Sold / Closed
$790,000

Sold price · Closed Aug 28, 2026

$280/sqft

Auditors Sub 135

5940 Galpin Lake Road, Shorewood, MN, 55331
5  Bedrooms3  Bathrooms3,041  Square Feet2.55  Acres
Days on market44
Year built1915
Garage spaces3
TypeResidential
Est. $22,500buyer credit when you buy with SODL

About this home

Introducing 5940 Galpin Lake Road in the heart of Shorewood, Minnesota. Set on 2.55 private and wooded acres, this character-filled 1915 home offers a rare combination of privacy, history, and convenience, just minutes from Downtown Excelsior and the amenities of Lake Minnetonka. While standing as one of the original homes, once part of an apple orchard, the property carries a quiet sense of nostalgia while offering four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and deeded access to Galpin Lake. It also offers extraordinary flexibility for the future. A storybook front porch welcomes you inside, where hardwood floors, rich woodwork, enameled wood slat ceiling, and warm architectural details create a timeless sense of character. The home was built for entertaining, with a spacious living room that flows into the formal dining room, featuring a built-in buffet and display cabinetry that adds both charm and functionality. The adjacent kitchen is bright and welcoming, for those quintessential moments of Midwest congregating. Two distinct living spaces provide warmth and flexibility, contributing to the home’s enduring character. Windows throughout, frame views of the surrounding woods, and reinforce the property’s peaceful, secluded setting. A versatile main-level office with an adjacent three-quarter bathroom offers the flexibility to serve as a guest suite or main-floor bedroom. Upstairs, you’ll find the primary bedroom, three additional spacious bedrooms, and a recently renovated full bathroom. The lower level offers a generous flex space to create a family room, workout room, or future expansion, and boasts abundant storage. Outside, enjoy the privacy and natural beauty of 2.55 acres surrounded by mature trees, along with a detached three-car garage, which will have some new roofing and siding work, with installation anticipated in the coming weeks. Ideally located steps from Downtown Excelsior, you’ll enjoy easy access to charming boutiques, restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, and the many recreational amenities of Lake Minnetonka. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby access to the Lake Minnetonka LRT Regional Trail, offering miles of scenic walking and biking paths. Located in the award-winning Minnetonka School District. Whether you choose to enjoy the home’s historic character, thoughtfully expand upon it, or explore the long-term possibilities offered by this exceptional acreage, this is a rare opportunity to own one of Shorewood’s most distinctive properties.

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Home facts

Property typeResidential
Property subtypeSingle Family
Year built1915
LevelsTwo
Living area3,041 sqft
Above-grade finished3,041 sqft
Below-grade finished0 sqft
Lot size2.55 acres (2.55 Acres)
Days on market44
ListedJun 24, 2026
MLS #NST7093013
CountyHennepin
SubdivisionAuditors Sub 135
Parcel #3411723420018

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3
Bath breakdown
1 full / 1 3/4 / 1 half
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Humidifier, Water Filtration System, Water Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Rented

Property

Levels / stories
Two
Garage
3 spaces · 32x22 · 704 sqft
Parking features
Detached Garage, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener
Patio & porch
Covered, Front Porch
Exterior features
Wood
Waterfront
Deeded Access, Dock, Lake View

Construction

Property type
Residential
Property subtype
Single Family
Foundation
Block · 1,716 sqft
Roof
Age Over 8 Years, Asphalt
Year built
1915

Utilities

Water
Well
Sewer
City Sewer/Connected
Fuel
Natural Gas

Community & HOA

Subdivision
Auditors Sub 135
HOA
No HOA
School district
276 - Minnetonka
High school district
Minnetonka

Financial & listing details

Annual tax
$10,097.5 (2026)
Listed
Jun 24, 2026
Days on market
44
Manufactured home
Yes

Interior details

Total bathrooms3
Full baths1
3/4 baths1
Half baths1
1/4 baths0
BasementFull, Unfinished
HeatingForced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Fireplaces2
LaundryLaundry Room, Main Level, Sink
AppliancesDishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Humidifier, Water Filtration System, Water Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Rented
DiningBreakfast Area, Eat In Kitchen, Living/Dining Room, Separate/Formal Dining Room
AmenitiesHardwood Floors, Kitchen Window, Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet, Natural Woodwork, Paneled Doors, Porch, Security System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Washer/Dryer Hookup, Walk-In Closet
AccessibilityNone
Special features3 BR on One Level, 4 BR on One Level, All Living Facilities on One Level, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Laundry

Exterior & lot

ExteriorWood
RoofAge Over 8 Years, Asphalt
FoundationBlock
Foundation area1,716 sqft
Patio/porchCovered, Front Porch
Lot featuresAccessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Medium
Road frontageCity Street, Paved Streets
Road responsibilityPublic Maintained Road
ZoningResidential-Single Family

Utilities

Water sourceWell
SewerCity Sewer/Connected
FuelNatural Gas

Parking & garage

ParkingDetached Garage, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener
Garage spaces3
Garage size704 sqft

Financial details

Annual taxes$10,097.5
Tax year2026
Taxes w/ assessments10097.5
Assessment pendingNo
Lender ownedNo
Short saleNo
ForeclosureNo

Schools

District276 - Minnetonka
District number276
District phone9524015000
High schoolMinnetonka
SODL flat fee brokerage
$22,500Estimated buyer credit
SODL platform fee $3,000Your buyer credit $22,500

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Estimated monthly payment

$5,592/mo
Principal & interest$4,467
Property taxes$841
Home insurance (est.)$283
%
$170,000
0%50%
Credit score
Loan term

These payment estimates are for illustration purposes only and may vary based on your lender, interest rate, credit profile, down payment, taxes, insurance, and loan terms. For a more accurate monthly payment estimate, speak with your lender or connect with SODL’s preferred lending partner.

Location

5940 Galpin Lake Road, Shorewood, MN, 55331

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Listing information

MLS #NST7093013
StatusClosed
Last updatedAug 29, 2026, 1:51 PM
Originally listedJun 24, 2026, 10:15 AM
Listing officeCompass
Co-listing officeCompass

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