Very rare opportunity to own a beautifully restored historic lake home on a premier point lot on Detroit Lake. Originally built in 1935 and tastefully remodeled in 2023, this 4,074 sq. ft. home blends modern, high-end finishes and amenities, with preserved historic charm. The extensive interior and exterior renovation included all new plumbing, HVAC, and electrical while maintaining some of the character of the original home.
The property features 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, offering ample space for both everyday living and entertaining. Situated on approximately ½ acre with an impressive 271 feet of shoreline, this rare point setting provides panoramic lake views with both sunrise and sunset vistas.
Located just minutes from the heart of Detroit Lakes, the home offers convenient access to the city park, public beach, restaurants, shopping, and medical facilities while still enjoying a peaceful lakeside setting. The property also features city water and sewer services.
A truly unique Detroit Lake property offering exceptional shoreline, stunning views, and modern updates in a timeless lake home.
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Price cut: $50K (8/4)
$2,099,000
611 N Shore Dr, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
5beds
4,074sqft
Single Family
Built in 1935
0.54 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$515/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 182 days
- 829
- 22
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nathaniel Hunter 701-866-4159,
HomeSmart Adventure Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7030879
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Upper
Mud room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, In-Floor Heating
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,074
- Total interior livable area: 4,074 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,074
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Panoramic
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Bottom(Sand, Soft)
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 271
Lot
- Size: 0.54 Acres
Details
- Foundation area: 1939
- Parcel number: 492514001
- Zoning description: Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Smiths Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Detroit Lakes
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $515/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,938,000
- Annual tax amount: $21,696
- Date on market: 3/12/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2026 | Price change | $2,099,000-2.3%$515/sqft |
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| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $2,149,000-2.3%$527/sqft |
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| 6/29/2026 | Price change | $2,199,000-2.2%$540/sqft |
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| 6/18/2026 | Price change | $2,249,000-2.2%$552/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $2,299,000-2.1%$564/sqft |
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| 5/19/2026 | Price change | $2,349,000-6%$577/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,499,000+163.1%$613/sqft |
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| 5/5/2021 | Sold | $950,000-5%$233/sqft |
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| 9/10/2020 | Price change | $999,999-9.1%$245/sqft |
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| 6/17/2020 | Price change | $1,100,000-8.3%$270/sqft |
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| 5/13/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+9.1%$295/sqft |
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| 11/16/2018 | Listing removed | $1,100,000$270/sqft |
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| 7/30/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000$270/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,696 +14.2% | $1,938,000 +1.3% |
| 2024 | $18,990 +26% | $1,912,500 +14.3% |
| 2023 | $15,074 -5.8% | $1,673,600 +33.9% |
| 2022 | $15,998 +10% | $1,249,600 +3.7% |
| 2021 | $14,546 -7.2% | $1,205,500 +9.5% |
| 2020 | $15,674 +3.9% | $1,101,200 -5.4% |
| 2019 | $15,090 | $1,164,200 +8.3% |
| 2018 | $15,090 +24.3% | $1,075,000 +11.1% |
| 2017 | $12,136 +6.7% | $967,900 +9.7% |
| 2016 | $11,378 -6.6% | $882,600 -10.3% |
| 2015 | $12,178 -4% | $984,300 +11.4% |
| 2014 | $12,684 +12.5% | $883,900 |
| 2012 | $11,270 +3.9% | -- |
| 2011 | $10,848 +12.1% | -- |
| 2010 | $9,680 | -- |
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