Still on Lake Time.
Hey, it's Wednesday — in case you were wondering. Everyone's still in a post-4th of July weekend stupor, and this heatwave is lulling everyone into daydreaming.
If you're looking to keep that lakeside long-weekend feeling going every day, I think I've got the house for you. Move quickly, though — this fairytale Tudor just south of Lake Nokomis is already lining up suitors.
If you know me, you know I love old homes. Character built up over years of life lived in and around them. And I'm not the only one — this month, Sotheby's International Realty is talking about Tudors too.
A stately 1936 English Tudor in south Minneapolis, on a rare 100 x 160 lot, steps from Lake Nokomis, Minnehaha Creek, and the Chain of Lakes trail.
Four bedrooms, three baths, and over 3,000 finished square feet — thoughtfully updated without losing a single detail of character. Stone entry surround, arched plaster doorways, dark wood millwork, and a stone fireplace anchored between windows framing the deep front yard.
The freshly renovated kitchen features quartzite countertops and custom cabinetry, flowing into an informal dining room anchored by a cocktail bar with glass-front cabinetry and beverage refrigerator, with French doors opening directly to a sitting porch made for long summer evenings. A sunroom off the living room adds a quiet, light-filled retreat. A private main floor office, powder room, and a mudroom with substantial custom built-in storage complete the first floor. The formal dining room, with original corner built-ins and chandelier, makes any dinner party feel like an occasion.
Upstairs, the primary suite addition is its own reward — vaulted ceiling, a walk-in closet with custom shelving on both sides, and a private bath with double vanity, glass-enclosed rain shower in navy and white tile, and hex floors. Three additional well-proportioned bedrooms and a second full bath with classic basket-weave tile round out the second floor.
The lower level is made for living: a generous media room with recessed lighting and room for a sectional, plus a dedicated hobby room. Outside, a pergola-covered stone patio opens to one of the most remarkable backyards in the neighborhood — professionally landscaped with mature plantings and nine-zone irrigation.
Kitchen remodel by TreHus Builders (2024). Primary suite addition by Northrup Remodeling (2020). Landscaping by Tangletown Gardens. Roof replaced 2020. Furnace and AC new April 2021, under warranty through 2031. PEX plumbing throughout.
If that Tudor's got you dreaming, don't just look — come see it. Photos never quite capture the light in a room like that, and this one deserves an in-person visit before it's gone.
And if lake life has you thinking bigger picture — whether it's this house or the right one for you — I'm just a reply or a call away. No pressure, no script.
Stay cool out there.
Natasha Cejudo
What neighborhoods does Natasha Cejudo serve? Natasha Cejudo focuses on the Saint Paul neighborhoods of Macalester Groveland, Highland Park, Summit Hill, and Summit University, along with select Minneapolis listings, offering local market expertise across these distinct communities.
What is WOW? WOW is Natasha Cejudo's weekly newsletter covering Twin Cities life, home and design, and real estate — blending personal essays, seasonal homeowner guidance, curated design finds, and featured listings.
What is the current Twin Cities real estate market like? Market conditions shift regularly; for the most current average sales price data and trends across the Twin Cities, reach out to Natasha Cejudo directly for an up-to-date read.
Who is Natasha Cejudo? Natasha Cejudo is a real estate advisor with Sotheby's International Realty in the Twin Cities, specializing in Saint Paul's Macalester Groveland, Highland Park, Summit Hill, and Summit University neighborhoods.
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