First time on the market. This home has been in the same family since it was built. One-level living with amazing views of the lake. The home sits approximately 40 feet from the Shore. Nice flat plot, with no stairs to the water. Spectacular lake views from every room in the home! The primary bedroom has plenty of closet space, a 1/2 bath, and great views with a walk-out to its own deck. The 3-season porch is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the VIEWS. Cozy up to the wood-burning stove while enjoying the stars at night. All Pella windows and doors. Leased land will be bought out prior to closing. No more lease. Don't let this one get away!
First time on the market. This home has been in the same family since it was built. One-level living with amazing views of the lake. The home sits approximately 40 feet from the Shore. Nice flat plot, no stairs to the water. Spectacular lake views from every room in the home! The primary bedroom has plenty of closet space, a 1/2 bath, and great views with a walk-out to its own deck. The 3-season porch is perfect for relaxing and enjoying the VIEWS. Cozy up to the wood-burning stove while enjoying the stars at night. All Pella windows and doors. Leased land will be bought-out prior to closing. No more lease. Don't let this one get away!
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6490376
Apr 30, 2024
Sold
$500,000
Mar 4, 2024
Pending
—
Mar 1, 2024
Listed
$495,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,764 (+36.1%)
$207,400 + $269,400
$476,800
2025
$3,500 (+4,761.1%)
$142,182 + $194,076
$336,258
2024
$72 (−98.0%)
$7,900
2023
$3,656 (−8.2%)
$138,198 + $189,385
$327,583
2020
$3,984 (+0.9%)
$129,608 + $178,028
$307,636
2019
$3,948
$129,608 + $178,028
$307,636
Tax history for 5278 Pontoon Bay Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,764 (+36.1%)
$207,400 + $269,400
$476,800
2025
$3,500 (+4,761.1%)
$142,182 + $194,076
$336,258
2024
$72 (−98.0%)
$7,900
2023
$3,656 (−8.2%)
$138,198 + $189,385
$327,583
2020
$3,984 (+0.9%)
$129,608 + $178,028
$307,636
2019
$3,948
$129,608 + $178,028
$307,636
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.52 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,248
Year built
1961
Style
Other
County
St. Louis County
APN
365-0130-00120
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Sq. Ft.: 676
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 14.3x8
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 12.7x8
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 15.4x15.7
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Den
Room Dimensions: 15.10x11.7
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Three Season Porch
Room Dimensions: 15.9x11.9
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 24x12
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: Crawl Space
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Baseboard, Fireplace(s)
Cooling Information: None
Interior Features
Room Type: Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, Den, Three Season Porch, Bedroom 1
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Area: 3,358
Exterior Features
Patio Porch Type: Porch
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front, Lake View
Water Body Name: Fish Lake Flowage
Waterfront Num: 69049100
Lake Acres: 3,258
Lake Classification: Not Applicable
Lake Depth: 36
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: No
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,344
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Sub Type Description: Cabin,Log Home
Other Structures: Storage Shed
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,344
Lot Information
Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline
Lot Size Area: 4.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 814x378
Road Frontage Type: County Road, Township
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,656
Tax Year: 2023
Tax With Assessments: $3,656
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Private Sewer
Fuel: Electric,Wood
Location
School Information
High School District: Hermantown
School District Number: 700
School District Phone: 218-729-9313
Location Information
Directions: Take Lavaque Rd., left on Fish Lake Rd., left on Fish Lake Dam Rd., left on Pontoon Bay Rd.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,248
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.52 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Louis County
APN: 365-0130-00120
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1344
Main Level Finished Area: 1344.0000
Building Area Total: 1344
Foundation Dimensions: 33x58
Age Of Property: 64
Levels: One
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Hermantown Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 9.7mi
8/10
Hermantown Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.7mi
10/10
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