There are addresses in this neighborhood that people quietly wait for. This is one of them. Positioned directly along Minnehaha Creek in the heart of Tangletown, 520 W Minnehaha Parkway offers something this corner of Minneapolis rarely produces, a protected, unobstructed view of the water and the natural corridor beyond, with no homes across from you. Just the creek, the wildlife, and the seasons changing in front of you every single day. Deer, turkey, and eagles are occasional visitors. Kayakers pass by in the warmer months. And on a quiet morning, the sound of flowing water is simply the backdrop to your day. What makes this more than a view, however, is the floor plan behind it. Single level living is not something Tangletown offers easily. The neighborhood is defined by its two story homes, its character, and its community, and for those who love it here but are ready to stop climbing stairs, options have been almost nonexistent. This home is the exception. A thoughtfully designed ranch layout with over 3,000 finished square feet delivers the ease and openness of main level living without asking you to compromise on space, quality, or the neighborhood you have already chosen. Inside, warm hardwood floors and a stone fireplace ground the main living area in a way that feels settled and considered. The layout flows naturally, living from kitchen to dining, open without feeling exposed. And then there is the back corner wrapped in windows. Light fills it from two sides, the backyard becomes part of the view, and sliding doors lead directly out to the patio and hot tub. It is the kind of spot that becomes a favorite quickly and without much effort. The primary suite carries the same quiet quality. A freestanding soaking tub sits beneath the window, dual vanities in warm wood tones anchor the ensuite, and a glass walk-in shower brings it all together. Main level laundry sits just steps away, discreet, functional, and exactly where it should be. Downstairs, the fully finished lower level extends the home in the best sense. A private bedroom, an expansive living area, and flexible space for a home office, gym, or both. The steam shower adds a genuine retreat from a cold Minneapolis day, or simply a place to decompress at the end of one. Outside, the backyard has been engineered and leveled to create a generous, highly usable space that is genuinely uncommon in the city, framed by mature trees, ideal for entertaining, and easy to simply enjoy. And the garage. Three cars, alley access, and a loft above for additional storage. For a neighborhood where a two car garage is considered generous, this is a meaningful distinction. The location completes it. Minnehaha Creek and its trail system directly out front. Kowalski's, Prima, El Sazn, the library, all within a short walk. The kind of walkability that a condo offers, with a backyard, a garage, and a setting that no condo can replicate. Some homes in this neighborhood offer the lifestyle. Fewer offer the floor plan. Almost none offer both alongside a view like this. This one does.

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