Imagine sitting on the deck watching beautiful sunrises and sunsets. 189 feet of lakeshore on Bowen Lake. Private master bedroom deck (6'X14'). Real pine siding in log style with huge deck. Septic Certified and serviced in 2021. All deck boards were replaced in 2020. Water softener was replaced in 2020. Gas fireplace was installed in 2020. This property has been in the family since 1956, with this owner since 1980's. Owner designed the home and milled the trees that were cleared to build, inside on the living/dining walls and vaulted ceiling. The fish mounted in the living room was caught on Bowen Lake in 1956 by the owners' Dad. The owner wishes the new owners great memories of their own.
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Fuel Tank - Rented, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Area: 1,325
Roof: Age Over 8 Years, Asphalt
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Dock, Lake Front, Lake View
Water Body Name: Bowen
Waterfront Num: 11035000
Lake Acres: 182
Lake Classification: Recreational Development
Lake Depth: 25
Waterfront Slope: Gradual
Waterfront Feet: 189
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: No
Property Information
Total Sq. Ft.: 1,337
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,325
Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 12
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Sub Type Description: Cabin
Other Structures: Other, Storage Shed
Accessibility Features: Wheelchair Ramp(s)
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,325
Below Grade Finished Area: 12
Lot Information
Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Lot Size Area: 0.4
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 102 X 189 X 195 X 161
Road Frontage Type: Township
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,300
Tax Year: 2020
Tax With Assessments: $66
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Financial Information
Free and Clear
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Power Company Name: Minnesota Power
Sewer: Tank with Drainage Field
Fuel: Propane
Location
School Information
High School District: Pine River-Backus
School District Number: 2174
School District Phone: 218-587-4720
Location Information
Directions: North of Brainerd on Hwy. 371, thru Nisswa, Pequot lakes, Pine River, Mildred turn right on Division Street West
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,288
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1993
Year Renovated: —
County: Cass County
APN: 31-004-2204
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1337
Main Level Finished Area: 1325.0000
Foundation Dimensions: 25 X 53
Age Of Property: 29
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Pine River-Backus Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 6.7mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% 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
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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
$382,000 – $462,000
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