***Bargain Hunters!...Priced $12,000 below City Assessed Value!*** This Architectural Gem in the ultra-desirable Southwest Knolls is exactly what you are looking for! This rare find is nestled on top of a hill in the heart of Minot and rests on a 1.25 acre privacy lot! This home offers privacy on both sides with a treed ravine in the back yard and a cul-de-sac in the front. Measuring in at nearly 3,000 sqft, this 4 bedroom, 2 3/4 bath home, has 13' vaulted ceilings upon the main entrance! The unique character of this spacious home is unmatched with the central open staircase. The kitchen offers an abundance of cabinet space as well as stainless steel appliances and it also contains 1 of the 5 walk-out doors to the wrap-around backyard deck that is great for entertaining. On the main level, you will find 2 bedrooms with walk-out doors to the upper deck with one of those bedrooms being the master bedroom which contains a large walk-in closet and a 3/4 bathroom. You will find the 2nd bedroom and a full bath on the main level as well. As you wander downstairs, you will notice another great entertaining area, wired with surround sound , that includes a wet bar and two walk-out doors to the lower deck. Downstairs, you will also find a very large office with windows, a full bath and two more bedrooms - one with yet another walk-in closet. The 2 1/2 car garage offers great storage space and more can be found in the attic above. The extremely private backyard is surrounded on 3 sides with a rock wall looking solid panel Simtek privacy fence. With the mature evergreen trees in the backyard and side yard, this makes the backyard and upper and lower decks a private retreat you will love to call HOME! This neighborhood has it all. Restaurants and entertainment are just a short drive away, but far enough to keep the peace and quiet at home. So whether you want a night in or out, your options are endless. Come look before this Gem is snapped up!!! Seller is a licensed real estate agent in the State of North Dakota.