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Price cut: $34K (10/14)

$595,000

45180 State Highway 38, Bigfork, MN 56657

3beds

2,554sqft

$3,809/mo

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Single Family

Built in 1976

4.07 Acres Lot

$585,500 Zestimate^®

$233/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Glowing wood accentsAuthentic log homeWarm log wallsCozy rec roomThoughtfully remodeled kitchen

Escape to the Northwoods in this charming, authentic log home on the pristine shores of Caribou Lake. Located at 45180 State Hwy 38 in Marcell, MN, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom property perfectly blends rustic character with modern updates. Inside, the warm log walls and glowing wood accents create a peaceful retreat. The main floor features a thoughtfully remodeled kitchen, making meal prep a breeze. Downstairs, the updated lower level includes a cozy rec room with a convenient walkout, providing easy access to the backyard and beach. Large windows throughout frame beautiful, clear-water views and fill the home with natural light. Outside, a gentle slope leads you right to the water's edge for fishing and swimming. The property also features a practical 2-stall garage equipped with an insulated workshop, perfect for projects and gear storage. Nestled among mature trees for excellent privacy, this classic cabin is the ultimate gateway to lake life.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 264 Square Feet
Dimensions: 22 x 12

Bedroom 2

Level: Upper
Area: 231 Square Feet
Dimensions: 21 x 11

Bedroom 3

Level: Lower
Area: 144 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12 x 12

Bathroom

Level: Main
Area: 56 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8 x 7

Bathroom

Level: Lower
Area: 25 Square Feet
Dimensions: 5 x 5

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 120 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12 x 10

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 168 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14 x 12

Laundry

Level: Lower
Area: 270 Square Feet
Dimensions: 18 x 15

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 308 Square Feet
Dimensions: 22 x 14

Recreation room

Level: Lower
Area: 703 Square Feet
Dimensions: 37 x 19

Heating

Baseboard, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Laundry: Lower Level

Features

Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Gas

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,391
Total interior livable area: 2,554 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,311
Finished area below ground: 1,243

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached Garage
Garage spaces: 2
Details: Garage Dimensions (26 x 40)

Accessibility

Accessibility features: None

Features

Levels: One and One Half
Stories: 1.5
Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
Has view: Yes
View description: Bay, East, Lake
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Bay,Lake
Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront Elevation(10-15), Lake Bottom(Sand, Soft)
Frontage length: Water Frontage: 910

Lot

Size: 4.07 Acres
Dimensions: 910 x 468 x 700 x 120
Features: Irregular Lot, Property Adjoins Public Land, Tree Coverage - Medium

Details

Additional structures: Garage(s)
Foundation area: 1080
Parcel number: 660044330
Zoning description: Residential-Single Family

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family

Materials

Block, Log
Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Metal

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1976

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Power Company: Northern Itasca Electric
Gas: Propane
Sewer: Mound Septic, Private Sewer
Water: Drilled, Private

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Bigfork

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $233/sqft
Tax assessed value: $411,300
Annual tax amount: $4,419
Date on market: 9/23/2026

Estimated market value

$585,500

$556,000 - $615,000

$2,424/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/14/2026	Price change	$595,000-5.4%$233/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7148173 Report a problem
10/2/2026	Price change	$629,000-1.7%$246/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7148173 Report a problem
9/23/2026	Listed for sale	$640,000+184.4%$251/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7148173 Report a problem
12/28/2018	Sold	$225,000+603.1%$88/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5314463 Report a problem
10/31/2017	Sold	$32,000$13/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,369 +16.2%	$411,300 +1.5%
2024	$3,759 +0.2%	$405,400 -3.5%
2023	$3,753 -0.1%	$420,200
2022	$3,757 +13.5%	--
2021	$3,311 +2.3%	--
2020	$3,235 +3.4%	--
2019	$3,129 -13.5%	--
2018	$3,617 +14%	--
2017	$3,174 -10.8%	--
2016	$3,560	--
2015	$3,560 +10%	--
2014	$3,236	--
2013	--	--
2012	--	--
2011	--	--
2010	--	--