8601 County Road 3 NW
Oronoco, MN 55960
Price: $1,220,000
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.
Basic Features:
| Style |
Single Family |
| Type |
Residential |
| Zoning |
Agriculture,Residential-Single Family |
| Year Built |
1938 |
| School District |
Pine Island |
| County |
Olmsted |
| Lot Size |
Irregular |
| Acreage |
68.68 acres |
| Bedrooms |
4 |
| Total Baths |
3 |
| Garage |
2 Car |
| Lot Description |
Tree Coverage - Heavy |
| Above Grade |
2,912 sq ft |
| Tax $ / Year |
$4,844 / 2025 |
| Tax ID |
|
| Legal Description |
|
| Rooms |
Size |
Level |
| Bedroom |
|
M |
| Bedroom 2 |
|
U |
| Bedroom 3 |
|
U |
| Bedroom 4 |
|
U |
| Dining Room |
|
M |
| Kitchen |
|
M |
| Laundry |
|
M |
| Living Room |
|
M |
| Off Season Cedar Closet |
|
U |
| Office |
|
M |
| Sun Room |
|
M |
| Workshop |
|
L |
Additional Features
| Government Programs |
|
| Section |
25 |
| Tillable Acreage |
50 |
| Terrain Type |
|
| Roads |
County Road |
| Baths |
Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Main Floor Full Bath,Upper Level Full Bath |
| Basement |
Block,Sump Basket,Sump Pump,Unfinished |
| Cooling |
Central Air |
| Driveway |
|
| Foundation |
1382.00 |
| Fuel Source |
Propane |
| Handicap Access |
None |
| Heating |
Forced Air |
| Other Buildings |
Pole Building |
| Pool |
None |
| Roof |
Age Over 8 Years |
| Sewer Service |
Septic System Compliant - Yes |
| Water Service |
Well |
| Water Heater |
|
| Parking Lot |
Attached Garage,Detached Garage,Asphalt,Insulated Garage |
| Exterior Construction |
|
| Laundry |
M |
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