$3,485,000
PENDING

205 Woodpecker Ridge Rd Excelsior, MN 55331

Estimated payment $22,312/month

Total Views 5,395
5 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,682 Sq Ft
$613 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Beach Access
  • Lake View
  • Minnewashta Elementary School Rated A
  • Home Theater
  • Deck

About This Home

Nestled on a rare double lot along a picturesque peninsula in Gideon's Bay on Lake Minnetonka, this exquisite lakeside residence offers 100 feet of prime shoreline with an enviable east-facing exposure-perfect for capturing serene sunrises over the water.A dramatic two-story foyer with soaring vaulted ceilings welcomes you into a home that masterfully blends timeless craftsmanship with modern luxury. The exterior features a paver driveway and walkway leading to a screened-in lakeside patio, ideal for tranquil evenings or entertaining with unobstructed water views. Enjoy outdoor living with a built-in grill, fire pit, and private dock equipped with two boat slips.Inside, rich cherry woodwork, elegant crown molding, custom built-ins, and a double-sided fireplace create an ambiance of sophistication and warmth. The thoughtfully designed kitchen is a host's dream, showcasing a spacious center island, Sub-Zero appliances, granite countertops, and seamless flow into the living and dining areas.All bedrooms feature custom built-out closets, while the lakeside master suite offers a spa-like retreat with breathtaking views that make every morning feel like a getaway. Additional highlights include a state-of-the-art media room with integrated electronics, surround sound, recessed lighting, and a heated, oversized four-car garage with durable polyurea flooring and a private bonus room above, accessible via a separate stairway.This home is a rare opportunity to own a private lakeside sanctuary where luxury meets natural beauty in one of Lake Minnetonka's most coveted locations.

Listing Agent

Debbie McNally

Lakes Sotheby's International Listed on: 05/12/2025

Lakes Sotheby's International

Co-Listing Agent

Heather O'Connor

Lakes Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $36,785

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 0.38 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 110x162x101x161
  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Street terminates at a dead end
  • Property has an invisible fence for dogs

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Storage or Cabinetry
  • Heated Garage
  • Insulated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Interior Spaces

  • 5,682 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Theater
  • Home Office
  • Loft
  • Lake Views
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

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  • Cooktop<<rangeHoodToken>>
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  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • The kitchen features windows

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Electronic Air Cleaner
  • Air Exchanger

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Deck
  • Porch

Farming

  • Sod Farm

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Auditors Sub 274 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 2811723420018

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$36,785

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Water Source: City Water/Connected
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5682
  • Water Body Name: Minnetonka
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Rental License?: No
  • InternetOptions: Cable
  • Second Unit: Easily Divided,Existing In-Law w/Bath,Existing In-Law w/Kitchen
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Air-To-Air Exchanger, Central Vacuum, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electronic Air Filter, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Fireplace Features: Electric Log, Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Stone
  • Living Area: 5682
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Basement YN: No
  • Dining Room Type: Foyer, Office, Media Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 1, Porch, Loft, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Deck

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt
  • PoolFeatures: None
  • Fencing: Invisible
  • View: Bay
  • ConstructionMaterialsDesc: Block,Brick,Concrete,Insulating Concrete Forms,Stone
  • PatioPorchType: Awning(s),Covered,Deck,Enclosed,Patio,Screened,Terrace
  • Lake Acres: 14205
  • Lake Bottom: Sand
  • LakeChain: N
  • Waterfront Frontage: 100

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Driveway - Other Surface, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Storage
  • Garage Square Feet: 1054

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
  • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Fuel: Electric,Natural Gas
  • Power Company: Xcel Energy

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Amenities Unit: Balcony,Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Dock,Exercise Room,Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Center Island,Kitchen Window,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Natural Woodwork,Patio,Porch,Panoramic View,Sauna,Security System,Boat Slip,Tile Floors,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Wet Bar,Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Minnetonka
  • SchoolDistrictNumber: 276
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 952-401-5000

Lot Info

  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 110x162x101x161
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16552.8
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Sod Included in Price, Some Trees
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
  • AssessmentPending: No
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Brick/Stone, Stucco

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 2811723420018
  • Tax Annual Amount: 36785
  • TaxWithAssessments: 36785.0000

Multi Family

  • WaterfrontFeatures: Dock, Lake Front, Lake View

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2023 $32,599 $2,745,800 $1,661,400 $1,084,400
2022 $26,410 $2,542,000 $1,582,000 $960,000
2021 $27,583 $2,009,000 $1,246,000 $763,000
2020 $25,946 $1,894,000 $1,152,000 $742,000
2019 $24,566 $1,807,000 $1,038,000 $769,000
2018 $28,065 $1,743,000 $1,038,000 $705,000
2017 $25,970 $1,660,000 $960,000 $700,000
2016 $25,261 $1,618,000 $960,000 $658,000
2015 $25,437 $1,618,000 $960,000 $658,000
2014 -- $1,498,000 $880,000 $618,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/20/2025 06/20/25 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2025 05/12/25 For Sale $3,485,000 -- $613 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthstarMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $2,420,000 Cambria Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Cambria Title
Deed $300,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,573,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $550,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Closed -- No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 6595831

NorthstarMLS

APN: 28-117-23-42-0018