8601 County Road 3 NW Oronoco, MN 55960
For Sale MLS# 7010826
4 beds 3 baths 2,912 sq ft Single Family
Details for 8601 County Road 3 NW
MLS# 7010826
Description for 8601 County Road 3 NW, Oronoco, MN, 55960
This rare 68.68 acres property is truly a versatile package. Ideal for recreation, hobby farming, hunting or simply enjoying privacy, amazing views and space all with blacktop access and an easy commute to Rochester. The home is full of charm, character, craftsmanship and potential. Inside you will find original hardwood floors, gorgeous trim work, solid doors, and crown molding. The sunroom features unique wood paneling repurposed from the executive offices of the historic Plummer Building and offers stunning views of the property. The layout of the home presents exciting opportunities to reimagine the space. Open the kitchen wall to create a gourmet kitchen overlooking the land, or transform the main floor bedroom, dining room and full bath into an expansive primary suite. Approximately 49.5 tillable acres are currently rented for $6800 per year, the remaining acreage is mostly wooded and pasture creating exceptional wildlife habitat and hunting opportunities. The western edge of the property borders the Douglas Trail. The property also includes a 1600 square feet steel building that is plumbed for heat and ideal for equipment, hobbies, or used as a barn or workshop. The home was originally moved to this location from downtown Rochester in 1988. It has been well maintained thru the years with a new furnace in 2024, roof in 2016 and a new water heater just installed. The septic system is compliant. Home has been pre-inspected. Report available upon request. Make time to view this home with exceptional "bones" and timeless character.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Lot Size: 68.68 Acres
Square Feet: 2,912 sq ft
Year Built: 1938
Foundation: 1,382 sq ft
Garage: Yes
Stories: 2 Stories
County: Olmsted
Days On Market: 92
Construction Status: Previously Owned
School Information
District: 255 - Pine Island
Room Information
Main Floor
Bedroom 1:
Dining Room:
Kitchen:
Laundry:
Living Room:
Office:
Sun Room:
Upper Floor
Bedroom 2:
Bedroom 3:
Bedroom 4:
Off Season Cedar Closet:
Lower Floor
Workshop:
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 2
1/2 Baths: 1
Additonal Room Information
Family: Main Level
Dining: Eat In Kitchen,Separate/Formal Dining Room
Laundry: Main Level
Bath Description: Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Main Floor Full Bath,Upper Level Full Bath
Interior Features
Square Footage above: 2,912 sq ft
Basement: Unfinished, Sump Basket, Sump Pump, Concrete Block
Fireplaces: 1
Additional Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, Security System, Kitchen Window, Main Floor Laundry, Sun Room, Paneled Doors
Utilities
Water: Well
Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes
Cooling: Central
Heating: Propane, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
Attached Garage: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Driveway - Asphalt, Insulated Garage, Garage Sq Ft - 576.0
Exterior: Wood
Roof: Age Over 8 Years
Lot Dimensions: Irregular
Zoning: Agriculture,Residential-Single Family
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Panoramic View, Patio, Tree Coverage - Heavy, Road Frontage - County
Out Buildings: Pole Building
Tillable Acres: 49.50
Driving Directions
North Hwy 52, take 75th street exit, head west on 75th street to Douglas, right on Cty 3, house is on the left.
Financial Considerations
Tax/Property ID: 852533038859
Tax Amount: 6766
Tax Year: 2025
HomeStead Description: Homesteaded
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Sales History & Tax Summary for 8601 County Road 3 NW
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