5921 Chicago Avenue S Minneapolis, MN 55417

$534,900
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5 Beds  |  3 Baths  |  2,695 Sq Ft  |  Duplex  |  MLS # 7139419
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  • Two homes, one compelling South Mpls location. Framed by mature trees and landscaping, this stone-front duplex pairs storybook curb appeal with a lifestyle that reaches beyond the home. Moments from Kowalski’s, Diamond Lake, Minnehaha Creek & more.
    Two homes, one compelling South Mpls location. Framed by mature trees and landscaping, this stone-front duplex pairs storybook curb appeal with a lifestyle that reaches beyond the home. Moments from Kowalski’s, Diamond Lake, Minnehaha Creek & more.
  • A wide arch in 5923 connects the living and dining rooms while giving each its own space. Wood floors, multiple windows and room for a full dining table make the layout practical for daily living and guests.
    A wide arch in 5923 connects the living and dining rooms while giving each its own space. Wood floors, multiple windows and room for a full dining table make the layout practical for daily living and guests.
  • Both kitchens offer fabulous wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and a gas range, making everyday cooking inviting. The dining area just through the doorway of 5923 kitchen is seen here.
    Both kitchens offer fabulous wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and a gas range, making everyday cooking inviting. The dining area just through the doorway of 5923 kitchen is seen here.
  • Tall wood cabinets provide substantial storage for groceries and cookware, with more cabinets and counter space across the kitchen. A gas range and stainless steel appliances complete the setup.
    Tall wood cabinets provide substantial storage for groceries and cookware, with more cabinets and counter space across the kitchen. A gas range and stainless steel appliances complete the setup.
  • Getting ready is easier when everything has a place. Closet storage and room for dressers keep clothes close at hand, while an insulated window brings in plenty of light into this wood-floored bedroom.
    Getting ready is easier when everything has a place. Closet storage and room for dressers keep clothes close at hand, while an insulated window brings in plenty of light into this wood-floored bedroom.
  • Wake up to light from windows on two walls. Wood floors and space for a bed, bedside table and dressers make it easy to arrange a bedroom around the way you live.
    Wake up to light from windows on two walls. Wood floors and space for a bed, bedside table and dressers make it easy to arrange a bedroom around the way you live.
  • A soak after a long day or a quick start to the morning. The tiled tub surround, vanity storage and glass-block window pair everyday function with natural light and privacy.
    A soak after a long day or a quick start to the morning. The tiled tub surround, vanity storage and glass-block window pair everyday function with natural light and privacy.
  • Grill dinner, gather under the pergola and enjoy room to play on the lawn. A paved patio, established garden beds and wood fencing make the backyard a place to spend more of your day outside.
    Grill dinner, gather under the pergola and enjoy room to play on the lawn. A paved patio, established garden beds and wood fencing make the backyard a place to spend more of your day outside.
  • Head upstairs at the end of the day to a bedroom set apart from the main living spaces. Features updated double windows, hardwood floors, closet storage and room for the furniture you use every day.
    Head upstairs at the end of the day to a bedroom set apart from the main living spaces. Features updated double windows, hardwood floors, closet storage and room for the furniture you use every day.
  • Space for bedside tables, your favorite dresser and books within reach. This reverse view shows a bedroom that accommodates everyday living, with paired windows and wood floors continuing into the hall.
    Space for bedside tables, your favorite dresser and books within reach. This reverse view shows a bedroom that accommodates everyday living, with paired windows and wood floors continuing into the hall.
  • Start the day off well with a bathroom just down the hall from the bedrooms. Window light, a pedestal sink and wall shelving make this a convenient stop before heading downstairs for coffee.
    Start the day off well with a bathroom just down the hall from the bedrooms. Window light, a pedestal sink and wall shelving make this a convenient stop before heading downstairs for coffee.
  • Gather downstairs, retreat upstairs. The landing connects the bedrooms and bath on a separate level, giving the home a natural division between shared living space and personal space.
    Gather downstairs, retreat upstairs. The landing connects the bedrooms and bath on a separate level, giving the home a natural division between shared living space and personal space.
  • A desk by the windows, a chair for reading and room to stretch out. This upstairs bedroom brings sleep, work and downtime together, with wood floors and paired windows overlooking the trees.
    A desk by the windows, a chair for reading and room to stretch out. This upstairs bedroom brings sleep, work and downtime together, with wood floors and paired windows overlooking the trees.
  • Spacious and quiet bedroom for your furnishings and wardrobe without giving up room to live. This reverse view shows closet storage, space for a large dresser and a clear path to the upstairs bath..
    Spacious and quiet bedroom for your furnishings and wardrobe without giving up room to live. This reverse view shows closet storage, space for a large dresser and a clear path to the upstairs bath..
  • Movie night, game day or a place to catch up with friends. This carpeted lower-level living space has room for a sofa and extra seating, with two high windows bringing in natural light.
    Movie night, game day or a place to catch up with friends. This carpeted lower-level living space has room for a sofa and extra seating, with two high windows bringing in natural light.
  • 5923’s cozy lower-level retreat with carpeted floors, a high window and closet storage offers space to read or unwind.
    5923’s cozy lower-level retreat with carpeted floors, a high window and closet storage offers space to read or unwind.
  • Spread out and enjoy cooking in 5921 kitchen. Generous counters give you room to prep, plate and serve, while wood cabinetry keeps cookware close at hand. A gas range, dishwasher and tile backsplash round out 5921’s kitchen.
    Spread out and enjoy cooking in 5921 kitchen. Generous counters give you room to prep, plate and serve, while wood cabinetry keeps cookware close at hand. A gas range, dishwasher and tile backsplash round out 5921’s kitchen.
  • A long counter provides generous prep space beside the sink. The gas range, stainless steel appliances and direct connection to the dining room make this kitchen practical for cooking and serving.
    A long counter provides generous prep space beside the sink. The gas range, stainless steel appliances and direct connection to the dining room make this kitchen practical for cooking and serving.
  • Laundry fits into life at home. Front-loading machines, a utility sink and room to hang clothes make this lower-level area a practical place to wash, air-dry and keep supplies together.
    Laundry fits into life at home. Front-loading machines, a utility sink and room to hang clothes make this lower-level area a practical place to wash, air-dry and keep supplies together.
  • Room for the practical side of life. This lower-level utility area has space for shelving, tools and household supplies, with laundry nearby and open floor space to keep everything within reach.
    Room for the practical side of life. This lower-level utility area has space for shelving, tools and household supplies, with laundry nearby and open floor space to keep everything within reach.
  • Fit a workout into your day without leaving home. Currently arranged for cardio and stretching, this lower-level space shows room for exercise equipment and mats, apart from the main living areas.
    Fit a workout into your day without leaving home. Currently arranged for cardio and stretching, this lower-level space shows room for exercise equipment and mats, apart from the main living areas.
  • Think beyond storage. A fourth bedroom, home office or more living space? This unfinished attic invites you to explore what’s next, with open floor space and window light. Conversion is subject to feasibility and required approvals.
    Think beyond storage. A fourth bedroom, home office or more living space? This unfinished attic invites you to explore what’s next, with open floor space and window light. Conversion is subject to feasibility and required approvals.
  • Seasonal decor, luggage and the things you don’t need every day. This unfinished attic offers room to keep them out of your living spaces, with a wood-plank floor and window light.
    Seasonal decor, luggage and the things you don’t need every day. This unfinished attic offers room to keep them out of your living spaces, with a wood-plank floor and window light.
  • A place for cars, bikes, tools and seasonal gear. The detached garage offers useful storage, electric service and new door openers, with raised garden beds just outside for summer growing.
    A place for cars, bikes, tools and seasonal gear. The detached garage offers useful storage, electric service and new door openers, with raised garden beds just outside for summer growing.
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Own two homes in one compelling South Minneapolis location. This stone-front side-by-side duplex offers two leased residences today and the possibility of living in one while renting the other when the existing leases allow. Wood floors, comfortable living spaces and practical kitchens give each home everyday appeal. At 5923, an arched opening connects the living and dining rooms, with a lower-level family room for more space to spread out. Outside, the pergola-covered patio, lawn and garden beds offer room to relax, play and grill; a detached two-stall garage adds parking and storage. Kowalski’s is up Chicago Avenue, with Diamond Lake, Pearl Park and Minnehaha Creek nearby. It’s a property a buyer can hold as a rental or make part of their own South Minneapolis life.


Listing courtesy of Carson Brooks, Lakes Area Realty

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Property Type: Other
Status: Active
Contingency Type: None
Year Built: 1947
MLS #: 7139419
Bedrooms: 5
Square Feet: 2,695
Price Per Square Foot: $198
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Description: Assigned, Detached Garage, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Shared Garage/Stall
Sewer Description: City Sewer/Connected
Water: City Water/Connected
Heat Type: Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Basement: Block, Daylight/Lookout Windows, Partially Finished, Single Tenant Access
Foundation Type: Block
Construction Description: Frame
Roof Description: Asphalt
Days On Market (Continuous): 0
Disability Features: None
Latest Update: 11/10/2026
List Date: 10/01/2026
Listing Agent ID: 502011507
Listing Office: Lakes Area Realty
Listing Office ID: 6508
Data Source: NorthstarMLS - The Regional MLS of Minnesota
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Exterior Features: Stone, Cedar, Stucco
Fence: Partial, Privacy, Wood
Lot Dimensions: 51 x 118
Lot Size: 0.14 Acres
Pool Description: None
Lot Features: Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Tree Coverage - Light
School District: Minneapolis
Tax Year: 2026
Estimated Taxes: $7,508
Contingency Type: None
City: Minneapolis
Zip: 55417
County: Hennepin
Subdivision: Diamond Lake Terrace
State: MN

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