
Land with Home for Sale in Rochester, Minnesota
5730 Heather Dr SW, Rochester, MN 55902
Rare opportunity to own a private 11.46 acre retreat in a highly desirable southwest Rochester neighborhood, with the potential to subdivide into two parcels for an additional homesite! Featuring mature woodlands, open pasture, and beautiful natural scenery, this remarkable property offers exceptional privacy in a peaceful, park-like setting. The open pasture and pole shed/horse barn provide an ideal setting for horses and equestrian pursuits, while the wooded acreage offers opportunities for hunting and outdoor recreation. As part of the Cairnbrae Homeowners Association, owners also enjoy access to 39 acres of shared HOA land, further enhancing the property's recreational appeal. The potential to create a separate homesite for a custom home or future investment property adds to the property's unique appeal, offering the tranquility of country living just minutes from downtown Rochester. This distinctive Mid-Century home features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, more than 4,700 square feet of living space, a screened porch, and a full walkout lower level. Vaulted wood ceilings with exposed fir beams, expansive windows, tiled floors, a beautiful brick fireplace, distinctive foyer trellis details, and unique light fixtures showcase the home's timeless architectural character. Abundant natural light fills the main living areas, highlighting spectacular sunrises and picturesque views of the surrounding landscape. The dining area opens directly to the screened porch, creating an inviting space for entertaining, while wood-burning fireplaces add warmth and character throughout the home. The spacious walkout lower level offers additional living and entertaining space, providing flexibility for a variety of needs and lifestyles. A truly unique property combining distinctive architecture, exceptional privacy, recreational opportunities, and the potential for an additional homesite. Whether you're seeking an equestrian retreat, a private hunting property, or a peaceful country estate with future development potential, this exceptional acreage offers many possibilities.
Location
- Street address
- 5730 Heather Dr SW
- County
- Olmsted County
- Zip code
- 55902
- Community
- Cairnbrae Farms
- School district
- Rochester
- Elevation
- 1,040 feet
Directions
From Salem Road SW, turn south on 60th Ave SW. Turn left on Heather Dr SW.
Property details
- Acreage
- 11.46 acres
- Zoning
- Residential-Single Family
- MLS #
- RMLS 7159663
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2026
- $8,552
Parcels
- 641834042386
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Franchise
- RE/MAX International
Lot
- Features
- Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage-Heavy, Wetlands
Exterior
- Parking
- Driveway, Garage, Garage-Attached
- Pool
- Deck
- Structures
- Arena
Structure
- Water
- Well
- Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Materials
- Frame
- Roof
- Shingle
Interior
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 5, Laundry Room
- Fireplaces
- Yes
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater-Gas, Water Softener-Owned
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Bamber Valley | Elementary | — |
| John Adams | Middle | — |
| Mayo | High | Rochester |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2026 | New listing | $1,200,000 | — | RMLS |



































































