SOLD NOV 3, 2025

Off market nov 2025 for $290K

$323,394

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948 Pine Mountain Lake Rd NW, Backus, MN 56435

About this home

This is a charming, year-around cottage home in excellent move-in condition. If you are looking for a perfect, up-north fishing/hunting retreat or a rental investment, this one is a great fit! Property is private, and on a quiet 5-wooded acre lot with 424 feet of lakeshore on the west side of Pine Mountain Lake. There have been many recent improvements making it ready for you to move in. Pine Mountain Lake is well-known for its Walleye, Northern, Bass, and Panfish. 29 miles of trails for your recreational pleasure are just across the street for snowmobiling, 4-wheeling, or hiking through the Foothills State Forest. Also, easy access to the Paul Bunyan State Trail for biking, hiking, or snowmobiling. Property is conveniently located 4 miles from Backus for your supplies.

Single-familyProperty Type

2000Year Built

5 acresLot Size

Listed by Richard Kruger • Dane Arthur Real Estate Agency-Longville

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•Source:NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6746394

Redfin Estimate

$323,394

$33K since sold in November 2025$8,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 11.3% higher than the average sale price ($291K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$367,500
A
2 beds1 bath— sq ft
302 State 84 NW, Pine River, MN 56474
SOLD SEP 21, 2026
$172,900
B
3 beds1 bath— sq ft
951 Swede Lake Trl SW, Backus, MN 56435
SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$299,800
C
1 bed1 bath— sq ft
4417 Robin Ln NW, Hackensack, MN 56452
SOLD NOV 20, 2025
$250,000
D
2 beds1 bath— sq ft
2758 18th St SW, Backus, MN 56435
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$427,300
E
2 beds1 bath— sq ft
1489 Gateway Dr NW, Backus, MN 56435
SOLD SEP 24, 2026
$226,500
F
2 beds1 bath— sq ft
3728 Indian Hills Rd NW, Hackensack, MN 56452

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$1,646/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

95.4%

2.1% MoM

Median sale price

$350K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

20d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

New listings for sale

$559,000
4 beds3 baths3,136 sq ft
1182 W Big Portage Lake Dr NW, Backus, MN 56435
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Sale history for 948 Pine Mountain Lake Rd NW

Date

Event

Price

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6746394

Nov 3, 2025

Sold

$290,000

Oct 20, 2025

Pending

—

Jun 27, 2025

Listed

$299,900

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6163498

Apr 15, 2022

Sold

$280,500

Mar 27, 2022

Pending

—

Mar 26, 2022

Listed

$229,000

Mar 22, 2022

Coming Soon

$229,000

Whether you are looking for a year round residence, or looking for the perfect up north fishing/hunting retreat or a rental investment property, this one would be a great fit for any of the above! Nestled on 5 quiet, private, wooded acres with 424' of lakeshore on the west side of Pine Mountain lake you will find this little slice of heaven that could be yours to enjoy! Well cared for w several recent improvements. Property is being sold "turn key" and is move in ready w everything you see, except for a small exclusions list. Pine Mountain is well know for it's walleye, northern, bass & pan fish summer & winter! Ride your 4 wheeler or side by side through the Foothills state forest with hundreds of acres of land to explore and over 29 miles of trails and easy access to the trailhead just up the road! The Paul Bunyan trail for biking, hiking or snowmobiling is also just 2 miles away. Only 4 miles from the town of Backus for any supplies you might need. The septic IS in compliance.

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5245965

Apr 8, 2020

Sold

$155,000

Mar 11, 2020

Pending

—

Feb 19, 2020

Contingent

—

Dec 11, 2019

Price Changed

$167,000

Oct 14, 2019

Price Changed

$172,000

Aug 19, 2019

Price Changed

$179,900

Jul 31, 2019

Price Changed

$184,900

Jul 15, 2019

Price Changed

$187,900

Jun 11, 2019

Listed

$189,900

+22

Motivated seller! Welcome to your year-round cabin with 424’ of shoreline on Pine Mountain Lake! This property sits on 5 acres, has newer windows, vaulted ceilings in great room, newer mechanicals (including central air), hickory cabinets, fish cleaning house with power and hot water. You’ll love the fishing on this 1,600+ acre lake, great privacy, beautiful views, ladyslippers, and wildlife galore. Just a stone’s throw away from the Foothills State Forest offering 1000’s of acres for hiking, hunting, riding, and skiing. Your dream getaway awaits!

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4833217

Nov 25, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Oct 31, 2017

Listing Removed

—

Oct 17, 2017

Price Changed

$150,000

May 23, 2017

Listed

$175,000

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4727889

Oct 31, 2016

Listing Removed

—

Jun 13, 2016

Listed

$190,000

NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4254771

Dec 15, 2006

Listing Removed

—

Aug 26, 2006

Listed

$99,900

Tax history for 948 Pine Mountain Lake Rd NW

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

Public record

Beds

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Baths

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Stories

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Lot width

424 ft.

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5 Acres

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

832

Year built

2000

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cass County

APN

13-024-3104

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Jun 11, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Gravel

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 1

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

Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 16x16
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 12x13
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 13.9x9.5
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Partial

Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Informal Dining Room

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Central Air

Interior Features
Room Type: Living Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Fuel Tank - Rented, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Fiber Board
Foundation Area: 832
Roof: Age Over 8 Years

Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Water Body Name: Pine Mountain
Waterfront Num: 11041100
Lake Acres: 1,612
Lake Bottom: Weeds
Lake Classification: General Development
Lake Depth: 80
Waterfront Slope: Gradual
Waterfront Elevation: 4-10
Waterfront Feet: 424
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: No

Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 832
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Storage Shed
Accessibility Features: No Stairs Internal
Above Grade Finished Area: 832

Lot Information
Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot
Lot Size Area: 5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 424x629x355x410
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Financial

Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $66

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,268
Tax Year: 2025
Tax With Assessments: $1,334

Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No

Financial Information
Free and Clear

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Drilled
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Power Company Name: Itasca Mantrap Co-op
Sewer: Mound Septic, Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes
Fuel: Propane

Location

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

Location Information
Directions: From Backus, West on 87, to Pine Mountain Lake Rd, to 948
Map Coordinate: 999-A1

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 832
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Cass County
APN: 13-024-3104

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 11, 2026

Other

Home Information
Living Area: 832
Main Level Finished Area: 832.0000
Building Area Total: 832
Foundation Dimensions: 24x24
Age Of Property: 25
Levels: One

Around this home

Schools

Pine River-Backus Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 10.2mi

4/10

Pine River-Backus High School

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 10.2mi

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

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

$308,000 – $372,000

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Home values near 948 Pine Mountain Lake Rd NW

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
838 Pine Mountain Lake Road Northwest, Backus, MN - Beds \| - Baths \| 1500 Sq. Ft.	$861,796
846 Pine Mountain Lake Road Northwest, Backus, MN - Beds \| - Baths \| 2464 Sq. Ft.	$384,831

Address	Redfin Estimate
784 Pine Mountain Lake Road Northwest, Backus, MN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$504,037
1193 Pine Mountain Lake Road Northwest, Backus, MN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$313,253

Address	Redfin Estimate
808 Pine Mountain Lake Road Northwest, Backus, MN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$379,024
820 Pine Mountain Lake Road Northwest, Backus, MN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$505,025

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