Set above Whaletail Lake, 2565 Highland Road offers the property combination that is impossible to find in Minnetrista: large lake frontage along with usable and practical acreage. Take advantage of all the water activities that come with 700 feet of lakeshore while also being able to enjoy the privacy and freedom of your own land. Home completely remodeled starting in 2020 with the addition built in 2022, providing the benefit of a newer roof, septic, windows, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc. Step inside the main level to find an open kitchen, informal dining, flex room with wood burning stove, office, full bath and large mudroom with laundry directly off the garage. A truly private owner’s suite on the upper level is set aside from the other bedrooms and features a wood soaking tub and walk in shower. A large loft and second full bath with dual sinks and plumbed for washer/dryer are situated off the additional three bedrooms on the upper level. The new oversized and insulated three car garage boasts in floor heating and provides additional storage space for one's toys. Come visit this rare property that offers endless opportunities for the next owner to make it their forever home.
Unique floor plan with the main living space being on one of two upper levels. Primary suite is on the second upper level.
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Sale history for 2565 Highland Rd
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Sep 26, 2025
Sold
$798,824
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6746947
Sep 23, 2025
Sold
$799,000
Sep 3, 2025
Pending
—
Aug 27, 2025
Contingent
—
Aug 4, 2025
Price Changed
$829,900
Jul 9, 2025
Listed
$849,000
Jul 5, 2025
Coming Soon
$849,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6732713
Jun 30, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Jun 14, 2025
Listed
$889,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5334994
Jul 24, 2020
Sold
$340,000
Jul 10, 2020
Pending
—
Jun 13, 2020
Listing Removed
—
May 27, 2020
Relisted
—
May 22, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Nov 25, 2019
Listed
$379,900
+3
Property located on whale tail lake. Great fishing. Build your new home on this spacious 9 acre lot ideal location. Convenient location to surround lakes & shopping,golfing, Lake Minnetonka, Lake Waconia, and numerous parks and trails. Come tour the property.Take a walk to the lake. Property is zoned single family residential
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,462 (+1.4%)
$434,700 + $248,800
$683,500
2025
$7,356 (+1.8%)
$434,700 + $248,900
$683,600
2024
$7,225 (−0.6%)
$434,700 + $258,300
$693,000
2023
$7,271 (+52.0%)
$414,000 + $275,000
$689,000
2022
$4,784 (+4.9%)
2021
$4,560 (+12.5%)
2020
$4,053 (+28.5%)
2019
$3,153 (−4.7%)
2018
$3,310 (+1.0%)
2017
$3,276 (−2.0%)
2015
$3,343 (−1.8%)
2014
$3,404 (−3.0%)
2013
$3,509 (−5.9%)
2012
$3,728
Tax history for 2565 Highland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,462 (+1.4%)
$434,700 + $248,800
$683,500
2025
$7,356 (+1.8%)
$434,700 + $248,900
$683,600
2024
$7,225 (−0.6%)
$434,700 + $258,300
$693,000
2023
$7,271 (+52.0%)
$414,000 + $275,000
$689,000
2022
$4,784 (+4.9%)
2021
$4,560 (+12.5%)
2020
$4,053 (+28.5%)
2019
$3,153 (−4.7%)
2018
$3,310 (+1.0%)
2017
$3,276 (−2.0%)
2015
$3,343 (−1.8%)
2014
$3,404 (−3.0%)
2013
$3,509 (−5.9%)
2012
$3,728
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9.32 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
1,184
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hennepin County
APN
20 117 24 12 0005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Heated Garage
Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Dimensions: 35x26
Garage Sq. Ft.: 922
Garage Door Height: 8
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
Description: Full Primary,Private Primary,Main Floor Full Bath,Upper Level Full Bath
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 10x9
Room Level: Upper
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 10x8
Room Level: Upper
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 27x14
Room Level: Upper
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 23x16
Room Level: Upper
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Dimensions: 10x9
Room Level: Upper
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Informal Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 16x14
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 17x16
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 10x9
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Mud Room
Room Dimensions: 16x10
Room Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Office
Room Dimensions: 8x6
Room Level: Main
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 11x9
Room Level: Upper
Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 11x10
Room Level: Upper
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Unfinished
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Informal Dining Room
Other Rooms Information
3 BR on One Level,4 BR on One Level,Main Floor Laundry,Primary Bdr Suite
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Central Air
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Area: 526
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less
Exterior Features
Patio Porch Type: Patio,Porch
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Waterfront Feet: 700
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: N
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 2,740
Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 526
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Other Structures: Barn(s), Screenhouse, Storage Shed
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,740
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 13.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 962x700X1052X545
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,356
Tax Year: 2025
Tax With Assessments: $7,356
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes
Fuel: Propane
Location
School Information
High School District: Watertown-Mayer
School District Number: 111
School District Phone: 9529550480
Location Information
Directions: 110 North on Highland or 92 West on W Highland and then North on Highland.
Map Coordinate: 116-B1
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,184
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 9.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Hennepin County
APN: 20 117 24 12 0005
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2740
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 1242
Building Area Total: 3266
Foundation Details: Block
Foundation Dimensions: 24x17 and 11X11
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Watertown-Mayer Elementary School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 4.8mi
9/10
Watertown-Mayer Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 6.4mi
9/10
Watertown Mayer High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.4mi
8/10
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.4 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$930,000 – $1.13M
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