Your cozy getaway awaits! This private twenty acre property only 1.5 hours from most areas of the twin cities has nearly everything you need to move right in and enjoy. Fully furnished cabin with electric (200 amp service) with heater and window AC unit to make it even easier to enjoy your peaceful time up north. Recent improvements to the property include an expanded trail system, improved driveway with "loop" for convenience and two new food plots. Sale also includes two permanent deer stands, riding lawnmower, storage shed, picnic table, outhouse and an outdoor play set. Hunting opportunities (deer, bear, grouse, turkey), bonfires with family and friends and ATV rides on your own trails, what fun! Also close to multiple towns for an easy lunch or dinner out...this property has so much to offer!
Vacant landProperty Type
20 acresLot Size
$6,792Price/Acres
Listed by Anthony Groff• LaBelle Real Estate Group Inc
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Market trends in 55712, MN
Last updated July 2026
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
+1.9% MoM
Median sale price
$230K
$25K MoM
Avg. days on market
56d
25 days MoM
Recently sold homes
1
0 MoM
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Sale history for 42411 Root Rd
Date
Event
Price
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6204480
Jul 1, 2022
Sold
$106,000
Jun 4, 2022
Pending
—
May 31, 2022
Listed
$97,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5742892
Jun 14, 2021
Sold
$85,000
May 18, 2021
Pending
—
Apr 21, 2021
Contingent
—
Apr 19, 2021
Listed
$79,000
+25
Come see this ideal "cabin in the woods" property just 1.5 hours from the Twin Cities or about an hour south Duluth. Set back from the road for privacy, this is a well maintained fully finished one room cabin with electric brought in on 20 acres of wooded land and includes a storage shed, camper, and outhouse. Trails are in which allow easy access to the entire property. Two permanent deer stands are located on the property and are being sold with it. A selective timber harvest was conducted two years ago during which poplar was taken out and hardwood and pine left behind to promote better wildlife habitat. This property has location, privacy, habitat, and comfort. Everything you are looking for, come see it today!
Public Records
May 22, 2014
Sold
$51,000
Public Records
Dec 12, 2012
Sold
$54,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3484834
Aug 7, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jan 14, 2008
Listed
$74,900
Public Records
Sep 14, 2001
Sold
$26,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,058 (+8.7%)
$80,700 + $35,200
$115,900
2024
$974 (+5.6%)
$77,500 + $30,800
$108,300
2023
$922 (+16.7%)
$54,500 + $34,300
$88,800
2022
$790 (+1.3%)
$41,800 + $22,700
$64,500
2021
$780 (+1.3%)
$40,000 + $21,200
$61,200
2020
$770 (+10.3%)
$37,100 + $21,800
$58,900
2019
$698 (+4.2%)
$36,100 + $15,200
$51,300
2018
$670
$35,200 + $13,600
$48,800
Tax history for 42411 Root Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,058 (+8.7%)
$80,700 + $35,200
$115,900
2024
$974 (+5.6%)
$77,500 + $30,800
$108,300
2023
$922 (+16.7%)
$54,500 + $34,300
$88,800
2022
$790 (+1.3%)
$41,800 + $22,700
$64,500
2021
$780 (+1.3%)
$40,000 + $21,200
$61,200
2020
$770 (+10.3%)
$37,100 + $21,800
$58,900
2019
$698 (+4.2%)
$36,100 + $15,200
$51,300
2018
$670
$35,200 + $13,600
$48,800
*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
—
Stories
—
Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
20 Acres
Year renovated
2003
Sq. Ft.
320
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Pine County
APN
250020002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on May 11, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Development Status: Raw Land
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type Description: Acreage
Other Structures: Storage Shed
Lot Information
Builder Restrict: Open
Lot Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
Lot Size Area: 20
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 653x1320x655x1320
Road Frontage Type: Township
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Improvements: Public Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $790
Tax Year: 2022
Tax With Assessments: $790
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Electricity Available
Location
School Information
High School District: East Central
School District Number: 2580
School District Phone: 320-245-2289
Location Information
Directions: From Askov, north on MN Hwy 23 approximately 3.7 miles to Root Road. Turn right (east) onto Root Road and go approximately 1.1 miles to property. Property will be on the left (north) side of the road. For Sale sign will be near road and entrance gate.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Topography: Level
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 320
Stories: —
Lot Size: 20 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2003
Year Renovated: 2003
County: Pine County
APN: 250020002
Home facts updated by county records on May 11, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Restrictions: None
Around this home
Schools
East Central Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 7.4mi
7/10
East Central Senior Secondary
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 7.4mi
4/10
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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 94° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 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 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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