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Beautiful family home in Lowry Hill

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Rates from USD $4000 | Monthly

House | Entire Home | House Sitting Negotiable
Available Dates:
From September 1, 2023 until August 31, 2024

Description

We are physics professors at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities going on sabbatical for a year. We are looking for an academic family who would like to live in and care for our beautiful home in a historic neighborhood close to downtown Minneapolis. The house has two stories plus a finished attic with two offices and a large fenced garden with a large deck. Ground floor: Entrance Hall 8'x25' Living Room 17'x30' with large TV and beautiful working fireplace Piano Room 13'x16' with grand piano Dining Room 13'x13' with table for eight Kitchen 20'x17' with center island, gas cooktop, large double oven, dishwasher, microwave Pantry containing new large washer/dryer Powder room (half bath) Coat closet First floor: Hallway 8'x17' Master bed (SE) 16'x17' with king bed, working fireplace and two closets NE bed 12'x17' with single bed and double closet NW bed 13'x13' with double bed and closet E bath with shower over jet tub. Doors to NE and SE beds. W bath with shower over tub. Door to hallway. Attic level: Hallway/library 12'x24' N office 12'x16' with desk S office 13'x13' with desk and daybed Exterior: Large rear fenced garden with very large deck. Deck is partly shaded by trellis with vines has nice table for six, two sun loungers, a hanging swing seat and a grill. There is driveway to large rear garage. (There is a 4th bed on the second floor which is not included. The basement is not included and we will retain the right to use it on occasional visits (always with warning). It has a separate exterior entrance at the rear. We will be leaving one car in the double garage the use of which is not included.)

Bedrooms
3

Bathrooms
3

Offices
2

Size
3,500 ft2

Suited For
5

Property Type
House

Availability

From September 1, 2023 until August 31, 2024

Minimum Stay

12 Months

Comments: We are looking for a family for the full year. Start/end dates somewhat flexible.

Location

House in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Closest University

University of Minnesota

Nearby Universities
University of St. Thomas | Macalester College | Hamline University | St. Catherine University
Neighborhood

Lowry Hill

Nearby Cities

Minneapolis

Comments: Beautiful house in a beautiful neighborhood close to downtown Minneapolis

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Urban
  • Historic Home
  • Architectural Gem
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $4000 Monthly | Negotiable

The cost of utilities can be discussed

A cleaning service can be discussed

Comments: We are offering full use of the 1st/2nd/3rd floors and garden plus one space in the garage. We would retain the basement (with separate entrance) for occasional short visits during the year.

Considerations

Ask about the suitability of the home for young kids

Ask about bringing pets

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

House Sitting

I may need help while I am away

I may need help with my pet(s)

Potential cat sitting if interested. Potentially care for tropical fish if skilled and interested.

I may need help with plants or garden

Maybe mow the lawn and rake the leaves.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

High Speed Internet

Wi-Fi

TV

Printer

Exterior

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Fireplace

Security

Security System

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Dishwasher

Washer

Dryer

Creative

Piano

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Listing Owner

Member Since 2023

Trust Score (7)
Academic Faculty or Staff

Listing Owner

Member Since 2023

Trust Score (7)
Academic Faculty or Staff
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