How fast can a luxury home sell in Lakeville, MN? 17163 Hollyhock Court, a 5 bedroom Country Joe Homes semi-custom home with about 4,900 finished square feet in the Haven at Highview neighborhood, sold in 29 days in 2026 for $823,000. That is 99.8% of its $825,000 list price, within $2,000 of asking. Careful preparation, deep cleaning, staging, professional photography, and video with drone footage drove the result.
The results
| 17163 Hollyhock Court | Result |
|---|---|
| List price | $825,000 |
| Sold price | $823,000 (99.8% of list price) |
| Days on market | 29 |
| Home | 5 bedrooms, 5 baths (4 full, 1 half), about 4,900 finished sq ft |
| Details | Built 2014 by Country Joe Homes, finished walkout lower level, 3 car garage, 0.25 acre lot |
| Neighborhood | Haven at Highview, Lakeville, MN 55044 |
The challenge: a luxury launch in a Minnesota spring
This home came to market in spring, before Minnesota lawns turn green. Dormant grass and bare trees make it harder for exterior photos to do a home justice, so the inside of the home had to carry the first impression.
The price point added a second challenge. Fewer buyers shop above $800,000 in Lakeville than in the middle of the market, and those buyers study homes online in detail before they ever book a showing. Every one of them needed to see this home at its best the first time.
What made this sale work
1. Preparation before the camera arrived
We walked the home room by room and made a plan for what to address before photos. The goal was simple: nothing a buyer notices in the first five minutes should distract from the home's space, layout, and quality.
2. Deep cleaning
A home this size has a lot of surfaces, windows, and light fixtures. A thorough clean made the rooms brighter in person and sharper in photos, and it told buyers the home had been well cared for.
3. Staging for scale
Large rooms can feel empty or confusing without the right furniture placement. Staging showed buyers how each space works, from the main level gathering areas to the walkout lower level, so they could picture their own life in the home.
4. Professional photography
Luxury buyers decide which homes to tour from the listing photos. Professional photography captured the natural light, the flow of the main level, and the craftsmanship of a semi-custom build, which is what made the online listing stand out from other homes in the same price range.
5. Video and drone footage
Video let buyers walk through the home at their own pace before visiting, and drone footage showed the lot and how the home sits in the neighborhood. For buyers relocating or comparing several neighborhoods, that context helped them decide to schedule a showing.
Selling a luxury home in Lakeville? Start here.
Price with the buyer pool in mind
There are fewer closed sales to compare at higher price points, so pricing takes more judgment than a quick online estimate can offer. A precise price draws the serious buyers in the first two weeks, when interest is strongest.
Invest in presentation before you list
Preparation, cleaning, and staging cost far less than a price reduction. In the luxury range, buyers expect a home to look finished and cared for from the first photo.
Use media that matches the price point
Professional photos are the minimum. Video and drone footage give buyers the full picture before they arrive, which brings more qualified showings.
Plan around the season
Spring listings in Minnesota often go live before the lawn is green. Lead the marketing with the interior, and if the home is still on the market once the landscape fills in, update the exterior photos.
Protect your privacy
Many luxury sellers prefer to keep their plans private. Your reasons for moving are yours to share or not. A good agent keeps your personal situation confidential during marketing and negotiation, and focuses buyers on the home.
Frequently asked questions about selling a luxury home in Lakeville
How long does it take to sell a luxury home in Lakeville, MN?
It depends on price, condition, presentation, and season. 17163 Hollyhock Court, listed at $825,000, sold in 29 days in 2026 at 99.8% of its list price after thorough preparation, staging, and professional media.
Is staging worth it for a luxury home?
In most cases, yes. Staging helps buyers understand how large rooms function and makes listing photos far more compelling, which matters most at higher price points where buyers compare homes closely online.
Is drone footage worth it when selling a home?
For larger homes and lots, drone footage shows what photos cannot: the setting, the lot, and the surrounding neighborhood. It helps buyers who are relocating or comparing areas decide to tour.
Should I list my Lakeville home in early spring before the lawn is green?
Early spring can work well because buyer activity picks up quickly. Lead with strong interior photos, and plan to refresh exterior photos once the landscape greens up if the home is still on the market.
Do I have to tell buyers why I am selling?
No. Your personal reasons for moving are private. You do need to disclose known material facts about the property itself, and your agent can walk you through what Minnesota's disclosure requirements cover.
Thinking about selling your Lakeville home?
I will build a plan for your home, your timing, and your privacy, with pricing based on real Lakeville data and marketing that matches your price point.
Get my home value See how I sellLiz Sandwick, REALTOR®, Coldwell Banker Realty
952-491-3685 | Liz@CBRealty.com
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