Matt Baker-Broker Associate at Coldwell Banker Realty

09/09/2026

This issue of Artful Living Magazine ... fun articles and design projects and our listings!! Flip to pages 138 & 139 to see some fantastic homes.
Ellyn Wolfenson - Coldwell Banker Realty Matt Baker-Broker Associate at Coldwell Banker Realty

Bringing the best of the North and beyond to an affluent audience with impeccable taste, this elegant, intelligent publication features beautiful design and engaging original content, highlighting cul

09/04/2026

Join us Saturday, September 5th, from 1:00 to 3:00 for an open house at this commanding residence located in Minnetonka’s prestigious West Oaks neighborhood.

Nestled privately with woods and a pond for the backdrop, this home, priced at $1,125,000, has been impeccably cared for by its original owner. The house has an amazing tree-house feel screened-porch overlooking a beautiful nature-scape, wooded backyard, and an open floor plan with a gourmet chef’s kitchen and upscale appliances. There is a gorgeous main floor primary suite, three bedrooms up, and a main floor office, with high ceilings and sunlit rooms.

This home is situated on a perfectly elevated lot on a very quiet cul-de-sac, located just 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis, City Lakes, Lake Minnetonka, Wayzata and Excelsior shops.
Matt Baker-Broker Associate at Coldwell Banker Realty Ellyn Wolfenson - Coldwell Banker Realty

For sale: 5 bed, 5 bath, 4,357 SQFT house. Relaxed warmth, design style and detail infuse this commanding residence located in Minnetonka’s prestigious... $1,125,000.

09/04/2026

This weekend, enjoy the fruits of your Labor...yum!!

09/04/2026

Two of our luxury listings in the western suburbs will be open this weekend! Picture yourself enjoying long weekends (like this one!) hosting outdoor parties at these exceptional homes.
🔸2841 Ella Lane in Minnetonka is an exceptional soft contemporary with an open plan and lots of light, showing off the beautifully landscaped back yard. It’s priced at $1,495,000 and will be open on Sunday, August 6th from noon to 2:00.
🔸2501 France Ave. S. in Edina is priced at $1,750,000. This classic, French Provincial masterpiece is perfectly situated on an exceptional, elevated .46 acre lot. The home is located in the highly desirable, rarely available, Cedar-Isles pocket between France Avenue and Cedar Lake Parkway. It’s open Saturday, September 5th, from 1:00 to 3:00.

These wonderful opportunities can be viewed on my website at www.matthewsbaker.com!
Matt Baker-Broker Associate at Coldwell Banker Realty Ellyn Wolfenson - Coldwell Banker Realty

09/02/2026

She lived a high profile life... but down to earth when it came to home. RIP Dolly Parton.

From her humble beginnings in a rural cabin to her sprawling Nashville estate, AD is revisiting the icon’s homes

08/28/2026

Join us Sunday, August 30th, from 1:00 to 3:00 for an open house at this new listing! Relaxed warmth, design style and detail infuse this commanding residence located in Minnetonka’s prestigious West Oaks neighborhood.

Nestled privately with woods and a pond for the backdrop, this home, priced at $1,125,000, has been impeccably cared for by its original owner. Gourmet chef’s kitchen with upscale appliances and finest finishes radiate throughout the entire home. The house has an amazing tree-house feel screened porch overlooking a beautiful nature-scape, wooded backyard, open floor plan with gorgeous main floor primary suite, three bedrooms up, main floor office, welcoming foyer, high ceilings and sunlit rooms.

This home is situated on a perfectly elevated lot on a very quiet cul de sac. Ideally integrated & thoughtfully situated to provide light and natural views from every room. Located just 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis, City Lakes, Lake Minnetonka, Wayzata and Excelsior shops, the location is an “11” out of 10! Steps to walking trails, close to Ridgedale, shopping, retail and many restaurants. If you are looking for a truly beautiful , solidly built, well cared for and loved home that shows like new in a treasure of a neighborhood, THIS IS IT!
Matt Baker-Broker Associate at Coldwell Banker Realty Ellyn Wolfenson - Coldwell Banker Realty

For sale: 5 bed, 5 bath, 4,357 SQFT house. Relaxed warmth, design style and detail infuse this commanding residence located in Minnetonka’s prestigious... $1,125,000.

08/28/2026

Three of our beautiful luxury listings in the western suburbs will be open this weekend!
🔸2841 Ella Lane in Minnetonka is an exceptional soft contemporary with an open plan and lots of light, showing off the beautifully landscaped back yard. It’s priced at $1,495,000 and will be open on Saturday & Sunday, August 29th & 30th from 11:00 to 1:00.
🔸2501 France Ave. S. in Edina is priced at $1,750,000. This classic, French Provincial masterpiece is perfectly situated on an exceptional, elevated .46 acre lot. The home is located in the highly desirable, rarely available, Cedar-Isles pocket between France Avenue and Cedar Lake Parkway. It’s open Saturday & Sunday, August 29th & 30th, from 11:00 to 1:00.
🔸 19900 Cottagewood Rd. in Deephaven is priced at $2,580,000 and features outstanding lakefront luxury! It’s open on Saturday, August 29th, from 11:00 to 1:00.

These wonderful opportunities can be viewed on my website at www.matthewsbaker.com!
Matt Baker-Broker Associate at Coldwell Banker Realty Ellyn Wolfenson - Coldwell Banker Realty

08/26/2026

Check out my August newsletter! Soon, the crisp autumn air will roll across our lakes, and the leaves will begin their stunning transition across our metro neighborhoods. Fall has always been a fantastic time to refocus, and right here in the Twin Cities, our housing market is settling into a comfortable, balanced rhythm. Whether you're buying, selling, or just dreaming about your next chapter this fall, let's connect! I'm always just a call or text away!

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08/23/2026

Fun to see these…cool that we have so many great local architects!!

See the winners of this year's Residential Architects Vision & Excellence Awards.

08/21/2026

We have two gorgeous luxury homes open for viewing this weekend— one in St. Louis Park and one in Deephaven! Both of these homes are for you if being close to a lake is on your wish list!!

🔸2501 France Ave. S. in Edina is priced at $1,750,000. This classic, French Provincial masterpiece is perfectly situated on an exceptional, elevated .46 acre lot. The home is located in the highly desirable, rarely available, Cedar-Isles pocket between France Avenue and Cedar Lake Parkway. It’s open Saturday, August 22nd, from noon to 2:00 and Sunday, August 23rd, from 11:00 to 1:00.
🔸 19900 Cottagewood Rd. in Deephaven is priced at $2,580,000 and features outstanding lakefront luxury! It’s open on Sunday, August 23rd, from 1:00 to 3:00.

Both of these wonderful opportunities can be viewed on my website at www.matthewsbaker.com!
Matt Baker-Broker Associate at Coldwell Banker Realty Ellyn Wolfenson - Coldwell Banker Realty