Rare opportunity to own a one of a kind lakefront retreat on a peninsula w/causeway access on coveted Whiteface Reservoir, ideally located midway between Duluth & Virginia. Surrounded by water w/815' of shoreline & 1.73 acres this stunning 3 BR/3 bath home offers breathtaking panoramic views in an unmatched setting. The open concept plan features soaring vaulted birch wood ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, custom Ryan's Rustic Railings handcrafted posts, & an impressive stone FP. The spacious kitchen is equipped with hickory cabinetry, SS appliances, granite sink, center island perfect for entertaining. Main floor includes 1 BR, full bath, & laundry area. The private lofted BR is complete w/ensuite bath & private deck. Walkout lower level features a rec room, 1 BR and full bath. Outside, enjoy a huge wraparound deck, gazebo, garden shed, charming child's playhouse, and detached 2-stall garage. Properties of this caliber and setting rarely become available!
For sale
$889,500
2249 Whiteface Rd, Makinen, MN 55763
3beds
2,349sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
1.73 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$379/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Garden shedBreathtaking panoramic viewsOpen concept planFloor to ceiling windowsHuge wraparound deckGranite sinkSpacious kitchen
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sherry Anderson 218-753-8985,
Vermilion Land Office, Inc
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6126323
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family/Rec, Storage Room, Loft, Entry
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 253.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 17.6
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 159.46 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 13.4
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 150.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 15.8
Entry hall
- Level: Main
- Area: 121.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 13.5
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 517.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20.7 x 25
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 141.69 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 12.11
Living room
- Description: Dining Room combined with Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 626.64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 x 26.11
Loft
- Level: Upper
- Area: 84.63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.3 x 9.1
Heating
- Dual Fuel/Off Peak, In Floor Heat, Propane, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater-Electric, Water Softener-Owned, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
Features
- Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Vaulted Ceilings, Wet Bar
- Basement: Full,Walkout,Bath,Bedrooms,Family/Rec Room,Utility Room
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,349 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,392
- Finished area below ground: 957
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Detached, Electrical Service
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Inland Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Inland Lake, Waterfront Access(Private), Shoreline Characteristics(Shore-Accessible)
- Body of water: Whiteface Reservoir
- Frontage length: 815
Lot
- Size: 1.73 Acres
- Dimensions: 445 x 308
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Landscaped, Tree Coverage - Medium, Level, Island/Peninsula
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Storage Shed, Other
- Foundation area: 1092
- Parcel number: 662001000272
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Engineered Wood, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Lake Country Power
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private, Drilled
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Makinen
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $379/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $421,500
- Annual tax amount: $5,023
- Date on market: 6/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 1 day
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $889,500$379/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,542 -4.1% | $421,500 +5% |
| 2023 | $4,738 -2.1% | $401,600 +3.4% |
| 2022 | $4,842 +10.3% | $388,400 +9.7% |
| 2021 | $4,388 | $354,200 +12.8% |
| 2020 | $4,388 | $314,100 |
| 2019 | $4,388 -0.5% | $314,100 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $4,412 +4.7% | $304,200 |
| 2017 | $4,214 -4.5% | $304,200 |
| 2016 | $4,412 +8% | $304,200 +4.4% |
| 2015 | $4,086 +7.4% | $291,400 |
| 2014 | $3,804 +6.4% | $291,400 |
| 2013 | $3,575 +2.2% | $291,400 |
| 2012 | $3,499 +13.8% | $291,400 |
| 2011 | $3,075 +2% | $291,400 |
| 2010 | $3,015 | $291,400 |
| 2009 | $3,015 +22.8% | $291,400 +3.4% |
| 2008 | $2,456 +69.9% | $281,800 +85.5% |
| 2007 | $1,445 +46.4% | $151,900 +15% |
| 2006 | $987 +22.3% | $132,100 +32.2% |
| 2004 | $807 -10.3% | $99,900 +12% |
| 2003 | $900 +18% | $89,200 +22.5% |
| 2002 | $762 +1% | $72,800 +8.5% |
| 2001 | $755 +7.2% | $67,100 +8.6% |
| 2000 | $704 | $61,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 55763
Nearby schools
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- 5/10Mesabi East Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 17.5 mi
- 5/10Mesabi East SecondaryGrades: 7-12Distance: 17.5 mi
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- Minnesota
- Saint Louis County
- Makinen
- 55763
- 2249 Whiteface Rd




