A Spacious Haven in Valley City: 1976 Split-Foyer with Cozy Family Room, Garage Workshop, and Sunny Backyard

July 30, 2025

This unique split-foyer home in NW Valley City, North Dakota, offers over 2,000 square feet of spacious living across two levels, featuring 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The architectural style combines traditional elements with modern updates, highlighted by brick accents and vinyl siding. Recent renovations include new flooring in the entry and living room, enhancing its inviting open layout, perfect for entertaining. The lower level boasts a large family room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Practical amenities include a 2-stall attached garage with a workbench and sink, natural gas forced air heating, and central air conditioning. The sizable backyard includes a huge shed for storage and a well-maintained lawn. Priced at $274,900, this well-maintained home is ready to welcome its new owners.

Aerial Overview

Loni Trapp of Ivy Real Estate Group

A suburban neighborhood is viewed from above, showcasing a grid-like arrangement of single-family homes with manicured lawns and driveways. The houses vary in roof color, including dark gray, light gray, and reddish hues, and most have attached garages. Streets intersect neatly, with sidewalks lining some parts. Mature trees and green spaces are scattered throughout, offering shade and natural beauty. Beyond the neighborhood, a water tower stands prominently on a grassy hill, surrounded by more trees. In the distance, an expansive landscape includes more residential areas and industrial buildings, creating a balanced blend of urban and rural elements.

Stairwell Entry

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A small stairwell area featuring a staircase with gray wood-textured steps and a black wrought iron handrail that displays a simple, elegant design with twist details. Adjacent to the staircase is a wall painted in soft white adorned with a three-panel geometric and abstract art piece in shades of brown, cream, black, and beige. On the right side of the image, there is a large wooden closet with four vertical panels in warm honey-toned wood, each panel fitted with a small round brass knob. The floor has a light wood-like finish that complements the overall neutral and warm tones of the space.

Dining and Living Area

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This space combines a dining area with a living room in an open-plan layout. A round dining table covered with a lace tablecloth, accompanied by four wooden chairs with carved backs, occupies the foreground. Beyond, the living room features a dark grey sofa and a patterned armchair around a wooden coffee table. Side tables with lamps flank the sofa, adding warm lighting. The walls are painted white, and a decorative mirror hangs above the sofa. Light-colored carpeting and tiled flooring define the seating and dining zones, while wood cabinetry and a stainless steel refrigerator mark the adjoining kitchen area. A ceiling fan light fixture hangs overhead, completing this cozy and functional family space.

Classic Kitchen

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This kitchen features a classic L-shape layout with oak wood cabinetry and brass handles, providing ample storage space. A white dishwasher is integrated below the cream-colored countertops, which complement the light tan tiled floor. The cooking area includes a stainless steel stove and microwave, with towels hanging on the oven door labeled for display. A window above the sink lets in natural light, framed by soft white ruffled curtains. Small decorative elements like a coffee maker, canisters with floral designs, and a striped rug on the floor add warmth and charm to the space. A floral wallpaper border with vintage-style kitchen motifs crowns the walls, enhancing the room’s homey and nostalgic feel.

Bathroom Details

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This bathroom features a beige countertop with a single built-in sink and silver faucet, atop wooden cabinetry with a natural finish and simple handles. Above the sink, a large frameless mirror spans the length of the countertop, reflecting soft, warm lighting from three globe bulbs mounted on a wooden fixture. A light beige wall hosts a small piece of floral artwork and two towel bars holding soft blue towels and white towels with blue stripes. A wall-mounted turquoise shelving unit holds toiletries above the toilet. A patterned, blue and white shower curtain hangs along the bathtub, completing the serene, cohesive color scheme centered around soft blues and neutral beige tones.

Home Office

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This home office features a functional layout with a light wood desk against a plain white wall. A black swivel office chair is positioned in front of the desk, which holds a printer and some organized paperwork. To the left of the desk is a tall, black filing cabinet adorned with notes and papers on its side. The floor is covered in a deep reddish-brown patterned carpet, with a clear plastic mat protecting the area near the desk chair. Two large wooden closet doors with simple round knobs create ample storage space. The overall aesthetic combines practicality with warm wood tones, balanced by minimal wall decor and a neutral color palette.

Kitchen Area

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This space highlights a kitchen area featuring medium-tone wooden cabinets with brass hardware, paired with a white countertop that extends partially into an adjacent room. A stainless steel refrigerator adorned with family photos and magnets stands prominently in the foreground. The flooring is light-colored tile, complementing the warm wood tones. To the right, an adjoining living area is visible, showcasing a plush gray sofa, a wooden side table with a lamp, and a framed mirror with a textured metallic frame on a muted wall. The overall aesthetic combines classic wood cabinetry with modern appliances and cozy living elements.

Bedroom Interior

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A simple bedroom with a blue-patterned bedspread and coordinating pillows on a metal framed bed with brass accents. The room features neutral-colored walls and carpeted flooring in a speckled light gray tone. Two wooden doors are present: a double-door closet and a door leading to an adjoining bathroom with wooden cabinetry and modern light fixtures. There is a small wooden side table beside the bed holding a vintage-style lamp with a yellowed shade and a stack of books. A ceiling fan with lights is mounted on the white ceiling, adding to the room’s comfort and functionality.

Basement Lounge

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This basement lounge features wood-paneled walls with a split color scheme; the upper walls are painted a muted cream and a deep teal shade behind the fireplace. A beige couch with patterned cushions is placed against the wall next to a large brown floor lamp. Two plush, burgundy armchairs, one near the couch and one near the window, add comfort. A glass coffee table with a metallic frame holds decorative items. The corner hosts a retro-style metal fireplace set against a small brick surround. The floor is carpeted in light beige, giving the space a cozy yet vintage feel. A mounted antelope head adds a rustic, traditional touch above the couch area.

Living Room Fireplace

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A corner fireplace with a vintage design features a large, metallic, brown hood and double glass doors, encased in a brick hearth that extends in a triangular shape. Surrounding the fireplace, the wall has wood paneling on either side, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere. To the left of the hearth, a small black electric heater sits on the floor, alongside a black iron fireplace tool set. The room benefits from natural light filtering through vertical blinds on a window above the hearth, enhancing the inviting ambiance with a mix of rustic and practical elements.

Basement Recreation Area

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This basement space serves as a multifunctional recreation area with a cozy, vintage brown wood paneling covering half the walls and complemented by off-white painted upper walls. At the center is a round wooden table surrounded by six classic wooden chairs with simple backs, displaying a traditional home style. A white stationary exercise bike sits near a large window, adding a fitness element. Mounted on the walls are taxidermy birds contributing a rustic, nature-themed décor. To the right, a built-in wooden entertainment unit encases an older-style flat-screen TV. The beige carpet features a textured diamond pattern, and the ceiling has a subtle textured finish with a simple ceiling light fixture.

Cozy Sitting Area

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This room features a comfortable and inviting sitting area with a patterned gray sofa and a burgundy upholstered armchair accented by a white pillow and light-colored throw. A glass coffee table with a gold-toned frame sits centrally, displaying decorative items. The wall combines a white upper half with dark wood paneling below, adding warmth and a rustic touch, complemented by a mounted antelope head. A vintage-style brown wood-burning stove with a chimney adds a cozy fireplace element. The carpet is a neutral beige, and the ceiling has a textured, square-tile pattern with a rectangular fluorescent light fixture illuminating the space.

Cozy Bedroom

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A small bedroom with a cozy layout featuring a full-sized bed covered in a quilt with geometric patterns in soft muted tones of blue, pink, and beige. The walls combine textured wallpaper on the upper half and wood paneling below, adding a vintage aesthetic. Natural light streams through a wide window adorned with a multicolored valance framed by wood trim that complements the paneling. The room includes a wooden desk and chair on the left side and a simple framed artwork centered above the bed. The carpeted floor adds warmth to the space, with ceiling tiles overhead completing the room’s retro charm.

Bathroom Details

Loni Trapp of Ivy Real Estate Group

A small, functional bathroom with beige walls and a decorative wallpaper border featuring rustic door illustrations near the ceiling. The white toilet is placed adjacent to a beige countertop sink vanity with a dark wooden cabinet. Above the sink is a mirrored medicine cabinet with a narrow black shelf below holding a small decorative birdhouse and framed artwork. A paper towel roll and an air freshener are placed on the toilet tank. To the right, there is a white sliding door likely leading to a shower with a metal frame. The space combines practicality with subtle vintage charm.

Bedroom Corner

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This bedroom corner features a bed with a metal frame and a soft quilted comforter in light beige. Surrounding walls are halfway paneled in rustic wood, with cream-colored paint above. Blue-grey patterned carpet covers the floor, adding a plush texture. A small wooden side table with spindle legs sits beside the bed, under a single window dressed with a floral valance that softly filters daylight. The room’s ceiling consists of white textured tiles, maintaining a simple and practical look. A dark wooden dresser with curved front edges anchors the space, holding a miniature house decoration and a small mirror.

Laundry Room

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The laundry room features a practical layout with beige linoleum flooring and light-colored tiled walls that cover the lower part of the walls. A large window with a dark brown roller shade allows natural light to brighten the space. Along one wall, dark wooden upper cabinets provide storage. Below, there is a white chest freezer, a beige washer and a dryer, and an aged utility sink with a faucet. Clotheslines with cloth pieces hang from the ceiling, suggesting ongoing laundry. Exposed ceiling beams and visible pipes add an industrial touch to this functional space.

Electrical Panel Area

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This space features a beige electrical breaker panel with its door open, revealing multiple labeled circuit breakers arranged vertically. The panel door contains handwritten notes on yellowed paper, indicating the identification of circuits. Adjacent to the panel is a black device mounted on the wall, connected by several white cables appearing organized and functional. Below this, a double electrical outlet is visible with two black power adapters plugged in. The area reflects utility and function, with practical wiring and electrical components essential for managing the home’s power distribution, maintaining an unpolished, service-oriented look.

Garage Interior

Loni Trapp of Ivy Real Estate Group

This space is a typical residential garage with a concrete floor showing signs of wear and various cracks. The wooden framing and rafters of the structure are exposed without insulation or drywall, emphasizing a rustic and unfinished aesthetic. Shelving on one wall holds various containers, gardening supplies, and household items, while other tools and equipment, including hoses and a lawn trimmer, lean against the walls. A small window provides natural light, supplemented by fluorescent and bare bulb lighting fixtures hanging from the ceiling. This garage is functional for storage and utility purposes.

Garage Interior

Loni Trapp of Ivy Real Estate Group

This garage features an unfinished look with exposed wooden beams and rafters on the ceiling and walls. The concrete floor shows some wear and has a few cracks. A large, beige, double-panel garage door with some paint chipping occupies the back wall. Along one side, there is a white utility sink mounted on a wooden frame, with two faucets above it. Above the sink, a wooden shelf holds various cleaning and maintenance supplies. Several tools, such as shovels and brooms, hang on the wall near a small window providing natural light. The overall aesthetic conveys a practical and utilitarian workspace.

Listing Agent: Loni Trapp of Ivy Real Estate Group via Zillow