Enjoy the perfect Northwoods escape on pristine Barnum Lake. 2.75 acres with over 500 feet of shoreline in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 3-bath home offers exceptional year-round living with thoughtful finishes and classic lake country charm. Interior highlights include an inviting wood-burning fireplace, custom granite countertops, a relaxing sauna, newer drilled well with a reverse osmosis water system, and an airy screened porch overlooking the water. The open living spaces and well-appointed bedrooms create a comfortable retreat for family and guests. Barnum Lake is a private, clear-water lake and an excellent fishery for bass, northern, and panfish, ideal for boating and fishing. The property feels like a wilderness sanctuary—abundant wildlife and total privacy—yet is located between Longville and Hackensack for convenient access to services and shopping. Can be sold turn-key, including a pontoon with a newer four-stroke motor, this home is a rare find on a tranquil, high-quality lake. Schedule a showing to experience this hidden gem for yourself!
Single-familyProperty Type
1975Year Built
2.75 acresLot Size
$225Price/Sq.Ft.
$21/moHOA Dues
Listed by Jordan Fevold• Bill Hansen Realty/Longville
The perfect northwoods escape on Barnum Lake is here! Enjoy total privacy on this one of a kind property. 2.75 acres and over 500’ of shoreline. This 3 bed/3bath home is beautifully updated and offers wonderful year round living. You’ll fall in love with the screen porch, granite countertops, sauna, wood burning fireplace and never want to leave. Barnum lake is a private lake with an excellent fishery for bass & panfish and offers 17+ feet of water clarity. If you’re looking for a property that makes you feel like you’re in the Canadian wilderness full of wildlife but only 15 miles from Hackensack, this is it! Property could be available fully furnished including pontoon with a newer 4 stroke motor. This beautiful home on pristine Barnum Lake is truly a hidden gem.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4918124
Jun 5, 2018
Sold
$275,000
$132/sq ft
May 29, 2018
Pending
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Apr 10, 2018
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Mar 20, 2018
Listed
$299,900
$144/sq ft
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Over 500' of shoreline offers you complete privacy on Barnum Lake! The views from the expansive lakeside deck & large screened porch are outstanding, & make you feel a part of nature. The custom woodwork, granite, & stone fireplace give you a cozy up-north feel, while the open floor plan & huge porch & deck area are perfect for socializing! Barnum Lake is known for its quiet beauty & fishing. You need to see this one!
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4226901
Nov 4, 2004
Listing Removed
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Jun 11, 2004
Listed
$377,000
$181/sq ft
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Last updated by owner on Feb 23, 2017.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Hackensack, MN • 56452
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Redfin Estimate for 5239 Barnum Rd NW
$449,933
$19K under list price of $469K
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