Real Estate
Renovated Tudor in Fern Hill asks $625K

Photo: Spacecrafting, courtesy of Kim Pease and Marcy Libby with Pease & Libby Realtors
This move-in ready Fern Hill Tudor just hit the market for $625,000.
- Located at 2664 Inglewood Ave. S. in St. Louis Park, the charming house sits just west of Cedar Lake.
Why we love it: Custom renovations such as the farmhouse-style kitchen amp up the home's 1930s craftsmanship.
Redevelopment of Edina Macy's furniture would bring housing and offices

This layout shows two office towers on France Avenue and behind them are two apartment buildings. Image: City of Edina
Developers can't get enough of the Southdale area.
The latest: The Macy's Furniture Gallery on France Avenue is slated to be demolished and replaced with two office towers and two apartment buildings totaling 430 units.
Luxury condo in Downtown East Minneapolis asks $725K

Photo: Spacecrafting, courtesy of Brady Kroll with Edina Realty, Inc.
This swanky Mill District condo with walls of windows and a spacious layout is asking $725,000.
- Located at 1240 S. Second St. in Minneapolis, the building is packed with amenities like an outdoor pool, pet spa and cardio and yoga rooms.
From motel to affordable housing: Two Minneapolis signs up for auction

The Metro Inn and Aqua City Motel signs. Photos: Google Maps
Two old Minneapolis motel signs have been put up for auction as Hennepin County prepares to convert the buildings into affordable housing units.
- The starting bid for each sign was $5. As of Thursday afternoon, Metro Inn's is up to $18, while Aqua City Motel's is over $520.
Builders are favoring apartments over houses in Twin Cities


The building of new housing in the Twin Cities is being dominated by apartments.
What's happening: Single family home building has slowed dramatically due to rising interest rates, while construction of apartments is staying hot.
Vintage dream in Diamond Lake asks $395K

Photo: SinghShots, courtesy of Anderson Realty
This colorful, mid-century gem in Diamond Lake just hit the market for $395,000.
- Located at 6030 Columbus Ave., the brick rambler is bursting with stylish renovations.
Why we love it: Sleek appliances and effortless oak floors enhance the home's character while bringing it into the modern day.
Highland Bridge development progresses, but apartments still stuck

Photo: Nick Halter/Axios
St. Paul's Highland Bridge development took another step forward this week with the opening of a new medical office building anchored by M Health Fairview.
State of play: Construction is also underway on three affordable housing complexes on the 122-acre site.
Twin Cities hot home: Eye-catching Ericsson home asks $395K

Photo: Virtuance, courtesy of Matt Folkerds with Source One Realty
This forest green charmer is packed with custom details and was just listed for $395,000.
- Tucked near Minnehaha Creek, the heavily updated home is located at 4730 31st Ave. S. in Ericsson, Minneapolis.
Why we love it: Barn doors, exposed beams and a sweet backyard setup refresh the 1920s-era abode.

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