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Washburn Lofts Minneapolis Condo & Loft Guide
| Average Price | $3.4M |
|---|---|
| Lowest Price | $3.4M |
| Highest Price | $3.4M |
| Total Listings | 1 |
| Avg. Days On Market | 161 |
| Avg. Price/SQFT | $779 |
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More About Washburn Lofts
Designed by Hewitt & Brown and completed in 1914, the limestone brick structure at 700 S 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401 was initially known as the Washburn-Crosby Utility Building and later became the first Betty Crocker Test Kitchen. Vacated in 1965, damaged by fire in 1991, and purchased by the city in 1992, it was ultimately redeveloped as Washburn Lofts in 2002 as part of the city’s waterfront revitalization. Sharing a wall with the Mill City Museum, the project by LHB and Paul Madson & Associates added a mezzanine level and created 22 condo units, including a premier 7,845-square-foot showcase residence. Its blend of historic and modern elements earned the 2003 Minneapolis Heritage Preservation Award and the AIA MN Honor Award. Other notable historic conversions in the superblock include North Star Lofts and Whitney Landmark Residences.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Washburn Lofts is home to some of the region’s most spectacular urban loft-style residences. A remodeled penthouse with 4,400 square feet of living space and a 3,000-square-foot roof deck set a record in 2022 for the highest condo sale in Minnesota history at $6,999,000. Layouts range from one to three bedrooms, often with bonus dens for home offices or guest rooms. Signature features include 14-foot concrete ceilings with beams, stone pillars, and massive multi-paned windows offering stunning views of the Mississippi River and Stone Arch Bridge.
Many units have been remodeled by top architects and designers. Flooring varies from exotic hardwoods to polished concrete or tile. Common features include exposed ductwork, long-hanging lamps, original brick accents, and open gourmet kitchens with stone counters and high-end stainless appliances. Western- and northern-facing units offer generous balconies, while penthouses boast expansive private terraces. Residents enjoy a stylish lobby, a community room with fireplace, dining and lounge areas, a community kitchen, a fitness center, and a rooftop patio with planters and lounge seating. The pet-friendly building also provides heated garage parking, guest parking, and storage lockers.
On-Site Amenities at Washburn Lofts
- Custom open floorplans with 14-foot ceilings
- Sweeping views of Stone Arch Bridge and the Mississippi River
- Lobby inscription highlighting Mill District history
- Rooftop patio with planters and lounge seating
- Large community room with fireplace, dining, and lounge areas
- Full community kitchen for residents and guests
- State-of-the-art fitness center with cardio and strength equipment
- Heated garage parking, storage lockers, and guest parking
- On-site maintenance, caretakers, and dry cleaning
- Pet-friendly, close to parks and riverfront trails
Experience the Historic Mill District Lifestyle
Washburn Lofts offers a boutique living experience in one of Minneapolis’s most iconic neighborhoods. Residents are steps away from West River Parkway, Mill Ruins Park, Gold Medal Park, Stone Arch Bridge, Guthrie Theater, and the Mill City Museum. The area is known for its vibrant mix of coffee shops, restaurants, farmers markets, and cultural attractions, making it one of the most desirable urban communities in the Twin Cities.
