Experience the best of Northwoods living with this charming one-level home on 3.7 picturesque acres featuring a beautiful blend of wooded privacy, open land, and 528 feet of shoreline on Lower Prairie Lake. Located just minutes from Grand Rapids, you'll enjoy the tranquility of country living while remaining close to shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. This clean and well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home is designed for comfortable living and features an attached heated garage, along with a cozy loft that provides additional sleeping space or a flexible area for guests, a home office, or a quiet retreat. Step outside to enjoy the expansive yard, abundant wildlife, and easy access to nearby bicycle and ATV trails, making this property a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts in every season. The property also includes a versatile outbuilding with an attached lean-to for additional covered storage. One insulated section features a garage door, concrete floor, service door, and electric heater, making it ideal for a workshop, hobby space, or winter storage. The adjoining storage area provides plenty of room for lawn equipment, tools, and recreational gear. Whether you're searching for a year-round home, a weekend getaway, or the perfect lakeside cabin, this property offers a rare combination of privacy, acreage, and waterfront. Come experience the peaceful lifestyle and endless recreational opportunities that await on beautiful Lower Prairie Lake.
Single-familyProperty Type
2017Year Built
3.71 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by B.J. Hansen• EDGE OF THE WILDERNESS REALTY
Listed by Ann Hamann• EDGE OF THE WILDERNESS REALTY
Est. $1,459 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 28750 Prairie Lake Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #7114819
Oct 23, 2026
Pending
—
Oct 23, 2026
Sold
$250,000
Sep 22, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 8, 2026
Price Changed
$265,000
Aug 24, 2026
Price Changed
$279,000
Aug 10, 2026
Price Changed
$287,000
Aug 4, 2026
Price Changed
$294,000
Jul 28, 2026
Listed
$299,000
Jul 27, 2026
Coming Soon
$299,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5315157
Oct 31, 2019
Sold
$162,500
Sep 27, 2019
Listed
—
Jul 22, 2019
Listed
$169,900
+13
House in the Woods: Charming slab on grade, newly updated, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom home just 5 miles outside of Grand Rapids. With 3.7 acres to explore, 528 ft of lake shore on Lower Prairie Lake, a large yard, bicycle and ATV trails nearby, you will love life in the north woods. Livable loft space, walk-in closet, heated ceramic tile floors, engineered wood floors, attached heated garage, attic cold storage, large awning, and an insulated shed. Electric and propane heat. Many great features you don't find in other homes! Whether you’re looking for a home or cabin you need to check this place out!
Public Records
Oct 26, 2017
Sold
$62,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,010 (+53.0%)
$29,787 + $117,050
$146,837
2025
$660 (−23.3%)
$27,221 + $100,862
$128,083
2024
$860 (+198.6%)
$28,666 + $97,173
$125,839
2023
$288 (−14.3%)
$21,968 + $36,075
$58,043
2022
$336 (−1.8%)
$17,443 + $31,989
$49,432
2021
$342 (+36.8%)
$17,443 + $31,989
$49,432
2020
$250 (+64.5%)
$13,530 + $24,713
$38,243
2019
$152 (+65.2%)
$8,845 + $8,590
$17,435
2018
$92
$4,252 + $2,828
$7,080
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.09 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
665
Year built
2017
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Itasca County
APN
02-475-0220
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
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 Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Sq. Ft.: 618
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
Description: Main Floor 3/4 Bath
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 13x14
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 9x12
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 8x10
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 10x14
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Loft
Room Dimensions: 13x14
Basement Information
Basement Features: None
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: None
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Area: 665
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Metal
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Lake Bottom: Soft,Undeveloped
Waterfront Feet: 528
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: Y
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 734
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Other Structures: Storage Shed
Accessibility Features: Doors 36"+
Above Grade Finished Area: 734
Amenities: Dock,Tile Floors
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 3.71
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: IRR
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $81
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,167
Tax Year: 2026
Tax With Assessments: $1,248
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Power Company Name: Lake Country Power
Sewer: Private Sewer
Fuel: Propane
Location
School Information
High School District: Grand Rapids
School District Number: 318
School District Phone: 2183275704
Location Information
Directions: From Grand Rapids, take Hwy 38 N, to right on CR 61, to left on Prairie Lake Rd, to property on right.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 665
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.09 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2017
Year Renovated: —
County: Itasca County
APN: 02-475-0220
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 734
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 734
Building Area Total: 734
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
East Rapids Elementary
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 3.7mi
8/10
Robert J. Elkington Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.8mi
5/10
Grand Rapids Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.0mi
7/10
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 20% for direct sun exposure in Grand Rapids. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.