Lori Gustafson

2501 France Avenue S

Minneapolis, MN
$ 1,750,000 Beds 5 Baths 5 Sq 6,610 Virtual Tour
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Inspired and Iconic. Proudly presenting this classic, French Provincial masterpiece, perfectly situated on exceptional, elevated .46 acre lot. The home is located in the highly desirable, rarely available, Cedar-Isles pocket between France Avenue and Cedar Lake Parkway. Its exemplary exterior is only surpassed by the charm, elegance and rich details found within. This home has had extensive updates and offers every imaginable feature for both comfortable living and elegant entertaining. The kitchen and family room are an absolute wow. This home has a truly gourmet kitchen which is creatively paired with a sensational, multi-level family room that walks out to the private pool and patio. You won’t want to leave! The living room and formal dining room are simply magnificent with generous spaces and exquisite details. Additionally, you will enjoy a main floor primary bedroom which is spacious and fully complimented with a sumptuous bathroom and massive dressing room. It also walks out to the private patio overlooking the pool. The main floor also offers 2 additional bedrooms (or office options), a beautiful ¾ bathroom with steamer shower, as well as a tastefully appointed powder room for your guests. Finally, the first floor is completed with a spacious vestibule-mudroom off the heated, 3-car attached garage! The second floor is a total charmer! A beautiful bedroom with ensuite full+ bathroom and massive walk-in closet. It’s enchanting!! And finally, you’ve never seen a lower-level like this!! The centerpiece is an amusement room that is unsurpassed! There is a classic bar with a complete kitchenette. It also includes a spacious and inviting seating area to enjoy your friends and family, make memories and enjoy your home to its fullest! There is also a huge bedroom with built in, tandem office space. Perfect for today’s needs. Also, a 3-quarter bathroom. There is an additional bonus room ideal as an exercise studio…and the most impressive laundry room you’ve ever seen!! All this, plus storage galore. Best of all is the backyard. Prepare to be transported to a peaceful hideaway…a literal Shangri la! Privacy and tranquility await. It is the perfect escape. 2501 France is a very special home and can now be yours. Come see!!

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 1,750,000
  • City
  • Minneapolis
  • Bedrooms
  • 5
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 4
  • County
  • HENNEPIN
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 2
  • Area
  • Basswood
  • Lot Size
  • 0.46 Acres
  • Zip
  • 55416
  • Sqr Footage
  • 6,610
  • Year Built
  • 1951
  • Taxes
  • $ 28010
  • Style
  • Single Family
  • MLS#
  • 6786647
Listed By: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lakes
Data Source: Northstar MLS (NSTAR)

Features

General

Living Area 6610
Sewer City Sewer/Connected
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air,Ductless Mini-Split
Garage Spaces 3
Pool Features Below Ground,Heated
Year Built 1951
Levels One and One Half
Property Subtype Single Family
Tax Year 2026
Accessibility Other
County Hennepin
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Contingency None
Subdivision Name Basswood
Full Baths 1
Directions Corner of France Avenue and West 25th Street.
City Saint Louis Park
High School District St. Louis Park
Zoning Description Residential-Single Family
Lot Size Units Acres
Property Attached Y/N No
Land Lease Y/N No
Tax Annual Amount 28010.2
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Virtual Tour https://tours.spacecrafting.com/n3d-g5pkqm
Standard Status Active
Lender Owned No
PostalCity Minneapolis

Interior Features

Basement Block,Full,Kitchenette,Owner Access
Total Fireplaces 3
Fireplace Features Amusement Room,Family Room,Gas,Wood Burning
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 4073
Half Baths 2
3/4 Baths 3
Total Bedrooms 5
Below Grade Finished Area 2537
Total Baths 6
Foundation Dimensions Irregular
Fuel Natural Gas
Garage Dimensions 29 x 21
Garage Square Feet 609

Exterior Features

Parking Features Attached Garage
Lot Features Corner Lot
Water Source City Water/Connected
Lot Size Area 0.46
Building Area Total 7458
Lot Dimensions 147 x 146 x 140 x 141
Waterfront Y/N No
Foundation Area 3245

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Faribault, MN office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

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Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

7/17/2026 Listed $1,995,000
7/17/2026 13% - $1,750,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 55416

Price
AVG $480K
$1.75M
Taxes
AVG $7,720
$28,010
Year Built
AVG 1967
1951
Visits
AVG 125
43
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2501 France Avenue S Minneapolis, MN is a Single Family Home for sale at $1750000 with 6610 sqft and a lot size of 0.46 Acres Acre(s). 2501 France Avenue S Minneapolis has 5 bedrooms, 4 baths and was built in 1951. The property's zip code is 55416 which is in Minneapolis, MN

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Lori Gustafson

Lori Gustafson

Broker Associate/Sales Agent

507-323-4348

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