12020 Ravenswood Beach Rd, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
About this home
Enjoy swimming, kayaking and fishing with this beautifully maintained seasonal cabin and seasonal guest house on a level sandy 50ft lot close to the water's edge on Lake Melissa near Detroit Lakes. The main cabin features an open floor plan with a galley style kitchen plus a beautiful stone island and coffee bar area, living room with gas fireplace, office/bedroom, primary bedroom with an ensuite 3/4 bath, a lovely screened in porch that has it's own half bath and offers plenty of room to entertain, and there's a terrific deck with a gazebo overlooking the lake frontage. The charming seasonal guest house has been completely redone and provides plenty of sleeping space for guests with a bonus loft and 3/4 bathroom. Also included are 2 storage sheds for all your lake toys and gorgeous landscaping. Lake Melissa is a premier area lake and is over 1850 acres with a maximum depth of 37ft. No work needed here, act fast so you don't miss out on this amazing property!
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
Listed by Kayla Ulschmid• Keller Williams Realty Profess
This amazing, cottage inspired residence feel right at home in it's Melissa neighborhood. The lush landscaping, the muted gray and white color scheme ties everything together into one beautiful package. The main cottage has a completely new kitchen with maple cabinetry. Every room has a view! The guest cottage has 1 bedroom and it's own bath. Level frontage, screened porch, and lakeside deck! Enjoy evening sunsets or destination dining at Hotel Shoreham!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,030 (−2.9%)
$370,100 + $255,200
$625,300
2025
$4,152 (+7.0%)
$376,200 + $252,400
$628,600
2024
$3,880 (+18.7%)
$351,000 + $218,800
$569,800
2023
$3,270 (+3.5%)
$284,000 + $163,400
$447,400
2022
$3,160 (+7.0%)
$257,700 + $119,600
$377,300
2021
$2,954 (+7.5%)
$234,400 + $106,300
$340,700
2020
$2,748 (−1.2%)
$220,700 + $87,500
$308,200
2019
$2,782 (+19.7%)
$220,700 + $81,000
$301,700
2018
$2,324 (−1.2%)
$196,000 + $92,900
$288,900
2017
$2,352
$196,000 + $88,100
$284,100
Tax history for 12020 Ravenswood Beach Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,030 (−2.9%)
$370,100 + $255,200
$625,300
2025
$4,152 (+7.0%)
$376,200 + $252,400
$628,600
2024
$3,880 (+18.7%)
$351,000 + $218,800
$569,800
2023
$3,270 (+3.5%)
$284,000 + $163,400
$447,400
2022
$3,160 (+7.0%)
$257,700 + $119,600
$377,300
2021
$2,954 (+7.5%)
$234,400 + $106,300
$340,700
2020
$2,748 (−1.2%)
$220,700 + $87,500
$308,200
2019
$2,782 (+19.7%)
$220,700 + $81,000
$301,700
2018
$2,324 (−1.2%)
$196,000 + $92,900
$288,900
2017
$2,352
$196,000 + $88,100
$284,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,238 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1981
Sq. Ft.
916
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Becker County
APN
19.1697.000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: None
Carport Spaces: 0
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 21.3x23.4
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 8.3x9.1
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 10.6x11.6
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 6.6x11.4
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 3.10x5.10
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Dimensions: 3.3x6.6
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 5.2x6.6
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Screened Porch
Room Dimensions: 10.6x23.3
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Guest House
Room Dimensions: 9.7x21.3
Room Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 7.3x5.6
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: Slab
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Baseboard
Cooling Information: Window Unit(s)
Interior Features
Room Type: Living Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bathroom, Laundry, Screened Porch, Guest House
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Steel Siding
Foundation Area: 1,312
Roof: Asphalt
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Water Body Name: Melissa
Waterfront Num: 03047500
Lake Acres: 1,850
Lake Bottom: Hard,Sand
Lake Classification: General Development
Lake Depth: 37
Waterfront Slope: Level
Waterfront Feet: 50
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: No
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,319
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Guest House, Storage Shed
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,319
Amenities: Deck,Main Floor Primary Bedroom
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.19
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 50x160
Road Frontage Type: Township
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,120
Tax Year: 2023
Tax With Assessments: $3,270
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Sand Point
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer, Shared Septic
Fuel: Electric
Location
HOA Information
Association Name: Ravenswood Beach Improvement Corp
Has HOA
Association Fee: $450
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee Includes: Water
School Information
High School District: Detroit Lakes
School District Number: 22
School District Phone: 218-847-9271
Location Information
Directions: From Detroit Lakes take US-59S to Co Hwy 17 S and then go west and then north on Ravenswood Beach Rd
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 916
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,238 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1981
County: Becker County
APN: 19.1697.000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1319
Main Level Finished Area: 1197.0000
Building Area Total: 1319
Age Of Property: 69
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Rossman Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.7mi
6/10
Detroit Lakes Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.7mi
5/10
Detroit Lakes Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal 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
Detroit Lakes, MN • 56501
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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
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Estimated sale price
$782,000 – $947,000
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