Welcome to this meticulously maintained 3-bedroom ranch-style property set in a beautiful area of Northern Minnesota. This unique listing features two separate buildings, offering incredible potential for comfortable living, a home business, or a mix of both. The main house is in excellent shape, boasting two bedrooms and a full bathroom. Recent updates include new carpeting, newer windows and a fresh exterior stain. The second building is a standout: a versatile bunkhouse with an attached garage that includes a half bath. This space could serve as a guest suite, a cozy shop for a retail business or a combination of sleeping and workspace. The recently inspected and passed septic system provides peace of mind. Move right in and start enjoying the best of Northern Minnesota living and convenience! This property has 15 different programs available for down payment assistance.
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$299,000
1547 State 371 NW, Backus, MN 56435
3beds
1,664sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1975
2.7 Acres Lot
$295,800 Zestimate®
$180/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fresh exterior stainNew carpetingHalf bathNewer windows
- 75 days |
- 498 |
- 19 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 08, 2025 at 04:48am
Listed by:
Roger Fox 218-947-3856,
Heartland Real Estate
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6792589
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12'x15'
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 78.17 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7'x11'2
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7'x9'
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7'x10'
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11'x16'
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12'x13'
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Block,Partial,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,664
- Total interior livable area: 1,664 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,040
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Dimensions (10x24)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 2.7 Acres
- Dimensions: 326 x 362
Details
- Additional structures: Bunk House, Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1040
- Parcel number: 340172102
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Frame
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years
Condition
- Age of Property: 50
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Power Company: Minnesota Power
- Gas: Propane, Wood
- Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes, Tank with Drainage Field
- Water: Sand Point
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Backus
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $180/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $212,500
- Annual tax amount: $908
- Date on market: 9/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 21 days
Estimated market value
$295,800
$281,000 - $311,000
$2,088/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,000+967.9%$180/sqft |
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| 2/6/2011 | Sold | $28,000-70.6%$17/sqft |
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| 7/8/2010 | Sold | $95,336+3.1%$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2007 | Sold | $92,500$56/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $956 +8.6% | $212,500 |
| 2023 | $880 +1.6% | $212,500 +14.6% |
| 2022 | $866 +10.5% | $185,500 +28% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,719/mo
Principal & interest
$1469
Property taxes
$145
Home insurance
$105
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 56435
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Pine River-Backus Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 10.4 mi
- 5/10Pine River-Backus High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 10.3 mi
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