Discover the perfect blend of character and convenience in this quaint ideally located country home just 7 minutes from the east side of Brainerd. With recent updates throughout and five spacious and scenic acres to call your own, this property offers the space of a huge yard, privacy, and charm you’ve been searching for. Property Highlights 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms including a main-level primary suite with private ¾ bath Recent upgrades: New roof (2020), New furnace (2022). Central Air (2023), All new carpet and fresh interior paint throughout for the new Buyer to enjoy! Spacious kitchen with ample cabinetry and a convenient pantry, Septic system compliant and water test passed — documents available in supplements, 5 acres to enjoy, Pole building ready to customize for your workshop, storage, or hobby farm vision, Gazebo and outbuildings add character and can be updated to suit your needs. This small and welcoming farmhouse is packed with thoughtful details rarely found in homes of this era — a perfect mix of original charm and modern comfort. With a large yard, mature trees, and peaceful surroundings, the property offers an inviting setting for relaxing evenings, gardening, or starting your own little hobby farm. You’ll enjoy the best of country living with easy access to town conveniences — just minutes to schools, shopping, dining, and Brainerd’s east side amenities. The perfect property for anyone seeking small-town charm, space to breathe, and move-in-ready comfort — all with major updates already done. Property is being sold with 5 acres, survey work will be completed in next 20-45 days.
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Price cut: $24K (12/4)
$275,900
12222 Three Mile Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
3beds
1,992sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
5 Acres Lot
$273,600 Zestimate®
$139/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 37 days |
- 1,800 |
- 114 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 03, 2025 at 06:07pm
Listed by:
Carrie Lee 218-820-4432,
eXp Realty,
Jeffrey Hansen 320-293-8095
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6804844
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Description: 3/4 Primary,Private Primary,Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Main Floor Full Bath
Dining room
- Description: Informal Dining Room
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Softener Rented
Features
- Basement: Block,Crawl Space,Partial,Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,992
- Total interior livable area: 1,992 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,512
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 6
- Details: Garage Dimensions (32x40)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Dimensions: Lot Split to retain 5 acres with the house
- Features: Many Trees
- Topography: Level,Pasture,Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Hen House, Pole Building, Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1032
- Parcel number: 81340511
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Rented
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
Condition
- Age of Property: 85
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Power Company: Crow Wing Power
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes
- Water: Drilled
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Brainerd
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $139/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $247,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,358
- Date on market: 11/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 19 days
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
$273,600
$260,000 - $287,000
$2,122/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/4/2025 | Price change | $275,900-8%$139/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6804844 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900+73.5%$151/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6804844 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2017 | Sold | $172,850-3.9%$87/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4770581 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2016 | Listed for sale | $179,900+164.6%$90/sqft |
Source: Counselor Realty Brainerd Lake #4770581 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2010 | Sold | $68,000$34/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors #1776973 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,333 +6.7% | $223,334 +6.6% |
| 2023 | $1,249 +8.1% | $209,536 +16.3% |
| 2022 | $1,155 -1.9% | $180,215 +41% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,618/mo
Principal & interest
$1355
Property taxes
$166
Home insurance
$97
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 56401
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Harrison Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 3.2 mi
- 6/10Forestview Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 7.4 mi
- 9/10Brainerd Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
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