Unique wilderness property with frontage on both the Vermilion River and Pelican River! This 20-acre remote property offers road access and an exceptional setting surrounded by thousands of acres of public land, creating a true Northwoods getaway with endless opportunities for outdoor recreation. The off-grid cabin provides a peaceful basecamp for enjoying the outdoors, with generator-powered electricity and water sourced from rainwater and the river. Additional buildings include a sauna, privy, and a separate bunkhouse/storage building. Whether you're looking for a private hunting retreat, fishing and canoeing destination, snowmobile or ATV getaway, or simply a place to disconnect and enjoy nature, this property offers an incredible opportunity to experience the wilderness. With two rivers, 20 acres of high land and vast public lands nearby, this is a truly unique recreational property. Plumbed in bathroom, no pressurized water.
Unique wilderness property with frontage on both the Vermilion River and Pelican River! This 20-acre remote property offers road access and an exceptional setting surrounded by thousands of acres of public land, creating a true Northwoods getaway with endless opportunities for outdoor recreation. The off-grid cabin provides a peaceful basecamp for enjoying the outdoors, with generator-powered electricity and water sourced from rainwater and the river. Additional buildings include a sauna, privy, and a separate bunkhouse/storage building. Whether you're looking for a private hunting retreat, fishing and canoeing destination, snowmobile or ATV getaway, or simply a place to disconnect and enjoy nature, this property offers an incredible opportunity to experience the wilderness. With two rivers, 20 acres of high land and vast public lands nearby, this is a truly unique recreational property. Plumbed in bathroom, no pressurized water.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,026 (+6.4%)
$54,900 + $20,100
$75,000
2025
$964 (−1.0%)
$54,900 + $20,100
$75,000
2024
$974 (+7.7%)
$52,200 + $22,600
$74,800
2023
$904 (+21.2%)
$46,700 + $18,800
$65,500
2022
$746 (+3.9%)
$38,600 + $16,400
$55,000
2021
$718 (+0.6%)
$38,600 + $13,600
$52,200
2020
$714 (−35.7%)
$38,600 + $13,600
$52,200
2019
$1,110 (−1.6%)
$69,700 + $16,000
$85,700
2018
$1,128 (−1.2%)
$69,700 + $16,000
$85,700
2017
$1,142 (+3.1%)
$69,700 + $16,000
$85,700
2016
$1,108 (−2.6%)
$69,700 + $16,000
$85,700
2014
$1,138 (−0.3%)
$69,700 + $16,000
$85,700
2013
$1,141
$69,700 + $16,000
$85,700
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
1
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Lot depth
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Lot size
20.5 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
402
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
402
Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Louis County
APN
510-0020-04695
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being 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
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Orr, MN • 55771
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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57
39
37
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
June and 2.6 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.5 hrs
2.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 5957 River Rd
$316,015
$8,985 under list price of $325K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $74K to $400K.