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Follow Our New Realty Edge LinkedIn PageAre you on LinkedIn? If so, you should follow our new Realty Edge Team company page! You can look to our LinkedIn page for real estate news and

Open House Sunday in NW Rochester From 11am To 1pm Stop by our open house this Sunday, January 27 from 11am - 1 pm in Rochester, MN. Located at 6274 55th Ave NW, this gorgeous, new-construction

6 Great Places For Trivia Night In RochesterNow that the temperature keeps dipping, you might be tired of staying cooped up inside. We suggest rounding up your friends and enjoying trivia night at

New Byron Subdivision-Country View Estates of Byron – Lots for sale!;

Relocating to Rochester MNRelocating to Rochester MN? Relocating can be hard. Relocating an entire family can be highly stressful. There are many things to consider and you may be left with some

7 Veteran Home Buying Cost You Should Keep in MindBuying a house involves a lot of different costs you may not be aware of. Here are 7 veteran home buying costs you should keep in mind.There are

What's a Good Credit Score for a First-Time Home Buyer?Are you looking to buy a house for the first time?Real estate can be a tricky business. People new to real estate often need

First-Time Home Buyer Guide: What to Do Before Buying a HouseAccording to industry data, 5.5 million homes were sold in 2017. Are you planning on joining the ranks this year?If so, you've

Should I buy a home now or wait until 2019? Is it wiser to save more money for a down payment and wait until the spring of next year to purchase a home? If you have been looking at homes online

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New Construction Home for sale in Country Ridge View Estates Byron MN. This home is being built by Elias Homes with a LIFETIME Warranty!!! It will be completed by Halloween 2018.

Check out this four bedroom/two bath bi-level split home in Kasson. Here are just a few things I love about this home: The beautiful tile backsplash in the kitchenThe dining area

This NEW BUILD in Ridgeview Manor Rochester, MN is a 4 Bedroom/3 Bath ranch style home. All modern finishes with an open floor plan includes granite counter tops, birch recessed panel

The Realty Edge has an app! It's called "Millions Mapped" and it's updated every hour! Find listings around the Rochester area! Search homes for sale or rent - enter the criteria specific

Our newest home for sale is in West Concord! This MOVE-IN-READY home sits in a quiet town on a nice large corner lot. It has four bedrooms - three full bedrooms upstairs and one on the main

This four bedroom/three bath home has custom finishes that will impress anyone! The vaulted ceilings and open floor plan boast a beautiful kitchen with gorgeous custom cabinets, tiled

Be the first to live in this brand new build in Zumbrota! This new home has an open floor plan with modern new finishes such as birch panel cabinetry, panel doors, and tray ceilings.

New Listing In Manor Woods Rochester MNViews for days! You can see Assissi Heights right from the living room. The backyard is amazing, it might be the biggest you've seen - AND it's fully fenced!

Home For Sale 26th Street NW RochesterThis four bedroom/2 bath home is move-in ready AND PREINSPECTED! This home is super spacious and updated. The dining area is in the kitchen with a 

Home For Sale 1st Street SW Rochester 55902 This beautiful Craftsman-Style 3 story home is a 5 bedroom/3 bath is filled with modern updates. The modernally finished kitchen includes

Home for sale in NE Byron, MN!This PREINSPECTED four (plus) bedroom/three bath home built in 2016 has all the modern amenities you are looking for. Luxury vinyl tile throughout the main living

This two bedroom/two bath slab-on-grade built home is well-maintained and pre-inspected. With many modern updates, this home is move-in ready. A four-season porch opens to a fenced-in patio for

New Listing in Kasson!This PREINSPECTED, move-in ready, well-maintained,3 bed/2 bath home includes a master en-suite, large open living concept, dining room and kitchen all on one level. The mudroom

The HERS Index is a Home Energy Rating System. It's the industry standard of how to measure a home's energy efficiency and performance. Here's what you need to know about HERS:&

Here's our newest listing in SE Kasson! This pre-inspected patio home with vaulted ceilings gives you the spacious feel you are looking for in a home. The main living area features an open

New listing: home for sale in the Apple Ridge neighborhood in SW Rochester! This four bedroom/three bath home in a mature neighborhood gives you everything you want in a home. Open,

Check out this new listing at 1109 East Avenue in Zumbrota! You will be pleasantly surprised at this craftsman style, cottage feel type home. Modern amenities include stainless steel,

This two-story home for sale in Southwest Rochester (in the Fieldstone neighborhood) is PRE-INSPECTED and move-in ready. The brand new deck looks over a tree-lined backyard with

Gorgeous home for sale in the Colonial Oaks neighborhood in SE Rochester, MN!This beautiful, four bedroom/four bath rambler sits on two acres and has all the modern touches you are looking for.

This home won't last long! This 3 bedroom/2 bathroom is located in the heart of the city - close to schools, trails, parks, downtown and shopping. The backyard has mature trees and gardens and backs

This PREINSPECTED, four bedroom/three bath home is low maintenance and move-in ready. Vaulted ceilings on the main floor gives this well-maintained and modern home an open and airy feel.

You need to check out this recently renovated 3 bedroom, 1 bath rambler in NW Rochester! The entire main floor has brand new carpet, paint and a totally made-over kitchen. The basement is unfinished

This single family 2 bed/1 bath is now on the market! The outdoor space this home offers is huge - and there's a 1,000-plus square foot garage and an additional shed! With almost one acre and a

Looking for a great neighborhood in Rochester, Minnesota? Look no further than Ridgeview Manor! This subdivision is growing everyday - and it's not hard to see why. Ridgeview Manor in

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If you're thinking about selling a home this Fall, you need to read the Fall Seller Guide FIRST! This could be the best resource around to help you make the decision to sell, and

This home is nestled in bluff country along the Zumbro River. It sits on a nice, quiet acreage - a beautiful 25 minute drive from Rochester. Gorgeous scenic valley views! PREINSPECTED, refinished 2

Great entertaining space in this refreshed 5 bedroom/2 bath split! The kitchen and dining area opens to the deck and fully fenced-in backyard with a patio, fire pit and landscaped

This well-cared for ranch in Eyota for Sale sits on over a third of an acre in the quaint town of Eyota. Check out the large, updated, eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar and the living room

This PREINSPECTED 3 bedroom, 3 bath townhome has modern finishes and is totally move-in-ready! Hardwood and tiled floors, GraniteCrete counter tops, stainless steel appliances, nickel finished

This is a move in ready ranch in Elgin for sale. It sits on a corner lot with a large, wrap-around driveway. Great outdoor living with a new front patio and large back deck. New

This is a brand new, preinspected model home with modern touches. The main floor has an open floor plan, kitchen island with stainless steel appliances and large pantry. Family room downstairs for

This two-story 4 bedroom/4 bathroom sits on a cul-de-sac in NW Rochester. The lower level is a walk-out to a fully fenced-in yard and borders a wildlife/park preserve. A freshly painted

This 4 Bedroom/3 Bathroom home is fully finished, PRE-INSPECTED and move-in ready. It has an open floor plan and many modern updates including tiled flooring, baths & stainless steel 

This PREINSPECTED 4 bedroom/2 bath home has all the modern finishes you are looking for! The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, an island, beautiful raised paneled cupboards and

This fully finished, PRE-INSPECTED, 4 Bed/3 Bath home has an open floor-plan with many modern updates. It's well maintained and move-in ready. The large deck off of the dining room

This 3 bedroom/1.5 bath home sits in the great NW location of Elton Hills. Throughout the home you'll find beautiful hardwood floors and there are shiny stainless steel appliances in the kitchen.

This PRE-INSPECTED 3 bedroom/2 bath split with open floor plan is updated and super charming! Modern colors and finishes throughout the home. The fully fenced-in backyard gives you privacy and

Don't miss out on this 4 bed/3 bath split in NW Rochester! So many extras have been added to this home! SOLAR POWER keeps utility bills low to nonexistent! New flooring, high efficiency appliances,

This three bedroom, four bathroom custom built home needs to be seen to be appreciated! Here's a list of all this home has to offer:Double-sided fireplaceLarge eat-in kitchen with granite

The modern finishes on this pre-inspected home are breath-taking! The kitchen/dining/living space is the open concept you dream about for entertaining! Beautiful, dark wood flooring is a

Ever dreamt about having a home overlooking a golf course? Now imagine you get to build the house from scratch! This amazing walk-out ranch lot located on the golf course in Zumbrota is open to all

This fully finished 4 Bedroom 2 Bath home has open floor-plan with vaulted ceilings, ceramic tiles and many modern updates. The large deck off dining/kitchen looks out over the countryside and is

This beautifully updated 1912 brick home has all of its original charm with a wrap-around porch, coffered ceilings, paneled doors, original woodwork, built-in cabinets and a brick fireplace.

Check out this new construction patio home on the Zumbrota Golf Course! Granite counter tops, beautiful recessed panel birch cabinets, 4 season porch drenched in natural sunlight, cozy gas fireplace

This four bedroom, two bathroom home has an open floor plan with solid oak paneled doors and trim. Walk-out from the kitchen onto your beautiful deck overlooking the huge fenced-in backyard which

PRICE REDUCED!!Check out this view!Picture yourself relaxing on your huge front deck watching amazing sunrises and sunsets! The two-story windows in this home in Preston, MN allow you sun

This 4 bedroom/2 bathroom house in NE Kasson is move-in ready! SEE THE VIRTUAL EDGE TO EDGE TOUR HERE Get your vitamin D with all the natural light that pours into this home. The home has

Check out our new and improved office at the Realty Edge! If you have been in our office in the past, you know that our floor was in need of an update. So we got in some cool new carpet. And

Here's the Market Report from December in the Rochester Residential Area: As of December 2016 there were 326 Active Listings on the market in the Rochester Residential area

If you're planning on putting your home on the market, a kitchen remodel is the most cost-effective room remodel. The return of income is usually more than 100% and very often more. A

Realtor Ring Day 2016 is here! Realtor Ring Day is when real estate professionals across the country ring bells for the Salvation Army in their local communities. I'll be ringing the bell for

New model home for sale in Zumbrota!  Take a tour from your home here!  Beautiful new model home with 4 bedrooms/3 baths. Birch panel cabinetry and poplar panel doors. Large 3 car

9 Reasons To List Your Home During The Holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year!)Some people take their home off the market during the holidays because they're too busy with...the!

Market Summary for SW Rochester, MN Rochester, MN 55902 Residential AreaAs of September 2016 there were 133 Active Listings on the market in the 55902 zip code area 

Rochester Market Report September 2016Rochester Residential AreaAs of September 2016 there were 396 Active Listings on the market in the Rochester Residential area which is down from

FALL SELLER'S GUIDEIf you're thinking about selling a home this fall, you need to read this guide FIRST! This could be the best resource around to help you make the decision to sell, and how to

The Rochester Area Builders Fall Remodelers Tour and Showcase of Homes is this weekend! The Rochester Area Builders began in 1953. They are a professional organization of both residential and

Home for sale in Eyota, MN!Located at 422 Everett Avenue Southwest in Eyota, Minnesota, this four bedroom/two bath home is in move-in condition. Check out the beautiful lower level

The Rochester MN Garden Tour is tomorrow!                          

Home For Sale In ZumbrotaRealty Edge presents this beautiful new model home in Zumbrota! This bi-level split has birch panel cabinetry and poplar panel doors.  Modern

Rochesterfest begins this Saturday!!Rochesterfest is a yearly tradition, and this year's theme is "Fun for Everyone"! The first day alone proves that: on Saturday, there's activities for dog lovers,

Home For Sale On Autumn Lake Court SW In RochesterRealty Edge presents this beautiful 2-story home in the sought-after SW area of Autumn Lake in Rochester! This FIVE bedroom, FOUR bath

Home for sale on 7th Street NW in Rochester!Realty Edge presents this well-maintained single family home! This bi-level split home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms has an open floor layout

Now Is The Time to Sell Your Home"It's a seller's market!" You've heard this before, and never has it been more true. Houses are "flying off the shelves" so to speak. With a fairly low inventory,

New home for sale with acreage in River Valley, MN! Are you ready to leave the rat race behind and spend your time living in a sanctuary, a nature preserve, a truly beautiful haven in

Readying Your Home for saleThere are many important steps in marketing your home and getting it ready to list. One step that we have our clients in the Rochester MN area do is

With Destination Medical Center (DMC)starting to make its footprint in Rochester, MN, the ripples are starting to affect the downtown tenants. SEMVA Art Gallery on the Peace Plaza closed its

SW Rochester MN House For SaleAt The Realty Edge Team we believe that when you choose us to sell your home you expect to get marketing that matches your house. So we believe a cool custom home like

Last month we saw the start of football season. For some homes, that is a holiday all within itself! With the start of football we see many friends and family gathering around the large screen,

Halloween is just one week away! Have you picked out your costume? Picked out and carved that perfect pumpkin? Stocked up on the candy? Will you take your children trick-or-treating? Hand out candy

Comming Soon House For Sale Rochester MN 55902. Custom Architecture Home with clean, modern lines that is very refreshing in today cookie cutter era. Seller is completing some last touches on

Get out of your South East Minnesota Real Estate Rut            The Spring is upon us and it's time to get into gear and fulfill all those dreams'

Rochester MN Real Estate Market Update APRIL 2015Here is the skinny on the Rochester MN Real Estate Market from the Realty Edge Team:Absorption Rate:        3.14

3 Realty Edge Team Tips for staying more focused at work   Work is a HUGE part of our lives—though it can be tough to focus on it sometimes. Distractions are everywhere, and even

Rochester Realtor Ring Day80 cents out of every dollar goes directly to help people in need! Realtor Ring Day is Friday, December 5th in Rochester MN for the Salvation Army! As you many of

There are sources of happiness that are quite independent of money.  A millionaire does not enjoy a book more than a poor man.  Plain food tastes as good to a worker who has earned his

New Realty Edge Team Listing At 2430 Parkview Ln SE Rochester This new SE Rochester MN listing is absolutely perfect for a family that is just starting out! Has everything  needed at

Rochester Real Estate Market Stats for October 2014 Absorption Rate-3.71(month of inventory)Average List Price-$263,582Median List Price-$219,900Average Sale Price-$221,804Median Sale Price-,

5930 26th Ave NW Rochester, MN 55901New Realty Edge Team Listing! Exceptional, fully finished 2 Story single family home in NW Rochester. 4 spacious bedrooms, 3 bedrooms all on the 2nd level and

Rochester MN Halloween Home Safety Tips Halloween in Rochester MN is one of the most exciting occasions all year for children and adults alike! With all of the tricks and treats in

NEW LISTING 6320 Mallard Dr NW Rochester, MN 55901Check out this New Construction home in NW Rochester! This up and coming neighborhood in the Ridgeview Subdivision is a great place to live

SALUTE Rochester MNServing those who served.Over the past few months our Realty Edge teammate Dan Kingsley  and a group of other local veterans set and accomplished a goal

4925 Manor Brook Dr NW Rochester A Visual Delight! Feast your eyes on this charming two-story home in NW Rochester.This single family home boasts 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Feel welcomed the

6 Steps To Furnishing Your New Home In RochesterSo you just moved to Rochester? You can’t expect to call your new house a home if it lacks the personal comforts you want. Without the right

New Listing 409 S Elm Ave OwatonaCharming from the outside in! You will fall in love with the timeless character of this 2 Story, 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom single family home. Beautifully

4 Questions To Ask Rochester MN Neighbors Before Buying A HomeHaving nosy neighbors can be beneficial in some circumstances.  If you are buying or have interest in a particular home, it

Realty Edge Team Supporting Miracle League Co-sponsored by the Rochester Miracle League Committee and The Parks & Recreation DepartmentThe Miracle League is a charitable organization

Summer in Rochester MN Rochester is really an exciting place to live, especially during the summer months. There are so many things you can do in the Med City that will keep you entertained

Realty Edge Team Tips For Moving With ChildrenWhen it comes down to it, the big move can be hard on everyone, especially your kids. Children feel powerless when you tell them you’re going to

Historical Charmer in Plainview! Check it out here:http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4053743For more listings like this contact The Realty Edge Team (507-722)

Great Condo Or TownhouseCheck it out here: http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4053576For more listings like this contact The Realty Edge Team (507-722-1107) www

Head Turning Zumbrota Listing! Check it our here:http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4052619For more listings like these contact the Realty Edge Team (507-722-1107)

Efficiency Priced Right!Check it out here: http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4052426For more listings like this contact The Realty Edge Team (507-722-1107) www

Within Minutes Of NW Rochester Amenities Check it out here:http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4049285For more listings like this contact The Realty Edge Team (507

A Rock Solid House That Has All The Right IngredientsCheck it out here:http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4048822For more listings like this contact The Realty Edge

Cute and Cozy Home Offering Parks & Paths Within Blocks Check it our here:http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4048355For more Listings like this contact The

Memorial Day 2014 In Rochester, MN As the last Monday during the month of May approaches, many of us are planning how we will kick off our summer with Memorial Day weekend festivities. As for

2014 Rochester Downtown Farmers Market2014 Summer Farmer’s Market This month in Rochester is the kickoff for the Rochester Downtown Farmers Market.  From savoring produce at the

Experience Convenience and Luxury in this Completely Renovated Rochester listing!Check it out here:http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4052426For more houses like this

Move Right in to this Updated Stunner!Check it out here:http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4051983For more houses like this contact us atwww.rochesterrealtyedge.com;

Home Sweet Home!Check it out here: http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4051744For more houses like this contact us atwww.rochesterrealtyedge.com (507-722)

Move In Ready Home In Pine IslandCheck it out here:http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4048822For more houses like this contact us atwww.rochesterrealtyedge.com -

Privacy Without The PriceCheck it out here:http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4049285For more houses like this contact us atwww.rochesterrealtyedge.com (507-722

Fall in Love With This Cozy Charming Home Check it out here: http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4048355For more houses like this contact us atwww

2014 Studs, Struts, & Stilettos Looking for a fun and out of the ordinary date night this week in the Med City? Rochester Area Builder’s Inc. will take the guess work out of making your

Routine Spring Home MaintenanceCheck Furnace Filter/Replace: Most filters need to be changed every 90 days. A clogged filter will not only cause the furnace to run harder, but it can make the

New Listing Located 804 19th St E Zumbrota, MN 55992 Checkit out here:http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4052619For more houses like this contact us atwww

2014 Spring Showcase of HomesThe Real Estate Market is finally heating up along with the Spring Weather! The popularity of New Construction homes are also on the rise this season, and for many

Rochester MN Top Home Remodeling and Design Trends for 2014If you are a part of the large group of homeowners in Rochester MN planning to remodel your home in the year 2014, there

What Are You Doing For St. Patrick's Day in Rochester MN?Yes we know St. Patrick's Day is on Monday. Time to honor everyone's Irish heritage and celebrate the food and beverages of the infamous

Hot Investment BuysCheck out some of these hot investment opportunities that are on the market now! Click">www.flexmls.com/link.html?12djthgc4n05,4,1">Click to view listing(s)For

One Of The Best Places In MN For Job SeekersAmong the many reasons that Rochester, Minnesota is such a wonderful place to live or relocate, are the ample opportunities for job seekers. As a whole,

New Listing Located 73990 168th Ave  Hayfield, MN 55940Check it out here:http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4050820For more houses like this contact us atwww

Beautiful New Construction Home At 4537 Arctic Fox Rd NW RochesterCheck it out here:http://rmn.craigslist.org/reb/4300823707.htmlFor more houses like this contact us atwww.rochesterrealtyedge.com

New Listing Located 2838 75th St NW  Rochester MN 55901Check it out here:http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4049285For more houses like this contact us atwww

New Listing Located 428 C Ave NE  Chatfield MN Check it out here:http://kyle.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls=157&mlsid=4050458http://dan.rochesterrealtyedge.com/details.php?mls

Green Homes Around Rochester MNIf you are looking specifically for homes that are Green or Eco Friendly and are having trouble-This is your lucky day. Check out this site it will give ones that are

 Getting Your Home Ready To SellThe Checklist Your Home tells your story.  Is it the story you want to tell???Check Your Curb Appeal. Sweep the sidewalk, add potted plant/flowers. How

2013 Rochester MN School Zoning Map If you are relocating to Rochester, MN, you have an array of options for your children's education. Rochester Public Schools has the seventh largest

You probably know that Rochester MN is home to the Mayo Clinic and IBM. You may not know that it is a top 100 place to live (money magazine-2008,2011,2012; and yahoo voices-2012) . With