1908 Vinyl Home in Minnesota with a Rare 4-Story Layout, 5 Bedrooms, Dual Kitchens and 22 Garage Spaces

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Mathew Abraham, editor of Century Homes America, brings his passion for architectural history to explore the stories behind America’s most iconic homes.

Mhonpaj Lee of Inspire Access Realty, LLC

This rare 4-story duplex offers a spacious 3,600+ sq. ft. layout with 5 bedrooms and 2 baths, built as part of the city’s historic century homes. Designed with flexibility, the main unit features 2 bedrooms and accessible features including a handicap ramp, while the second unit has 3 bedrooms and separate access to all floors. Recent significant updates include a new roof (2024), boiler (2025), basement windows (2025), siding/windows (2004), and garage (2009). Offered at $319,900, this property includes a blacktop driveway, fenced parking, and freshly painted porches, ideal for live-in use or investment.

Entryway Details

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Wooden door frames and baseboards with a warm, natural finish highlight the transitional nature of this entryway. A slim dark wooden console table holds decorative pieces including a large yellow vase and a teal glass vase filled with twigs, positioned beneath a rectangular mirror with a textured frame. The walls are painted white, contrasting with the wood tones and beige carpet. Two doorways lead to adjoining rooms, one with a linoleum floor and partial wood paneling. The space conveys simplicity with a rustic charm, combining functional architecture with subtle decorative touches.

Living Room

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Neutral-toned plush sofas create an inviting seating arrangement with patterned and solid throw pillows adding subtle contrast. A solid wood rectangular coffee table anchors the space, topped with decorative candles and jars on a metallic tray. Walls are painted bright white, balancing the rich natural wood trim around doorways and large windows, which includes a stained glass transom adding vintage charm. Cream-colored carpeting complements the upholstery, offering warmth underfoot. A simple black side table with a small lamp fits neatly beside the sofa. Clean lines and traditional wood finishes blend modern comfort with classic architectural details.

Seating Area

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The living room features two beige upholstered sofas with wooden armrest accents positioned around a rectangular wooden coffee table. Soft neutral carpeting covers the floor, complementing the warmth of the sofa colors. Three windows framed with rich wood trim highlight the historic character, including an upper window with a decorative stained glass design. A modern flat-screen TV is mounted on a plain white wall above a simple black media console. A small round glass side table with a black lamp sits next to one sofa. The ceiling light fixture has an elegant, classic design with five frosted glass shades.

Dining Room Interior

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A spacious dining area with cream carpet flooring and white walls contrasts with rich, warm wood trim surrounding the windows, doorways, and baseboards. A large rectangular table covered by a floral-patterned, clear plastic tablecloth is centered in the room, surrounded by four black wooden chairs with unique cutout backs. Three tall windows, one with decorative stained glass above, let in abundant natural light and offer a view of the outdoors. The vintage cast iron radiator sits beneath the window, adding historic character. A ceiling fan with light fixtures hangs from the white ceiling, enhancing comfort and utility. Through a wide doorway bordered by matching wood trim, a cozy living room is partially visible, furnished with beige upholstered sofas and a wall-mounted TV.

Kitchen Interior

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Bright kitchen space with white tiled flooring and smooth white walls creates an airy atmosphere. Natural wood cabinetry with raised panel doors lines one wall, complemented by a light-colored countertop. Two large windows framed in rich wooden trim let in ample natural light and offer street views. Modern black appliances, including a gas stove and a two-door refrigerator, add contrast and practicality to the room. A ceiling fan with wooden blades and light fixtures hangs centrally, enhancing air circulation. A stainless steel water dispenser stands next to the fridge, integrating functionality and contemporary elements amidst classic architectural touches.

Simple Bedroom Corner

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A modest bedroom corner with light, neutral cream-colored walls forming a quaint backdrop. A slightly elevated bed with a floral-patterned mattress base and a fluffy, light beige comforter rests against the far corner. A white, minimalist rectangular dresser is positioned adjacent to the head of the bed, and a small beige laundry basket sits near a polished wooden window frame with classic trim details. The carpeted floor and vintage radiator add warmth and subtle historic charm to this otherwise simple, functional, and cozy sleeping space.

Kitchen Corner Details

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Plain white walls and simple tile flooring set a minimalistic backdrop in this kitchen corner. Two tall, traditional sash windows bring in natural light and offer views of bare trees and neighboring homes, framed with intricate classic moldings reflective of historic American architecture. A white refrigerator stands near the windows, accompanied by a compact, charcoal-colored armchair with a modern metal frame. Below the chair, an older window air conditioning unit is tucked away. The space feels bare, highlighting the contrast between the vintage window detailing and the utilitarian, mostly unadorned kitchen elements.

Kitchen Storage and Sink

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Whites dominate the room with worn cabinetry showing signs of age and use. The layout includes upper storage cabinets suspended over lower drawers and closed cupboards, with a noticeable open space beneath the counter likely for appliances or storage. A double stainless steel sink set into the countertop sits adjacent to cabinetry and pantry-like cupboards extending upwards, some doors slightly misaligned. The linoleum floor exhibits a faint, light tile pattern. The room corners and the ceiling display subtle cracks, hinting at the home’s historic nature. A radiator pipe is visible, adding a vintage touch.

Bedroom Corner

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A simple corner of a bedroom with plain white walls and white trim around the door and window. The window has dark gray curtains partially drawn, and a traditional white radiator beneath with a small makeshift shelf holding personal items and a floor lamp with multiple lights leaning against it. The bed, dressed in a beige comforter, is pushed into the corner near the window. The flooring is a dark, textured material that contrasts with the otherwise light, neutral color palette. The room has an unadorned, modest, and functional aesthetic.

Enclosed Porch Entry

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Bright and airy with white-painted wooden walls surrounding the space, the enclosed porch offers a welcoming transitional area. A dark wood ceiling with a slatted design creates a warm contrast against the light walls. The flooring consists of neutral-toned, stone-look tiles that provide durability and easy maintenance. Multiple windows line one side, allowing ample natural light and views of neighboring homes. Two wooden doors with rich grain, one with a glass pane, open into adjoining rooms. A classic black outdoor-style lantern light affixed to the wall adds a charming, vintage touch to the otherwise simple and clean design.

Enclosed Porch

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The space serves as a bright enclosed porch with large windows along one wall, partially covered by light floral curtains. The walls are painted white with beadboard detailing, contrasting with a rich dark wood ceiling that stretches lengthwise overhead. The floor is tiled in neutral earth tones, lending durability and ease of maintenance. A white, modern door with a half-moon window introduces natural light and connects the porch to the exterior. Opposite the windows, traditional white wood trim and a dark wooden interior door add charm. Some air conditioning units are stored, wrapped in plastic, indicating transitional use or storage. The overall atmosphere blends rustic elements with functional simplicity.

Dining Room and Living Room

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Wooden trim with a medium brown finish frames the entryway between the dining and living areas, creating a warm transition while maintaining an open layout. The dining room contains a black wooden table with four chairs, covered by a clear plastic protective tablecloth featuring a floral pattern beneath. The walls are painted white, contrasting with the richly stained wood trim around doorways and baseboards. The adjoining living room features a beige fabric sectional sofa with accent pillows, positioned by windows with ornate upper panes, adding character and historic charm to the space.

Bathroom Interior

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The bathroom has a compact layout with a white bathtub flanked by a window framed in dark wood trim, showing signs of age. The vanity is simple with a white sink and a cabinet underneath that appears worn and stained. A rectangular mirror hangs above the sink, accompanied by a globe-shaped wall light fixture. The shower curtain displays horizontal stripes in muted tones of beige, taupe, and gray. To the left, a white toilet is partially visible, while above it, wooden cabinetry offers storage. A vintage cast-iron radiator painted white sits next to the bathtub, reinforcing the historic character. The flooring is a light-colored sheet vinyl, complementing the modest, dated charm of the space.

Enclosed Porch

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The space is a narrow enclosed porch with white beadboard paneling on the lower half of the walls and white horizontal siding above. The ceiling has a rich wooden texture, imparting warmth against the cooler white walls. The floor is covered with beige tiles featuring subtle marbled patterns. Large windows run along one side, covered with a solid charcoal fabric roller shade, while the far end window is adorned with floral-patterned curtains in muted pinks and greens, lending a vintage touch. A simple wooden drop-leaf table stands near the entrance, adding a functional element without cluttering the space.

Cozy Reading Corner

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A compact seating area with a single upholstered armchair in a geometric dot pattern featuring earth tones of beige, brown, and muted blue. Adjacent to the chair, a wooden shelving unit holds two plush cushions with playful animal faces, adding a touch of whimsy. Atop the shelf, a classic black globe with gold detailing brings a vintage element. The walls are painted a plain off-white, contrasting with the rich, dark wood trim and baseboard surrounding the room. A large framed mirror above the shelving reflects warm wooden door frames, enhancing the sense of space in this quiet nook.

Bathroom Details

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Compact bathroom painted in white with a simple layout. A gray vanity cabinet with modern silver hardware contrasts the white porcelain sink and faucet. The bathtub features a clear plastic shower curtain layered with a pink patterned curtain. A small window with white trim provides natural light above the tub. Adjacent to the vanity is a wall-mounted mirrored cabinet, and above it a basic light fixture with an exposed bulb. The floor has a neutral tile pattern, and a vintage white radiator stands near the door, adding historic character. The overall aesthetic blends practical elements with vintage touches.

Bedroom Corner and Storage

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A compact attic bedroom corner with sloped ceilings painted in off-white creating an intimate, cozy atmosphere. The bed is low-profile, covered in light bedding with textured throw pillows adding warmth and comfort. A simple door leads to another room or closet. Adjacent walls display a 2025 planner and a clock, lending a functional touch. On the left, a collection of personal items including bags, a standing fan, and covered storage bins speak to practical use of space. Neutral-toned carpet ties the room together, and a bare hanging light bulb provides modest illumination.

Bedroom Corner

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A small bedroom with slanted ceilings painted in a pale cream tone creates a cozy atmosphere. The bed is positioned against the angled wall, topped with light-patterned bedding and a mix of neutral pillows. Beneath the bed, shoes and electrical cords are visible, highlighting practical storage use. The carpet is a muted beige, slightly worn, complementing the soft wall color. A calendar planner is hung above the bed on one side, while a door with hanging clothes and a nearby window with a black curtain add functional elements. Exposed bulbs provide basic lighting.

Listing Agent: Mhonpaj Lee of Inspire Access Realty, LLC via Zillow 

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