Date
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Price
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7/16/2026
Listed
$349,900
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Property Description
Discover the perfect blend of country living and exceptional versatility on 5.63 acres across two parcels, conveniently located at the edge of town with city water and sewer. This unique property, located across the street from Hole 5 of the Madelia Golf Course, offers 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, numerous updates, and an incredible collection of outbuildings ideal for hobbyists, contractors, horse enthusiasts, or anyone needing abundant storage and workspace. The home features a spacious floor plan with a gas fireplace in the living room, an electric fireplace in the primary suite, and a three-season porch with a newly reshingled roof (2024) and venting for a future wood stove. Relax outdoors on the paver patio overlooking the beautiful acreage. The lower level, formerly used as a salon, offers abundant electrical outlets and water access, making it ideal for a home business, studio, hobby room, or future customization. Lower level also includes a wall safe. Outbuildings include an impressive 112' x 40' pole building with four separate bays (three 20' x 40' and one 32' x 40'), all with 13' overhead doors, a 28' x 51' horse barn, a 23' x 36' Quonset with running water, wood-burning stove, and upper-level gardeners shed, a heated wood shop, a 30' x 30' detached garage with concrete floor, and a versatile 14' x 24' bonus building. Dedicated RV parking provides even more flexibility. Recent improvements include a new refrigerator (2025), roof (2023), central air (2024), water heater (2023), dishwasher and range (2019), and washer and dryer (2015). Rare opportunity to own an acreage with city utilities, extensive outbuildings, modern updates, and endless flexibility. Qualified VA buyers may have the opportunity to assume the seller's existing VA loan at an exceptional 2.80% interest rate, offering significant potential monthly savings.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 223 Joy Ave SW
General
- Price: $349,900
- Taxes: (2026)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NorthStarMLS_RMLS
- MLS ID: 7109526
- Updated: 7/18/2026
- Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Electric, Family Room, Gas, Primary Bedroom
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Dining Room: Informal Dining Room, Kitchen/Dining Room
- Formal Dining Room: Informal Dining Room, Kitchen/Dining Room
Additional Information
- Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floors, Natural Woodwork, Tile Floors, Washer/Dryer Hookup
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Description: 30 x 30
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Detached Garage
Location
- County: Watonwan
- Township: Madelia
- Driving Directions: Hwy 60 towards Madelia, exit at County Hwy 3 Madelia. Turn left at the top of ramp. (County Rd 3 becomes E Main St.) Continue past downtown Madelia and turn left at Joy Street SW at the edge of town.
School Information
- School District: 837 - Madelia
- High School District: Madelia
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: City Sewer Connected
- Water: City Water (Connected)
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Finished basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished
- Foundation Size: 956
- Roof: Asphalt
- Disability Access: None
- Square Feet: 3,778
- Above Ground: 3,060 Sq. Ft.
- Below Ground: 956 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Down/Base.: 4,016 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Barn(s), Pole Building, Workshop, Storage Shed
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.459
- Lot Dimensions: 245242.8 SQ FT
- Frontage: City Street, County Road
- Zoning: Residential-Single Family
- Lot Description: Medium Tree Coverage
Financial Considerations
- Tax Year: 2026
- Terms: Conventional, VA, FHA, Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: ORIGINAL - MADELIA CITY BLOCK-026 S 56' OF LOTS 6, 7; S 56 OF W 30' OF LOT 8; 50' X 56' OF ADJ VAC KING AVE; 44' X 200
- Property ID: 171001895
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Schools
Schools serving 223 Joy Ave SW
School District:Madelia Public School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Madelia Elementary School 121 East Main Street, Madelia, MN 56062 | PK-6 | 0.9 mi |
Madelia Secondary 320 Buck Avenue Southeast, Madelia, MN 56062 | 7-12 | 1 mi |
Eminnesota Online Academy 320 Buck Avenue Southeast, Madelia, MN 56062 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 223 Joy Ave SW
Tax History
Tax History for 223 Joy Ave SW
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$38
9%
$180,000
—
2023
$35
94%
$180,200
17%
2023
$18
-49%
$154,500
5%
2022
$35
—
$147,800
12%
2021
$35
—
$131,500
26%
2020
$35
-98%
$104,600
3%
2019
$1,824
-11%
$101,300
-19%
2018
$2,044
51%
$124,700
69%
2017
$1,350
14%
$73,800
21%
2016
$1,182
-1%
$61,200
-3%
2015
$1,196
-18%
$62,900
-37%
2014
$1,452
—
$100,300
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223 Joy Avenue SW, Madelia, MN 56062 (MLS# 7109526) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 2 partial bathrooms. 223 Joy Avenue SW is currently listed for $349,900 and was received on July 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 223 Joy Avenue SW? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Madelia? You can browse all Madelia real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.