Welcome to lake life! This property truly offers everything you could want. A solid, meticulously maintained four-bedroom, three-bathroom year-round home paired with a spacious 43x33 pole building—perfect storage for your lake gear —set on a stunning, private, park-like landscape. Situated on nearly three acres with 200 feet of frontage on Dead Lake in Otter Tail County, the setting is exceptional. Enjoy excellent swimming right from the dock, along with outstanding fishing opportunities. The location is among Minnesota’s finest, just a short drive from Maplewood and Glendalough State Parks, as well as charming nearby towns and countless lakes.
Nearly every room in the home features beautiful lake views. The main level offers an open-concept design with a kitchen island, ample storage, a bright and spacious sunroom with its own patio, a primary suite with a large walk-in closet, and a separate jetted tub and walk-in shower. Main floor laundry adds convenience and accessibility. The walkout lower level includes a family room, three bedrooms, a 3/4 bath, a dedicated storage room, and in-floor heat. The attached garage is insulated, heated, and includes an additional overhead side door for easy access to the side and back of the property. Built by a respected local builder and lovingly maintained by its original owner, this property is ready for its next chapter. Septic system is compliant.
Active with contingency
$749,900
38079 Dead Lake Rd, Richville, MN 56576
4beds
3,088sqft
Single Family
Built in 1999
3 Acres Lot
$724,400 Zestimate®
$243/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 57 days |
- 550 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nathaniel Schmidgall 952-237-8986,
National Realty Guild
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7056369
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Lower
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.5x14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.5x14
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x16
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x7
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x7
Bathroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x12
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 289 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x17
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 175 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x12.5
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x7
Storage
- Level: Lower
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x14
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x16
Utility room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x12
Heating
- Forced Air, Heat Pump, In-Floor Heating
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electronic Air Filter, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater, Water Filtration System, Water Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Egress Window(s),Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Double Sided, Electric Log, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,088
- Total interior livable area: 3,088 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,544
- Finished area below ground: 1,404
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Detached Garage, Gravel, Asphalt, Floor Drain, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Multiple Garages, Storage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (28x24)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Doors 36"+
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: North
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront Elevation(4-10), Lake Bottom(Hard, Rocky, Sand)
Lot
- Size: 3 Acres
- Dimensions: 220 x 580 x 200 x 580
- Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Pole Building, Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1544
- Parcel number: 14000990618000
- Zoning description: Shoreline
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Architectural Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Auditors Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Richville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $243/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $701,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,804
- Date on market: 4/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 94 days
Estimated market value
$724,400
$688,000 - $761,000
$3,137/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,9000%$243/sqft |
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| 10/24/2025 | Listing removed | $750,000$243/sqft |
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| 8/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $750,000$243/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,660 +3.7% | $701,300 +4.5% |
| 2024 | $4,493 +9.4% | $671,400 +17.9% |
| 2023 | $4,107 +13.6% | $569,700 +41.6% |
| 2022 | $3,616 -2.4% | $402,200 |
| 2021 | $3,705 +1.4% | -- |
| 2020 | $3,655 +5% | $411,800 +4.1% |
| 2018 | $3,481 -1.4% | $395,700 +7.1% |
| 2017 | $3,532 -5.9% | $369,500 +1.8% |
| 2016 | $3,754 | $362,900 |
| 2015 | $3,754 +18.3% | -- |
| 2014 | $3,172 | $357,700 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | $2,600 -0.1% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,602 | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 56576
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Prairie Wind Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 10 mi
- 7/10Perham Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.9 mi
- 7/10Heart Of The Lake Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 10.1 mi
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- Minnesota
- Otter Tail County
- Richville
- 56576
- 38079 Dead Lake Rd






