Your Northwoods escape awaits! Nestled on 80 private acres in Embarrass, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath log home is surrounded by towering white pines, and abundant wildlife. Explore 2+ miles mowed, established trails right on your own property, where deer, bear, and other wildlife frequent. The Embarrass River winds through the top 40 acres adding even more character to this beautiful recreational property. Hunt, fish, hike, or simply enjoy the peace and quiet—all right outside your door. New septic, new roof, Kuuma wood stove. Newer propane furnace and appliances. There’s plenty of room for hobbies and fun with multiple outbuildings, including a sauna, workshop, storage buildings, and a playhouse for the kids, plus an outdoor pool for summer enjoyment. Check out the root/wine cellar under bonus room. Ideal location. Whether you're searching for a year-round home, hunting retreat, or recreational getaway, this one delivers privacy, acreage, and a true Northern Minnesota lifestyle.
Your Northwoods escape awaits! Nestled on 80 private acres in Embarrass, this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath log home is surrounded by towering white pines, native trees, and abundant wildlife. Explore 2+ miles of mowed, established trails right on your own property, where deer, bear, and other wildlife are frequent visitors. The Embarrass River winds along the top 40 acres, adding even more character to this beautiful recreational property. Hunt, fish, hike, ride, or simply enjoy the peace and quiet—all right outside your door. New septic, new roof, Kuuma wood stove. Newer propane furnace and appliances. There’s plenty of room for hobbies and fun with multiple outbuildings, including a sauna, workshop, storage buildings, playhouse, for the kids, plus an outdoor pool for summer enjoyment. Also, check out the root/wine cellar under the bonus room. Whether you're searching for a year-round home, hunting retreat, or recreational getaway, this one delivers privacy, acreage, and the true Northern Minnesota lifestyle!
RAOR #126424
Jul 21, 2015
Sold
$160,000
$80/sq ft
Apr 16, 2015
Listed
$155,000
$77/sq ft
Log home on 80 acres in Embarrass. Comfortable and inviting 3 bedroom 2 Bath log home nestled among towering White pine and native trees. Triple pane windows, wood stove and propane furnace, new roof in 2013, and a 223' drilled well. Deer, bear and other wild life use the old game trails that meander through the property. There are established ATV trails for you, too! The Embarrass River runs through the edge of the back forty providing access for canoeing. Various outbuildings including sauna, work shop, storage, a play house and cabin for the little ones and an above-ground pool.
LSAR as distributed by WIREX #2301938
Jul 21, 2015
Sold
$160,000
$80/sq ft
Apr 14, 2015
Listed
$155,000
$77/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,262 (+15.8%)
$37,498 + $147,391
$184,889
2025
$1,954 (−11.7%)
$37,049 + $129,761
$166,810
2024
$2,214 (+21.0%)
$37,107 + $147,003
$184,110
2023
$1,830 (+2.0%)
$32,497 + $99,049
$131,546
2022
$1,794 (+6.4%)
$47,235 + $92,431
$139,666
2021
$1,686 (+6.6%)
$41,130 + $83,227
$124,357
2020
$1,582 (+2.1%)
$41,130 + $83,227
$124,357
2019
$1,550 (−0.9%)
$40,920 + $77,272
$118,192
2018
$1,564 (+5.0%)
$40,920 + $77,272
$118,192
2017
$1,490 (+27.4%)
$46,665 + $67,712
$114,377
2016
$1,170 (+12.2%)
$42,900 + $56,700
$99,600
2014
$1,043 (−0.1%)
$43,400 + $44,400
$87,800
2013
$1,044
$44,100 + $44,400
$88,500
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
40 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
896
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
896
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Louis County
APN
330-0010-04210
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Embarrass, MN • 55732
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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-4
23
3
38
17
47
28
66
39
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51
79
58
74
55
69
49
58
38
38
24
21
6
Jan
Feb
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Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.1 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 4965 Waisanen Rd
$393,231
$1,769 under list price of $395K
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