This is a rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind lakefront property on Big Sturgeon Lake, just around the corner from McCarthy Beach State Park.
Property Highlights:
• 4–5 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms
• Sauna.
• Quartz countertops & stainless steel appliances w/gas cook top.
• Breathtaking scenic views from the south-facing windows, especially from the primary suite w/private deck.
•Approximately 3,000 sq ft of beautifully maintained space.
• Wrap-around composite deck.
• New architectural roof and fresh paint.
• Flat, irrigated & landscaped lot with 150’ of sandy shoreline. 1.75 acres.
• Two garages: 26’x38’ plus a massive 38’x48’ drive-through garage for all your lake toys and gear.
* Dual fuel heat pump mini splits on all levels (AC/Heat).
I'm posting this for my parents who are downsizing off of the lake . All furnishings available. Floe dock available. Property is located at 12888 North Bay Trail, Side Lake MN. Please contact me at 218.969.7786 to make arrangements for showings or for questions. Thank you. $849,000 *The location of the property shown in the ad shows the incorrect location on the map for some reason. The house is located one lot to the west.
Sold for $849,000
$849,000
12888 N Bay Trl, Side Lake, MN 55781
5beds
3,000sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1985
1.72 Acres Lot
$877,700 Zestimate®
$283/sqft
$2,851 Estimated rent
Home value
$877,700
$755,000 - $1.02M
$2,851/mo
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Lakefront propertySandy shorelineTwo garagesBeautifully maintained spaceNew architectural roofWrap-around composite deckStainless steel appliances
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Central
Features
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
Features
- Exterior features: Wood
Lot
- Size: 1.72 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 370001002985
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Wood
Condition
- Year built: 1985
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Side Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $283/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $683,700
- Annual tax amount: $5,888
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2025 | Sold | $849,000$283/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,000+88.7%$283/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2015 | Sold | $450,000$150/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,888 +20.4% | $683,700 +9.7% |
| 2023 | $4,892 +2.6% | $623,100 +26.1% |
| 2022 | $4,766 +17.1% | $494,200 +9.9% |
| 2021 | $4,070 | $449,700 +16.5% |
| 2020 | $4,070 | $386,100 |
| 2019 | $4,070 +2.5% | $386,100 |
| 2018 | $3,972 -0.8% | $386,100 |
| 2017 | $4,004 +0.8% | $386,100 -7.4% |
| 2016 | $3,972 -6.8% | $417,100 -7.5% |
| 2015 | $4,262 -5.3% | $450,700 |
| 2014 | $4,500 -3.9% | $450,700 |
| 2013 | $4,683 +3.9% | $450,700 +2.5% |
| 2012 | $4,509 -0.3% | $439,900 -6.8% |
| 2011 | $4,523 +5.6% | $472,200 |
| 2010 | $4,281 | $472,200 |
| 2009 | $4,281 +7.3% | $472,200 +12.2% |
| 2008 | $3,991 +12.2% | $420,800 +15% |
| 2007 | $3,558 +14.5% | $365,900 +15% |
| 2006 | $3,108 +18.1% | $318,200 +32.3% |
| 2004 | $2,631 +7.3% | $240,600 +9.2% |
| 2003 | $2,451 +14.7% | $220,400 +10% |
| 2002 | $2,138 -9.6% | $200,400 +8.5% |
| 2001 | $2,364 -17.2% | $184,700 -0.4% |
| 2000 | $2,856 | $185,500 |
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Neighborhood: 55781
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GreatSchools rating
- NAWashington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-1Distance: 19 mi
- 8/10Hibbing High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 19 mi
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- Minnesota
- Saint Louis County
- Side Lake
- 55781
- 12888 N Bay Trl