carlos public access! $389,900

Stu Wood Founded in community, built on integrity.

Prestige, class, and elegance is the illuminating feeling upon entering this nearly 12,000 sq.ft manor. This classic home located in the Geneva Estates has a MOVIE THEATRE, large recreational spaces, absolute stunning kitchen and maybe the best curb appeal in the lakes area! $1,529,000

Broker Associate | GRI RSPS 320.491.2176 stuwood@edinarealty.com stuwoodedinarealty.com

ATTENTION INVESTORS! Expand your portfolio or diversify your investments with this professional office building. This offering includes 5 units currently leased out to 4 excellent tenants along with a majority share and control of the CAM. $989,500

1,531 sq ft available in the Cornerstone Building!

Come join the excellent community this building offers!

Upper level suite. Building has 2 sets of steps, an elevator, excellent parking and lighting. Heat and electric included.

PENDING

Broadway Professional Building has 3 suites available!

This building is well maintained and arguably located on the most premier real estate in town.

Your Lake Carlos dream home is now available! Hard to believe but we finally have a gorgeous level lot with a stunning home offering Southern exposure all for under a million! $959,900

8.84 acres in the city limits ready to be developed! What a perfect spot to build some townhomes that are in very high demand here in Alexandria. BONUS This property and price includes an existing 3 bedroom home that has been well maintained $234,900

Nearly 60 acres located in the heart of Alexandria where all the action is at! This acreage offers many different opportunities for development and enjoyment! $199,900

One of the last available lots to build your home in Geneva Estates! $39,900

LAKE OSAKIS OASIS! Super well maintained 4+ bedroom property with awesome views over Lake Osakis. $275,000

PENDING

For Lease!

Great visibility from I-94!

BACKYARD BONANZA!!

Huge fenced in backyard perfect for privacy, kids or pets! $285,000

Lake Osakis! Level lot on the west side of this fabulous fishing lake ready for your new home! Not only does this lot offer 105’ of lakeshore but also 1/5 share in another level lots just a stone’s throw away. Call today! $44,900

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Commercial

Residential

We have Buyers!

For a hassle-free transaction, call us first!

JUST LISTED: COMMERCIAL B&B OR RESIDENTIAL

Alexandria area: 7458 39th Ave. NW, Garfield | 22 acres, 6 bdrms, 7 baths, 2 kitchens, 2 laundry rooms, 5300 sq ft, Morton Bldg

FOR SALE: HORSE PROPERTY

5 BR, 4 BA gorgeous horse property! 35 acres. Indoor arena, shop, barn, rounds pens, pastures, lighted pond with warming house, and more!

David L Johnson Broker/Owner

320-760-7558 Dave@orbcre.com

Janet J, MBA Realtor ®

320.762.2077 ext. 3

Janet.Zastrow@orbmgmt.com

Taylor Brown Realtor ®

320-766-3111 Taylor.Brown @orbmgmt.com

406 3rd Ave E, Alexandria, MN • 320.762.2077 • ORBRealEstate.com