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  • Price cut: $100K (7/22)
    $1,300,000

    8272 Sugar Sand Ln NW, Alexandria, MN 56308

    6beds
    5,072sqft
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    $8,026/mo
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    Single Family
    Built in 1996
    1.3 Acres Lot
    $1,244,000 Zestimate®
    $256/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Panoramic viewsBreathtaking viewsBright welcoming atmosphereStunning lake viewsLarge windows throughoutNatural lightExpansive lakeside deck
    Welcome to your dream Lake Ida home, where breathtaking views and effortless lakeside living come together. Situated on a picture perfect 1.36 acre lot with a stretch of 106 feet of flat, sandy shoreline, this exceptional property offers the perfect setting for swimming, boating, and creating unforgettable memories on the water. The expansive lakeside deck is the ultimate gathering space, providing panoramic views and the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind with family and friends in the evening. Inside, you'll find 6 spacious bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, offering plenty of room for guests. The kitchen truly serves as the heart of the home, this custom home was thoughtfully designed to bring everyone together while remaining connected to the surrounding living and dining spaces. Large windows throughout flood the home with natural light, showcasing stunning lake views and creating a bright, welcoming atmosphere. The walk-out basement extends your living space and provides seamless access to the backyard and shoreline, making indoor-outdoor living effortless. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, a vacation retreat, or the perfect place to entertain, this remarkable home on Lake Ida offers the ideal combination of comfort, space, and an unbeatable waterfront lifestyle. This beautiful home is located on the often referred to Gold Coast of Lake Ida. It is located 1 mile north of our own number one rated Minnesota's Carlos Creek Winery with its popular weekly entertainment and social venues. This amazing home is also located just down from our newest Pilgrim Point County Park with its expansive coastline of sandy beaches, picnic areas and newly added pier that juts out into sandy Lake Ida and allows lake lovers to see fish and wild lake life in real time. We are conveniently located 8 miles from town, 2 blocks off of County Road 34 on tarred road - so easy to get to! Another natural beauty is one of the largest strands of birch trees that accentuate this property on both sides of the home. The gold, yellow and red sugar maples in the front yard are an attraction to many visitors looking for beautiful fall tree colors! The sunsets are breathtaking...night after night natural beauty, worthy of picture framing at your fingertips! Lake Ida is one of the clearest lakes in the county. Reported clarity measurements of 18 feet are not unusual for this lake. Swimming, fishing and boating recreation are at its finest here. Don't pass up this life changing opportunity for a life long investment that will only continue to increase in value!
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    Listed by:

    Bobbi Jo & Joey Crouse 320-762-1111,

    Counselor Realty Inc of Alex

    Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7088310MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 238 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17 x 14
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 144 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 x 12
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 143 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 x 11
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 126 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 x 9
      Bedroom 5
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 240 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 x 16
      Bedroom 6
      • Level: Lower
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 182 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 x 13
      Family room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 104 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8 x 13
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 169 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 x 13
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 462 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 x 33
      Mud room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 78 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 x 6
      Porch
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 280 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14 x 20
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
      Features
      • Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 5,072
      • Total interior livable area: 5,072 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,792
      • Finished area below ground: 2,280

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Details: Garage Dimensions (26 28)
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Lake
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Lake
      • Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront Elevation(0-4), Lake Bottom(Excellent Sand)
      • Frontage length: Water Frontage: 106
      Lot
      • Size: 1.3 Acres
      • Dimensions: 133 525 106 483
      Details
      • Foundation area: 2792
      • Parcel number: 240428200
      • Zoning description: Residential-Single Family

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family
      Materials
      • Foundation: Wood
      • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1996

      Utilities & green energy

      • Gas: Propane
      • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Velde-Gustad Park
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Alexandria

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $256/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,050,000
      • Annual tax amount: $8,470
      • Date on market: 6/7/2026

        Estimated market value

        $1,244,000

        $1.18M - $1.31M

        $4,307/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/22/2026Price change$1,300,000-7.1%$256/sqft
        Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7088310 Report a problem
        6/8/2026Listed for sale$1,400,000$276/sqft
        Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7088310 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$8,120 -2.1%$1,050,000 +9.5%
        2024$8,294 +2.2%$959,200 +5.8%
        2023$8,114 -0.4%$907,000 +9.9%
        2022$8,148 -0.4%$825,600 +16.5%
        2021$8,180 -1.1%$708,500 +8.4%
        2020$8,272 +5.1%$653,500 +1.9%
        2019$7,872 +5.2%$641,400 +1.7%
        2018$7,480 +3.1%$630,500
        2015$7,256 --
        2014-- $577,700
        2013-- --
        2012-- --
        2011$6,540 +0.1%--
        2010$6,536 --
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        Neighborhood: 56308

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