$349,900
223 Joy Avenue SW Madelia, MN 56062
For Sale MLS# 7109526
3 beds 3 baths 3,778 sq ft Single Family
Details for 223 Joy Avenue SW
MLS# 7109526
Description for 223 Joy Avenue SW, Madelia, MN, 56062
Discover the perfect blend of country living and exceptional versatility on 5.63 acres across two parcels, conveniently located at the edge of town with city water and sewer. This unique property, located across the street from Hole 5 of the Madelia Golf Course, offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, numerous updates, and an incredible collection of outbuildings ideal for hobbyists, contractors, horse enthusiasts, or anyone needing abundant storage and workspace. The home features a spacious floor plan with a gas fireplace in the living room, an electric fireplace in the primary suite, and a three-season porch with a newly reshingled roof (2024) and venting for a future wood stove. Relax outdoors on the paver patio overlooking the beautiful acreage. The lower level, formerly used as a salon, offers abundant electrical outlets and water access, making it ideal for a home business, studio, hobby room, or future customization. Lower level also includes a wall safe. Outbuildings include an impressive 112' x 40' pole building with four separate bays (three 20' x 40' and one 32' x 40'), all with 13' overhead doors, a 28' x 51' horse barn, a 23' x 36' Quonset with running water, wood-burning stove, and upper-level gardeners shed, a heated wood shop, a 30' x 30' detached garage with concrete floor, and a versatile 14' x 24' bonus building. Dedicated RV parking provides even more flexibility. Recent improvements include a new refrigerator (2025), roof (2023), central air (2024), water heater (2023), dishwasher and range (2019), and washer and dryer (2015). Rare opportunity to own an acreage with city utilities, extensive outbuildings, modern updates, and endless flexibility. Qualified VA buyers may have the opportunity to assume the seller's existing VA loan at an exceptional 2.80% interest rate, offering significant potential monthly savings.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Lot Size: 0.46 Acres
Square Feet: 3,778 sq ft
Year Built: 1920
Foundation: 956 sq ft
Garage: Yes
Stories: 2 Stories
County: Watonwan
Days On Market: 5
Construction Status: Previously Owned
School Information
District: 837 - Madelia
Room Information
Main Floor
Bathroom: 7.7X9.1
Dining Room: 15.3X11.10
Laundry: 18.11X9.1
Living Room: 15.5X30.8
Sun Room: 15.1X12.3
Upper Floor
Bedroom 1: 15.5X13.1
Bedroom 2: 15.5X5.2
Other: 15.5X5.2
Other: 11.2X10.4
Primary Bath: 15.5X9.11
Lower Floor
Bathroom: 6.7X3.6
Recreation Room: 26.10X16.5
Recreation Room: 21.9X28.10
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 1
1/2 Baths: 2
Additonal Room Information
Dining: Informal Dining Room,Kitchen/Dining Room
Bath Description: 1/2 Basement,Full Primary,Main Floor 1/2 Bath
Interior Features
Square Footage above: 3,060 sq ft
Square Footage below: 718 sq ft
Appliances: Washer, Water Softener - Owned, Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer
Basement: Partial Finished
Fireplaces: 1, Primary Bedroom, Gas Burning, Electric, Family Room
Additional Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Natural Woodwork, 3 BR on One Level, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Main Floor Laundry
Utilities
Water: City Water/Connected
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Cooling: Central
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Exterior / Lot Features
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Description: Detached Garage, Garage Dimensions - 30x30, Garage Sq Ft - 900.0
Exterior: Wood
Roof: Asphalt Shingles
Lot Dimensions: 245242.8 SQ FT
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Tree Coverage - Medium, Road Frontage - County, City
Out Buildings: Pole Building, Shed - Storage, Barn(s), Workshop
Driving Directions
Hwy 60 towards Madelia, exit at County Hwy 3 Madelia. Turn left at the top of ramp. (County Rd 3 becomes E Main St.) Continue past downtown Madelia and turn left at Joy Street SW at the edge of town.
Financial Considerations
Tax/Property ID: 171001895
Tax Year: 2026
HomeStead Description: Homesteaded
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Sales History & Tax Summary for 223 Joy Avenue SW
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