Privately nestled on 4.63 acres, this beautiful 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom log home has been extensively updated in recent years and absolutely radiates the northern experience! "Down to the rafters" roof replacement in 2025 including new insulation, sheathing and metal roofing. On-demand water heater installed 2024. Decking replaced, logs and stucco refinished and new well drilled in 2017. Excellent craftmanship throughout! 2 bedrooms and secondary living area on the walkout lower level. Primary living, kitchen, full bath and large laundry/mudroom on the main level with a cozy 3rd bedroom in the upstairs loft. Vaulted ceilings and large windows in the main living area give way to scenic views and abundant natural light with patio door leading to a multi-tiered deck with covered upper level; a great space for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. Remodeled 5th wheel RV with deck and adorable play/bunkhouse with electric and heat offer additional accommodations for guests. Keep your vehicles protected with a lean-to carport and detached 16' X 18' pridefully finished heated garage. An 8x12 garden shed and brand new shipping container provide loads of storage for all your outdoor tools, equipment and toys! Minutes from countless area lakes most notably with Bowen Lake public access less than a quarter mile from your driveway. Close proximity to Paul Bunyan Trail and Foothills State Forest offers endless recreation opportunities with Backus and Pine River moments away to serve your everyday needs. Whether you're looking for a quiet getaway or full time residence, this property is sure to hit the mark; Schedule your private showing today!
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$324,900
3895 Division St W, Backus, MN 56435
3beds
1,926sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
4.63 Acres Lot
$287,400 Zestimate®
$169/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 12, 2026 at 01:57pm
Listed by:
Christopher Cullen 218-838-8218,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Steven Hamp 218-820-1402
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7032772
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Description: Main Floor Full Bath
Dining room
- Description: Eat In Kitchen
Heating
- Boiler
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,926
- Total interior livable area: 1,926 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,206
- Finished area below ground: 720
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Carport spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Dimensions (16x18)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
Lot
- Size: 4.63 Acres
- Dimensions: 335 x 600
- Features: Tree Coverage - Heavy
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Other, Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 990
- Parcel number: 310042217
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Log
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Electric, Propane
- Sewer: Tank with Drainage Field
- Water: 4-Inch Submersible, Drilled
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Backus
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $169/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $262,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,244
- Date on market: 3/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 117 days
Estimated market value
$287,400
$247,000 - $325,000
$1,437/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $324,900-4.4%$169/sqft |
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| 3/2/2026 | Listing removed | $339,900$176/sqft |
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| 2/2/2026 | Price change | $339,900-2.9%$176/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Price change | $349,900-2.8%$182/sqft |
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| 11/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $359,900+558.7%$187/sqft |
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| 2/27/2017 | Sold | $54,639-30.7%$28/sqft |
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| 1/10/2017 | Price change | $78,800-6%$41/sqft |
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| 12/19/2016 | Listed for sale | $83,800$44/sqft |
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| 12/18/2016 | Pending sale | $83,800$44/sqft |
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| 12/6/2016 | Price change | $83,800-2.9%$44/sqft |
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| 11/22/2016 | Price change | $86,300-5.5%$45/sqft |
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| 10/25/2016 | Price change | $91,300-9.9%$47/sqft |
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| 10/21/2016 | Price change | $101,300+11%$53/sqft |
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| 10/18/2016 | Price change | $91,300-9.9%$47/sqft |
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| 9/22/2016 | Price change | $101,300-9%$53/sqft |
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| 8/20/2016 | Listed for sale | $111,300-20.2%$58/sqft |
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| 6/25/2016 | Listing removed | $139,400$72/sqft |
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| 6/22/2016 | Price change | $139,400-7%$72/sqft |
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| 6/3/2016 | Price change | $149,900-5.7%$78/sqft |
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| 5/21/2016 | Listed for sale | $158,894+127%$82/sqft |
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| 3/24/2005 | Sold | $70,000$36/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,244 +8.2% | $262,400 +9.4% |
| 2024 | $1,150 +4% | $239,900 |
| 2023 | $1,106 -10.7% | $239,900 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $1,238 -8.8% | $218,600 +30% |
| 2021 | $1,358 -4.6% | $168,100 -3.4% |
| 2020 | $1,424 -5.7% | $174,000 +2.8% |
| 2019 | $1,510 +1.1% | $169,300 +7.2% |
| 2018 | $1,494 | $157,900 |
| 2017 | -- | $157,900 |
| 2016 | $1,176 | -- |
| 2015 | $1,176 +2.6% | -- |
| 2014 | $1,146 +6.1% | -- |
| 2013 | $1,080 | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $764 -13.6% | $150,400 -10.3% |
| 2008 | $884 | $167,600 |
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Est. payment
$1,725/mo
Principal & interest
$1568
Property taxes
$157
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 56435
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Pine River-Backus Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 6.5 mi
- 5/10Pine River-Backus High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 6.5 mi





