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5811 Portland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55417

Status: Off Market

3 beds 3 baths
2,679 sq ft 2 garage spaces

WELCOME HOME

Get to know this property.

Stunning updated home with northwest views of Diamond Lake in South Minneapolis. Welcome to 5811 Portland Avenue, a beautifully updated home perfectly positioned with northwest facing views of Diamond Lake, offering incredible sunsets and true indoor outdoor living in one of South Minneapolis most desirable locations. Step inside to discover gorgeous hardwood floors, a renovated kitchen with modern finishes and a new gas range installed in 2024, and thoughtfully updated spaces throughout. The main level features refreshed lighting installed in 2025, a cozy new electric fireplace added in 2025, custom wainscoting and display shelving, and fresh paint throughout the home completed between 2023 and 2025, creating a warm and elevated feel from the moment you walk in. This home offers exceptional functionality with multiple living and entertaining spaces, including three separate patio and deck areas designed to maximize the lake views and outdoor experience. The fully fenced backyard completed in 2023 has been enhanced with new sod installed in 2025 and professionally designed landscaping with perennial gardens added in 2024 and 2025, providing a private and inviting outdoor retreat. Major mechanical and exterior updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof, siding, and driveway completed in 2020, a newer garage built in 2021, and a sewer line replacement completed in 2023. Additional updates include a newer washer and dryer installed in 2020 and updated flooring in the office completed in 2023. Enjoy the rare opportunity to own a move in ready home with modern updates, timeless character, and direct proximity to Diamond Lake, all while being just minutes from parks, trails, shopping, dining, and everything South Minneapolis has to offer.

The details that matter.

General Property Information for 5811 Portland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55417 - MLS# 7017500
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Total Bedrooms:
3
3 BR on One Level:
Yes
Total Bathrooms:
3
Full Baths:
1
3/4 Baths:
1
1/2 Baths:
1
1/4 Baths:
0
Bath Description:
3/4 Basement, Main Floor 1/2 Bath, Upper Level Full Bath
Size and Home
Year Built:
1941
Type of Property:
Single Family Home
Style:
Single Family
Stories/Levels:
2 Stories
Total SqFt:
2,679
Total Fnsh'd SqFt:
2,397
Above Ground SqFt:
1,863
Finished Above Grade:
1,863
Below Ground SqFt:
816
Finished Below Grade:
534
Garage Stalls:
2
Garage SqFt:
532
Main Floor SqFt:
1,032
Approx Lot Dimensions:
59 x 118
Approx Number of Acres:
0.16

A closer look at the location.

35W to Diamond Lake Road turn East to Portland turn South to home.

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