Welcome to your country retreat! This meticulously maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath rambler is set in a peaceful location surrounded by towering pines, offering the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to the Foothills State Forest and Spider Lake ATV Trails, providing endless opportunities for recreation just minutes from your door.
The home features an oversized heated and insulated garage, plus an additional pole building with lean-to for all your storage and hobby needs. The beautifully landscaped yard showcases a paver stone patio, front deck, and abundant wildlife viewing right from the comfort of home.
Inside, you’ll find a spacious kitchen, main-floor laundry, and a relaxing jetted jacuzzi tub. The lower level is beautifully finished with a cozy tongue-and-groove family room, perfect for gatherings. Comfort is ensured with in-floor heat and a wood boiler with off-peak dual fuel efficiency.
From top to bottom, this home is exceptionally clean, tidy, and in excellent condition—truly move-in ready. Don’t miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind property where comfort, nature, and recreation come together
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$299,900
7949 12th St SW, Backus, MN 56435
4beds
2,588sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
2.41 Acres Lot
$307,600 Zestimate®
$116/sqft
$2,592 Estimated rent
Home value
$307,600
Estimated sales range
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Cozy tongue-and-groove family roomBeautifully landscaped yardRelaxing jetted jacuzzi tubSpacious kitchenPaver stone patioMain-floor laundrySurrounded by towering pines
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Listed by:
Kari Crimmins 218-232-2237,
North Pointe Realty Advantage
Bought with:
Christopher Michael Mattson
Realty ONE Group Choice
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6777990
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x12
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x12
Office
- Level: Lower
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Heating
- Boiler, Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Hot Water
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Features
- Basement: Block,Egress Window(s),Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,588
- Total interior livable area: 2,588 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,344
- Finished area below ground: 1,244
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
- Garage spaces: 4
- Details: Garage Dimensions (28 x 48 and 20 x 24)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 2.41 Acres
- Dimensions: 300 x 350
- Features: Tree Coverage - Heavy
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Building
- Foundation area: 1344
- Parcel number: 250232205
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Electric, Wood
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
- Water: Drilled, Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Backus
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $116/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $233,500
- Annual tax amount: $768
- Date on market: 8/26/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 16 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2025 | Sold | $299,900$116/sqft |
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| 9/12/2025 | Pending sale | $299,900$116/sqft |
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| 8/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900+114.4%$116/sqft |
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| 4/25/2017 | Sold | $139,900$54/sqft |
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| 1/10/2017 | Price change | $139,900-4.1%$54/sqft |
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| 11/4/2016 | Price change | $145,900-2.7%$56/sqft |
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| 8/13/2016 | Listed for sale | $149,900-8.9%$58/sqft |
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| 1/19/2016 | Listing removed | $164,500$64/sqft |
Source: Brainerd - WEICHERT, REALTORS - Tower Properties #4592731 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2015 | Price change | $164,500-5.7%$64/sqft |
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| 5/3/2015 | Listed for sale | $174,500+58.8%$67/sqft |
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| 7/23/2009 | Sold | $109,900-50.7%$42/sqft |
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| 1/21/2009 | Sold | $223,109$86/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $768 -12.5% | $233,500 -8.8% |
| 2024 | $878 +24% | $256,100 |
| 2023 | $708 -24.2% | $256,100 +22.9% |
| 2022 | $934 +4.7% | $208,400 +23.5% |
| 2021 | $892 -6.9% | $168,700 +5.6% |
| 2020 | $958 +10.1% | $159,700 +17.7% |
| 2019 | $870 +16.9% | $135,700 +13.9% |
| 2018 | $744 | $119,100 |
| 2017 | -- | $119,100 |
| 2016 | $698 | -- |
| 2015 | $698 +49.1% | -- |
| 2014 | $468 +33% | -- |
| 2013 | $352 | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $290 -27.5% | $113,700 -7.7% |
| 2008 | $400 | $123,200 |
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Neighborhood: 56435
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- 4/10Pine River-Backus Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 14.1 mi
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