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    • Price cut: $15K (7/21)
    $759,900

    43801 Sylvia Valley Rd, Melrose, MN 56352

    4beds
    2,219sqft
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    $4,754/mo
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    Single Family
    Built in 1960
    18 Acres Lot
    $734,800 Zestimate®
    $342/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    This stunning, must-see lake home offers approximately 18 acres of private, secluded land with prime hunting opportunities on highly sought-after Little Birch Lake. This clean, in-demand lake is conveniently located just 45 minutes from St. Cloud and Alexandria, and only 90 minutes from the Twin Cities metro area. This is the perfect place to create lasting memories. The home features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, providing plenty of space for family and guests. Adley Creek flows through the property, and you can watch fish spawning right from your patio, just 30 feet from the water. Situated on the southeast end of Little Birch Lake, the property also includes the scenic DNR dam, where water flows into Sylvia Lake—an absolutely beautiful and unique feature. Multiple outbuildings offer ample storage. One newer building is heated and includes a bathroom, adding extra functionality and comfort. The property is being sold with docks and appliances included. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a truly special lake property.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Brandon Kelly 320-491-6107,

    Central MN Realty LLC,

    Matthew A Imdieke 320-420-1295

    Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7042214MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 425 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 25 x 17
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 x 10
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 132 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 x 11
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 345 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 23 x 15
      Primary bathroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12x10
      Bathroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 72 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 x 8
      Bathroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 45 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 x 5
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 414 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 23 x 18
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 414 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 23 x 18
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 63.2 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 7.9x8
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 364 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 28 x 13
      Walk in closet
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 55 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 5.5x10
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Fireplace(s), Radiator
      Cooling
      • Wall Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Osmosis System, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Main Level, Sink
      Features
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 384
      • Total interior livable area: 2,219 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,219
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached Garage, Gravel, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      • Details: Garage Dimensions (22x24), Garage Door Height (7), Garage Door Width (16)
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Doors 36"+
      Features
      • Levels: One and One Half
      • Stories: 1.5
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Lake, See Remarks
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Lake
      • Waterfront features: Creek/Stream, Dock, Lake Front, Lake Bottom(Gravel, Hard, Reeds, Sand, Soft, Wetland)
      Lot
      • Size: 18 Acres
      • Features: Additional Land Available, Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Heavy
      Details
      • Additional structures: Garage(s)
      • Foundation area: 1835
      • Parcel number: 21122250000
      • Zoning description: Residential-Single Family

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family
      Materials
      • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Metal,Pitched
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1960

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Power Company: Stearns Electric Association
      • Gas: Electric, Propane
      • Sewer: Mound Septic, Private Sewer
      • Water: Drilled, Private, Well

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Melrose

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $342/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $590,500
      • Annual tax amount: $4,430
      • Date on market: 4/6/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 295 days
      • Road surface type: Unimproved

        Estimated market value

        $734,800

        $698,000 - $772,000

        $2,640/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/21/2026Price change$759,900-1.9%$342/sqft
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        4/6/2026Listed for sale$774,900$349/sqft
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        10/1/2025Listing removed$774,900$349/sqft
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        8/12/2025Pending sale$774,900$349/sqft
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        4/6/2025Listed for sale$774,900$349/sqft
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        3/27/2025Listing removed$774,900$349/sqft
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        10/21/2024Listed for sale$774,900$349/sqft
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        10/10/2024Listing removed$774,900$349/sqft
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        4/19/2024Listed for sale$774,900-3.1%$349/sqft
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        4/12/2024Listing removed--
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        2/18/2024Listed for sale$799,900$360/sqft
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        2/10/2024Listing removed--
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        7/17/2023Listed for sale$799,900-11.1%$360/sqft
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        6/16/2023Listing removed--
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        1/17/2023Price change$899,900-17.8%$406/sqft
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        9/16/2022Listed for sale$1,095,000$493/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,272 +9.4%$590,500 +8.5%
        2024$3,904 +22.5%$544,300 +27.7%
        2023$3,186 -10.6%$426,400 +9.1%
        2022$3,562 $391,000
        2021$3,562 +28.9%$391,000 +41.8%
        2020$2,764 $275,800 -1.7%
        2019$2,764 +9.1%$280,600 +8.9%
        2018$2,534 -1.9%$257,600 +0.2%
        2017$2,582 +6%$257,000
        2016$2,436 --
        2015$2,436 --
        2014$2,436 -8.8%--
        2013$2,670 -4.2%--
        2012$2,788 +7.2%--
        2011$2,600 +2.1%--
        2010$2,546 -2.5%--
        2009$2,612 +18.5%--
        2008$2,204 +17.1%--
        2007$1,882 -8.6%--
        2006$2,058 +26.7%--
        2005$1,624 +12.5%--
        2003$1,443 +19%--
        2002$1,213 -24%--
        2001$1,597 -5.9%--
        2000$1,697 --
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