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2313 Glenwood Ave

Duplex · 2 units: 2 bed / 1 bath and 1 bed / 1 bath unit split estimated · 1,923 sq ft

Minneapolis, MN · Harrison · View the listing ↗

Overpriced

Photos courtesy of Lakes Area Realty - South - Broker, via Realtor.com.

Asking price
$320,000
2 units · $160K per unit
Monthly cash flow
−$388
at 20% down, 7%
Estimated rent
$2,725/mo
medium confidence
Break-even price
$247,055
where cash flow hits $0

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First look

This is a 1905 up/down in Minneapolis asking $320K, and our numbers say it loses about $388 a month at 20% down, with a 4.9% cap rate and a break-even price near $247K. That is roughly $73K below ask, so the price only works with a big cut or a meaningful rent upside. There are no stated rents, so get the rent roll, lease dates and whether either unit is owner-occupied now. The photos show hardwoods and radiators, but the kitchens look dated and the basement is unfinished and unphotographed. Check the rental license first, then the boiler and electrical. Worth a showing only if the seller will come down well toward our break-even.

Things to consider

  1. Price is far above what the numbers support Negative monthly cash flow at ask and a break-even price about $73K lower means you would be paying for hope, not income.
  2. Rental licensing is unverified If the building is not licensed, you may face inspections, fees or limits on renting before collecting rent.
  3. Lower unit layout limits rent With the den as a pass-through room, the lower unit is a true 1-bed, so rent should follow the 1-bed estimate.Listing says: “We're not calling it a second bedroom because the front entrance goes through that room.”
  4. Tax bill will likely rise The county shows a homestead tax; an investor typically pays a higher non-homestead rate, which hurts cash flow further.
  5. Old building systems are unverified A 1905 build with radiators means boiler, wiring and plumbing age drive reserves and insurability.
  6. Long time on market gives leverage 152 days suggests the market disagrees with the ask, so a low offer is reasonable.

From the photos

Listing photo 1
1 of 8Check

Vinyl siding and an open front porch appear in decent shape; the roof shingles look aged but not visibly failing from the ground.

Listing photo 4
2 of 8Concern

Kitchen has older oak cabinets, laminate counters, a white fridge and a drop-in sink. It appears dated but serviceable.

Listing photo 6
3 of 8Plus

Hardwood floors appear in good condition in the bedroom and living areas.

Listing photo 8
4 of 8Check

Radiator heat is visible, consistent with a hot-water boiler system; the boiler itself is not shown.

Listing photo 5
5 of 8Plus

Bathroom has a newer vanity, toilet and sink and looks updated and clean.

Listing photo 3
6 of 8Concern

Rear of the house has a wooden stairway and enclosed porch that appear weathered; check the structure and railings.

Listing photo 1
7 of 8Check

No photos of the basement, boiler, water heater, electrical panel or roof up close.

Listing photo 7
8 of 8Plus

Second kitchen with a gas range appears in the other unit, with stained glass in the living room, consistent with two units.

Based on 10 of the listing photos. Photos can hide as much as they show; an inspection is the real answer.

AI-assisted first read of the listing description and photos (Claude), checked against public records. Every rent and repair above quotes the listing; verify with the agent, leases and an inspection.

The numbers

Down payment %
Offer $
Management
Interest rate %
Edit rents, costs and assumptions

Default: 20% down (no PMI), offer at asking, self-managed, 7.00% for 30 years, buyer pays closing costs (3%).

The deal

Price
$320,000
Cash to close
$73,600
Price per unit
$160,000
GRM
9.8

Each month

Cash flow
−$388/mo
Cash-on-cash
−6.3%
Cap rate
4.9%
DSCR
0.77×

Break-even

Price that breaks even
$247,055
Rent that breaks even
$3,229/mo

Long run

Year 30: property vs stocks
$926K vs $713K
Cash flow turns positive
year 11

Monthly

Monthly breakdown

Rent$2,725
Vacancy (6%)−$164
Collected$2,562
Property tax Listing−$344
Insurance Estimate−$209
Water, sewer, trash Estimate−$170
Lawn care ($120 × 6 mo ÷ 12)−$60
Repairs (8% of rent)−$218
Capital reserve (9% of rent)−$245
Net operating income$1,315
Mortgage (principal + interest)−$1,703
Cash flow−$388
Principal paid down (equity, not cash)$217

Cash flow each year

Rents +3%/yr, costs +3.5%/yr. Red bars are months you'd cover out of pocket.

30 years

How those totals add up

If you buy this building$925,776
Your equity when you sell
$730,121

Sells for $776,724 (value up 3% a year), minus 6% selling cost ($46,603). Rent paid down $256,000 of loan.

Rental profits, invested at 7%
$195,656

$125,519 of cash flow over 30 years, plus what it earned invested.

Same money in stocks$713,278
Cash to close, invested at 7%
$560,262

$73,600 put into an index fund instead of the down payment and closing costs.

Monthly shortfalls, invested
$153,016

$26,005 you'd have paid in while the building lost money, invested instead.

The building comes out $212,498 ahead after 30 years.

Future dollars. At 3% inflation, divide year-30 figures by about 2.4 for today's buying power. Rental profits are assumed invested, not spent.

30 years: this property vs. the same money in stocks

This propertyStocks at 7%

Year 30 (loan paid off): property $926K, stocks $713K. The property wins.

Comparable rentals

Nearby rentals RentCast matched to each unit type, as of 2026-10-05. The estimate above is RentCast's, weighted toward the closest matches.

2 bed / 1 bath estimate $1,475/mo · range $1,275–$1,700

AddressRentBd / BaSq ftDistanceListedMatch
2208-2210 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,299 2 / 1 — 0.1 mi 2026-06-10 94%
519 Russell Ave N, Apt 1, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,650 2 / 1 — 0.2 mi 2022-01-10 94%
506 Newton Ave N, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,400 2 / 1 — 0.3 mi 2026-03-13 94%
1715 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,260 2 / 1 — 0.4 mi 2026-05-02 93%
314 Knox Ave N, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,375 2 / 1 — 0.4 mi 2026-05-01 93%
155 Cedar Lake Rd N, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,100 2 / 1 — 0.4 mi 2026-04-04 93%
238 Irving Ave N, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,360 2 / 1 — 0.6 mi 2026-01-06 93%
625 627 Penn Ave S, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,575 2 / 1 — 0.7 mi 2026-06-10 93%
1407 N Girard Ave, Unit 2, Minneapolis 55411 off market $1,900 2 / 1 1,472 1.1 mi 2026-04-23 93%
405 Queen Ave N, Unit 1, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,250 2 / 1 1,250 0.1 mi 2026-04-05 91%

1 bed / 1 bath estimate $1,250/mo · range $1,025–$1,475

AddressRentBd / BaSq ftDistanceListedMatch
224 Humboldt Ave N, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,099 1 / 1 — 0.6 mi 2026-02-23 93%
1430 N Irving Ave, Rms 1 & 2, Minneapolis 55411 off market $650 1 / 1 — 1.1 mi 2026-06-05 92%
222 Logan Ave N, Apt 3, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,250 1 / 1 1,000 0.4 mi 2026-07-10 88%
222 Logan Ave N, Apt 1, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,250 1 / 1 989 0.4 mi 2026-06-09 88%
222 Logan Ave N, Apt 2, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,250 1 / 1 900 0.4 mi 2026-09-09 87%
1707 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis 55405 off market $950 1 / 1 800 0.4 mi 2026-05-18 85%
52 Groveland Ter, Unit 316, Minneapolis 55403 off market $1,500 1 / 1 900 1.2 mi 2026-06-24 85%
2324 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis 55405 off market $975 1 / 1 700 0.0 mi 2026-04-04 85%
2208-2210 Glenwood Ave, Minneapolis 55405 off market $1,299 2 / 1 — 0.1 mi 2026-06-10 84%
2107 5th Ave N, Unit 3, Minneapolis 55405 off market $900 1 / 1 687 0.2 mi 2026-01-23 84%

On the maps, this property and comparable rentals. Comparable rentals and rent estimate: RentCast. Rents are asking rents from listings; check them against the actual leases.

Red flags and opportunities

Watch for

  • highPriced well above what rents support: negative cash flow and break-even about $73K under ask. Based on: data: underwriting · AI review
  • mediumNo rental license on file in the city's data. Ask whether the building is licensed as a rental and when it was last inspected. Public record: Minneapolis Active Rental Licenses: no record for 2313 GLENWOOD AVE
  • mediumLower unit's front entrance runs through the den, so the den is not a bedroom and the layout is awkward for privacy. Listing says: We're not calling it a second bedroom because the front entrance goes through that room. · AI review
  • mediumTaxes are billed at the homestead rate; an investor will likely pay a higher non-homestead bill. Based on: data: county.homestead · AI review

Opportunities

  • Long time on market: room to negotiate. Based on: Listing data: 152 days on market
  • Unfinished full basement could offer storage, laundry or possible added space, subject to code and egress. Listing says: Full unfinished basement. · AI review
  • No rent cap in Minneapolis, so rents can follow the market after updates. Based on: data: underwriting.rent_rule · AI review
  • 152 days on market gives room to negotiate price. Based on: data: listing.days_on_market · AI review

Questions for the agent

  • What are the current rents, lease end dates, and is either unit owner-occupied?
  • Is the building licensed as a rental, and when was it last inspected?
  • How old are the boiler, roof, and electrical panel, and are there fuses or knob-and-tube wiring?
  • Who pays heat? Is it one boiler or separate systems for each unit?
  • Why has it sat 152 days, and have there been price cuts or offers?
  • Is the basement dry, and is there laundry hookup and storage for each unit?

Bottom line

Charming old duplex, but at $320K it loses money; it only works near $247K or with proven higher rents. AI-assisted summary

What the records say

Where each number comes from

Property tax / yr Listinglisting, tax year 2025. The tax the listing states. If the seller lives there it may be at the lower homestead rate; an investor owner pays the non-homestead rate, often 20–40% more on the owner's unit.$4,131
Insurance / yr Estimateestimate. from units, square feet and age; get a quote$2,509
Water, sewer, trash / mo Estimateestimate. $85/unit/mo, owner-paid$170
Heat / mo Assumptionassumption. tenants pay heat; confirm with the agent$0
Lawn care / mo Assumptionassumption. $120/mo for 6 months, spread over 12; no snow removal$60
Repairs / capital reserve Rulerule. built 1905: +1 pt capital reserve8% / 9%

Price history Realtor.com

On the market since 2026-05-06 (152 days); last sold for $175,000 on 2005-11-28.

DateEventPrice
Listed$320,000
Sold public record$175,000
Sold public record$80,000
Sold public record$30,000

County record Public record

Recorded asduplex
Living units2
Year built1905
Market value (2026)$313,700
Property tax$4,579
Special assessmentsnone
Homesteadno
Last sale2005-11-01 · $175,000

Source: Hennepin County parcel records.

City rental license

No record in Minneapolis Active Rental Licenses.

Nearest highway

I 394, about 1136 m away.

Crime in Harrison

245 incidents in the last 12 months (76 per 1,000 residents), +27% vs. the year before. Minneapolis police incidents, all reported offenses (definitions differ from St. Paul's, so don't compare across cities).