AUCTION:
Alexandria Technical & Community College Student-Built House
- Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026
- Time: 7:00 p.m.
- Location: Alexandria Technical & Community College Campus
- Viewing: 8:00 am to 7:00 pm (auction start) on Wednesday, April 29
Alexandria Technical & Community College will auction off a 3 BR, 1-3/4 BA home built by students in the Carpentry program. Auction proceeds go back into the carpentry program, funding materials, equipment, and next year’s home build.
- The house is an energy efficient 3 BR, 1-3/4 BA Rambler with cantilevered floor. The building area is approx. 1400 square feet (28' x 50'). Home pictured was built in 2025 and this year's build may vary slightly. See documents section below for floor plans.
Purchaser Expectations
BIDDING
- Minimum bid: $115,000
- Bid increments: $5,000 at the opening
PURCHASE
- Purchaser will provide $5,000 earnest money at auction, check payable to Alexandria Technical & Community College.
- Purchase agreement must be signed on or before June 26, 2026 at 3:00 pm.
PAYMENT
- Balance of bid price paid by 3:00 pm on August 3, 2026.
- Balance includes Minnesota sales tax of 7.375% on 65% of the purchase price. Earnest money will be applied toward purchase price.
POSSESSION
- Once purchase agreement is executed, buyer must arrange for and pay for removal of house from college property. Buyer must maintain insurance.
Carpentry House Auction Documents
If you are interested in participating in the Carpentry House Auction, please review the following documents in their entirety.
| Title | Download Link |
|---|---|
| Carpentry Auction House Bidding and Sale Procedures | Download Carpentry Auction House Bidding and Sale Procedures Document pdf |
| Carpentry Auction House Plans | Download Carpentry Auction House Plans Document pdf |
| Carpentry Auction House Sample Purchase Agreement | Download Carpentry Auction House Sample Purchase Agreement Document pdf |
Questions?
Please contact the ATCC Business Office via email or call 320-762-4530