Some streets are named after what they used to be. This one still is one — Linden Hills Boulevard is the last road in Minneapolis still legally called a boulevard, a title every other parkway lost in 1968. Laid out in 1888 as the carriage route between Lake Calhoun and Lake Harriet, it's still owned by the Park Board, still paved in the red-tinted asphalt that once marked it as different from an ordinary street. You won't find that in a photo. You'll only find it by standing on the boulevard itself, at the address that carries its name.
4051 Linden Hills Boulevard was built the way people used to build when a house was meant to outlast them — an owner-commissioned Tuscan villa, raised to bring up a family in the neighborhood where their own story started. That intention is what you feel walking through it, more than what you see: the quiet of solid limestone and cedar beams, the particular way afternoon light lands differently through arched openings than it would through a standard window, the sense — rare in a home this scaled — that every choice was made for the people living in it, not for resale.
The stone courtyard isn't staged for a photo; it's built for the nights that don't get photographed — the ones after the string lights go on and the fire's been going for an hour. The lower level was built the same way: not a bonus space, but a room the family actually used, every week, for years. Upstairs, three ensuite bedrooms mean no one in this house has ever had to wait for a bathroom — a small thing that changes how a home actually lives day to day.
What you can't get from the listing photos is the paper trail: this home has been documented from its first architectural drawing to its most recent service record. That kind of history doesn't just prove upkeep — it tells you the people who lived here treated it like something worth keeping records on, the way you'd keep records on something built to last generations, not decades.
A legacy home, on the one street in Minneapolis that still remembers what it was built to be.

Imagine enjoying rare, one-level living! Lakefront luxury perched in the heart of prestigious Deephaven at this Cottagewood Road “treetop” masterpiece designed to dazzle & inspire!
New price approaching 2026 assessed value of $2,560,400!!
Entertainer’s delight! Step past its understated exterior & this fully-loaded & exceptionally crafted “Restoration Hardware” style gem offers the ultimate experience in comfort and relaxation and offers the perfect backdrop for gatherings small & large!

This NEWER-built* open-concept ranch-style RAMBLER on 147’ of LAKE MINNETONKA LAKE SHORE offers a PRIVATE & SERENE OVERSIZED .56 ACRE LOT, **BOAT SLIPS**, 4.5-CAR GARAGE & NIGHT VIEWS!! on the prestigious CARSON’S BAY in premier Deephaven, Mn! A truly amazing home yet the majority of the value of this property is in the HIGH ELEVATION LAND and its breathtaking year-round views! Highlights include: MAIN-LEVEL PRIMARY, 10’ CEILINGS, LUXURIOUS BAR, MOVIE ROOM, UPSCALE APPLIANCES, HEATED FLOORING, EXTENSIVE LANDSCAPING, WALK-THRU CLOSET, 2-SIDED FIREPLACE, WELL WATER & so much more!

In addition to unusual privacy on LAKE MINNETONKA LAKESHORE, which holds an A water quality rating!, this fully-loaded 5 BR (+den/office)/6 bath, 4.5-car*** home offers Deephaven Elementary/MTKA EAST/MHS schools, voluminous ceilings & windows, all NEW LIGHTING inside & out, finished & HEATED GARAGE, AMPLE PARKING, LOWER LAKE TAXES, designer finishes!

4 DOCKS/COVERED SLIPS SHARED between 3 homes, private 3-season CEDAR PORCH, GRANITE OPEN-CONCEPT KITCHEN, lower-level GRANITE BAR complete w/sink, Bosch dishwasher, wine fridge, newer outdoor SHED, 2 finished & painted garages (lg one heated), in-floor heating in 65+% of the home & large unfinished storage room. 6 well-appt bathrooms, hand-scraped walnut floors, premium Hunter Douglas window treatments, stunning entrance & DR chandeliers! Even a Mother-In-Law Suite!! ASK us for information on easy conversions to 5 to 6, 7 or even 8 bedrooms! Designed to take full advantage of the stunning views, the main level offers 3 BR +office & 3 baths, a grand open-concept kitchen that features tons of cabinets, a walk-in pantry & high-end appliances, incl: Jen Aire oven/stove, Wolff microwave & Liebherr refrigerator. Huge owner’s suite w/lg windows, lg walk-thru closet, sitting area, 2-sided fireplc, lg mounted TV & 14-in. thick windowsills (thru-out most of the home)! Spacious en-suite bathroom w/dble shower, jacuzzi bath, in-floor heat & lg walk-thru closet. Primary suite & kitchen both open to a screened 3-season porch.

Beautiful wrought iron spindles lead you to the lower level of this retreat, featuring walls of windows, 9’ ceilings, luxurious bar & a stamped concrete deck that greet you along w/3 sparkling bathrooms,1 w/jacuzzi! Gorgeous, lg sun-filled granite bar area w/Bosch dishwasher, built-in wine fridge, sink & ample cabinetry. Prof decorated movie room w/upscale theater seating, dimmable lighting, built-in shelving & lg screen TV. Add’l game/music/sitting room w/built-in shelving. Dble-sz spare br/office w/a spacious walk-in closet, 3 lg+2 sm windows (could be split into 2BRs by adding a wall & door). 2 add’l rooms w/doors past movie room, 1 w/outdoor access. In-floor heating thruout, 2 HVAC units (1 new), commercial-grade water heater, water softener, whole house water filter +3-stage R/O system, irrigation system, well water w/strong pressure. Lower level opens to beautiful bkyd featuring lg deck, new shed, fire pit & picturesque dock. A finished & painted 1.5+ stall 2nd garage w/3 windows & drain & water. 3-foot eaves, solid-core doors, recessed lighting, professional closets thru-out.

This is a “Must See in Person” home steps from Cottagewood, Mtka Regional Trail & the Minnetonka Yacht Club & minutes from Thorpe Park, dt Excelsior, popular shopping & world-class restaurants. 22 min to airport. Seller financing-all offers considered.
*2011=90% foundation new,rare for Mtka lakefront.

Set on an elevated lot in Kenwood on Lake of the Isles' desirable west side, this renovated residence pairs classic architecture with a floor plan built for entertaining and everyday life alike. The elevated front porch sits just high enough above the sidewalk that passersby become scenery, not company, for a quiet evening outside. Inside, formal living and dining rooms and a beamed library with built-ins are filled with natural light, alongside a sun-filled sunroom. The chef's kitchen — oversized island, dual dishwashers, beverage refrigerator, ice maker — spills into the family room and out to a courtyard built for outdoor living with fire pit and seating, and an infloor-heated three-season porch at the back.
Upstairs, four ensuite bedrooms include a primary suite with fireplace, dual walk-in closets, lake views, and laundry with two washers and dryers. The third level adds flexible living space, while the lower level offers a family room, game room, wet bar, stone-arched wine cellar and tasting room, office, and storage. A rare three-car attached garage completes the home.
Steps from Kenwood Elementary, restaurants, and the Walker Art Center, with the lake made for paddleboarding to Cedar Lake and Bde Maka Ska and cross-country skiing in winter. Easy access to 94, 394, and 100, downtown minutes away.

Set on a beautiful 0.5 acre site in East Edina, this remarkable newer home offers tremendous living spaces and extensive recent updating. Gorgeous 2-story center island kitchen remodeled in 2023 features enameled cabinetry, hardwood floors, new lighting, window wall to the rear yard, dual pantries, 6 burner gas range & griddle, Subzero refrigerator plus freezer drawers & dishwasher (a 2nd DW, plus additional beverage drawers is found in the adjoining breakfast area), all open to breakfast area and family room with gas fplc. The main level includes a handsome den/office, generous living & dining rooms sharing a see-through gas fplc, and updated mudroom with slate floors, ½ bath & great storage. The upper level includes the sumptuous primary suite, featuring barrel vaulted bedroom with gas fplc, sitting area, dual walk-in closets, and remodeled full bath with heated floors, steam shower & dual vanities. The family/guest bedroom wing includes sitting room, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths & laundry, while the finished walkout level offers an additional BR, bath & wine closet, plus 2nd family room with gas fplc and media room. The fenced east facing rear yard features a large pool with shallow splash area. Additional amenities include heated 3-car attached garage (2 cars are tandem), central vacuum, sprinkler system, radon mitigation system, security system & 4-year-old roof.

Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac on 3.13 wooded acres in Orono, this timeless home offers the rare combination of exceptional architecture, complete privacy, and everyday livability. Designed by renowned architect Michaela Mahady and built by Kyle Hunt & Partners, every space reflects thoughtful craftsmanship; from custom millwork and built-ins to stunning masonry fireplaces and warm, inviting gathering spaces.
The heart of the home is a spacious kitchen designed for everyday life and effortless entertaining, opening to comfortable living spaces, a screened porch overlooking the woods, and peaceful views in every season. Upstairs, three bedrooms, including a private primary suite - offer room to grow, while downstairs you’ll find dedicated office space, a full guest suite and expansive living areas that provide flexibility for today’s lifestyle.

Thoughtfully equipped with a geothermal heating and cooling system, the home offers exceptional year-round comfort, improved energy efficiency, and lower long-term operating costs, an investment in both sustainability and everyday living.

With over 6,200 square feet, award-winning Orono schools, and an unmatched setting just a short drive from downtown Wayzata and Minneapolis, this is a home that feels both tucked away and incredibly connected.

Fresh pricing, fresh photography, and a fresh opportunity to experience one of Orono's most thoughtfully designed homes. We'd love to welcome you for a private showing.

With its commanding hilltop setting, this extraordinary home offers prime skyline and lake views on one of the largest lots (0.7 acre) on the lake, with generous side and rear yards. Entertain in grand public rooms, including the superbly wainscoted foyer with magnificent staircase and access to adjoining formal rooms, including stunning lake facing living room with fireplace and banquet-sized dining room. The terrazzo floored sunroom and ornately tiled breakfast room flank the formal public rooms and share lake views. The main level includes the center island kitchen with heated slate floors and relaxed gathering area, mahogany paneled library/den, ½ bath, and mudroom area. On the 2nd floor, there are 4 en suite bedrooms, including the expansive primary suite with sitting/sun room, updated full bath and generous closet spaces. The lower level features original terrazzo floors in the family room & 5th bedroom, plus bath, flex room & excellent storage. Special features of the property include: carriage house with double garage and open studio space above, 2nd double garage, circular rear drive, and partially finished 3rd floor ready for additional build-out.

Modern masterpiece with fabulous lake and Minneapolis skyline views. Spectacular mid-century residence, completely remodeled and reimagined by renowned modern architect Jim Jennings. This home’s design mastered proportion, symmetry, serenity of light and space, and material. Exceptional house for entertaining, yet very comfortable scale for everyday living. Great condo alternative. Expansive Duratherm windows throughout the home perfectly frame the stunning, understated interior and showcases the extraordinary lake views and landscaping. Custom transom windows in the living and dining space emphasize the home’s symmetry and modernist proportions. Contemporary, minimalist kitchen has Italian Valcucine cabinets, Dornbracht fixtures, commercial-grade 48 inch gas range. Lower level continues the home’s minimalist, understated design narrative with Italian tile flooring, open living area and office space with breathtaking views of reflective pool, birch trees and Bde Maka Ska. There is plenty of private spaces for guests with both a separate bedroom, full bathroom and a thoughtfully designed Murphy bed transforms the office into an exceptional guest suite. The landscape, designed by Coen Partners, is nothing short of world-class. At its heart lies a dramatic 40-by-20-foot reflecting pool, setting the tone for a property defined by tranquility and precision. A birch grove ensures privacy while preserving sweeping water views from the southernmost point of Lake Bde Maka Ska, with sightlines extending toward downtown Minneapolis. Practical luxury is evident throughout, extending to the heated motor court accommodating up to seven vehicles and the oversized, fully finished garage, complete with custom cabinetry and a snowmelt system. Perfectly positioned, the home is walkable to Linden Hills, the Lake Harriet Bandshell, shopping, coffee shops and more—yet feels worlds away, offering a rare sense of calm, cohesion, and connection to nature. It truly needs to be seen to be appreciated.

Timeless elegance meets modern refinement. This distinguished Tudor residence features classic architectural charm while offering a masterfully reimagined interior. A comprehensive main level renovation created an exquisite kitchen, inviting family room, light-filled sunroom, and thoughtfully appointed mudroom with two powder rooms on the main level; all crafted with bespoke finishes and the finest luxury materials. Upstairs, the renovated primary suite provides a serene and expansive private retreat, complete with a sitting room and dedicated office. A Jack and Jill bath serves the spacious secondary bedrooms. The third level offers a bedroom suite and bonus space. Finished lower level with rec room, kitchenette and wet bar, a fitness room, and additional ¾ bath. Excellent storage. Rich in character and impeccably updated, this home seamlessly blends historic beauty with contemporary sophistication, creating an exceptional living experience in one of Minneapolis’s most coveted neighborhoods. Enjoy the convenience and lifestyle benefits of nearby Lake of the Isles, Kenwood Park, shops, dining, galleries, and seasonal events. This is a home to love for years to come. Only three owners since 1934! Double lot. Private fenced yard. 2.5 car attached garage.

Timeless Lowry Hill residence showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and enduring design, built in 2016. Rich hardwood floors, bespoke millwork, and striking box beam ceilings set the tone throughout. The chef’s kitchen is both elegant and functional, featuring marble countertops, an expansive center island, and a discreet dumbwaiter. Thoughtfully designed for everyday living, the home offers formal living and dining room with butler’s pantry, a sunlit family room, and a main-level library. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms each feature en-suite baths, including a luxurious owner’s suite with walk-in shower and soaking tub. The lower level features an additional family room, private guest quarters, mudroom & gym. 3 fireplaces add warmth and ambiance throughout. Outdoors, enjoy a beautifully landscaped, fully fenced yard with a bluestone patio and a 2-car tuck-under heated garage.
Perfectly situated in coveted Lowry Hill, just minutes from Lake of the Isles, downtown Minneapolis, and major thoroughfares. This is a rare opportunity to own a truly distinguished property in one of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods.

Exceptional, one-owner custom-built City Homes residence located in one of Edina’s most desirable neighborhoods, just steps from the Edina Country Club, 50th & France, and a neighborhood pickleball court directly across the street. This luxury home features a structurally superior, sound-dampened build with 16 on-center trusses, plywood subfloors, and interior wall insulation for ultimate peace and privacy.
The open floor plan is ideal for entertaining, highlighted by a chef’s kitchen, a spacious custom mudroom, and a sun-filled sunroom that maximizes the abundant natural light from the south-facing backyard and expansive Marvin windows. Premium details include 8-foot custom doors, Wirsbo in-floor heat, zone heating, Cat 5e wiring with a central Sonos speaker system throughout, and fully custom millwork and cabinetry with framed mirrors in every single bathroom.
The upper level offers four bedrooms—each featuring custom closets—and a convenient second-floor laundry. Unlike the fully sunken basements typical of this market, this home boasts a rare lookout lower level perched on a gentle hill, flooding the space with natural light. The finished lower level includes a family room, a fifth bedroom, a ¾ bath, and a dedicated exercise/hockey sport room. Furthermore, it is pre-stubbed for a wet bar and a movie room projector, providing the ultimate flexible space to fit a variety of lifestyles.