Piece of Paradise on the Serene Shores of LAKE MELISSA!
Discover the Charm of Lakeside Living with this delightful Cottage Home, nestled on 0.37 Acres with 61ft of Pristine Sugar-Sand Beach.
Situated on the East Shore, you'll enjoy Stunning Sunsets and a Prime Location just minutes from Lake Country staples like Hotel Shoreham & Shady Hollow Flea Market.
Step inside to find a Beautifully Maintained 2-bed, 2-bath home with a beautiful open floor plan.
The Primary Bedroom offers a Full Ensuite Bath and a walk-out 3-Season Porch, providing the perfect spot for soaking in the Serene Views.
The 2-stall Detached Garage not only provides Ample Storage but also includes Guest Quarters with an Additional Bedroom and 3/4 Bath—ideal for hosting family and friends.
Whether you're looking to retire on the lake, renovate and add a second story, or expand your investment portfolio, this property is brimming with potential and ready to accommodate your vision.
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to make Lake Melissa your Year-Round Retreat or Summer Getaway!
Closed
$785,000
12602 County Highway 17, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
2beds
1,368sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
0.37 Acres Lot
$837,600 Zestimate®
$574/sqft
$2,228 Estimated rent
Home value
$837,600
$720,000 - $972,000
$2,228/mo
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Trevin Konley 218-298-2582,
Jack Chivers Realty,
Jason Witzke 218-234-1904
Bought with:
Paul Baker
Sky Lodge Properties MN, LLC.
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6587197
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Deck
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Garage
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Patio
- Level: Main
Sun room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Masonry, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,368
- Total interior livable area: 1,368 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,368
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions (28 x 24)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Stairs Internal
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Porch, Screened
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, South, West
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake View, Waterfront Elevation(0-4), Lake Bottom(Excellent Sand)
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 61
Lot
- Size: 0.37 Acres
- Dimensions: 101 x 252 x 61 x 226
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Light
- Topography: Level,Walkout
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Bunk House
- Foundation area: 1368
- Parcel number: 191217000
- Zoning description: Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Frame
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Gas: Electric, Wood
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes, Tank with Drainage Field
- Water: Sand Point, Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Detroit Lakes
- Subdivision: Eddy Lodge Add
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2024 | Sold | $785,000-7.6%$574/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6587197 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2024 | Pending sale | $849,900$621/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6587197 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2024 | Price change | $849,900-2.9%$621/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6587197 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $875,000$640/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6587197 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,582 -1.5% | $646,000 -21% |
| 2024 | $5,666 +20.2% | $817,300 +2.9% |
| 2023 | $4,712 +3.9% | $794,200 +28.1% |
| 2022 | $4,536 +3.4% | $620,200 +15.3% |
| 2021 | $4,388 -1% | $537,800 +5% |
| 2020 | $4,432 -1.9% | $512,000 +1.1% |
| 2019 | $4,520 | $506,300 +1.4% |
| 2018 | $4,520 +23% | $499,500 +7.3% |
| 2017 | $3,674 -0.3% | $465,600 +2.6% |
| 2016 | $3,686 +3.3% | $453,800 +19.6% |
| 2015 | $3,568 +15.9% | $379,500 +22.2% |
| 2014 | $3,078 | $310,600 |
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Neighborhood: 56501
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Rossman Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.1 mi
- 5/10Detroit Lakes Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.2 mi
- 7/10Detroit Lakes Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 mi
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- Detroit Lakes
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- 12602 County Highway 17
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