Experience rustic luxury year-round on the pristine shores of Lake Melissa, one of the region’s most coveted lakes. This architecturally designed home offers an exclusive lifestyle with 160 feet of lake frontage and 2.67 acres of rare, private real estate. Designed for upscale casual living, the expansive layout includes 4+ bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a spacious 2.5-stall attached garage. Inside, the home blends elevated design with warmth and comfort. Vaulted ceilings with massive beams create an inviting great room, complete with built-in daybeds, loft spaces, and cozy library nooks. The lakeside sun porch and open-concept kitchen with stainless steel appliances make entertaining effortless. Nearly every room opens to the outdoor, whether to the expansive lakeside deck or a secluded patio with a hot tub nestled in nature. Enjoy elite hard-sand shoreline and stunning western lake views, made easily accessible by a built-in lift that navigates the elevation with ease. Thoughtfully manicured grounds, a paved cul-de-sac driveway, and ultimate privacy enhance the serene setting. Whether you're seeking a private family retreat or a refined escape, this property captures the very best of the Minnesota lake lifestyle. New shingles installed in summer 2023. W/D included.
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$985,000
12104 County Highway 17, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
4beds
2,742sqft
Single Family
Built in 1995
2.4 Acres Lot
$985,500 Zestimate®
$359/sqft
$2,869 Estimated rent
Home value
$985,500
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Lakeside sun porchThoughtfully manicured groundsStunning western lake viewsInviting great roomExpansive lakeside deckBuilt-in daybedsExpansive layout
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Listed by:
Tina L Kraft 701-239-8093,
eXp Realty (3240 WF)
Bought with:
Monica Kaiser
Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7051071
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Basement
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Basement
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Mud room
- Level: Main
Sun room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Concrete
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,042
- Total interior livable area: 2,742 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,742
- Finished area below ground: 1,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Stair Lift
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Panoramic
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront Elevation(26-40), Lake Bottom(Sand)
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 160
Lot
- Size: 2.4 Acres
Details
- Foundation area: 2300
- Parcel number: 190445000
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes, Tank with Drainage Field
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit Lakes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $359/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,182,800
- Annual tax amount: $8,254
- Date on market: 4/8/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 343 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Sold | $985,000-10.4%$359/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7051071 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2026 | Pending sale | $1,099,900$401/sqft |
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| 4/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,099,900-12%$401/sqft |
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| 1/11/2026 | Listing removed | $1,250,000$456/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6754070 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000-8.4%$456/sqft |
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| 7/6/2025 | Listing removed | $1,365,000$498/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6698957 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2025 | Price change | $1,365,000-0.7%$498/sqft |
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| 4/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,375,000-3.5%$501/sqft |
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| 9/22/2024 | Listing removed | $1,425,000-3.7%$520/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6508326 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,480,000$540/sqft |
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| 11/2/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,480,000$540/sqft |
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| 7/24/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/14/2023 | Price change | $1,480,000-1.3%$540/sqft |
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| 4/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000$547/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,254 +1.8% | $1,182,800 -1.5% |
| 2024 | $8,112 +20.6% | $1,200,500 +5.2% |
| 2023 | $6,728 +4.8% | $1,140,900 +29.2% |
| 2022 | $6,422 +9.3% | $883,000 +16.3% |
| 2021 | $5,878 +8.2% | $759,400 +12.6% |
| 2020 | $5,432 +0.9% | $674,200 +9.3% |
| 2019 | $5,386 | $616,600 +2.9% |
| 2018 | $5,386 +27.1% | $599,500 +7.4% |
| 2017 | $4,238 -3.5% | $558,000 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $4,390 +0.5% | $549,300 +1.9% |
| 2015 | $4,368 +3.3% | $539,200 +8.9% |
| 2014 | $4,228 -12.7% | $495,100 |
| 2012 | $4,844 -6.1% | -- |
| 2011 | $5,158 +4.7% | -- |
| 2010 | $4,926 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 56501
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Rossman Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.5 mi
- 5/10Detroit Lakes Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.6 mi
- 7/10Detroit Lakes Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Detroit Lakes
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- 12104 County Highway 17
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