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Northland Community & Technical College

Introduction

House for Sale

Accepting Bids Starting Sept 29

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About the Home

Northland Student-Built House for Sale

Northland is offering a 3-bedroom, 1 ¾-bathroom home built by students in the Carpentry program. This is a unique opportunity to own a quality-built home while supporting hands-on learning. Proceeds from the sale help fund materials, equipment, and next year’s student-built home.

 Sealed Bid Information

Accepting Sealed Bids Starting September 29
Minimum Bid: $130,000
Submission Address:
Northland Community & Technical College
2022 Central Avenue NE
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope and include a $5,000 earnest payment (certified check or money order), along with your name, address, phone number, and email.

Purchaser Expectations

Please review the following guidelines and terms associated with the sealed bidding and purchase process.

  • BIDDING
    • Minimum Bid: $130,000
    • Submission Method: Sealed bid delivered to:
      • Northland Community & Technical College
        2022 Central Avenue NE
        East Grand Forks, MN 56721
    • Required with Bid:
      • $5,000 earnest payment (certified check or money order)
      • Full contact information (name, address, phone number, email)
      • A plan and timeline for house removal is preferred, but not required
  • PURCHASE TIMELINE
    • Sealed bids will be opened weekly starting September 29, 2025, until a successful bid is received.
  • PAYMENT
    • Final payment terms will be negotiated after bid acceptance.
    • A purchase agreement will be presented for signing.
    • The final balance includes:
      • Minnesota sales tax of 8.375% on 65% of the purchase price
      • All closing costs
    • Earnest money will be applied toward the purchase price.
  • POSSESSION & REMOVAL
    • After the purchase agreement is signed:
      • Buyer is responsible for removal of the house from the college property
      • Buyer must maintain insurance during the removal process

For questions or to schedule a tour, please contact Karen Meine at (218) 793-2800 or karen.meine@northlandcollege.edu.

Private Tours

Schedule a Private Tour

Interested in seeing the home? Private tours are available by appointment only. This is your opportunity to explore the student-built house, learn about the auction process, and ask any questions. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or just gathering information, we’re here to help.

Contact Northland at (218) 793-2800 or karen.meine@northlandcollege.edu.

Photo Gallery

Discover the beauty of the home.

See our photo gallery for interior and exterior pictures of the home.

Photo Gallery

House Sale Documents

If you are interested in participating in the Northland House Sealed Bidding Process, please review the following documents in their entirety.

Questions?

Please contact Northland with questions or to schedule a private house tour.

Karen Meine
karen.meine@northlandcollege.edu
218.793.2800