Welcome to Poplar Lake, complete with BWCA access and views to blow your mind! As you look west from the cabin you see nothing but beauty and you'll feel as if you're in a house boat. .. it's that close to the water's edge! Highly functional yet retains the rustic style with a composting toilet/outhouse and a separate shower house. "BYOW" means bring your own water and enjoy a carefree time. The county has informally indicated that one could get a septic system and well in place if one wished to do so but it sure is easy in its current style! Broadband and power are in place and the wood burning stove means you could spend time there in the winter if you wished. You may have to ski or snowshoe in, however, as Moose Ridge Rd. isn't always plowed in the snow-filled months. Swim, fish, be lazy and do nothing but enjoy the water and peacefulness. Bar/restaurants are very nearby if you don't feel like cooking, hiking trails are there if you're feeling energetic. Paddle to your heart's content if you choose! Not sure how one decides what to do in an incredible spot such as this but you'll figure it out when you get there! Thanks for your interest.
Poplar Lake-BWCAW Access. Huge lot with beautiful west views of the lake. A small, updated cabin sits right at the water's edge and includes 1 bdr, new kitchen and a stone fireplace, and huge windows. There's a newer composting outhouse and a shower house. There's plenty of room for a main home and garage. Septic sites are located. The 2.11 acre parcel has 244 feet of shore tucked in a quiet bay. Sandy bottom with nice drop off for swimming. BWCA is just around the corner.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #MAM6002476
Nov 16, 2014
Listing Removed
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May 23, 2014
Listed
$194,900
$406/sq ft
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #MAM6000976
May 21, 2013
Listed
$234,900
$489/sq ft
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #MAM31491
May 23, 2012
Listed
$239,900
$500/sq ft
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #MAM30011
May 23, 2011
Listed
$249,900
$521/sq ft
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #MAM28232
Apr 29, 2010
Listed
$249,900
$521/sq ft
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #MAM26045
Apr 20, 2009
Listed
$279,500
$582/sq ft
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #MAM24760
Aug 4, 2008
Listed
$289,900
$604/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,008 (+7.4%)
$187,700 + $97,700
$285,400
2025
$1,870 (+32.8%)
$187,700 + $86,100
$273,800
2024
$1,408 (−1.5%)
$149,500 + $60,900
$210,400
2023
$1,430 (+11.9%)
$151,600 + $50,300
$201,900
2022
$1,278 (−44.2%)
$113,300 + $29,200
$142,500
2021
$2,292 (+41.1%)
$113,300 + $29,500
$142,800
2020
$1,624 (+21.9%)
$113,300 + $37,600
$150,900
2019
$1,332 (+4.2%)
$113,300 + $30,700
$144,000
2018
$1,278 (+10.0%)
$113,500 + $32,500
$146,000
2017
$1,162 (+9.6%)
$113,500 + $32,500
$146,000
2016
$1,060 (+5.8%)
$113,500 + $32,500
$146,000
2015
$1,002 (+3.7%)
$113,500 + $32,500
$146,000
2014
$966 (+1.9%)
$113,500 + $32,500
$146,000
2012
$948
$113,500 + $32,500
$146,000
Tax history for 29 Moose Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,008 (+7.4%)
$187,700 + $97,700
$285,400
2025
$1,870 (+32.8%)
$187,700 + $86,100
$273,800
2024
$1,408 (−1.5%)
$149,500 + $60,900
$210,400
2023
$1,430 (+11.9%)
$151,600 + $50,300
$201,900
2022
$1,278 (−44.2%)
$113,300 + $29,200
$142,500
2021
$2,292 (+41.1%)
$113,300 + $29,500
$142,800
2020
$1,624 (+21.9%)
$113,300 + $37,600
$150,900
2019
$1,332 (+4.2%)
$113,300 + $30,700
$144,000
2018
$1,278 (+10.0%)
$113,500 + $32,500
$146,000
2017
$1,162 (+9.6%)
$113,500 + $32,500
$146,000
2016
$1,060 (+5.8%)
$113,500 + $32,500
$146,000
2015
$1,002 (+3.7%)
$113,500 + $32,500
$146,000
2014
$966 (+1.9%)
$113,500 + $32,500
$146,000
2012
$948
$113,500 + $32,500
$146,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
181 ft.
Lot depth
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Lot size
2.12 Acres
Year renovated
1987
Sq. Ft.
498
Year built
1987
Style
Other
County
Cook County
APN
52-408-1245
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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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 Apr 22, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Off Street, Gravel, None
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Fireplace(s), Wood
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Master Downstairs
Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Basement Details: None
Exterior
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 480
# of Stories Total: 1
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
Lot Information
Water Body Name: Poplar
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size Dimensions: 300 x 350
Lot Size Acres: 2.11
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,624
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: None
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Cook County #166
Location Information
Directions: Hwy. 61 to Gunflint Tr. North all the way to Moose Ridge Rd. (just south of Trail Center) and take a left. Cabin is on the right.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 498
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.12 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: 1987
County: Cook County
APN: 52-408-1245
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 22, 2026
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Sawtooth Mountain Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 20.7mi
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Cook County Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 20.7mi
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Cook County Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 20.7mi
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7 days above 87° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
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