Tucked away on peaceful 129-acre Rainy lake, this 5-bedroom, 2-bath home offers space, privacy, and endless potential. Built in 1991 on a 1-acre lot with 155 ft. of frontage, the property features a gradual slope to the water and a quiet wooded setting. The main level includes a spacious living room with a brick wood-burning fireplace, lakeside kitchen with natural wood cabinetry and updated appliances, 2 bedrooms, full bath, laundry room. The upper level offers 3 bedrooms, full bath, and a versatile landing with built-in office space. The walkout lower with a large screened porch overlooking the lake with a second fireplace and plenty of unfinished space for future expansion. Additional features include a detached 2-stall garage, paved driveway with turnaround, wood siding exterior, and great privacy. Rainy Lake is perfect for fishing, boating, and relaxation. While the home is move-in ready, a few updates will make it shine even brighter.
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
1 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Christopher Mattson• Realty ONE Group Choice
Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Lot Size Area: 1
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 152.84X197X155X310
Road Frontage Type: Paved Streets, Township
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $66
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,654
Tax Year: 2025
Tax With Assessments: $1,720
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Private Sewer
Fuel: Propane
Location
School Information
High School District: Pine River-Backus
School District Number: 1065
School District Phone: 2185874720
Location Information
Directions: Head N. in Backus on MN Hwy 371. Turn Right onto MN-87 for 2.2 miles. Turn Left onto Rainy Lake Rd NW for .5 miles to property on the Right.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,344
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Cass County
APN: 34-022-4201
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2344
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 1344
Building Area Total: 2344
Foundation Dimensions: 42X32
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Pine River-Backus Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 8.3mi
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Pine River-Backus High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 8.2mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 3.1 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$434,000 – $525,000
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