5811 Portland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN
$550,000 - Diamond Lake
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,679
Square feet
0.16
Acres
About 5811 Portland Avenue
Stunning updated home with northwest views of Diamond Lake in South Minneapolis. Welcome to 5811 Portland Avenue, a beautifully updated home perfectly positioned with northwest facing views of Diamond Lake, offering incredible sunsets and true indoor outdoor living in one of South Minneapolis most desirable locations. Step inside to discover gorgeous hardwood floors, a renovated kitchen with modern finishes and a new gas range installed in 2024, and thoughtfully updated spaces throughout. The main level features refreshed lighting installed in 2025, a cozy new electric fireplace added in 2025, custom wainscoting and display shelving, and fresh paint throughout the home completed between 2023 and 2025, creating a warm and elevated feel from the moment you walk in. This home offers exceptional functionality with multiple living and entertaining spaces, including three separate patio and deck areas designed to maximize the lake views and outdoor experience. The fully fenced backyard completed in 2023 has been enhanced with new sod installed in 2025 and professionally designed landscaping with perennial gardens added in 2024 and 2025, providing a private and inviting outdoor retreat. Major mechanical and exterior updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof, siding, and driveway completed in 2020, a newer garage built in 2021, and a sewer line replacement completed in 2023. Additional updates include a newer washer and dryer installed in 2020 and updated flooring in the office completed in 2023. Enjoy the rare opportunity to own a move in ready home with modern updates, timeless character, and direct proximity to Diamond Lake, all while being just minutes from parks, trails, shopping, dining, and everything South Minneapolis has to offer.
Features of 5811 Portland Avenue
| MLS® # | 7017500 |
|---|---|
| Price | $550,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,679 |
| Acres | 0.16 |
| Year Built | 1941 |
| Type | Single Family |
| Sub-Type | Residential |
| Status | Pending |
| Contingency Type | None |
| Lake Name | Diamond Lake |
Community Information
| Address | 5811 Portland Avenue |
|---|---|
| Area | 17 |
| Subdivision | Diamond Lake Terrace |
| City | Minneapolis |
| County | Hennepin |
| State | MN |
| Zip Code | 55417 |
Amenities
| Parking | Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Guest Parking |
|---|---|
| # of Garages | 2 |
| View | Lake, North, Panoramic, West |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | Lake View |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Drain Tiled, Finished, Full, Storage Space |
Exterior
| Lot Description | Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Tree Coverage - Light |
|---|---|
| Roof | Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt |
| Construction | Block, Frame |
School Information
| District | Minneapolis |
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Additional Information
| Zoning | Residential-Single Family |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| Taxes | $6,621 |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Office | RE/MAX Advantage Plus |
Listing Details
| Office | RE/MAX Advantage Plus |
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