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256 Russell Avenue S
256 Russell Avenue S
256 Russell Avenue S
256 Russell Avenue S
256 Russell Avenue S

256 Russell Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405 - MLS# 7130258

MLS® #: 7130258|Days on Market: 60|Listed: Aug 23, 2026

$475,000

$495,000↓ 4.0%
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Square Feet
2,380
Acres
0.12
Year Built
1900
Property Type
Residential Income
Heating
Natural Gas
Garages
2
Days on Market
60
School District
1 - Minneapolis

This well kept duplex in the heart of quaint little Bryn Mawr. Tons of updates throughout with remodeled kitchens and professionally built new retaining wall, pavers and landscaping. Perfect for owner occupier buyer or investor with strong rental demand and low turn over. All original woodwork trim and hardwood floors throughout w/ 2 identical 2bed/1bath units. 2 Car garage, lots of storage in basement, great back yard, and upper level deck for grilling. Washer/dryer in basement and gas and electric utilities are separate. Each unit has a private rear deck and great tree cover for shade and some privacy. Every window was inspected by an expert who opened every casement and lubricated the pulls. Recent updates in the last few years include: new sewer line to street, retaining wall (2022), new LL Fridge, new Carrara quartz counters in both units, (no stainingor resealing, regular yearly maintenance on boilers, new water heater (2018), and more!

256 Russell Avenue S, Minneapolis, MN 55405

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Interior Information

BasementUnfinished
HeatingBoiler
FuelNatural Gas
LaundryIn Basement

Size & Levels

LevelsTwo
Total Finished Sq Ft3,570 sq ft
Above Grade Finished2,380 sq ft
Main Level Finished1,190 sq ft

Exterior & Parking

ExteriorStucco
FoundationPermanent
Patio / PorchDeck
Garage Stalls2
Garage Size21x20 (420 sq ft)
ParkingDetached Garage

Lot & Utilities

Property SubtypeDuplex Up and Down
Lot Size0.12 acres
Lot Dimensions40x128
Lot DescriptionCorner Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
TownshipMinneapolis
CountyHennepin
SewerCity Sewer/Connected
WaterCity Water/Connected
Road FrontageCity Street

Financial & Tax Information

Annual Taxes$8,390
Tax Year2026
Tax w/ Assessments$8,390
Assessment PendingNo
Parcel Number2902924110119
Financing OptionsConventional, VA, FHA, Cash, Special Funding
List TypeExclusive Right To Sell

Location

Call 612-356-2121For Showings and Questions

Neighborhood at a Glance

In this neighborhood, homes were most commonly built in 1939 or earlier, about 86% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, and the average commute is 17 minutes.

Cost of Ownership

Median home value

$492,700

Higher than the Minneapolis median

The midpoint of estimated values for owner-occupied homes.

Median property taxes paid

$6,248/yr

Higher than the Minneapolis median

The midpoint of annual property taxes paid by homeowners.

Typical monthly owner costs (with mortgage)

$2,637/mo

Higher than the Minneapolis median

Median monthly housing costs for owners with a mortgage.

Typical monthly owner costs (no mortgage)

$851/mo

Similar to the Minneapolis median

Median monthly housing costs for owners without a mortgage.

Median rent

$1,677/mo

Higher than the Minneapolis median

The midpoint of monthly gross rent, including utilities.

Homes in the Area

Owner-occupied homes

86%

Higher than Minneapolis overall

The share of occupied homes lived in by their owners.

Median year built

1938

Similar to the Minneapolis median

The midpoint of years when homes in the area were built.

Home age by decade

The share of homes built during each period.

  • 2000-20094%
  • 1960-19697%
  • 1950-19598%
  • 1940-194916%
  • 1939 or earlier52%

Types of homes

The share of housing units in each building type.

  • Single-family detached85%
  • Townhome / attached4%

Getting Around

Average commute

17 min

Lower than the Minneapolis median

The average one-way travel time to work for commuters.

How people get to work

The share of workers using each listed way to get to work.

  • Drive alone42%
  • Carpool10%
  • Walk or bike7%
  • Work from home36%

Homes with broadband

99%

Higher than Minneapolis overall

The share of households with a broadband internet subscription.

Estimates for the surrounding census tract, not this specific home.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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Listed by: Jason Mitchell Group
Source: NorthstarMLS

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