Take in some of the most gorgeous views in the country from this unique 2021 shouse! Whether you're looking for a place to call home, a weekend getaway, hunting retreat, or a simpler property for downsizing, this property offers incredible flexibility. Build your dream home and easily convert the existing shouse into a garage! The main level offers an open kitchen, dining and living area, 3/4 bath, laundry room, and den/storage room with a temporary wall that can be removed if desired. Upstairs features a spacious bedroom with attic storage currently used as a closet. Enjoy the comfort of in-floor heat and a cozy wood stove. The incredible setting is what truly makes this property special. Enjoy beautiful views, peaceful surroundings, and land that adjoins the Root River perfect for the fisherman in the family. Located close to Forestville/Mystery Cave State Park, this is a fantastic opportunity to own your own piece of the beautiful Driftless Region. Whether you're looking for a weekend escape, hunting base, river retreat, or future building site, this property is full of possibilities!
Active
$299,900
20542 Mayapple Ln, Preston, MN 55965
1beds
1,112sqft
Single Family
Built in 2021
4.49 Acres Lot
$289,400 Zestimate®
$270/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 27 days
- 2,416
- 139
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tim Danielson 507-259-9110,
Elcor Realty of Rochester Inc.,
Jennifer Danielson 507-273-1875
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7144689
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 200 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x20
Den
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x14
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23x12
Heating
- In-Floor Heating, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,160
- Total interior livable area: 1,112 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,112
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 4.49 Acres
- Features: Tree Coverage - Heavy
Details
- Additional structures: Lean-To
- Foundation area: 960
- Parcel number: 280440000
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Concrete, Frame
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Mound Septic, Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes
- Water: Private, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Valley View 1st Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Preston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $270/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $186,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,320
- Date on market: 9/18/2026
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
$289,400
$275,000 - $304,000
$1,614/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,900+476.7%$270/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7144689 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2020 | Sold | $52,000$47/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,320 +7.5% | $186,100 |
| 2025 | $1,228 +4.2% | $186,100 +13.3% |
| 2024 | $1,178 -9.8% | $164,200 +5.7% |
| 2023 | $1,306 +279.7% | $155,400 -1.3% |
| 2022 | $344 -17.6% | $157,400 +377% |
| 2021 | $418 -3.8% | $33,000 -12.7% |
| 2020 | $434 +17.9% | $37,800 |
| 2019 | $368 -12% | $37,800 |
| 2018 | $418 | $37,800 |
| 2017 | $418 | $37,800 |
| 2016 | $418 | $37,800 |
| 2015 | $418 | $37,800 |
| 2014 | $418 | $37,800 |
| 2013 | $418 -7.5% | $37,800 |
| 2012 | $452 | $37,800 |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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