Northwoods living on beautiful Sylvan Lake
Escape to the heart of Minnesota lake country with this inviting retreat on Lower Sylvan Lake in Pillager. Tucked among mature trees, this property offers the perfect blend of privacy, relaxation, and year-round recreation.
Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway, a family cabin, or a peaceful full-time residence, this home delivers the classic “up north” feel with easy access to Brainerd Lakes amenities.
Property Highlights:
-Located on scenic Lower Sylvan
-Private, wooded setting with tranquil lake views
-Ideal for fishing, boating, swimming, and all four-season recreation
-Convenient access to Brainerd, Baxter, and surrounding lakes area
-Perfect as a primary home, second home, or investment property
Imagine mornings on the lake, afternoons on the water, and evenings by the fire. Minnesota living at its finest.
Active
$769,900
12523 Lower Sylvan Rd SW, Pillager, MN 56473
2beds
1,540sqft
Single Family
Built in 2017
0.69 Acres Lot
$749,400 Zestimate®
$500/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 8 days |
- 853 |
- 29 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Theodore Toune 763-688-4199,
Real Broker, LLC
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7122081
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x17
Foyer
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x8
Other
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x12
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x27
Living room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x17
Heating
- In-Floor Heating, Radiant
Cooling
- Ductless Mini-Split
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Basement: Block,Drain Tiled,Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,540
- Total interior livable area: 1,540 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 820
- Finished area below ground: 720
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Details: Garage Dimensions (32x24), Garage Door Height (7)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, North
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront Elevation(26-40), Lake Bottom(Hard)
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 100
Lot
- Size: 0.69 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 248
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop, Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 780
- Parcel number: 414980138
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Block, Frame
- Roof: Asphalt,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes
- Water: 4-Inch Submersible, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Sylvan Beach
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Pillager
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $500/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $572,700
- Annual tax amount: $3,462
- Date on market: 8/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 49 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$749,400
$712,000 - $787,000
$2,224/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $769,900$500/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7122081 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2026 | Listing removed | $769,900$500/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7010215 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $769,900+0.6%$500/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7010215 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2024 | Sold | $765,000$497/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6527823 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2024 | Pending sale | $765,000$497/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6527823 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2024 | Price change | $765,000-1.3%$497/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6527823 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2024 | Price change | $775,000-3.1%$503/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6527823 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $800,000+207.7%$519/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6527823 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2017 | Sold | $260,000+6.1%$169/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4792983 Report a problem | ||
| 9/10/2010 | Sold | $245,000$159/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #1451626 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,462 -0.4% | $572,700 -0.8% |
| 2024 | $3,476 +15.9% | $577,100 |
| 2023 | $3,000 +7.6% | $577,100 +20.5% |
| 2022 | $2,788 +21.6% | $479,100 +38.9% |
| 2021 | $2,292 -2.8% | $345,000 +24.6% |
| 2020 | $2,358 -0.5% | $276,900 +8.7% |
| 2019 | $2,370 +12.4% | $254,800 +12.8% |
| 2018 | $2,108 | $225,900 |
| 2017 | -- | $225,900 |
| 2016 | $2,104 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,104 +10% | -- |
| 2014 | $1,912 -13% | -- |
| 2013 | $2,198 | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $2,020 +6% | $257,700 +7.9% |
| 2008 | $1,906 | $238,900 |
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Neighborhood: 56473
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Pillager Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 7/10Pillager SecondaryGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
- 8/10Pillager Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 3.2 mi
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