Pending

$550,000

26733 168th Ave, Cold Spring, MN 56320

3beds

2,112sqft

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Single Family

Built in 1999

5.2 Acres Lot

$554,700 Zestimate^®

$260/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Set on 5 scenic acres with 313 feet of Hermit Lake shoreline, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath home offers timeless character, thoughtful updates, and captivating views from every angle. Originally built circa 1890 and relocated to the property in 1998, the home blends historic charm with comfortable everyday living and meaningful improvements throughout. Recent updates include new flooring on the main and lower level, honed granite countertops (2025), and inviting spaces designed to enjoy the surrounding landscape. Outdoor living is a standout feature, with a wood-fired pizza oven, gazebo, paver patio, barrel sauna, landscaped grounds, fruit trees, wild berries, and abundant wildlife. Additional highlights include a heated attached garage with pull-down ladder and storage trusses, a heated insulated shop, and a location just 2 miles from the Big Fish Lake public landing.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Bedroom

Level: Upper
Area: 170 Square Feet
Dimensions: 17x10

Bedroom 2

Level: Upper
Area: 144 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12x12

Bedroom 3

Level: Upper
Area: 165 Square Feet
Dimensions: 15x11

Deck

Level: Main
Area: 192 Square Feet
Dimensions: 32x6

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 172.5 Square Feet
Dimensions: 15x11.5

Family room

Level: Lower
Area: 352 Square Feet
Dimensions: 22x16

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 121 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11x11

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 300 Square Feet
Dimensions: 24x12.5

Patio

Area: 247 Square Feet
Dimensions: 19x13

Patio

Area: 336 Square Feet
Dimensions: 21x16

Workshop

Area: 196 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14x14

Heating

Fireplace(s), Geothermal, Heat Pump

Cooling

Central Air, Geothermal, Heat Pump

Appliances

Included: Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Softener Owned
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Lower Level, Washer Hookup

Features

Central Vacuum
Basement: Finished,Full,Storage Space,Tile Shower,Walk-Out Access
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: Double Sided, Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Stone

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,112
Total interior livable area: 2,112 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,344
Finished area below ground: 768

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Attached, Detached Garage, Gravel, Electric, Floor Drain, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Storage
Attached garage spaces: 3
Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Details: Garage Dimensions (28x26)

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Composite Decking, Deck, Patio
Has view: Yes
View description: Lake, Panoramic
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Lake
Waterfront features: Lake Front

Lot

Size: 5.2 Acres
Features: Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium

Details

Additional structures: Garage(s), Lean-To, Sauna, Workshop, Studio, Storage Shed
Foundation area: 768
Parcel number: 05031650002
Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Rented

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family

Materials

Foundation: Wood
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Architectural Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1999

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Power Company: Stearns Electric Association
Gas: Propane
Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes
Water: Drilled, Well

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Hermit Lake Estates PUD

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Cold Spring

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $260/sqft
Tax assessed value: $396,400
Annual tax amount: $3,594
Date on market: 5/16/2026
Cumulative days on market: 28 days

Estimated market value

$554,700

$527,000 - $582,000

$2,464/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/24/2026	Pending sale	$550,000$260/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7073827 Report a problem
5/22/2026	Listed for sale	$550,000$260/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7073827 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$3,590 +0.2%	$396,400 +3%
2023	$3,582 +8.4%	$384,800 +24.4%
2022	$3,304	$309,300
2021	$3,304 -0.2%	$309,300 +4.7%
2020	$3,312	$295,400 -0.4%
2019	$3,312 +12.9%	$296,600 +19.9%
2018	$2,934 +3.8%	$247,400 +3.8%
2017	$2,826 +6%	$238,300
2016	$2,666	--
2015	$2,666	--
2014	$2,666 +2%	--
2013	$2,614 -5.1%	--
2012	$2,754 +2.3%	--
2011	$2,692 +1.7%	--
2010	$2,646 +19.5%	--
2009	$2,214 +22.6%	--
2008	$1,806 +29.9%	--
2007	$1,390 +14.3%	--
2006	$1,216 +12.6%	--
2005	$1,080 +36.2%	--
2003	$793 +12.2%	--
2002	$707 -8.5%	--
2001	$773 +29.9%	--
2000	$595	--

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