What $265,000 buys in the metro area

Built in 1959, this three-bedroom, three-bathroom house has 1,888 square feet and features new windows, water heater, kitchen appliances, granite countertops and central air conditioning, hardwood floors, two fireplaces, full finished basement and deck. Listed by Alan Birk, Edina Realty, 952-285-3131.

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Built in 1955, this three-bedroom, one-bathroom house in the Diamond Lake neighborhood has 1,964 square feet and features a sunroom, hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen, two fireplaces, full finished basement and two-car detached garage. Listed by Lisa Leicht, Edina Realty, 651-276-1394.

Built in 1909, this five-bedroom, two-bathroom house in the Union Park neighborhood has 1,864 square feet and features four bedrooms on one level, new roof and siding, hardwood floors, porch, central air conditioning, full finished basement and one-car detached garage. Listed by Bob Reidell, Re/Max Results, 651-696-0855.

Note: Listings active as of Nov. 3. Photos provided by Alan Birk/Lisa Leicht/Bob Reidell