Rare Waterfront Opportunity on Tranquil Muskrat Lake. Discover your own private lakeside retreat on beautiful Muskrat Lake! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home sits on an impressive 2.55 acres across two parcels (including one vacant lot for another build), offering exceptional privacy in a quiet, established development.
Enjoy 699 feet of frontage along the shoreline, with stunning 135+ degree panoramic views stretching west and north across the water. The walkout basement opens directly to the lake, making it easy to step outside and enjoy the scenery or head down to the water.
Muskrat Lake is truly special—it connects to Lake Sallie and the broader Detroit Lake chain via the unique mechanical boat tram at nearby Dunton Locks County Park. Boat, pontoon, or PWC owners can easily access miles of additional water without trailering—perfect for weekend explorations, fishing, or simply cruising the lakes. Less than 1 mile North of the Soo Pass Ranch (Home of the annual WE Fest Country Music Festival).
Inside, the home offers 2,865 square feet of finished living space, thoughtfully laid out for comfortable lake living and entertaining. The main level and walkout lower level provide flexible spaces, while the elevated setting maximizes those breathtaking views from multiple rooms.
Just a short distance away, Dunton Locks County Park (a 53-acre gem right on Muskrat Lake) adds even more value with its shoreline access, picnic sites, pavilion, paved bike trail, hiking/mountain biking/cross-country ski trails, fishing piers, and the DNR fish hatchery nearby. It’s a year-round playground for the whole family.
This is a rare opportunity to own substantial acreage and frontage on a peaceful lake in the heart of the Detroit Lakes area—without the crowds or high-traffic feel of bigger lakes. Whether you’re looking for a full-time home, weekend getaway, or family compound, this property checks every box.
Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Minnesota lake country paradise.
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Listed by:
Christopher Howard Nord218-234-1357,
The Real Estate Company of Detroit Lakes
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7057320
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
Description: Full Primary,Full Basement,Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Upper Level Full Bath
Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront Elevation(10-15), Lake Bottom(Sand)
Frontage length: Water Frontage: 699
Lot
Size: 2.55 Acres
Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Topography: High Ground,Level,Sloped,Wooded
Details
Foundation area: 1372
Additional parcels included: 191500101
Parcel number: 191500102
Zoning description: Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
Frame
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
Condition
New construction: No
Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, Power Company: City of Detroit Lakes
Gas: Electric
Sewer: Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
Water: 4-Inch Submersible
Community & HOA
Community
Subdivision: Muskrat Bay
HOA
Has HOA: No
Location
Region: Detroit Lakes
Financial & listing details
Price per square foot: $279/sqft
Annual tax amount: $4,484
Date on market: 4/17/2026
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$764,300
Estimated sales range
$726,000 - $803,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,611/mo
Price history
Date
Event
Price
5/6/2026
Price change
$799,000-11.1%$279/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7057320Report a problem
4/23/2026
Listed for sale
$899,000$314/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7057320Report a problem
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included
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