Cozy seasonal cabin, tucked away down a winding road waiting for a new owner to love it! Thoughtfully restored original log cabin with 1 bedroom plus loft, large 3/4 bath, charming living/dining area and kitchen with well-organized layout. Brand new lake water system, shared septic as part of the common-interest community. 100 feet of shoreline with captivating views from lakefront deck. Enjoy wonderful evenings lakeside around the stone firepit. Come see this inviting getaway on beautiful Lake Kabetogama.
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Market trends in 56669, MN
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-List Price
96.4%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$134K
$39 MoM
Avg. days on market
38d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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Sale history for 12697 Northern Lights Rd
Date
Event
Price
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6230553
Sep 29, 2022
Sold
$329,500
Aug 19, 2022
Pending
—
Jul 28, 2022
Price Changed
$339,000
Jul 5, 2022
Listed
$359,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6227404
Jul 7, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Jun 27, 2022
Listed
$359,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3238888
Mar 15, 2007
Listing Removed
—
Jul 19, 2006
Listed
$307,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,262 (+6.3%)
$139,900 + $72,700
$212,600
2025
$2,128 (−2.2%)
$136,800 + $71,100
$207,900
2024
$2,176 (+27.1%)
$136,800 + $71,100
$207,900
2023
$1,712 (−4.5%)
$109,200 + $42,100
$151,300
2022
$1,792 (+8.2%)
$99,700 + $40,000
$139,700
2021
$1,656 (−1.2%)
$99,600 + $27,400
$127,000
2020
$1,676 (+4.2%)
$99,600 + $27,400
$127,000
2019
$1,608 (+1.5%)
$99,600 + $27,400
$127,000
2018
$1,584 (−2.2%)
$99,600 + $24,900
$124,500
2017
$1,620 (−4.4%)
$99,600 + $24,900
$124,500
2016
$1,694 (−3.6%)
$98,800 + $27,300
$126,100
2014
$1,758
$98,800 + $25,000
$123,800
2013
$1,758
$98,800 + $25,000
$123,800
Tax history for 12697 Northern Lights Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,262 (+6.3%)
$139,900 + $72,700
$212,600
2025
$2,128 (−2.2%)
$136,800 + $71,100
$207,900
2024
$2,176 (+27.1%)
$136,800 + $71,100
$207,900
2023
$1,712 (−4.5%)
$109,200 + $42,100
$151,300
2022
$1,792 (+8.2%)
$99,700 + $40,000
$139,700
2021
$1,656 (−1.2%)
$99,600 + $27,400
$127,000
2020
$1,676 (+4.2%)
$99,600 + $27,400
$127,000
2019
$1,608 (+1.5%)
$99,600 + $27,400
$127,000
2018
$1,584 (−2.2%)
$99,600 + $24,900
$124,500
2017
$1,620 (−4.4%)
$99,600 + $24,900
$124,500
2016
$1,694 (−3.6%)
$98,800 + $27,300
$126,100
2014
$1,758
$98,800 + $25,000
$123,800
2013
$1,758
$98,800 + $25,000
$123,800
*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
1
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.27 Acres
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
586
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Louis County
APN
402-0056-00080
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gravel, Open
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 10x11
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 11x12
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 10x12
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 10x30
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Loft
Room Level: Upper
Basement Information
Basement Features: Slab
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Living/Dining Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Fireplace(s)
Cooling Information: Window Unit(s)
Interior Features
Room Type: Living Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom, Loft
Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Log
Foundation Area: 786
Roof: Metal
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Water Body Name: Kabetogama
Waterfront Num: 69084500
Lake Acres: 24,034
Lake Classification: General Development
Lake Depth: 80
Waterfront Feet: 100
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: No
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 786
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Sub Type Description: Cabin
Above Grade Finished Area: 786
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.27
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 176x100
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Road Responsibility: Association Maintained Road
Financial
Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $85
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,792
Tax Year: 2022
Tax With Assessments: $1,877
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Water
Power Company Name: North Star Electric Coop
Sewer: Private Sewer
Fuel: Propane
Location
School Information
High School District: St. Louis County
School District Number: 2142
School District Phone: 218-749-8130
Location Information
Directions: From Gateway Store Take Gamma Rd 2.4 mi. Turn Left on Gamma - 2.4 miles. Turn right onto Northern Lights Rd Veer right on NL Road...turn right. Follow signage.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 586
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 0.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1999
County: St. Louis County
APN: 402-0056-00080
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 786
Main Level Finished Area: 536.0000
Building Area Total: 786
Foundation Dimensions: 20x26
Age Of Property: 70
Levels: One and One Half
Around this home
Schools
North Woods Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 41.9mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° 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
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
June and 2.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.