This stunning 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom Chub Lake home sits on a Quiet Bay with 330' of lake frontage and a private drive offering a rare combination of high-end finishes, versatile living spaces, and a truly unbeatable layout—spread across three thoughtfully designed levels! Inside, you’ll find a warm, inviting aesthetic with hickory wood floors and Andersen windows that bring in an abundance of natural light. The heart of the home is the main floor, which includes a dining area, built-in desk and lockers, and a kitchen that blends form and function. You'll love the quartz countertops, dual quartz breakfast bars, and mini pantry—all designed for effortless everyday living! The adjacent living and family rooms feature a propane fireplace and a freestanding wood stove, creating cozy gathering spaces for every season. Step out to one of three decks, including a large A-frame window-facing deck with lake access and stargazing potential. The top-level primary suite is a private retreat, featuring its own 3/4 bath with tiled shower, ductless mini-split for comfort year-round, and custom Hickory built-ins. Downstairs, the lower level adds even more flexibility—with two additional bedrooms, a bonus room or recreation room with a propane thermostatic fireplace, tiled walkout entry/exit, and locker storage—perfect room for added guests, quiet reading space or time for family. You’ll also find a full bath, spacious laundry room with a brand-new heavy-duty Speed Queen washer/dryer, hall closets, storage, a newer furnace, high-end water softener! But the magic doesn’t stop indoors. Step outside to your own lakefront playground—featuring a new barrel electric sauna with a glass window facing the lake, and a dock. There’s also a swing set, trampoline, and plenty of space to explore or relax! This home blends luxury, practicality, and a connection to nature like few others. With new carpet, updated bathrooms, high-end lighting and ceiling fans, and a newer septic system, it's move-in ready and ready to be enjoyed. If you’re looking for a property that’s as functional as it is special—this is the one! Come experience it for yourself!
Sold for $775,000
$775,000
1597 Turtle Bay Dr, Carlton, MN 55718
3beds
3,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
1.53 Acres Lot
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$221/sqft
$2,170 Estimated rent
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Lake frontageHickory wood floorsDuctless mini-splitPropane fireplaceHigh-end finishesMini pantryFreestanding wood stove
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Listed by:
Jeanne Tondryk 218-348-7900,
Messina & Associates Real Estate
Bought with:
Jordan DeCaro, MN 40286367|WI 79981-94
RE/MAX Results
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6120905
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Custom built-in cabinetry, hickory flooring, private ensuite has tiled shower. Many windows adding extra light to this space.
- Level: Upper
- Area: 306 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 18
Bedroom
- Description: Carpeting and view of lake from this bedroom window. Ample closets.
- Level: Lower
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom
- Description: Carpeting. Ample closet space
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bonus room
- Description: Carpeted and walk way to the bonus room. Space for a desk if needed.
- Level: Lower
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 6
Entry hall
- Description: Entry way could also be used as a dining area. Has built-in closets & desk. Tile flooring.
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Great room
- Description: Beautiful Hickory floors, wood burning fireplace, French doors to deck overlooking the lake!
- Level: Main
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 15
Kitchen
- Description: Many oak cabinets, stainless steel appliances, two separate eating bars, Hickory flooring. 1/2 bath off the kitchen area.
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Living room
- Description: This space could be used as a living room or dining area. Beautiful windows adding much light to space and views of the lake! Hickory flooring.
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 15
Rec room
- Description: Could be used as a family room, guest room or place for gathering. Close to the walkout tiled area & access to the outdoor deck and sauna.
- Level: Lower
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater-Electric, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat In Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Foyer-Entrance
- Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tiled Floors
- Doors: Patio Door
- Windows: Double Glazed, Vinyl Windows
- Basement: Full,Egress Windows,Finished,Walkout,Bath,Bedrooms,Den/Office,Family/Rec Room,Fireplace,Utility Room,Washer Hook-Ups,Dryer Hook-Ups
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas, Basement
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,500 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,500
- Finished area below ground: 1,000
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Detached, Electrical Service, Slab
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Inland Lake, Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,Bay
- Waterfront features: Inland Lake, Waterfront Access(Private)
- Body of water: Chub
- Frontage length: 330
Lot
- Size: 1.53 Acres
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Tree Coverage - Medium, Telephone, High, Level, Rolling Slope
Details
- Additional structures: Kennels, Storage Shed
- Parcel number: 810604916
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Previously Owned
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Minnesota Power
- Sewer: Mound Septic
- Water: Drilled
- Utilities for property: Phone Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Carlton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $221/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $303,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,850
- Date on market: 7/23/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 30 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | Sold | $775,000-3%$221/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6120905 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2025 | Pending sale | $799,000$228/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6120905 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2025 | Contingent | $799,000$228/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6120905 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $799,000+166.8%$228/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6120905 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2015 | Sold | $299,500$86/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6018131 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $4,704 +14.2% | $303,000 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $4,118 | $298,100 |
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Neighborhood: 55718
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