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$ 850,000

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4 Beds

4 Baths

4,323 SqFt

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$ 850,000

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4 Beds

4 Baths

4,323 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,323 sqft

Price per Sqft $196

Subdivision Brookside Sub

MLS Listing ID 6583055

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 1

Half Baths 1

Three Quarter Bath 2

Year Built 1961

Annual Tax Amount $6,494

Tax Year 2025

Contingent None

Lot Size 2.100 Acres

Acres 2.1

Lot Dimensions Irregular

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

An exceptional home and opportunity awaits! The Hong House on Heath Creek was originally constructed next to the grounds of Saint Olaf College in 1940, and was later moved down the hill, to its present site along 340 feet of Heath Creek shoreline. It was then expanded and later benefited from extensive updating in the 2000's. Created and built by the owners, Dr. Howard Hong and wife Edna, enhanced by the design expertise of Dr. Hong's friend and colleague, Art Professor Arnold Flaten, the home is a masterpiece. This home is grand and robust, and at the same time, infused with a welcoming playfulness, a perfect reflection of the extraordinary couple who built and nurtured this extraordinary home. Set upon 2 parcels totaling 2 acres, among professionally landscaped grounds, with meandering aggregate paths, a circular drive, with decks and patio spaces, this country estate is a sanctuary but still within view of Saint Olaf College and just a mile from the city. At over 4300 finished square feet, with 5 fireplace features, four bedroom and four baths, three living and food prep areas, a library, flex and sitting rooms, sauna, indoor whirlpool, zoned heating and so much more, the home offers an endless array of possibilities. Rich construction elements are found everywhere, with a heavy emphasis on limestone and wood, the home offering two distinct moods. The upper level is bright, open, vaulted and bright, with a stunning array of windows, with a decided Scandinavian flare. The lower level has a grotto type feel, with earthy ceramic tile floors running throughout, and darker woods and more cozy spaces. Two “stacks” on the upper level feature a library and a large flex room. The home received an extensive makeover between 2006 – 2025. New insulated cedar shake roof in 2006, new insulated flat roof and new skylights in 2022, multiple new Pella Architectural grade windows in 2008, remodeled sauna and hottub in 2010, electrical updates in 2012 and 2023, new sidewalks, garage apron and paved circular driveway in 2014, new septic system and well in 2021, new Aqua Water Softening System in 2022, a newly remodeled kitchen in 2023 with brand new, high end appliances, and new chimney liners, new caps and retucking. During 2024 – 2025, a lower level bath received a new ceiling and new shower valves, drain tile and a sump pump was added, new sliding glass doors, some front siding replacement, a radon mitigation system were also added. Through effort, and extensive investment, the home is now in outstanding condition and move-in-ready for you. No other home is like this one, a home perfect for people who relish life, just like the couple who created it.

Location

State MN

County Rice

Zoning Residential-Single Family

Body of Water Heath Creek

Rooms

Basement Block, Drain Tiled, Egress Window(s), Finished, Full, Storage/Locker, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Walkout

Dining Room Living/Dining Room

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Fireplace(s)

Cooling Central Air

Fireplaces Number 5

Fireplaces Type Decorative, Gas, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Owned

Exterior

Parking Features Attached Garage, Asphalt, Shared Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Tuckunder Garage

Garage Spaces 2.0

Waterfront Description Creek/Stream

Roof Type Age Over 8 Years,Flat,Rubber,Wood

Building

Lot Description Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium

Story Two

Foundation 3050

Sewer Mound Septic, Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes

Water Private, Well

Level or Stories Two

Structure Type Brick/Stone,Wood Siding

New Construction false

Schools

School District Northfield

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Chuck Eckberg

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chuck.eckberg@results.net

+1(651) 246-6639

604 Bielenberg Dr, Suite 100 Woodbury MN, 55125

5228 90th ST E Northfield, MN 55057

Chuck Eckberg

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