227 W 5th Street Mankato, MN 56001
For Sale MLS# 7040864
6 beds 3 baths 3,869 sq ft Single Family
Details for 227 W 5th Street
MLS# 7040864
Description for 227 W 5th Street, Mankato, MN, 56001
One-of-a-kind 6BR/3BA historic residence with 2-stall garage, rich architectural character, and flexible living spaces. Formerly theChurch of God, with records traced to 1924 via the Blue Earth County Historical Society. The original church foundation was reused, with a country church from Judson, MN rebuilt on site in 1945. The church remained in use until 1986, when purchased by the current owner, a commercial construction carpenter who thoughtfully transformed the property. The former church altar remains in the living room as a striking focal point. Open-concept main level with kitchen featuring generous pantry space, original white hanging light fixtures from the church, spiral staircase, 2 main-floor bedrooms, and full bath with hot tub, heated floors, and laundry. The entire second floor was built during renovation, offering 2 bedrooms, full bath, balcony, stained glass from another church, and 2 leaded-glass windows from Colorado. Navy-blue room is a legal bedroom. Lower level has separate entrance, living area, kitchen, bath, and bedrooms; previously used as pastoral residence and later church spaces. Don't forget to check out the 3rd story deck overlooking the city/valley. Active rental license through 12-31-2026. Historic details include driveway lights from the City of Mankato, exterior lights from the original YMCA and aged green metal elements salvaged from the former First National Bank roofline. Cobblestone drive, fenced yard, flower beds, patio. Across street Roosevelt School, near parks, shopping, grocery, and worship. Quick close possible. in the late 1800's to 1900's Ringling Brother circus tied their elephants to a tree that was in this back yard- lot- farmland. The circus probably kept other livestock here as well. Data from Mankato Historical Society also provided. Circus stories from neighbors-community members.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3
Lot Size: 0.20 Acres
Square Feet: 3,869 sq ft
Year Built: 1986
Foundation: 1,734 sq ft
Garage: Yes
Stories: 1.5 Stories
Subdivision: West Mankato
County: Blue Earth
Days On Market: 96
Construction Status: Previously Owned
School Information
District: 77 - Mankato
Room Information
Main Floor
Bathroom:
Bedroom 1: 9.9x18.5
Bedroom 2: 7.6x16.2
Dining Room: 18.4x12.10
Kitchen: 9.5x12.8
Living Room: 27.2x26.2
Upper Floor
Bathroom:
Bedroom 3: 26.7x26.0
Bedroom 4: 16.2x26
Lower Floor
Bathroom: 6.10x6.3
Bedroom 5: 9.5x11
Family Room: 29.7x30.1
Kitchen: 16.1x8.7
Sixth (6th) Bedroom: 13.5x10.1
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 1
3/4 Baths: 2
Additonal Room Information
Family: 2 Story/High/Vaulted Ceilings,Family Room,Lower Level
Dining: Informal Dining Room
Laundry: Main Level
Bath Description: 3/4 Basement,Main Floor Full Bath,Upper Level 3/4 Bath
Interior Features
Square Footage above: 3,869 sq ft
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Washer, Range, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Dryer
Fireplaces: 1, Gas Burning
Additional Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floors, Natural Woodwork, Washer/Dryer Hookup, French Doors, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Renovated
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 Sq Ft - 660.0
Exterior: Metal
Roof: Asphalt Shingles
Lot Dimensions: 120x72x120
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Fencing: Partial
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Patio, Deck, Balcony, Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium, Road Frontage - City
Out Buildings: Garage(s)
Driving Directions
Blue Earth St to Owatonna to W 5th St
Financial Considerations
Other Annual Tax: $1,774
Tax/Property ID: R010813330019
Tax Amount: 5219
Tax Year: 2025
HomeStead Description: Homesteaded
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Sales History & Tax Summary for 227 W 5th Street
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