Charming Downtown Perham Retreat – A Rare Find! Welcome to the heart of Perham, where small-town charm meets everyday convenience! This delightful four-bedroom, two-bath home is perfectly nestled in downtown Perham, MN, offering easy access to local grocery stores, fantastic restaurants, and Highway 10—keeping you connected while enjoying the best of hometown living. Homes like this don’t come around often! Set on an oversized lot, this property provides space and versatility beyond the ordinary. A detached two-stall garage offers ample storage, while an additional outbuilding presents endless possibilities—transform it into a second garage, a dream woodshop, or even a potential living space. Whether you’re looking for a place to call home or an exciting opportunity to make it your own, this Perham gem is waiting for you. Schedule your showing today and discover all it has to offer!
Affordable 4BR city home w/insulated detached 2 car garage in downtown Perham. Huge fenced-in back yard,(perfect for children or daycare)separate workshop & towering pine trees. Newer hi-eff furnace w/central air. Large daylight filled living room. Cute back entry combined with laundry. Room to add master bath. Exterior has newer shingles, steel siding, handicap ramp & concrete driveway.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #LKSR20-6830
Jul 8, 2011
Listed
$79,900
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #LKSR20-4190
Jun 11, 2010
Listed
$82,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,624 (−51.9%)
2025
$3,374 (+119.7%)
2024
$1,536 (+2.0%)
2023
$1,506 (+17.5%)
2022
$1,282 (+8.8%)
2021
$1,178 (+16.9%)
2020
$1,008 (+2.6%)
2019
$982 (+12.6%)
2018
$872
2017
$872 (+0.2%)
2016
$870 (+10.1%)
2015
$790 (+9.4%)
2014
$722
Tax history for 434 E Main St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,624 (−51.9%)
2025
$3,374 (+119.7%)
2024
$1,536 (+2.0%)
2023
$1,506 (+17.5%)
2022
$1,282 (+8.8%)
2021
$1,178 (+16.9%)
2020
$1,008 (+2.6%)
2019
$982 (+12.6%)
2018
$872
2017
$872 (+0.2%)
2016
$870 (+10.1%)
2015
$790 (+9.4%)
2014
$722
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
1936
Sq. Ft.
1,300
Year built
1895
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Otter Tail County
APN
77000990505000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Concrete
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Dimensions: 30 x 28
Garage Sq. Ft.: 480
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Block
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Central Air
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Other
Foundation Area: 1,300
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,500
Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,300
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,300
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.43
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 150 x 100
Financial
Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $14,640
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,536
Tax Year: 2024
Tax With Assessments: $1,536
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City Water/Connected
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Fuel: Natural Gas
Location
School Information
High School District: Perham-Dent
School District Number: 549
School District Phone: 218-346-4501
Location Information
Directions: Go East on Main Street out of Perham.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,300
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1895
Year Renovated: 1936
County: Otter Tail County
APN: 77000990505000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 3, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1300
Main Level Finished Area: 1300.0000
Building Area Total: 2800
Foundation Dimensions: 30 x 35
Age Of Property: 130
Levels: One and One Half
Around this home
Schools
Heart Of The Lake Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.7mi
7/10
Prairie Wind Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Perham Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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 97° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Perham, MN • 56573
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.9 hrs
3.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$220,000 – $267,000
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