Tucked away in a quiet, private setting just minutes from Big Portage Lake and the charming town of Backus, this inviting country home offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and potential. Situated on a spacious lot with a peaceful yard, garden-ready spaces, and mature trees, this property is ideal for those seeking a relaxed lifestyle in a beautiful northwoods setting. The main level features two comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, along with a bright and functional kitchen that includes plenty of cupboard space. The adjoining dining area has a large window that frames tranquil views of the backyard, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee while taking in the sights and sounds of nature. Step outside to a small deck, just right for outdoor meals or evening relaxation. Garden enthusiasts will appreciate the open spaces and sunlight ideal for growing vegetables, flowers, or creating a peaceful outdoor retreat. The lower level offers even more potential, with a washer and dryer already in place, plus existing plumbing, a commode and a shower, making it easy to finish for added living space, a guest suite, or a workshop. With its quiet surroundings, great location near lakes and town amenities, and room to expand, this Backus country home is ready to welcome its next chapter. Whether you’re starting out, slowing down, or simply seeking a serene spot to call home, this one is worth a closer look.
Pending
$115,000
1248 26th Ave NW, Backus, MN 56435
2beds
1,728sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
1.06 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$67/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Peaceful yardExisting plumbingSpacious lotWasher and dryerOpen spaces and sunlightSmall deckBright and functional kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 29, 2025 at 07:48pm
Listed by:
Melanie Mix 218-259-3082,
Heartland Real Estate
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6721020

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 138 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 138 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11.5
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 65.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.6x7.6
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 185.37 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.10x16.7
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 199.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x11.10
Heating
- Boiler
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range, Washer
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,728
- Total interior livable area: 1,728 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 864
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Gravel, Tuckunder Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Dimensions (24x20), Garage Door Height (7), Garage Door Width (9)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 1.06 Acres
- Dimensions: 130 x 337 x 135 x 367
- Features: Many Trees
Details
- Foundation area: 864
- Parcel number: 343910140
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Board, Frame
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Age of Property: 50
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Power Company: Crow Wing Power
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Big Portage Point 1st Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Backus
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $67/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $176,100
- Annual tax amount: $594
- Date on market: 5/29/2025
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