1144 120th AVE SW Byron, MN 55920
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,140 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,140 sqft
Price per Sqft $186
MLS Listing ID 7078769
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1978
Annual Tax Amount $5,980
Tax Year 2026
Contingent None
Lot Size 3.030 Acres
Lot Dimensions Rectangular
Property Sub-Type Single Family
Property Description
Connected to the highly regarded Byron Public Schools community, this well-maintained property is more than a home — it is a collection of memories wrapped in oak trees and the hush of country air.
Inside, inviting living spaces are designed for both comfortable everyday living and unforgettable gatherings. Custom stained glass window about the front door, and striking wooden beams and vaulted ceilings create warmth and character, while rich wood tones and vintage details give the home a soulful charm rarely found today. Also notable is the garage entrance to the basement and the side entrance to the office.
The spacious 3-season porch serves as the ultimate summer retreat, featuring a dedicated grilling station, exhaust fan, and two-sided fireplace perfect for enjoying cool evenings both indoors and out. Downstairs, the lower kitchen once buzzed with the comforts of homemade living — rows of canned vegetables, homemade sausage, and the scent of potato pancakes drifting upstairs while snowstorms painted the windows white.
Life here unfolds slowly and beautifully. Mornings begin with coffee on the porch as mist rises over the fields and orioles, red-headed woodpeckers, and magnificent pileated woodpeckers dart between towering trees. Deer wander quietly through the yard, pheasants rustle through tall grasses, and the soundtrack of life becomes rain falling softly, boots crunching through fresh snow, and the distant laughter of children exploring the woods and water.
This was the kind of home where bonfires burned late into autumn nights, where school parties and after-football-game gatherings filled the rooms with music and stories, and where wedding receptions transformed the property into celebrations beneath the stars. Chickens and ducks once roamed the grounds while gardens flourished beside open fields. Summers brought badminton tournaments in the yard, horseback rides across the countryside, and afternoons spent beneath old oaks with a favorite book in hand.
And perhaps the rarest luxury of all is the silence. No city chaos. Just stillness, privacy, wildlife, and the rare comfort of a home so quiet you hardly hear it at all.
Major updates have already been completed for peace of mind, including a newer roof and gutters (2022), A/C (2022), furnace (2024), and the water softener and water heater are new this year! Many windows provide abundant natural light and beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. The home has also been pre-inspected for added confidence.
For those longing for a home with stories in its walls, room to breathe, unforgettable gatherings, and a touch of vintage sophistication worthy of a Don Draper weekend hideaway, this one-of-a-kind countryside retreat is truly unforgettable.
Location
State MN
County Olmsted
Zoning Residential-Single Family
Rooms
Basement Finished
Interior
Heating Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Number 2
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Fuel Tank - Rented, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Exterior
Parking Features Attached Garage, Floor Drain, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
Garage Spaces 2.0
Roof Type Age 8 Years or Less
Building
Lot Description Tree Coverage - Heavy
Story One
Foundation 1794
Sewer Septic System Compliant - No
Water Well
Level or Stories One
New Construction false
Schools
School District Byron
Others
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