OFF MARKET

Off market nov 2017 for $109K

$253,181

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $761/mo

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2987 Highway 87 NW, Backus, MN 56435

About this home

This is the perfect north woods escape! A spacious home nestled on 5 wooded acres with deeded access to the lake is a true gem. Over sized bedrooms, big living room, large kitchen, and sprawling patio will allow you to easily entertain or simply stretch your legs. A modern kitchen with an abundance of counter space will make any cook smile. Relax by the fire pit, go for a walk in the woods, or spend some time out on the lake, the options are enticing.

Single-familyProperty Type

1987Year Built

5 acresLot Size

1 car garageParking

Listed by • Edina Realty, Inc

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•Source:NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4849257

Redfin Estimate

$253,181

$143K since sold in November 2017$1,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 23.1% lower than the average sale price ($329K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAR 13, 2026
$380,500
A
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
2300 Rice Portage Trl NW, Backus, MN 56435
SOLD SEP 22, 2026
$306,000
B
3 beds1 bath— sq ft
4092 Clough Rd, Pine River, MN 56474
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$324,900
C
3 beds1 bath— sq ft
3895 Division St W, Backus, MN 56435
SOLD SEP 21, 2026
$172,900
D
3 beds1 bath— sq ft
951 Swede Lake Trl SW, Backus, MN 56435
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$575,000
E
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
1375 Smith Dr NW, Pine River, MN 56474
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$215,000
F
3 beds1 bath— sq ft
2069 24th St SW, Pine River, MN 56474

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$2,041/mo

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Market trends in 56435, MN

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

96.5%

+1.1% MoM

Median sale price

$360K

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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Sale history for 2987 Highway 87 NW

Date

Event

Price

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4849257

Nov 9, 2017

Sold

$109,900

Oct 30, 2017

Pending

—

Oct 13, 2017

Contingent

—

Oct 13, 2017

Relisted

—

Aug 31, 2017

Contingent

—

Jun 30, 2017

Listed

$109,900

Public Records

May 1, 2006

Sold

$126,250

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4246531

May 5, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Mar 1, 2006

Listed

$127,500

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1506654

Nov 30, 2001

Listing Removed

—

Jun 8, 2000

Listed

$89,900

Public Records

Oct 1, 1993

Sold

$16,587

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$774 (+11.2%)

$64,343 + $80,511

$144,854

2025

$696 (−1.4%)

$63,787 + $76,053

$139,840

2024

$706 (+9.0%)

$58,571 + $88,944

$147,515

2023

$648 (−2.7%)

$45,875 + $82,456

$128,331

2022

$666 (+9.9%)

$38,968 + $57,862

$96,830

2021

$606 (+2.0%)

$37,496 + $47,344

$84,840

2020

$594 (+3.5%)

$34,977 + $46,811

$81,788

2019

$574 (+2.9%)

$33,870 + $40,179

$74,049

2018

$558

$31,543 + $36,402

$67,945

Tax history for 2987 Highway 87 NW

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$774 (+11.2%)

$64,343 + $80,511

$144,854

2025

$696 (−1.4%)

$63,787 + $76,053

$139,840

2024

$706 (+9.0%)

$58,571 + $88,944

$147,515

2023

$648 (−2.7%)

$45,875 + $82,456

$128,331

2022

$666 (+9.9%)

$38,968 + $57,862

$96,830

2021

$606 (+2.0%)

$37,496 + $47,344

$84,840

2020

$594 (+3.5%)

$34,977 + $46,811

$81,788

2019

$574 (+2.9%)

$33,870 + $40,179

$74,049

2018

$558

$31,543 + $36,402

$67,945

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

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Lot depth

—

Lot size

5 Acres

Year renovated

1975

Sq. Ft.

1,300

Year built

1975

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cass County

APN

34-023-4315

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Driveway - Other Surface
Garage Spaces: 1

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Description: Main Floor Full Bath

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Family Room

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 14x14
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 16x14
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 11x11
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 16x13
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 17x11
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 14x11
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4

Basement Information
Basement Features: None

Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Informal Dining Room

Other Rooms Information
3 BR on One Level,All Living Facilities on One Level,Main Floor Laundry

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Dual
Cooling Information: None

Interior Features
Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Metal Siding
Foundation Area: 1,425
Roof: Age Over 8 Years, Metal, Pitched

Exterior Features
Fencing: None

Pool Information
Pool Features: None

Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: Deeded Access, Dock
Water Body Name: Johnson Lake (Becker Twp.)
Waterfront Num: 11061600
Lake Acres: 11
Lake Classification: Natural Environment

Property Information
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features: No Stairs Internal
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,425
Amenities: Dock,Kitchen Window,Natural Woodwork,Patio,Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Lot Information
Lot Features: Tree Coverage - Heavy
Lot Size Area: 5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 150x1450
Road Frontage Type: Paved Streets, State Road

Financial

Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $66

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $576
Tax Year: 2017
Tax With Assessments: $642

Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Drilled, Well
Sewer: Private Sewer
Fuel: Electric

Location

School Information
High School District: Pine River-Backus
School District Number: 2174
School District Phone: 218-587-4720

Location Information
Directions: Highway 371 to East on Highway 87 to property.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,300
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Cass County
APN: 34-023-4315

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Restrictions: None

Home Information
Living Area: 1425
Levels: One

Around this home

Schools

Pine River-Backus Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 7.9mi

4/10

Pine River-Backus High School

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 7.9mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

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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

Backus, MN • 56435

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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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 U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$241,000 – $292,000

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Home values near 2987 Highway 87 NW

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3108 State 87 Northwest, Backus, MN - Beds \| - Baths \| 784 Sq. Ft.	$341,067
1056 W Big Portage Lake Drive Northwest, Backus, MN - Beds \| - Baths \| 952 Sq. Ft.	$315,344

Address	Redfin Estimate
1072 W Big Portage Lake Drive Northwest, Backus, MN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$322,978
2981 Greenwood Lane Northwest, Backus, MN - Beds \| - Baths \| 960 Sq. Ft.	$282,408

Address	Redfin Estimate
1028 W Big Portage Lake Drive Northwest, Backus, MN 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$345,671
1063 W Big Portage Lake Drive Northwest, Backus, MN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$270,342

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