"Highly sought-after" custom-built 3BR/2BA slab-on-grade patio home situated on 6 acres just east of Hwy 169 between Princeton and Milaca. This well-maintained, single-owner home is located along paved county road 4 and features park-like irrigated grounds with Vondell Brook meandering through the southeast corner of the property.
Open-concept vaulted living, dining, and kitchen area includes custom oak cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and ample counter space. Owner’s suite offers a walk-in closet and private full bath with oversized whirlpool tub and separate corner shower.
Energy-efficient home with multiple heat sources including a high-efficiency wood-burning furnace (located in garage) capable of heating the home and garage, forced air LP furnace with central A/C, and electric boiler system providing in-floor heat.
Attached heated and finished 3-stall garage/shop (30x38) with excellent lighting—ideal for storage or workspace. Two backyard patios (14x25 and 28x28) provide great outdoor entertaining space; larger patio previously accommodated an above-ground pool.
Freshly cleaned with two bedrooms newly painted. Immediate occupancy available.
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Price cut: $25.1K (6/16)
$549,900
12221 85th Ave, Milaca, MN 56353
3beds
2,168sqft
Single Family
Built in 2005
6 Acres Lot
$542,500 Zestimate®
$254/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Separate corner showerStainless steel appliancesAmple counter spaceCustom oak cabinetryHigh-efficiency wood-burning furnacePark-like irrigated grounds
- 75 days |
- 324 |
- 11 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Paul J. Jackson 612-490-4271,
Hewitt Jackson Real Estate
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7056078
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 236.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5 X 17.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 X 20
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.75 X 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 175 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.5 X 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 137.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12.5
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 446.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.5 X 25.5
Patio
- Level: Main
- Area: 784 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28 x 28
Patio
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 25
Porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 X 26
Utility room
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Walk in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 X 9
Walk in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 32.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 6.5
Walk in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 31.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4.5 X 7
Walk in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 X 6
Heating
- Boiler, Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Forced Air, Hot Water, In-Floor Heating, Wood Stove, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Central Vacuum
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,168
- Total interior livable area: 2,168 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,168
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway - Other Surface, Electric, Floor Drain, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (30 x 38.5), Garage Door Height (7), Garage Door Width (10)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Doors 36"+, Hallways 42"+, Door Lever Handles, No Stairs External, No Stairs Internal
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
- Waterfront features: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 6 Acres
- Dimensions: 450 x 583
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 2168
- Parcel number: 010041092
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Rented
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2005
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Power Company: East Central Energy
- Gas: Propane, Wood
- Sewer: Mound Septic, Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes, Tank with Drainage Field
- Water: 4-Inch Submersible, Drilled, Private, Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Milaca
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $254/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $442,400
- Annual tax amount: $4,722
- Date on market: 4/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 30 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$542,500
$515,000 - $570,000
$2,490/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Price change | $549,900-4.4%$254/sqft |
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| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000-4.2%$265/sqft |
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| 12/10/2025 | Listing removed | $599,900$277/sqft |
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| 11/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,900+126.4%$277/sqft |
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| 2/10/2006 | Sold | $265,000$122/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,840 -0.1% | $442,400 +1.1% |
| 2024 | $4,844 +3.2% | $437,500 -0.6% |
| 2023 | $4,696 +13.7% | $440,100 +2.9% |
| 2022 | $4,130 -9.2% | $427,800 +37.4% |
| 2021 | $4,546 -3.3% | $311,300 -8.6% |
| 2020 | $4,700 +21.8% | $340,600 +2.6% |
| 2019 | $3,860 +3.3% | $331,900 +13.1% |
| 2018 | $3,738 +16.1% | $293,400 +6.7% |
| 2017 | $3,220 +5.3% | $275,100 |
| 2016 | $3,058 +33.2% | -- |
| 2015 | $2,296 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,296 | -- |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 56353
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Milaca Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 3.9 mi
- 7/10Milaca Secondary High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 3.9 mi
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- Minnesota
- Mille Lacs County
- Milaca
- 56353
- 12221 85th Ave




