42 Homes with Two Stories

42 Homes with Two Stories

Welcome to the vibrant neighborhood of 42 in Minneapolis, MN, where urban charm meets suburban tranquility. Nestled within Hennepin County, this delightful community offers a perfect blend of modern amenities and rich historical character. Known for its tree-lined streets and friendly atmosphere, 42 is an ideal place for families, young professionals, and retirees alike.

The neighborhood boasts a diverse array of homes, including stunning two-story residences that exude both elegance and functionality. These homes often feature spacious layouts with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms, making them perfect for growing families or anyone seeking additional space. Many of these two-story homes are adorned with beautiful architectural details, including classic brick facades, large windows that let in abundant natural light, and inviting front porches that beckon you to relax and enjoy the local scenery.

Living in 42 means you'll have access to a wealth of local amenities. Enjoy leisurely strolls to nearby parks, where you can take in the lush greenery or engage in recreational activities. The neighborhood is also well-connected to Minneapolis' vibrant downtown area, offering a plethora of dining, shopping, and entertainment options just a short drive or public transit ride away.

Community spirit thrives in 42, with various events and gatherings fostering connections among residents. Whether you're exploring the local farmers’ market or attending neighborhood block parties, you'll quickly feel at home in this welcoming environment. Discover the charm of two-story homes in 42, where comfort, community, and convenience come together to create the perfect place to call home in Minneapolis!

Newest 42 Homes with Two Stories

3742 Abbott Avenue S, Minneapolis
$1,850,000
5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7157764 MLS
Available only due to relocation, this exceptional Linden Hills residence offers a rare opportunity just one block from Bde Maka Ska and overlooking the 6th and 7th holes of The Minikahda Club. With 4,727 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and distinctive Mediterranean-inspired design, this custom home combines luxury, character, and one of Minneapolis’ most desirable locations. The main level is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring a chef’s kitchen, formal dining room with built-in buffet and wine bar, spacious living room opening to a private backyard patio and trellis, and a dedicated library off the foyer. Marble, exotic woods, decorative tile, and custom architectural details create warmth and character throughout. Upstairs, the expansive owner’s suite is a true retreat with a private sitting room, fireplace, sunset-facing balcony, jetted tub, and steam shower. Two additional bedrooms, a ¾ bath, and an alcove office complete the upper level. The finished lower level is built for entertaining with a granite walk-up bar, large family room, and impressive 300-bottle wine cellar featuring heated tumbled limestone floors. Two additional bedrooms and a ¾ bath provide excellent flexibility for guests, home offices, or additional living space. Outside, enjoy a custom paver driveway, secluded sitting area, sunshade trellis, established Tuscan-inspired perennial gardens, and a 2-car garage with epoxy flooring designed to accommodate two-level car lifts. Located in the heart of Linden Hills, just steps from Bde Maka Ska, walking and biking trails, and minutes from neighborhood shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, and recreation. A distinctive Minneapolis luxury home offering space, privacy, golf course views, lake access, and an exceptional walkable lifestyle—available now only because of relocation.

3742 Abbott Avenue S, Minneapolis

Listing courtesy of Compass.

4120 Queen Avenue S, Minneapolis
$1,495,000
3 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 7114114 MLS
Location, location, location! A rare opportunity in one of Linden Hills’ most coveted settings, this classic Queen Avenue home sits directly across the street from the historic Lake Harriet trolley stop, with the Bandshell just a two-minute walk away. Enjoy summer concerts drifting over from the Bandshell from any of the home’s three front porches, or make the quick walk down to join the crowd. Add morning walks, runs and bike rides around the lake, watching the vintage streetcar make its way between Lake Harriet and Bde Maka Ska, and easy access to the shops and restaurants of Linden Hills, and this address delivers an exceptional Minneapolis lifestyle. Originally built in 1904 as this stretch near the lake was first developed, the home was extensively renovated and expanded in the early 1990s, blending original character with modern function across approximately 3,400 finished square feet of gracious living space, ideal for both everyday life and entertaining. The result includes an expansive kitchen with abundant storage and casual dining, a generous formal dining room, an inviting family room, and a handsome front library. From the front foyer, enjoy beautiful views of nature, Lake Harriet and the occasional passing trolley. Upstairs, all three bedrooms are thoughtfully located on one level along with three baths, and each bedroom features a vaulted ceiling. The private primary suite is a standout, featuring its own sunroom wrapped in nearly 270 degrees of windows—framing views east toward the lake, south along the side of the home, and back over the patio and yard—a quiet retreat within the home. The finished lower level adds a spacious recreation room with a large egress window, a ¾ bath, and additional flexible living space. Think 4th bedroom or mother-in-law suite potential. Outside, the home offers four distinct outdoor living spaces: three front porches—including a screened porch with sweeping views toward the lake, along the south side of the home and back toward the patio—plus a side patio made for summer barbecues. The exceptionally deep, 0.26-acre lot, framed by mature landscaping, provides a rare sense of space and privacy this close to the lake and includes both a playhouse and playset. An attached three-car tandem garage adds another rarity for the neighborhood, with a tunnel connecting the garage to the house—an especially welcome feature during Minnesota winters. With its irreplaceable lake-adjacent location, historic character, generous proportions and thoughtful updates, 4120 Queen Avenue offers a truly uncommon opportunity to make a piece of Linden Hills history your own.

4120 Queen Avenue S, Minneapolis

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Integrity Lakes.

4051 Linden Hills Boulevard, Minneapolis
$2,195,000
5 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 7148134 MLS
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.

4051 Linden Hills Boulevard, Minneapolis

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty - Lakes.

3944 Xerxes Avenue S, Minneapolis
$949,900
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7142658 MLS
Charming 1929 two-story Tudor in the heart of Linden Hills, where timeless character meets thoughtful modern updates. This classic home truly lives large, with remarkably spacious living & dining rooms, beautiful original details & a floor plan that makes the most of every square foot. Extensive improvements enhance the home while preserving its character. The owner’s suite now features a private ¾ bath with heated towel bar & custom fitted closets and fantastic private balcony. Carpeting was removed to reveal original wood floors, adding warmth & character throughout. The refreshed kitchen features enameled cabinetry with updated brass hardware, marble countertops & continuous marble backsplash, custom-built peninsula, new appliances & upgraded lighting. The remodeled lower level adds valuable living space with a legal fourth bedroom featuring two south-facing egress windows, a new ¾ bath also with heated towel bar & bamboo flooring. The finished laundry area provides flexible space for an exercise room, hobby area or workspace, while new walls & doors separate the utility & storage/gym areas. Additional improvements include a whole house smart-home system, central air conditioning, a new membrane porch roof & new electrical meter. Outside, enjoy a private, fully fenced backyard with no alley—ideal for relaxing, entertaining, gardening or play. The location is hard to beat—just blocks from Bde Maka Ska & Lake Harriet, with Linden Hills shops, restaurants & cafés nearby, plus the Lake Harriet Bandshell, parks & trails. Served by award-winning Lake Harriet Community School & Southwest High School. Classic Tudor charm, generous spaces & extensive modern updates—all in one of Minneapolis’ most beloved neighborhoods.

3944 Xerxes Avenue S, Minneapolis

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.

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