Welcome to your year-round retreat nestled on the sandy shores of Ethel Lake! This stunning 1.4-acre property offers 169 feet of private lakefront with a gentle slope leading to a beautiful sandy beach — perfect for swimming, boating, and relaxing in the sun. Minnesota DNR site lists the clarity of Ethel Lake 18 feet.
The spacious 2,520 sq ft home features 2 bedrooms, [master bedroom includes walk in closet] and 2 bathrooms, thoughtfully designed for comfort and style. Cozy up by either of the two gas fireplaces on cooler evenings, and enjoy scenic lake views from your living and dining areas.
Storage and convenience abound with a large 3-stall attached garage, two stalls of which are heated and insulated — ideal for year-round use. For even more space, a 30x40 3-stall pole shed provides ample room for all your toys and tools.
Additional highlights include:
2026 new flooring in kitchen, dining and living room. Arvig fiber optic internet available.
Paved tar driveway
Lawn irrigation system for easy maintenance landscaped yard
Peaceful setting with mature trees
Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence or a serene lake getaway, this property combines comfort, functionality, and the unbeatable charm of lakefront living. Furniture is negotiable.
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$545,000
26837 Lake Ethel Rd, Battle Lake, MN 56515
2beds
2,520sqft
Single Family
Built in 1994
1.4 Acres Lot
$544,200 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$2,191 Estimated rent
Home value
$544,200
$517,000 - $571,000
$2,191/mo
Zestimate® history
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Paved tar drivewayTwo gas fireplaces
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gloria Hedstrom 218-367-2716,
Boll Realty
Bought with:
Steven Eischens
eXp Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7053085
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Lower
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Block,Egress Window(s),Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Free Standing, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,520
- Total interior livable area: 2,520 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,260
- Finished area below ground: 1,152
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Asphalt, Floor Drain, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Details: Garage Dimensions (46x26)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Waterfront features: Lake Front
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 169
Lot
- Size: 1.40 Acres
- Dimensions: 169 x 363
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Building
- Foundation area: 1260
- Parcel number: 29000990939000
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Block, Frame
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1994
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Electric, Propane
- Sewer: Tank with Drainage Field
- Water: Drilled
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Battle Lake
- Subdivision: Pleasant Shores
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2026 | Sold | $545,000-0.7%$216/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7053085 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2026 | Pending sale | $549,000$218/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7053085 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,000-8.3%$218/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7053085 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Listing removed | $599,000$238/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6699964 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2025 | Price change | $599,000-3.2%$238/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6699964 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2025 | Price change | $619,000-6.1%$246/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6699964 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $659,000+91%$262/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6699964 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2016 | Sold | $345,000-1.4%$137/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6058477 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2016 | Pending sale | $349,900$139/sqft |
Source: Paulson Land Company #20-16841 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2016 | Listed for sale | $349,900$139/sqft |
Source: Paulson Land Company #20-16841 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,817 -3.3% | $484,000 +5.9% |
| 2024 | $2,912 +25.2% | $457,100 +10.2% |
| 2023 | $2,326 -8.1% | $414,900 +22.1% |
| 2022 | $2,530 +4.8% | $339,900 |
| 2021 | $2,414 -1.4% | -- |
| 2020 | $2,448 +0.6% | $342,000 +4.3% |
| 2018 | $2,433 -4.2% | $328,000 +3.4% |
| 2017 | $2,540 +13.5% | $317,100 +3.2% |
| 2016 | $2,238 | $307,400 |
| 2015 | $2,238 +1.8% | -- |
| 2014 | $2,198 | $305,100 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | $1,826 +7.8% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,694 | -- |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 56515
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Battle Lake Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 6.7 mi
- 7/10Battle Lake SecondaryGrades: 7-12Distance: 6.7 mi
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- Otter Tail County
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- 56515
- 26837 Lake Ethel Rd
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