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Off market mar 2018 for $193K

$526,462

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3538 2nd St NW, Backus, MN 56435

About this home

Rare chance to own frontage both river and lake. Perfect outpost for sportsman or nature lover. House is large enough for group & has tons of character. Old time knotty pine. Rough cut cedar shelves in library. Loft. Grill steaks indoors while looking out over lake. Huge master suite. Several patio doors lead to deck or patio. New water heater. Abuts 100s of acres of Co land. Excellent hunting. Private. Priced well below tax value.DNR interested in conservation easement Offset purchase price

Single-familyProperty Type

1975Year Built

62.35 acresLot Size

Listed by • Keller Williams Realty Professionals

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•Source:NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4846542

Redfin Estimate

$526,462

$333K since sold in March 2018$4,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 54.4% higher than the average sale price ($341K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$290,000
A
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
3424 State 87 NW, Backus, MN 56435
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$305,000
B
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
4164 8th St SW, Backus, MN 56435
SOLD APR 23, 2026
$356,000
C
4 beds2 baths— sq ft
3851 Division St W, Backus, MN 56435
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$495,000
D
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
576 Pine Mountain Lake Rd NW, Backus, MN 56435
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$299,900
E
5 beds3 baths— sq ft
400 York St, Pine River, MN 56474
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$300,000
F
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
2790 State 87 NW, Backus, MN 56435

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Market trends in 56435, MN

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

94.6%

1.9% MoM

Median sale price

$310K

$50K MoM

Avg. days on market

69d

49 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

New listings for sale

$395,900
5 beds3 baths2,580 sq ft
2170 8th St SW, Backus, MN 56435
COMING SOON
$159,900
2 beds1 bath690 sq ft
1534 Willard Lake Rd NW, Backus, MN 56435
$165,900
2 beds1 bath672 sq ft
1391 16th St NW, Backus, MN 56435
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Sale history for 3538 2nd St NW

Date

Event

Price

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4846542

Mar 9, 2018

Sold

$193,500

Jan 22, 2018

Pending

—

Dec 27, 2017

Contingent

—

Nov 20, 2017

Price Changed

$209,000

Sep 15, 2017

Price Changed

$219,500

Aug 28, 2017

Price Changed

$225,500

Aug 9, 2017

Price Changed

$239,500

Jul 14, 2017

Price Changed

$259,900

Jun 23, 2017

Listed

$275,000

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4729212

Jan 13, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Dec 1, 2016

Price Changed

$122,500

Nov 22, 2016

Listing Removed

—

Jun 16, 2016

Listed

$125,000

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4488625

Jul 16, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Mar 15, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Jun 4, 2014

Price Changed

$275,000

Jun 4, 2014

Listed

$375,000

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4280261

Dec 1, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Oct 21, 2008

Listed

$225,000

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,462 (+7.2%)

$32,570 + $262,159

$294,729

2025

$1,364 (+4.4%)

$32,570 + $262,159

$294,729

2024

$1,306 (+3.8%)

$32,940 + $257,147

$290,087

2023

$1,258 (+2.3%)

$30,527 + $237,324

$267,851

2022

$1,230 (+8.5%)

$26,047 + $167,248

$193,295

2021

$1,134 (−0.9%)

$25,574 + $147,883

$173,457

2020

$1,144 (+6.3%)

$25,574 + $147,883

$173,457

2019

$1,076 (+10.7%)

$26,060 + $127,668

$153,728

2015

$972 (+12.0%)

$21,200 + $113,000

$134,200

2014

$868 (+6.4%)

$21,200 + $113,000

$134,200

2013

$816

$21,400 + $113,100

$134,500

Tax history for 3538 2nd St NW

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,462 (+7.2%)

$32,570 + $262,159

$294,729

2025

$1,364 (+4.4%)

$32,570 + $262,159

$294,729

2024

$1,306 (+3.8%)

$32,940 + $257,147

$290,087

2023

$1,258 (+2.3%)

$30,527 + $237,324

$267,851

2022

$1,230 (+8.5%)

$26,047 + $167,248

$193,295

2021

$1,134 (−0.9%)

$25,574 + $147,883

$173,457

2020

$1,144 (+6.3%)

$25,574 + $147,883

$173,457

2019

$1,076 (+10.7%)

$26,060 + $127,668

$153,728

2015

$972 (+12.0%)

$21,200 + $113,000

$134,200

2014

$868 (+6.4%)

$21,200 + $113,000

$134,200

2013

$816

$21,400 + $113,100

$134,500

*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

165 ft.

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.72 Acres

Year renovated

1970

Sq. Ft.

2,432

Year built

1978

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cass County

APN

34-034-2303

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Driveway - Other Surface

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Description: Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Main Floor Full Bath

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 13.5x11.5
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 19.5x17.5
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Dimensions: 8x7.5
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Dimensions: 22x11.5
Room Level: Upper

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 33.6x18
Room Level: Lower

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 15.5x13
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 15.5x11
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 19x14.5
Room Level: Main

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 13.5x12
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Library
Room Dimensions: 15.5x14
Room Level: Lower

Room 11 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 15.5x11
Room Level: Main

Room 12 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 19x14.5
Room Level: Main

Room 13 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 13.5x12
Room Level: Main

Room 14 Information
Room Type: Library
Room Dimensions: 15.5x14
Room Level: Lower

Room 15 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 19x18
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: Block, Finished, Partial, Walkout

Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Informal Dining Room,Kitchen/Dining Room

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

Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Wood Stove
Cooling Information: None

Interior Features
Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Family Room, Library, Laundry
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Area: 2,370
Roof: Asphalt, Pitched

Exterior Features
Fencing: None

Pool Information
Pool Features: None

Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front, River Front
Water Body Name: Lind
Waterfront Num: 11036700
Lake Acres: 439
Lake Bottom: Undeveloped,Wetland
Lake Classification: Recreational Development
Lake Depth: 27
Waterfront Slope: Steep
Waterfront Elevation: 15-26
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: No

Property Information
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Workshop, Storage Shed
Has Additional Parcels
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,370
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,383
Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Dock,Kitchen Window,Natural Woodwork,Patio,Porch,Tile Floors,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Washer/Dryer Hookup,Walk-In Closet

Lot Information
Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Lot Size Area: 62.35
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: irregular
Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Unpaved Streets

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,948
Tax Year: 2017
Tax With Assessments: $1,948

Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Sand Point, Well
Sewer: Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
Fuel: Electric,Propane,Wood

Location

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

Location Information
Directions: From Highway 371 N of Backus go East on Highway 87 for 2 miles to a right (south) on 34th Avenue NW. Go south for 1.5 miles to right (west) on 2nd Street NW to home.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,432
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Cass County
APN: 34-034-2303

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026

Other

Home Information
Living Area: 3753
Levels: One

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Pine River-Backus Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 6.6mi

4/10

Pine River-Backus High School

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 6.6mi

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

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being 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

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.7 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

$501,000 – $606,000

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3393 2nd Street Northwest, Backus, MN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$289,026
3666 4th Street Northwest, Backus, MN - Beds \| - Baths \| 1344 Sq. Ft.	$301,031
250 34th Avenue Northwest, Backus, MN - Beds \| - Baths \| 1020 Sq. Ft.	$259,079
3669 4th Street Northwest, Backus, MN 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$419,324

Address	Redfin Estimate
3608 4th Street Northwest, Backus, MN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$314,410
3679 4th Street Northwest, Backus, MN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$446,565
3501 4th Street Northwest, Backus, MN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$340,153
3624 4th Street Northwest, Backus, MN - Beds \| - Baths \| 864 Sq. Ft.	$319,592

Address	Redfin Estimate
3409 4th Street Northwest, Backus, MN 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$208,897
3678 4th Street Northwest, Backus, MN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$415,217
3633 4th Street Northwest, Backus, MN 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$212,827
3644 4th Street Northwest, Backus, MN 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$333,254

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