Welcome to 1539 Melrude Road in Cotton, Minnesota—a peaceful retreat set on 20 wooded acres. This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers over 2,200 square feet of living space, including a full walk-out basement with in-floor heat, a large kitchen with an eat-in area, and a separate dining room just off the kitchen—ideal for gatherings and entertaining. The main level features a comfortable living area, while upstairs you'll find generously sized bedrooms, a spacious primary suite, and a bonus room or den—perfect for a home office, playroom, or additional living space. Enjoy outdoor living on the expansive screened-in porch, perfect for relaxing and taking in the quiet natural surroundings. Additional features include a compliant septic system, newer roof, and an attached 2-car garage with in-floor heat and hot and cold water. Built in 2000, this home offers comfort, functionality, and privacy in a beautiful Northwoods setting.
Sold for $440,000
$440,000
1539 Melrude Rd, Cotton, MN 55724
3beds
2baths
2,268sqft
Residential
Built in 2000
20 Acres Lot
$448,600 Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$2,640 Estimated rent
Home value
$448,600
$390,000 - $520,000
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Wooded acresSpacious primary suiteExpansive screened-in porchSeparate dining roomLarge kitchenBonus room or denGenerously sized bedrooms
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Listed by:
Nicole Culbert-Dahl,
Culbert Realty
Bought with:
Edina Realty, Inc.
Source: Range AOR,MLS#: 148737
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Area: 260
- Dimensions: 20 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Kitchen
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Heating
- Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Forced Air, Propane
Features
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,024
- Total interior livable area: 2,268 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,008
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Stalls, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
- Waterfront features: 0 - None
Lot
- Size: 20 Acres
- Dimensions: 1300 x 660
Details
- Parcel number: 320001003145
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Modular
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Amps: 200
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Cotton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $303,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,236
- Date on market: 7/17/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $440,000-11.8%$194/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #148737 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Contingent | $499,000$220/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #148737 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $499,000$220/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #148737 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,362 -6.9% | $303,000 +10% |
| 2023 | $2,538 +20.1% | $275,500 +10.9% |
| 2022 | $2,114 +4.1% | $248,500 +14% |
| 2021 | $2,030 | $217,900 +3.9% |
| 2020 | $2,030 | $209,700 |
| 2019 | $2,030 +20.1% | $209,700 +13% |
| 2018 | $1,690 -13.9% | $185,500 |
| 2017 | $1,962 +16.1% | $185,500 |
| 2016 | $1,690 -0.7% | $185,500 +13% |
| 2015 | $1,702 -0.5% | $164,200 |
| 2014 | $1,710 +1.7% | $164,200 |
| 2013 | $1,682 +3.9% | $164,200 |
| 2012 | $1,619 +4.7% | $164,200 -14.9% |
| 2011 | $1,546 +1.9% | $192,900 |
| 2010 | $1,517 | $192,900 |
| 2009 | $1,517 +41.3% | $192,900 +18.8% |
| 2008 | $1,074 +11.2% | $162,400 +15% |
| 2007 | $966 +21.5% | $141,200 +15% |
| 2006 | $795 -14.1% | $122,800 +7.3% |
| 2004 | $926 +216.3% | $114,400 +112.2% |
| 2003 | $293 +8.3% | $53,900 +10% |
| 2002 | $270 -8.2% | $49,000 +8.4% |
| 2001 | $294 -1.7% | $45,200 |
| 2000 | $300 | $45,200 |
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Neighborhood: 55724
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10South Ridge Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 19.5 mi
- 4/10South Ridge SecondaryGrades: 7-12Distance: 19.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: St.Louis County-2142
Source: Range AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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