Very unique 9.6 acre parcel on Amen Lake, 14 miles north of Grand Rapids. The lake is small, exceptionally clean and spring fed, with a maximum depth of 70 ft. The three small islands remind one of the Boundary waters. On the west side is the Soumi Hills area of the Chippewa National Forest - where no new homes are permitted and only two vintage seasonal cabins still exist. Those two older structures were grand-fathered in several years ago. From the sellers vantage point there are no other homes in view. Their location is at the absolute end of the road and borders the National forest on the north side of the property.
Owners report fishing to be very good with Crappies, Sunfish, Northern, Bass and occasionally Muskies. Area wildlife includes: deer, eagles, otters, bear, beaver, fox, and Trumpeter swans.
"Cottage-like" lake home includes three bedrooms, one bath, main floor living and an unfinished walk out basement facing the lake. Focal point of the living room is the lovely stone fireplace. Hardwood floors - of Australian Cypress are a plus and full bath was updated in recent years.
Opposing side of the home faces a huge beaver pond featuring swans, loons, beavers and other assorted wildlife. Majority of lot is heavily wooded and the are walking paths which can also serve as cross country ski trails.
Also included with the property is an adorable 24 x 16 Studio cabin which is fully winterized. Ideal for guests, the studio contains vaulted ceilings, a kitchenette, 3/4's bath and sleeping accommodations. It offers fantastic views overlooking the beaver pond. There is a one car garage and screen house in need of restoration.
Sellers outline numerous improvements made to the property in the past dozen years: New roof, new siding, assorted concrete work including a patio, extensive chimney repair, new kitchen, new bath, new furnace and central air. Mound system was replaced in 2023. All windows - with the exception of two in the living room have been replaced.
Property is highly unusual and would be ideal for those seeking privacy and loving nature!!!
Closed
$465,000
36983 W Amen Lake Rd, Deer River, MN 56636
3beds
2,552sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
9.12 Acres Lot
$478,700 Zestimate®
$182/sqft
$1,954 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 06, 2025 at 04:45am
Listed by:
Charlotte McDermott 218-259-9696,
COLDWELL BANKER NORTHWOODS
Bought with:
Terri Haapoja
MOVE IT REAL ESTATE GROUP/LAKEHOMES.COM
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6580868

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 232.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.5 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 99.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.5 x 9.5
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 123.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 9.5
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 125 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 119 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 8.5
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 380.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.5 x 19.5
Other
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Basement: Block,Egress Window(s),Full,Storage Space,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,552
- Total interior livable area: 2,552 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,276
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: East, Lake, North
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Dock, Lake Front, Lake View, Pond, Waterfront Elevation(15-26), Waterfront Num(31059700), Lake Bottom(Soft, Undeveloped, Weeds), Lake Acres(214), Lake Depth(75)
- Body of water: Amen
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 349
Lot
- Size: 9.12 Acres
- Dimensions: 9.78
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot, Property Adjoins Public Land, Many Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Additional Garage, Guest House, Lean-To, Screenhouse, Studio
- Foundation area: 1276
- Additional parcels included: 650152218
- Parcel number: 650161100
- Zoning description: Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Age of Property: 61
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Power Company: Lake Country Power
- Gas: Propane, Wood
- Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes
- Water: Drilled
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Deer River
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Services availability

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