Spectacular lake living on spring-fed Big McDonald. Sand bottom for great swimming. Custom pecan cabinets w/huge center island, fireplace, beam w/plank ceiling, & wall of lakeside windows highlight entire kitchen/dining/great rooms making an ideal home for entertaining. Great room/dining room features gorgeous wood beam vaulted ceilings with huge windows overlooking Big McDonald Lake. Gourmet kitchen w/ huge gathering island & beautiful pecan cabinetry also has great views of lake. Wrap-around deck w/patio doors from kitchen. Owner's suite is complete w/walk-in closet, bath w/double sink vanity, & 3x6 walk-in glass block shower. Upper level has separate outside entrance & bonus/storage room. Workshop in basement. Nicely landscaped lot. Excellent fishing. Best of all-crystal clear water..
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Market trends in 56528, MN
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
97.8%
1.5% MoM
Median sale price
$475K
$205 MoM
Avg. days on market
45d
1 days MoM
Recently sold homes
10
3 MoM
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Sale history for 43314 Bills Beach Rd
Date
Event
Price
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6055932
Jul 10, 2015
Sold
$292,000
May 16, 2014
Listed
$313,900
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1
Aug 19, 2014
Price Changed
$329,900
Jul 3, 2014
Price Changed
$344,900
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6068023
Jul 15, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jan 15, 2013
Listed
$369,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #LKSR20-9935
Jan 15, 2013
Listed
$369,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6070188
Nov 30, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Sep 6, 2012
Listed
$394,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #LKSR20-9483
Sep 6, 2012
Listed
$394,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,020 (+3.1%)
$238,500 + $206,200
$444,700
2025
$2,930 (+17.0%)
2024
$2,504 (+8.5%)
2023
$2,308 (−12.6%)
2022
$2,642 (−7.5%)
2021
$2,856 (−1.2%)
$127,700 + $169,300
$297,000
2020
$2,892 (+1.3%)
$127,700 + $163,800
$291,500
2019
$2,854 (−2.7%)
$116,400 + $157,500
$273,900
2017
$2,932 (+13.7%)
$113,600 + $148,100
$261,700
2016
$2,578 (+10.2%)
2015
$2,340 (+15.4%)
2014
$2,028
Tax history for 43314 Bills Beach Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,020 (+3.1%)
$238,500 + $206,200
$444,700
2025
$2,930 (+17.0%)
2024
$2,504 (+8.5%)
2023
$2,308 (−12.6%)
2022
$2,642 (−7.5%)
2021
$2,856 (−1.2%)
$127,700 + $169,300
$297,000
2020
$2,892 (+1.3%)
$127,700 + $163,800
$291,500
2019
$2,854 (−2.7%)
$116,400 + $157,500
$273,900
2017
$2,932 (+13.7%)
$113,600 + $148,100
$261,700
2016
$2,578 (+10.2%)
2015
$2,340 (+15.4%)
2014
$2,028
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,205 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
1,787
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Otter Tail County
APN
20000990327000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: None
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Description: Full Master,Main Floor Full Bath
Room 1 Information
Room Dimensions: 18X4
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Dimensions: 20X8
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 17X9.66
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 13.33X15
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Dimensions: 9.83X5.25
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 16.66X17.41
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Dimensions: 11.58X5.75
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 17X16.75
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 13X11.75
Room Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Room Dimensions: 33.83X11.66
Room Level: Upper
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 11X10.41
Room Level: Main
Room 12 Information
Room Type: Workshop
Room Dimensions: 32.66X11.33
Room Level: Lower
Room 13 Information
Room Dimensions: 18X4
Room Level: Main
Room 14 Information
Room Dimensions: 20X8
Room Level: Main
Room 15 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 17X9.66
Room Level: Main
Room 16 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 13.33X15
Room Level: Main
Room 17 Information
Room Dimensions: 9.83X5.25
Room Level: Main
Room 18 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 16.66X17.41
Room Level: Main
Room 19 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Dimensions: 11.58X5.75
Room Level: Main
Room 20 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 17X16.75
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: Partial, Concrete, Unfinished
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Informal Dining Room
Other Rooms Information
Main Floor Bedroom,Main Floor Laundry
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Foyer, Deck, Deck, Work Room, Storage, Laundry
Appliances: Air-To-Air Exchanger, Central Vacuum, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Area: 1,847
Roof: Asphalt
Waterfront Information
Lake Bottom: Hard,Sand
Property Information
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Has Additional Parcels
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,847
Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Dock,Kitchen Center Island,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Washer/Dryer Hookup,Walk-Up Attic
Lot Information
Lot Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
Lot Size Area: 0.21
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 63'x150' + backlot area
Road Frontage Type: No Outlet/Dead End, Private Road
Financial
Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $42.50
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,303
Tax Year: 2015
Tax With Assessments: $2,345
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
Fuel: Propane
Location
School Information
High School District: Perham-Dent
School District Number: 549
School District Phone: 218-346-4501
Location Information
Directions: From Perham, west on CO HWY 34 to CO HWY 35. West on 35 to Bill's Beach Road. South on Bill's Beach to 2nd place from the end of road.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,787
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,205 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1960
Year Renovated: 1986
County: Otter Tail County
APN: 20000990327000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 3, 2026
Other
Home Information
Main Level Finished Area: 1847.0000
Building Area Total: 2255
Levels: One and One Half
Around this home
Schools
Prairie Wind Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 9.0mi
6/10
Perham Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.9mi
7/10
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Dent, MN • 56528
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$504,000 – $610,000
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