Move-in ready year-round lake home or seasonal cabin on highly sought-after Deer Lake — famously known as “The Lake of Changing Colors.” This very well cared for west-facing property offers breathtaking sunset views, crystal-clear water, and a gradual elevation to a firm sandy shoreline perfect for swimming and lakeside enjoyment. Whether you’re looking for a year-round residence or the ideal getaway cabin, this property delivers the perfect combination of comfort, recreation, and classic Minnesota lake living. Enjoy peaceful mornings, stunning evening skies, and all that Deer Lake has to offer right from your own shoreline.
Single-familyProperty Type
1960Year Built
0.73 acresLot Size
Listed by Clint Corrow• GRAND PROPERTIES REAL ESTATE
Completely remodeled W facing home on the hard to find south side of Deer Lake- just voted this summer as one of 10 best lakes in all of The United States. The dwelling sits perched above the shore with a minimal 20 steps to lake. Inspiration was taken from Jetset Farmhouse and Joanna Gaines. This home features shiplap throughout harvested locally from Rajala Mill in Deer River. Sitting in the living room, enjoy a view with infinity pool like display of Deer Lake while watching Sunday Football. From the kitchen, take a step onto the porch like deck and watch fisherman harvest walleyes at the shelf - 30 feet off dock. This home features new electrical, updated plumbing, new steel roof, new windows, new furnace, new hot water heater, new water softener, new cabinets and new appliances. Updated compliant septic and well. In the summer, this home is 18 minutes from the Ice Arena. This is an excellent VRBO/AirbNb, primary home or cabin. There is a large clearing for garage.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5314264
Mar 25, 2019
Sold
$180,000
Aug 24, 2018
Listed
$209,900
+12
Rare opportunity to own a year round residence being used as a cabin on Deer Lake. This 4BR, 2BA property is just a few gentle steps to hard sandy lakeshore. Gorgeous deck overlooking the Caribbean style lake shore. West facing sunsets for the dinner on the deck. This property has updated septic, drilled well and concrete block foundation. Phenomenal bones and limitless potential in an area of lake property that rarely becomes available for purchase.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,080 (−0.6%)
$191,200 + $261,500
$452,700
2025
$4,106
$191,200 + $264,500
$455,700
2024
$4,104 (−5.2%)
$191,200 + $264,500
$455,700
2023
$4,330 (+30.5%)
$200,700 + $262,000
$462,700
2022
$3,318 (+51.5%)
$182,200 + $101,800
$284,000
2021
$2,190 (−12.4%)
$141,200 + $45,300
$186,500
2020
$2,500 (+0.5%)
$155,200 + $45,300
$200,500
2019
$2,488 (+7.5%)
$155,200 + $45,300
$200,500
2018
$2,314 (+2.1%)
$155,200 + $45,300
$200,500
2017
$2,266
$155,200 + $45,300
$200,500
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
—
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
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Lot size
0.73 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,778
Year built
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Style
Other
County
Itasca County
APN
64-520-0057
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gravel
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 11 X 23
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 13 X 24
Room Level: Lower
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 12 X 14.5
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 10 X 14.5
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 13 X 14.5
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 11 X 13
Room Level: Lower
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 11 X 13
Room Level: Lower
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Block
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: None
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Area: 988
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Lake Bottom: Gravel,Rocky,Sand,Excellent Sand
Waterfront Elevation: 15-26
Waterfront Feet: 100
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: N
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,008
Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,008
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Other Structures: Storage Shed
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,008
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,008
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.73
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 100 X 415
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,999
Tax Year: 2026
Tax With Assessments: $4,080
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: 4-Inch Submersible
Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes
Fuel: Propane
Location
School Information
High School District: Grand Rapids
School District Number: 318
School District Phone: 2183275704
Location Information
Directions: From GR, west on Hwy 2, N on Cty Rd 62 to L on N Bass Lk Rd to R on S Deer Circle Dr to L on East Point Rd to property on left.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,778
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.73 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Itasca County
APN: 64-520-0057
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2016
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 1008
Building Area Total: 2016
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Foundation Dimensions: 26 X 40
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Cohasset Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 7.7mi
7/10
Robert J. Elkington Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 11.8mi
5/10
Grand Rapids Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.8mi
7/10
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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
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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