Discover the perfect blend of natural beauty and cozy comfort with this beautiful 4-bedroom, 2-bath year-round log cabin on the shores of Brown Lake (better known as Captive Lake) — a peaceful environmental lake just 90 minutes from the Twin Cities. Crafted with true log construction and highlighted by impressive custom stonework on two fireplaces, this home offers warm, inviting spaces for every season. Thoughtfully updated with a new on-demand water heater (2019) and new furnace (2020), you’ll enjoy modern convenience with timeless charm. The private shoreline and dock make it easy to enjoy quiet days on the water, and a paddle boat is included for instant lake fun. Outdoors, the property conveniently provides multiple outbuildings: a 2-stall garage, 1-stall garage, barn-style storage shed, and a garden shed — perfect for all your tools, toys, and hobbies. Additional upgrades include a new well (2017) and brand-new holding tanks (to be installed by seller), ensuring peace of mind for years to come. Ideally located just minutes from Lake Mille Lacs, Grand Casino Mille Lacs, and the charming city of Garrison, this unique lakeside getaway offers a great private setting, while also having convenient access to local year-round attractions. Don't wait, schedule your showing today!
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Price cut: $14K (10/19)
$475,000
18986 Captive Lake Rd, Garrison, MN 56450
4beds
1,712sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1969
0.64 Acres Lot
$452,700 Zestimate®
$277/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
True log constructionShores of brown lakePeaceful environmental lakeMultiple outbuildingsPrivate shorelineWarm inviting spacesYear-round log cabin
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- 375 |
- 18 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 02, 2026 at 11:56am
Listed by:
Josh Straka 320-266-5534,
Straka Real Estate
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6753482
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Description: 3/4 Basement,Main Floor Full Bath
Dining room
- Description: Informal Dining Room,Living/Dining Room
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Basement: Block,Egress Window(s),Finished,Full,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Masonry, Living Room, Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,712
- Total interior livable area: 1,712 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,013
- Finished area below ground: 699
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Gravel, Multiple Garages
- Garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake View
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 229
Lot
- Size: 0.64 Acres
- Features: Additional Land Available, Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1092
- Parcel number: 099670290
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Holding Tank, Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - No
- Water: Drilled, Private, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Port Mille Lacs Golf Acres Center
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Garrison
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $277/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $297,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,460
- Date on market: 7/11/2025
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
$452,700
$430,000 - $475,000
$2,006/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/19/2025 | Price change | $475,000-2.9%$277/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6753482 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $489,000$286/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6753482 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,460 +13.9% | $297,000 -8.4% |
| 2023 | $3,038 -8.9% | $324,200 +17.6% |
| 2022 | $3,336 -19.1% | $275,700 +41.7% |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,893/mo
Principal & interest
$2315
Property taxes
$412
Home insurance
$166
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 56450
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Onamia Intermediate SchoolGrades: 3-6Distance: 13.1 mi
- 3/10Onamia High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 13.1 mi
- NAOnamia Primary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 13.1 mi
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