Discover the ultimate in Lake Cowdry living at this executive lakefront retreat, a truly cherished prize possession, fully renovated for the ultimate lake experience. Enjoy a prime Alexandria location just outside city limits, offering privacy, serenity, and unparalleled convenience to the Central Lakes Bike Trail, Brophy Park, and town amenities. Featuring 116 feet of pristine lakeshore, this property boasts ample shoreline with a hard, sandy bottom and deep waters perfect for water skiing, tubing, and fishing. This is lakefront living at its best. The home has been thoughtfully updated and impeccably maintained, resulting in the ultimate lake experience. Inside, this home offers a desirable 4-bedroom, 2-full-bathroom layout, featuring a roomy, open-concept floor plan and large living spaces. Three spacious bedrooms are thoughtfully placed on the main level, all flooded with stunning panoramic lake views. The open-concept living and dining areas create a warm and inviting space, complete with beautiful new floors and a remarkable fireplace. Additionally, the open and airy kitchen is newly remodeled and features fantastic appliances. The entire house has new, extremely pleasing paint, new light fixtures, and new finishes throughout. Wait till you see the living room fireplace. The entire lower level expands the home's functionality and living space. This walkout basement level features a wonderfully inviting family room and adds the highly desirable fourth bedroom, which is generously sized to easily accommodate a king-size bed with extra space. An updated second bathroom and a convenient dedicated laundry area complete this superb living space. The shoreline is protected by all new riprap, complemented by a new chain-link fence and brand-new stairs leading directly to the lake. Additional recent improvements include a new furnace installed in 2022, a new A/C unit in 2023, and a new roof completed in 2024, giving buyers added peace of mind for years to come. You decide—year-round home or cabin getaway? Don’t miss the opportunity to own a piece of paradise on Lake Cowdry. Schedule a tour today!
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Price cut: $24.9K (6/22)
$625,000
524 E Lake Cowdry Rd NW, Alexandria, MN 56308
4beds
2,588sqft
Single Family
Built in 1975
0.44 Acres Lot
$614,000 Zestimate®
$241/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 50 days |
- 1,707 |
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Listed by:
Kassia Lueck 320-491-1627,
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Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7073418
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x9
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x19
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x9
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x14
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x17
Hearth room
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x13
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Humidifier
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Egress Window(s),Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Masonry, Gas, Living Room, Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,708
- Total interior livable area: 2,588 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,480
- Finished area below ground: 1,108
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Asphalt, Concrete, Electric, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Side Porch
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Bottom(Sand)
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 116
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Dimensions: 104 181 116 163
Details
- Additional structures: Sauna
- Foundation area: 1480
- Parcel number: 270695000
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Service - 60 Amp, 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: Drilled, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Aud Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $241/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $508,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,152
- Date on market: 5/13/2026
Estimated market value
$614,000
$583,000 - $645,000
$2,362/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/22/2026 | Price change | $625,000-3.8%$241/sqft |
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| 6/10/2026 | Price change | $649,900-2.3%$251/sqft |
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| 5/29/2026 | Price change | $665,000-2.9%$257/sqft |
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| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $685,000+48.9%$265/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7073418 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2021 | Sold | $460,000+5.5%$178/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6074324 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2021 | Pending sale | $435,888$168/sqft |
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| 8/22/2021 | Listed for sale | $435,888+98.1%$168/sqft |
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| 1/7/2021 | Sold | $220,000$85/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,102 +3.1% | $508,000 +3.8% |
| 2024 | $3,980 +5% | $489,300 +10.8% |
| 2023 | $3,792 +75.9% | $441,700 +8.7% |
| 2022 | $2,156 +2.2% | $406,300 +81.1% |
| 2021 | $2,110 -1.1% | $224,400 +5.5% |
| 2020 | $2,134 +6.3% | $212,700 +1.2% |
| 2019 | $2,008 +7.3% | $210,100 +3.3% |
| 2018 | $1,872 +7.1% | $203,300 +5.2% |
| 2017 | $1,748 -3.3% | $193,200 +6.5% |
| 2016 | $1,808 -14.1% | $181,487 |
| 2015 | $2,104 | -- |
| 2014 | -- | $204,700 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | $2,194 -0.5% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,206 | -- |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 56308
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Lincoln Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.9 mi
- 6/10Discovery Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 8/10Alexandria Area High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.2 mi
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- Douglas County
- Alexandria
- 56308
- 524 E Lake Cowdry Rd NW
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