SELLERS ARE RELOCATING & WELCOMES REASONABLE OFFERS! On the shores of Dora Lake, this darling Northwoods cabin offers charm, comfort, and recreation. Situated on a level lot of nearly an acre. The cabin is turnkey and ready to enjoy! Featuring 2 bedrooms, and a 3/4 bath. Conveniences include a brand-new propane wall heater, newer on-demand hot water heater, electric fireplace, high-speed internet, and newer metal roof. Most furnishings will stay, making this an easy start to enjoying lake life right away. Outside you'll find a nice insulated and heated 2-car garage, a storage shed, brand-new dock, new gazebo, a steel pergola surrounding the fire pit. RV hookups with electric, water, and sewer. Plus, a compliant holding tank septic system. Dora Lake is known for excellent fishing and outstanding duck hunting, making this an ideal retreat for outdoor enthusiasts year-round. The location is next to the Lost Forty and close to Class A fishing lakes like Lake Winnibigoshish, Bowstring Lake, and Sand Lake. Northern Minnesota is widely known as a paradise for fishing, hunting, ATV riding, and snowmobiling, offering endless opportunities for year-round recreation and adventure. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful escape, a turnkey seasonal retreat, or the perfect up north gathering place, this charming lake property is ready to be enjoyed from day one. RV included with the right offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
0.8 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Cathy Carlson• COLDWELL BANKER NORTHWOODS
Claim this home to receive a free report every month with insights on the changing estimate.
Market trends in 56661, MN
Last updated August 2026
Sale-to-List Price
97.3%
+0.6% MoM
Median sale price
$279K
$55K MoM
Avg. days on market
65d
2 days MoM
Recently sold homes
6
1 MoM
Provided by Redfin
Homeowner tools
More resources
View owner dashboard
Track your estimate and nearby sale activity
Edit home facts
Review property details and add renovations
Manage photos
Update home photos or make them private
Sale and tax history for 59989 Dora Lake Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #7068935
Aug 7, 2026
Sold
$225,000
Jul 8, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 9, 2026
Price Changed
$225,000
May 8, 2026
Listed
$230,000
May 6, 2026
Coming Soon
$230,000
Public Records
Aug 2, 2023
Sold
$190,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6392380
Aug 3, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Aug 2, 2023
Sold
$190,000
Jul 16, 2023
Pending
—
Jun 27, 2023
Listed
$199,900
+14
199' of west facing level lake shore on Dora lake. 2 BR/1Ba cabin along with a new well, RV hook ups , 20 x 24 insulated heated garage, ON demand HW heater, newer metal roofs, septic holding tanks installed in 2016. Floor is not insulated so, only used seasonally right now, has heat and could be finished to be used year round- Dora Lake is the start to the Bigfork river and is renown for its good fishing and waterfowl, and just down the road from the historic "lost 40" forest.
Public Records
Sep 4, 2014
Sold
$60,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5307909
Dec 3, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jul 7, 2013
Listed
$89,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,268 (+6.4%)
$88,800 + $55,300
$144,100
2025
$1,192 (+14.0%)
$88,800 + $49,600
$138,400
2024
$1,046 (−16.5%)
$88,800 + $34,500
$123,300
2023
$1,252 (+1.8%)
$108,900 + $33,800
$142,700
2022
$1,230 (−1.6%)
$91,300 + $19,900
$111,200
2021
$1,250 (−4.1%)
$91,300 + $19,900
$111,200
2020
$1,304 (+2.7%)
$91,300 + $19,900
$111,200
2019
$1,270 (−24.8%)
$89,000 + $19,900
$108,900
2018
$1,688 (+2.2%)
$102,200 + $53,300
$155,500
2017
$1,652
$102,200 + $53,300
$155,500
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.8 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
480
Year built
—
Style
Other
County
Itasca County
APN
21-410-0410
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Dimensions: 20x24
Garage Sq. Ft.: 480
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 8.4x8.6
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 10x10.5
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 10.5x12.6
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 8.4x8.9
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: None
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Window Unit(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Area: 480
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio Porch Type: Deck,Other
Exterior Features: Wood
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Lake Bottom: Reeds,Sand
Waterfront Feet: 199
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: N
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 480
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Other Structures: Garage(s), Storage Shed
Above Grade Finished Area: 480
Amenities: Deck
Lot Information
Lot Features: Tree Coverage - Light
Lot Size Area: 0.8
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 0.8 acres
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $81
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,187
Tax Year: 2026
Tax With Assessments: $1,268
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Drilled
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Power Company Name: Northern Itasca Electric
Sewer: Holding Tank
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 2 West through Deer River to R on Hwy 46 to R on CR 34 to L on CR 126 to R on CR 29 to L on Dora Lake Rd. to property on L
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 480
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.8 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Itasca County
APN: 21-410-0410
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 480
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 480
Building Area Total: 480
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
Foundation Dimensions: 20x24
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Bigfork Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 18.1mi
5/10
Bigfork Secondary
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 18.1mi
6/10
Provided by GreatSchools
Historical weather
Northome, MN • 56661
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
14
-4
22
4
38
18
47
29
67
43
74
53
80
60
75
57
72
53
57
39
37
26
21
5
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
Try the sun simulator tool to see how light moves across the property at different times of day and year.