Nestled along 100 feet of shoreline on Big Portage Lake, this charming two-bedroom, two-bathroom home offers an idyllic lakeside retreat. The master bedroom provides direct access to the wrap-around deck, allowing you to soak in the tranquil beauty of the lake from the comfort of your own space. The living room features a vaulted peaked ceiling, built-in shelves, and walkout doors, creating a spacious, airy feel. The kitchen includes a dining area with large windows, while the main floor also offers the convenience of laundry. The lower-level family room offers additional living space with a walkout to a second deck, plus plenty of storage and room for a craft or workshop area. Enjoy the outdoors with a wrap-around deck, mature trees for shade, and westerly views that capture breathtaking sunsets. With a gentle slope to the water, an attached two-stall garage, and storage sheds, this home is the perfect blend of comfort and functionality.
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$250,000
1226 Big Portage Lake Trl NW, Backus, MN 56435
2beds
1,328sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
1.26 Acres Lot
$281,200 Zestimate®
$188/sqft
$1,714 Estimated rent
Home value
$281,200
$267,000 - $298,000
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Listed by:
Melanie Mix 218-259-3082,
Heartland Real Estate
Bought with:
Melanie Mix
Heartland Real Estate
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6606825
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 144.96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.6x15.1
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 97.52 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.6x9.2
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x7.5
Bathroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 58.65 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.9x8.5
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 90.3 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.6x10.5
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 265.08 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.1x18.8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 334.64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.8x18.8
Office
- Level: Lower
- Area: 111.11 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.7x8.11
Storage
- Level: Lower
- Area: 25.85 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.5x4.7
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 31.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4.2x7.5
Utility room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 157.53 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.9x17.7
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Basement: Block,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,328
- Total interior livable area: 1,328 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 952
- Finished area below ground: 376
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Gravel
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions (24 x 26)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront Elevation(10-15), Lake Bottom(Reeds, Soft, Weeds)
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 100
Lot
- Size: 1.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 462 x 174 x 344
- Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1576
- Parcel number: 344940105
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Frame
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Power Company: Crow Wing Power
- Gas: Electric, Propane
- Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes, Tank with Drainage Field
- Water: 4-Inch Submersible
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Portage View
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Backus
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $188/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $214,800
- Annual tax amount: $826
- Date on market: 9/27/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/11/2024 | Sold | $250,000+4.2%$188/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6606825 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2024 | Pending sale | $239,900$181/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6606825 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $239,900+91.9%$181/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6606825 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2013 | Sold | $125,000$94/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #1908560 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $836 +1.2% | $214,800 +16.2% |
| 2024 | $826 +5.6% | $184,900 |
| 2023 | $782 -1.3% | $184,900 +11.5% |
| 2022 | $792 +1% | $165,800 +24% |
| 2021 | $784 -7.8% | $133,700 +3.8% |
| 2020 | $850 -12% | $128,800 -6.2% |
| 2019 | $966 +3.4% | $137,300 +6.8% |
| 2018 | $934 +14.2% | $128,500 |
| 2017 | $818 | $128,500 |
| 2016 | $818 | -- |
| 2015 | $818 -3.5% | -- |
| 2014 | $848 +51.4% | -- |
| 2013 | $560 | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $536 -6.6% | $158,200 |
| 2008 | $574 | $158,200 |
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Neighborhood: 56435
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