Welcome to Bowstring Shores, where lake living meets opportunity. Cabin twelve is a fully furnished, 8-bedroom, 3-bathroom cabin conveniently located near the boat access. This could either be a year-round home, or a turnkey cabin getaway with built-in income potential, great for large family gatherings. Located on highly sought-after Bowstring Lake, one of northern Minnesota’s premier fishing lakes, this newly developed common interest community offers a unique ownership experience. Enjoy your time at the lake when you want it, and take advantage of a professionally managed rental program when you are not using the property. This allows owners the ability to generate income and offset expenses while maintaining a low-maintenance, hands-off ownership experience. Bowstring Lake spans nearly 10,000 acres and is well known for its excellent fishing, including walleye, northern pike, and panfish. The property also benefits from the deepest and most accessible private landing on the lake, accommodating a wide range of watercraft, including larger boats. Surrounded by the Chippewa National Forest, the area offers year-round recreation with nearby trails, hunting land, and outdoor activities. Each cabin within Bowstring Shores offers its own unique layout and character, while sharing the benefits of lake access, functional design, and the classic Up North cabin feel buyers are looking for. Common amenities include dock access, pool, laundry facilities, and maintained shared spaces, all designed to simplify ownership and enhance the overall experience. Whether you are searching for a personal retreat, a fishing basecamp, or an investment opportunity, this property offers a rare combination of all three in one setting. Multiple units available with varying sizes, layouts, and price points.
Active
$315,000
49231 County Road 173 Cabin 12, Deer River, MN 56636
8beds
1,688sqft
Single Family
Built in 1960
2,614 Square Feet Lot
$296,800 Zestimate®
$187/sqft
$666/mo HOA
What's special
Functional designUnique layout and characterLake accessLaundry facilitiesDock access
- 93 days |
- 242 |
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dan Nielsen 218-996-9032,
Real Broker,LLC
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7076254
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x18
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x18
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,688
- Total interior livable area: 1,688 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,688
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Open
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Heated, Shared
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: West
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Bottom(Rocky)
Lot
- Size: 2,614 Square Feet
- Features: Accessible Shoreline
Details
- Foundation area: 1128
- Parcel number: 094450150
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Green Roof,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, Power Company: Northern Itasca Electric
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bowstring Maples
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Boat Slip, Boat Dock
- Services included: Dock, Hazard Insurance, Internet, Lawn Care, Other, Parking, Professional Mgmt, Sanitation, Security System, Sewer, Shared Amenities, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $666 monthly
- HOA name: Bowstring SHores
- HOA phone: 218-256-6150
Location
- Region: Deer River
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $187/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $818
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 70 days
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
$296,800
$279,000 - $312,000
$2,280/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $315,000$187/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 56636
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10King Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 16.4 mi
- 4/10Deer River SecondaryGrades: 6-12Distance: 16 mi
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