Charming Lake Ida Retreat with Endless Potential. Nestled on a serene stretch of 416' of shoreline, this solidly built 3-bedroom, 2-bath lake home offers stunning water views and a rare opportunity to create your dream retreat. Situated on 12.49 acre lot with mature trees, nature and direct lake access, the property boasts excellent bones, a functional layout, and quality construction throughout.
Step inside to discover spacious living areas filled with natural light, a fireplace perfect for cozy evenings, and large windows that frame panoramic views of the lake. The kitchen and baths, while functional, are ready for your modern updates and personal touch.
Outside, enjoy peaceful mornings on the deck, launch your kayak from the private dock, or entertain guests in the beautifully natural setting. With a little vision and some updates, this lakeside gem can be transformed into a luxurious getaway or full-time residence.
The bunkhouse provides extra sleeping for all of your family & friends.
Don't miss the convenience of electricity to the dock, a lake pump with an integrated sprinkler system for easy lawn care, and a fish cleaning station in the garage for the avid angler. Spend your days on the water, then retreat to comfort and tranquility surrounded by nature.
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to own expansive lakefront acreage with all the features to enjoy Minnesota lake life at its best!
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$790,000
8048 Lake Ida Way NW, Alexandria, MN 56308
3beds
2,928sqft
Single Family
Built in 1978
12.49 Acres Lot
$856,400 Zestimate®
$270/sqft
$2,741 Estimated rent
Home value
$856,400
$771,000 - $959,000
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Expansive lakefront acreagePrivate dockStunning water viewsDirect lake accessLarge windowsNatural lightMature trees
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Listed by:
Susan F Palmquist 320-223-0762,
Edina Realty, Inc.
Bought with:
Amy Doherty
Central MN Realty LLC
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6726267
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Lower
Deck
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Basement: Egress Window(s),Finished,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,928
- Total interior livable area: 2,928 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,464
- Finished area below ground: 1,464
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Detached Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions (24 32)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Bottom(Sand, Soft)
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 416
Lot
- Size: 12.49 Acres
- Dimensions: 416 544 1312 331 482 331
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Guest House, Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1464
- Parcel number: 240681000
- Zoning description: Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Rented
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alexandria
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $270/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $726,800
- Annual tax amount: $3,122
- Date on market: 5/24/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 138 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | Sold | $790,000-4.2%$270/sqft |
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| 10/8/2025 | Pending sale | $825,000$282/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Price change | $825,000-8.2%$282/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6726267 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2025 | Price change | $899,000-5.1%$307/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6726267 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $947,000+4520.4%$323/sqft |
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| 2/28/2005 | Sold | $20,496$7/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,122 +32.7% | $726,800 +5.7% |
| 2024 | $2,352 +14.6% | $687,800 +20.6% |
| 2023 | $2,052 -1% | $570,200 +10.1% |
| 2022 | $2,072 +14.6% | $517,900 +17.4% |
| 2021 | $1,808 +3.4% | $441,300 +8% |
| 2020 | $1,748 +5.6% | $408,800 +2.3% |
| 2019 | $1,656 -63.6% | $399,600 +1.2% |
| 2018 | $4,552 +3.5% | $394,700 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $4,400 -2.5% | $388,100 |
| 2015 | $4,514 | -- |
| 2014 | -- | $371,600 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | $4,052 -5.9% | -- |
| 2010 | $4,308 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 56308
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