Discover one of only six original brownstone rowhouses built in 1889, located in the Washburn Fair Oaks Mansion District of the Whittier neighborhood. This beautifully maintained townhouse sits within a designated Historic Preservation District that includes the Minneapolis Institute of Arts (MIA), the Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD), Fair Oaks Park, and several architecturally significant mansions. Just two blocks from vibrant Eat Street (Nicollet Avenue)—with its restaurants, cafés, and entertainment—and a half block from the newly redesigned 1st Avenue South (rebuilt in 2025 with bike lanes and traffic-calming improvements), this home offers a direct, easy route to downtown Minneapolis. Well-maintained townhouse with distinctive late 19th Century architectural features: carved Newel post, hardwood floors with walnut inlay, 9ft ceilings, six-panel ash doors with recessed panels. Original windows on south facing main level. Wood burning fireplace in living room with original mantel and tile surround. Main floor kitchen designed by Mueschler Cabinetry with custom cabinets, butcher block counters and exposed brick wall. Private patio with brick pavers on the north side of the townhome. Juliet balcony on the second floor.

Create Your Dream Home. Unlock the potential of this spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo located on the top (4th) floor of the highly sought-after Overlook Condominiums, a quality all-brick building set on substantial private, wooded acreage. This residence offers a rare chance to fully remodel and customize a home to your taste in a peaceful, park-like setting that feels worlds away yet remains close to everything.
The condo features a wrap-around sunroom (square footage not included) with lovely views of the meticulously manicured grounds, abundant wildlife, and tranquil surroundings, along with a wood-burning fireplace that adds warmth and character. Residents enjoy an exceptional array of amenities, including a large party room with kitchen and fireplace, a sitting area with a wall of windows overlooking the deck and expansive property views, anindoor pool, hot tub, and sauna, exercise room, wood shop, and tennis court. The unit includes two heated underground garage stalls, a large private storage room, and access to a dedicated car-wash stall. Major building updates include a rubber membrane roof replaced in 2016, separate rooftop AC units for each condo, and a building that is plumbed for gas fireplaces. The monthly HOA covers all utilities except electricity, cable, and telephone, adding ease and value.
Ideally located just two blocks from the river and bike paths that connect to the city-wide trail system, with convenient access to the airport, Overlook Condominiums is truly a gem. So beloved that many residents who move away return upon coming back to Minnesota, this is your chance to transform a diamond in the rough into a home you’ll love for years to come.