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Breakfast nook with built-in wooden bench and shelving, large table, and wood-trimmed windows.
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White paneled entry door with ornate dark knobs and keys hanging beside a divided-light window.
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Wooded shoreline along shallow water, with a narrow grassy and sandy bank.
Winding river bordered by wooded banks and exposed sandbars.
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Aerial view of 309 Bluff Avenue beside a wooded river.
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$460,000

309 Bluff Avenue

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,273 Sq.Ft. 0.43 Acres

Description

Welcome to 309 Bluff Ave, a beautifully renovated turn-of-the-century home offering timeless character, modern comfort, and picturesque views overlooking the Mississippi River. Thoughtfully renovated by Norson Builders, this impressive 4-bedroom, 4-bath home blends the craftsmanship and charm of its era with updates designed for today's lifestyle.

Inside, multiple living areas provide plenty of space to gather, entertain, or unwind, while a wood-burning fireplace adds warmth and character. The spacious primary bedroom features a private bath, and the home's flexible layout offers ample room for family, guests, a home office, or additional living space.

Step outside to multiple decks designed to take full advantage of the beautiful river setting, perfect for morning coffee, outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply relaxing while overlooking the Mississippi. Additional features include a chicken coop and solar panels installed in 2017, adding a unique combination of sustainability and homesteading potential.

Rich in history, beautifully updated, and filled with character, 309 Bluff Ave offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the charm of a turn-of-the-century home with modern amenities and incredible Mississippi River views, all in the heart of Brainerd.

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Location

309 Bluff Avenue, Brainerd, MN 56401

Status

Sold

Date Sold

October 16, 2026

Property Amenities

Interior
Laundry room In Basement, Laundry Room, Other, Sink
Fireplace Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
Appliances Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Total Bedrooms: 4
Half Bathrooms: 1
Three-Quarter Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 2
Area & Lot
Total area 3,610 Sq.Ft.
Lot Area 0.43 Acres
Living area 3,273 Sq.Ft.
MLS® ID 7133947
Year Built 1921
School District Brainerd
Water Frontage River Front
View Description River
Type Residential
Status Sold
Exterior
Stories 2
Pool None
Air conditioning None
Heat type Boiler, Fireplace(s), Radiator
Disability Features None
Water Source City Water/Connected
Garage Space 2.0
Sewer City Sewer/Connected
Parking Detached Garage, Concrete, Shared Driveway, Electric, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Shared Garage/Stall
Lot Features Tree Coverage - Light
Roof Age Over 8 Years
Finance
Sales Price $460,000
Real Estate Tax $4,174 yearly
Mike Kennedy

Mike Kennedy

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Associate Broker / Realtor®

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