909 8th Street Sw, Rochester, MN 55902

Rochester
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909 8th Street Sw,Rochester, MN 55902
$1,950,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 6 Baths
  • 7,939 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: sandra reid
Office: re/max results
MLS#:7095655
Source:NSMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$1,950,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$225.3

About this home

Perched atop Rochester’s iconic Pill Hill, the distinguished Dr. William L. Benedict House is a rare opportunity to own one of the city’s most celebrated historic residences. Designed in 1925 by renowned Rochester architect Harold Crawford for the head of Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology, this landmark Tudor Revival home beautifully blends nearly a century of history with the comfort, convenience, and sophistication of modern living. Set on a private, beautifully landscaped lot in Rochester’s most storied neighborhood the pre-inspected home offers over four finished levels designed for today’s lifestyle. Just a short walk to Mayo Clinic, Soldiers Field, Folwell School, downtown restaurants, and parks, the location combines the charm of Old Southwest with unparalleled convenience. Inside, original hardwood floors, handcrafted millwork, architectural details, and gleaming historic character have been thoughtfully preserved while extensive renovations have transformed the home for...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1925
  • Subdivision & Development:Head & Mcmahon Add
  • Listing ID #:7095655
  • Added:100 day(s) ago
  • Updated:September 29, 2026 at 12:24 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:6
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Dining Description:Eat In Kitchen, Informal Dining Room, Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • Bathrooms Description:Bathroom Ensuite, Full Basement, Main Floor 1/2 Bath
  • Kitchen Description:Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Block, Full, Sump Pump
  • Living area:7,939 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air, Zoned
  • Heating:Boiler, Fireplace(s), Hot Water, In-Floor Heating
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Age Over 8 Years, Shingle
  • Year built:1925
  • Building area:7,939 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.41 Acres
  • Lot Features:Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Tree Coverage - Light
  • Levels:2+ Story

Schools

  • High school:Mayo
  • Middle school:John Adams
  • Elementary school:Folwell

Utilities

  • Water:City Water - Connected
  • Sewer:City Sewer - Connected

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$1,950,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$225.3
  • Tax amount:$26,188 (2026)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:Water Softener Owned

Parking

  • Parking description:Attached Garage, Concrete, Floor Drain
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2
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