Welcome to your own Northwoods retreat! Set on over 27 wooded acres, this 3-bedroom fixer-upper offers privacy, space, and endless potential. Whether you’re dreaming of a weekend getaway, hobby farm, or year-round country home, this property provides the perfect canvas to bring your vision to life. Inside, the home features a functional layout ready for your updates and personal touch. The unfinished bathroom is ready to be finished your way. Outside, you’ll find five, in tandem, garages—ideal for vehicles, equipment, and outdoor toys. A tractor, riding lawn mower, and snow blower are all included in the sale, making it easy to start enjoying the property right away. Experience peaceful surroundings, abundant wildlife, and the quiet charm of Makinen. If you’re looking for space, potential, and the beauty of the Northwoods, this property delivers.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
27.58 acresLot Size
$141Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 car garageParking
Listed by Nicole Culbert-Dahl• Culbert Realty
Bought with Rachel Lacount• Northwoods Land Office
Brand new roof and exterior painting on this country home located 25 acres. This property also includes a 5 stall garage. Located in Makinen off Deer Forest Road this 3 bedroom, 1 bath home boasts a eat-in kitchen, plus a formal dining room, spacious living room. Only 30 mins from Virginia. Buyer to assume septic.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$958 (−10.8%)
$30,584 + $79,717
$110,301
2025
$1,074 (+20.4%)
$34,359 + $88,150
$122,509
2024
$892 (−0.2%)
$27,582 + $55,841
$83,423
2023
$894 (+13.7%)
$26,801 + $49,428
$76,229
2022
$786 (−12.5%)
$32,802 + $37,596
$70,398
2021
$898 (−0.9%)
$27,380 + $50,019
$77,399
2020
$906 (+16.8%)
$27,380 + $50,019
$77,399
2019
$776 (−2.3%)
$24,890 + $43,834
$68,724
2018
$794 (−48.6%)
$24,890 + $43,834
$68,724
2017
$1,546 (+16.4%)
$40,500 + $65,000
$105,500
2016
$1,328 (+1.1%)
$52,600 + $41,100
$93,700
2014
$1,313
$52,600 + $41,100
$93,700
2013
$1,313
$52,500 + $41,100
$93,600
Tax history for 2801 Deer Forest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$958 (−10.8%)
$30,584 + $79,717
$110,301
2025
$1,074 (+20.4%)
$34,359 + $88,150
$122,509
2024
$892 (−0.2%)
$27,582 + $55,841
$83,423
2023
$894 (+13.7%)
$26,801 + $49,428
$76,229
2022
$786 (−12.5%)
$32,802 + $37,596
$70,398
2021
$898 (−0.9%)
$27,380 + $50,019
$77,399
2020
$906 (+16.8%)
$27,380 + $50,019
$77,399
2019
$776 (−2.3%)
$24,890 + $43,834
$68,724
2018
$794 (−48.6%)
$24,890 + $43,834
$68,724
2017
$1,546 (+16.4%)
$40,500 + $65,000
$105,500
2016
$1,328 (+1.1%)
$52,600 + $41,100
$93,700
2014
$1,313
$52,600 + $41,100
$93,700
2013
$1,313
$52,500 + $41,100
$93,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
27.58 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,176
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Louis County
APN
300-0010-02300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Propane
Interior Features
Appliances: Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Chain Link
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Frame
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size : 1314 x920
Lot Size Acres: 27.58
Location
Schools Information
School District: Ara-Hyt Lk/Bwbk 2711
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,176
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 27.58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Louis County
APN: 300-0010-02300
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mesabi East Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 14.0mi
5/10
Mesabi East Secondary
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 14.0mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 13 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
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Historical weather
Makinen, MN • 55763
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 3 hours in December, placing it below the
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