Experience high-end, turn-key, low-maintenance lake living on beautiful Forest Lake. This exceptional home offers breathtaking water views from nearly every room on the open-concept main level, featuring hand-rubbed hardwood floors, a cozy gas fireplace, and rich Knotty Alder doors and trim throughout.
The gourmet kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, showcasing granite countertops, custom Knotty Alder cabinetry, a built-in KitchenAid refrigerator, Thermador combination oven/microwave/warmer drawer, JennAir four-burner gas cooktop, Sub-Zero wine cooler, and a Fisher & Paykel double-drawer dishwasher.
Upstairs, you'll find a spacious secondary bedroom and a luxurious owner's suite with stunning lake views, arched doorways, heated tile floors, a spa-inspired bathroom, and an oversized walk-in tiled shower. Step onto your private lakefront deck each morning to enjoy spectacular sunrises over the water. The upper level also includes a full guest bathroom with a soaking tub and a convenient laundry area.
With countless quality upgrades throughout, this home offers the perfect blend of luxury and convenience. Enjoy carefree lakefront living with your own included boat slip and an ideal location that provides an easy commute to the Twin Cities while offering quick access to weekend adventures up north. This is a rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional waterfront home.
Active
$800,000
71 1st St SE, Forest Lake, MN 55025
2beds
2,000sqft
(TH) Side x Side
Built in 1984
1,698 Square Feet Lot
$781,700 Zestimate®
$400/sqft
$400/mo HOA
What's special
Hand-rubbed hardwood floorsSpa-inspired bathroomCozy gas fireplaceHeated tile floorsOversized walk-in tiled showerOpen-concept main levelPrivate lakefront deck
- 80 days
- 532
- 10
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Julia Distel 612-386-7626,
RE/MAX Results
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7107695
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x19
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x10
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x4
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x13
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x10
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, In Unit
Features
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,000
- Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Bottom(Sand)
Lot
- Size: 1,698 Square Feet
Details
- Foundation area: 870
- Parcel number: 0803221130153
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: (TH) Side x Side
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Concrete, Frame
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 150 Amp Service
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West Port
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Beach Access, Maintenance Structure, Dock, Lawn Care, Maintenance Grounds, Sanitation, Shared Amenities
- HOA fee: $400 monthly
- HOA name: West Port Homeowner's Association
- HOA phone: 612-202-8866
Location
- Region: Forest Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $400/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $412,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,046
- Date on market: 7/11/2026
Estimated market value
$781,700
$743,000 - $821,000
$2,376/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $800,000$400/sqft |
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| 7/10/2026 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/9/2026 | Price change | $800,000+1.9%$400/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $785,000+0.9%$393/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/29/2024 | Listed for sale | $778,000+8.2%$389/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $719,000-1.5%$360/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $729,900+143.3%$365/sqft |
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| 12/17/2003 | Sold | $300,000$150/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,430 +5.9% | $403,000 -0.8% |
| 2024 | $4,182 +9.2% | $406,100 +8.6% |
| 2023 | $3,830 +9% | $374,000 +26.4% |
| 2022 | $3,514 +2.5% | $296,000 -3.2% |
| 2021 | $3,428 +2.5% | $305,700 +7.4% |
| 2020 | $3,346 | $284,700 |
| 2019 | $3,346 | $284,700 +4.2% |
| 2018 | $3,346 +2.4% | $273,100 +5.6% |
| 2017 | $3,266 +10.9% | $258,500 +4.4% |
| 2016 | $2,946 +2.5% | $247,600 +11.5% |
| 2015 | $2,874 | $222,100 +8.3% |
| 2013 | $2,874 +10% | $205,000 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $2,612 | $203,100 -12.6% |
| 2011 | $2,612 -13.9% | $232,500 -28% |
| 2010 | $3,032 +0.1% | $323,000 |
| 2009 | $3,028 +16.6% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,598 +16.5% | -- |
| 2007 | $2,230 -1.9% | -- |
| 2006 | $2,274 +10.1% | -- |
| 2005 | $2,065 +17.4% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,759 +1.5% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,733 +6.2% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,632 -20.5% | -- |
| 2001 | $2,052 | -- |
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