South Metro's Most Affordable New Construction Homes in Minnesota
About this video
Welcome to Meadowview Preserve—an exciting new construction community in the South Metro where affordability still lives! 😮 This beautiful development offers thoughtfully designed homes that combine modern living with suburban charm. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade, Meadowview Preserve proves that you can still find quality and comfort without breaking the bank.
Key takeaways
- A December tour of Pulte's Mercer model at Meadow View Preserve, a new south-metro development with many lots available at the time: about 2,700 square feet with four bedrooms upstairs, priced around the mid-$600,000s.
- The main floor has an entry office nook, a large matte-finish island with a black sink, double ovens, a gas fireplace (which can heat the home if the furnace fails, unlike many electric units) with stacked stone and slat accent walls, dining for eight, a second work nook and a mudroom bench.
- Upstairs are a large laundry room with cabinets, an owner's suite with ceiling speakers, a tiled shower, a semi-private water closet and a closet with a window, plus three more bedrooms and a hall bath with double sinks.
- The unfinished basement has 9-foot ceilings and corner mechanicals; finishing it (family room, bath and an egress bedroom) runs about $40,000 to $45,000, according to the video.
Questions this video answers
Is a gas fireplace better than an electric one?
A gas fireplace can heat much of a home if the furnace fails, while many electric units are mostly decorative, Jason notes. Gas also adds real warmth on cold Minnesota nights.
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Notes written by Huerkamp Home Group from this video. Figures are as stated in the video on April 9, 2025; check the current numbers in our market reports.
