Discover your dream lakefront retreat on the shores of Lake Melissa, combining relaxation and natural beauty. This recently updated home, complete with a charming guest quarter above the garage, offers 2,712 square feet of combined living space, making it an ideal getaway for family, friends, and unforgettable lake memories. Step inside the main lake home and be greeted by an inviting open-concept design that blends elegance with modern sophistication. Large panoramic windows flood the living room, bringing the outside in with spectacular views of the water. The well-appointed kitchen features stainless steel appliances, ample counter space, large island and pantry cabinet. There is plenty of space for everyone in the main house with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, laundry, and a large flex room for all the lake life necessities. The second living quarters is the perfect guest retreat with everything they need; kitchenette, living room, 2 bonus rooms, another bathroom, and a deck that overlooks the lake! Great storage with the 2-stall garage plus landscaping and lakeside deck. With direct flat lake frontage, you’ll have easy access to all your favorite water activities, including the dock and boat lift, making it a turnkey lakefront escape. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a slice of paradise on one of the most coveted lakes in the area. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an entertainer’s dream, this Lake Melissa property offers it all.
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$815,000
12243 Fern Beach Dr, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
4beds
2,712sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
0.29 Acres Lot
$832,400 Zestimate®
$301/sqft
$2,367 Estimated rent
Home value
$832,400
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Lakefront retreatDock and boat liftLarge islandDirect lake frontageModern sophisticationInviting open-concept designCharming guest quarter
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Listed by:
Jason Carrier 701-318-4114,
Beyond Realty
Bought with:
TJ Buboltz
HomeSmart Adventure Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6680658
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
Deck
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Flex room
- Level: Main
Garage
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Upper
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,712
- Total interior livable area: 2,712 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,712
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Dock, Lake Front, Lake View
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 57
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 57.5 x 255
Details
- Foundation area: 2040
- Parcel number: 190829000
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Birch Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit Lakes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $301/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $850,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,308
- Date on market: 3/6/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 262 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2025 | Sold | $815,000-1.2%$301/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6680658 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Pending sale | $825,000$304/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6680658 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Price change | $825,000-2.9%$304/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6680658 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2025 | Price change | $850,000-10.5%$313/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6680658 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2025 | Price change | $950,000-5%$350/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6680658 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2025 | Price change | $1,000,000-4.8%$369/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6680658 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2024 | Price change | $1,050,000-4.1%$387/sqft |
Source:  FMARMLS #6560364 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,095,000+25.4%$404/sqft |
Source: FMARMLS #6560364 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2023 | Sold | $873,000-3%$322/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6378261 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2023 | Pending sale | $900,000$332/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6378261 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2023 | Contingent | $900,000$332/sqft |
Source:  GFBMLS #23-658 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $900,000$332/sqft |
Source: GFBMLS #23-658 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2023 | Contingent | $900,000$332/sqft |
Source: GFBMLS #23-658 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $900,000$332/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6378261 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2023 | Price change | $900,000+0%$332/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $899,900+136.8%$332/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2018 | Sold | $380,000-5%$140/sqft |
Source: MWMMLS #20-18831 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2017 | Pending sale | $399,900$147/sqft |
Source: Jack Chivers Realty #20-18831 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2017 | Price change | $399,900-16.5%$147/sqft |
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| 7/28/2017 | Price change | $479,000-1%$177/sqft |
Source: Jack Chivers Realty #20-18831 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2017 | Listed for sale | $484,000$178/sqft |
Source: Jack Chivers Realty Detroit Lakes, LLC #20-3753 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,818 +6.3% | $850,400 -0.3% |
| 2024 | $5,472 +18.3% | $853,300 +10.2% |
| 2023 | $4,624 +6.8% | $774,500 +26.9% |
| 2022 | $4,330 +3.3% | $610,300 +16.8% |
| 2021 | $4,190 +10.4% | $522,500 +6.2% |
| 2020 | $3,796 +2% | $491,800 +13.2% |
| 2019 | $3,722 | $434,300 +1.7% |
| 2018 | $3,722 +26.1% | $427,100 +7.7% |
| 2017 | $2,952 -3.6% | $396,500 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $3,062 +1.8% | $390,200 +1.6% |
| 2015 | $3,008 +1.5% | $384,100 +18.8% |
| 2014 | $2,964 | $323,300 |
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Neighborhood: 56501
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Rossman Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.1 mi
- 5/10Detroit Lakes Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.3 mi
- 7/10Detroit Lakes Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.5 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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