Unparalleled, one-of-a-kind property! Tucked in off the Smith Lake Road, known for its splendid beauty, tall pines, unspoiled wilderness and plentiful lakes. This home was designed for privacy and large family gatherings. It comes complete with 2 additional lakeside sleeping cottages and an upscaled finished studio with a screen porch. A complete renovation has transformed this property into an architectural gem, blending warmth & sophistication. With rustic pine floors, shiplap walls, a vaulted beamed ceiling in the great room to the granite countertops and windows with wilderness views. Plus, a secluded lakeside gazebo within a private bay. Take in the native flower gardens, blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and fiddlehead in the spring. Enjoy the professionally landscaped fire pit and outside dining space for large gatherings. With 2,545 feet of lakefront, walking trails & backed by 1000's of acres of USDA land make this property truly in the heart of Minnesota's Northwoods.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
32.1 acresLot Size
1 car garageParking
Listed by Cathy Carlson• COLDWELL BANKER NORTHWOODS
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Market trends in 56657, MN
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
98.2%
0.3% MoM
Median sale price
$390K
$75K MoM
Avg. days on market
48d
6 days MoM
Recently sold homes
6
1 MoM
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Sale history for 46507 Smith Lake Rd
Date
Event
Price
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6705980
Jun 30, 2025
Sold
$805,000
May 13, 2025
Contingent
—
Apr 18, 2025
Listed
$820,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6564639
Nov 1, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Oct 9, 2024
Relisted
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Oct 8, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Sep 9, 2024
Price Changed
$825,000
Jul 8, 2024
Listed
$845,000
Jul 5, 2024
Coming Soon
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NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5269698
Feb 24, 2020
Sold
$275,000
Jan 6, 2020
Pending
—
Aug 12, 2019
Price Changed
$297,500
Jul 25, 2019
Listed
$329,900
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Are you looking for a true Northwoods Retreat? Smith Lake Rd is a sought after scenic route known for its tall pines, unspoiled wilderness, and beautiful lakes. Here is your chance to own a rustic cabin in the heart of one of Northern Minnesota's most pristine areas. This rustic, seasonal cabin built by the owner on East Smith Lake sits on 32.86 mature wooded acres, 1015 feet of water frontage and backed by 1000's of acres of gorgeous federal land. Where you are free to roam and hunt. This historic site was once a logging camp and one of the original cabins still remains on the property today. The charming main cabin was built in 2000 and comes complete with 2 BRs, 1 bath, large lake-facing screen porch, deck, pine tongue & groove floors, and beamed ceilings. There is also a small bunkhouse, storage shed and very nice 2 car garage with an unfinished workshop. Properties like this don't come around very often. Schedule your showing today!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,340 (+8.0%)
$264,323 + $164,445
$428,768
2025
$3,094 (+17.1%)
$264,385 + $165,473
$429,858
2024
$2,642 (+2.6%)
$166,857 + $168,133
$334,990
2023
$2,574 (−18.7%)
$162,942 + $158,167
$321,109
2022
$3,166 (+16.5%)
$155,200 + $130,300
$285,500
2021
$2,718 (−10.7%)
$148,800 + $95,400
$244,200
2020
$3,044 (−2.0%)
$149,400 + $96,800
$246,200
2019
$3,106 (+6.7%)
$149,400 + $102,700
$252,100
2018
$2,912 (+4.7%)
$151,500 + $102,700
$254,200
2017
$2,782
$150,400 + $97,800
$248,200
Tax history for 46507 Smith Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,340 (+8.0%)
$264,323 + $164,445
$428,768
2025
$3,094 (+17.1%)
$264,385 + $165,473
$429,858
2024
$2,642 (+2.6%)
$166,857 + $168,133
$334,990
2023
$2,574 (−18.7%)
$162,942 + $158,167
$321,109
2022
$3,166 (+16.5%)
$155,200 + $130,300
$285,500
2021
$2,718 (−10.7%)
$148,800 + $95,400
$244,200
2020
$3,044 (−2.0%)
$149,400 + $96,800
$246,200
2019
$3,106 (+6.7%)
$149,400 + $102,700
$252,100
2018
$2,912 (+4.7%)
$151,500 + $102,700
$254,200
2017
$2,782
$150,400 + $97,800
$248,200
*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
—
Stories
—
Lot width
2 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
32.1 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,200
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Itasca County
APN
66-002-1100
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gravel
Garage Spaces: 1
Garage Dimensions: 23x23
Garage Sq. Ft.: 896
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
# of Quarter Baths (Total): 1
Description: Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Other,Shower Only
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Den
Room Dimensions: 9.7x12
Room Level: Upper
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 9.4x15.4
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Great Room
Room Dimensions: 11.4x29.4
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Guest House
Room Dimensions: 13.3x11
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Guest House
Room Dimensions: 9.3x19.3
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 14x19.5
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 11x13
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 9.1x14.1
Room Level: Upper
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Studio
Room Dimensions: 14.5x18.1
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: Crawl Space
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Eat In Kitchen,Living/Dining Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling Information: None
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Area: 1,200
Roof: Age Over 8 Years, Asphalt
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Lake Bottom: Sand
Waterfront Feet: 2545
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: N
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,620
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Other Structures: Garage(s), Bunk House, Gazebo, Studio
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,620
Lot Information
Lot Features: Tree Coverage - Heavy
Lot Size Area: 32.1
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 32.1 irregular
Financial
Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $81
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,013
Tax Year: 2025
Tax With Assessments: $3,094
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Drilled
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Power Company Name: Northern Itasca Electric
Sewer: Mound Septic, 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: Hwy 38 North to right on Smith Lake Rd. to property on right. 2nd bath is compost toilet in garage.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,200
Stories: —
Lot Size: 32.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: —
County: Itasca County
APN: 66-002-1100
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1620
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 1200
Building Area Total: 1620
Foundation Details: Other
Levels: One and One Half
Around this home
Schools
Cohasset Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 19.2mi
7/10
Robert J. Elkington Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 21.1mi
5/10
Grand Rapids Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 20.6mi
7/10
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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 92° 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
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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