“Man Cave” (No Caption Needed) Even without the letters helpfully spelling out “Man Cave” on the right wall, it’s likely that prospective home Buyers could figure out this room’s purpose. The stunning, Tudor-style home that goes with: 2848 Sunset Boulevard, just southwest of Minneapolis’ Cedar Lake (photo, right). Edina Realty – City Lakes agent Sheri...Read More
What’s the difference between a “Tudor” and a “Revival Tudor?” As far as I can tell . . . none. In fact, “Revival Tudor” appears to simply be the more formal name for what everyone commonly refers to as plain old “Tudor.” Here’s a good working definition: “The essential characteristics of a Tudor Revival house...Read More
Not Changing Horses Brands in Midstream [Editor’s Note: The views expressed here are solely those of Ross Kaplan, and do not represent Edina Realty, Berkshire Hathaway, or any other entity referenced.] Looking for awnings and billboards in the Twin Cities plastered with the name “Berkshire?” You’re not likely to find them. “Is That Spelled I-D-I-N-A-H?”...Read More
Directions By Car? No, Bike It won’t work if you need your car to drive to another appointment immediately afterwards. And it’s hardly an option when it’s 10 below in January in Minnesota (in my case, make that, “anything below 50 degrees — above zero“). However, it’s only a matter of time until MLS includes the following,...Read More
Surprisingly Spacious Where: 2921 Huntington Ave South, in St. Louis Park’s Fern Hill neighborhood (and just blocks to Cedar Lake and Lake Calhoun). What: Two-story stucco duplex (up and down) with 2 BR/1 Bath on each floor. How much: $429,900. When: Price reduced three days ago. Who: listed by Ross Kaplan, Edina Realty – City Lakes. Don’t miss...Read More
Top 1% of North America Realtors I confess: I regard (at least some) sales awards the way I do compliments: you wonder what the ulterior motive is. In the case of sales honors, they’re often quickly followed by a solicitation to market said award, either by licensing it, advertising it*, or sometimes literally just framing...Read More
