Main-Level Living Is Hard to Find Under $400K in Bloomington. Here's One That Delivers
The Short Answer
8236 Dupont Ave S in Bloomington, MN 55420 is a 1955 rambler listed at $395,000 with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 full, 1 half), and 2,189 finished square feet. Three of the four bedrooms are on the main level, the lower level is finished with a family room and fourth bedroom, and the backyard is fully fenced with a deck. The home sits in Bloomington Public Schools District 271 with quick access to I-35W, Highway 62, Highway 100, and MSP airport.
Main-level living is one of the most requested features I hear from buyers right now, and one of the hardest to actually find under $400,000 in Bloomington. 8236 Dupont Ave S just hit the market, and it's worth a closer look if that floor plan has been on your list.
Why main-level living matters more than people expect
Most 1950s ramblers in this price range have been chopped up over the decades: a bedroom converted to an office, a single bath serving four people, systems original to the house. This one bucks that trend. Three of the 4 bedrooms sit on the main floor, the systems have already been updated (furnace, water heater, humidifier, windows), and the lower level was finished as genuine living space rather than an unfinished afterthought.
For a downsizer, that means no daily stairs. For a growing family, it means the 4th bedroom and family room downstairs can flex into a guest room, office, or playroom without sacrificing the main floor. For a first-time buyer, it means fewer near-term repair bills eating into the budget right after closing.
The neighborhood context
This stretch of Bloomington sits within Public Schools District 271, walkable to Valley View Playfield, Bryant Park, and Penn Lake, with the Bloomington Family Aquatic Center nearby for summer. It's also one of the more commute-friendly pockets of the south metro. I-35W, Highway 62, Highway 100, and MSP airport are all close, which matters whether you're headed downtown, to the airport, or anywhere in between.
What's actually been updated (and why it matters)
Big-ticket home systems are usually where buyers get nervous on an older home. Here, most of that nervousness is already handled: 12 replacement windows, added insulation in the attic, walls, and foundation, a newer furnace, water heater, and humidifier, plus a new privacy fence around the backyard. That's the kind of maintenance list that typically shows up as a negotiating point on inspection. Instead, it's already checked off.
Who tends to fit this home best
- First-time buyers who want single-level living without a starter-home price tag
- Downsizers who want main-floor bedrooms and no daily stairs
- Growing families who need a flexible 4th bedroom or lower-level living space
Want the full details?
Photos, the virtual tour, exact pricing, and the complete spec sheet live on the listing page: 8236 Dupont Ave S, Bloomington, MN. An open house is scheduled, contact Jason directly for the current showing schedule.
Thinking about buying or selling a home in Bloomington or the surrounding Twin Cities area? Get in touch with Jason, no pressure, no obligation, just a conversation. You can also call or text 612-247-7593 or email jason.lange@remax.net.
Listed and marketed by Jason Lange, REALTOR®, RE/MAX Results. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Square footage, lot size, taxes, and other property details are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 8236 Dupont Ave S have?
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The home has 4 bedrooms (3 on the main level, 1 in the finished lower level) and 2 bathrooms (1 full, 1 half).
What school district is 8236 Dupont Ave S in?
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The property is located within Bloomington Public Schools District 271.
Does this Bloomington home have main-level living?
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Yes, 3 of the 4 bedrooms and both living areas are on the main floor, with a finished lower level adding additional space.
What updates have been made to the home?
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Recent updates include 12 replacement windows, added insulation, a newer furnace, water heater, humidifier, bath fan, dryer vent, and a new privacy fence.
Who is the listing agent for 8236 Dupont Ave S?
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Jason Lange, REALTOR with RE/MAX Results, is the listing agent. He can be reached at 612-247-7593 or jason.lange@remax.net.
About the Author
Written by Jason Lange
Jason has helped families throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin navigate the sale of inherited homes for more than two decades. He is a licensed REALTOR® since 2004 with a background in mortgage lending, which gives him a practical understanding of the financial side of these decisions.
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