Escape to the peace and privacy of country living just 10 minutes from downtown Washburn with this secluded 20+/- acre wooded property. Surrounded by nature, it’s the perfect setting for your dream home, hobby farm, or private retreat. The property features a long private driveway, mature trees, and abundant wildlife—offering endless possibilities for those seeking space, seclusion, and a true Northwoods lifestyle. The home has had many recent updates, including elegant quartz kitchen countertops, beautiful wood floors, a completely updated bathroom, and a spacious master bedroom. The open-concept living and kitchen flow naturally into the dining area, with deck access for enjoying the outdoors. The full basement includes a finished room perfect for recreation or a home office. Additional features include a 34x34 detached heated garage with ample workspace and an additional outdoor faucet. With room to spread out and a serene wooded backdrop, this property is your chance to create a one-of-a-kind country haven just minutes from town.
Sold for $272,500
$272,500
28230 Paulson Rd, Washburn, WI 54891
2beds
1,008sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
40 Acres Lot
$285,100 Zestimate®
$270/sqft
$1,315 Estimated rent
Home value
$285,100
Estimated sales range
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Full basementElegant quartz kitchen countertopsDetached heated garageSerene wooded backdropCompletely updated bathroomAbundant wildlifeBeautiful wood floors
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Listed by:
Jenni Viken 218-830-2525,
Visions First Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Jon Wheeler, WI 57218-90
Blue Water Realty, LLC
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6121249
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family/Rec
Primary bedroom
- Description: Could be converted back to 2 rooms
- Level: Main
- Area: 275 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 25
Bedroom
- Description: carpet had been removed
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air, Wood, Outdoor Boiler, Propane
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater-Gas, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
Features
- Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tiled Floors
- Doors: Patio Door
- Windows: Energy Windows, Wood Frames
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Family/Rec Room,Utility Room,Washer Hook-Ups,Dryer Hook-Ups
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,008 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,008
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Off Street, Gravel, Attached, Detached, Heat, Insulation, Slab
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Typical
Lot
- Size: 40 Acres
- Dimensions: 1320 x 1320
- Features: Many Trees, High
- Residential vegetation: Heavily Wooded
Details
- Foundation area: 1176
- Parcel number: 31189 and 31188
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Wood
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Bayfield Electric Co-Op
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Drain Field
- Water: Private, Drilled
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Washburn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $270/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $237,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,852
- Date on market: 8/11/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 14 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2025 | Sold | $272,500+1%$270/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6121249 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/2025 | Pending sale | $269,900$268/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #6121249 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2025 | Contingent | $269,900$268/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #6121249 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $269,900+20%$268/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6121249 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2019 | Listing removed | $224,900$223/sqft |
Source: Anthony Jennings & Crew Real Estate LLC #6085571 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2019 | Listed for sale | $224,900$223/sqft |
Source: Anthony Jennings & Crew Real Estate #6085571 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,852 +85.7% | $237,000 +76.1% |
| 2023 | $1,536 -7% | $134,600 |
| 2022 | $1,652 -5.7% | $134,600 |
| 2021 | $1,751 -1.1% | $134,600 |
| 2020 | $1,770 -5.3% | $134,600 |
| 2019 | $1,868 -1.7% | $134,600 |
| 2017 | $1,901 +1.3% | $134,600 |
| 2016 | $1,876 -6.7% | $134,600 |
| 2015 | $2,011 -8.5% | $134,600 |
| 2013 | $2,199 +17.6% | $134,600 |
| 2011 | $1,870 -4.4% | $134,600 |
| 2010 | $1,956 +10.1% | $134,600 |
| 2009 | $1,776 | $134,600 |
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Neighborhood: 54891
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