Attractive homestead located in the city of Perham! Nice and large fenced in good looking back yard. Detached 16x24 garage and a newer driveway. This is a charming 3 bedroom 2 bath home with many updates already completed. Steel siding, central air, natural gas forced air furnace and newer nat. gas water heater, large main floor bedroom and bath, upper level bedrooms with hard wood floors. Basement level is half finished with a large family room, laundry room, utility room, and cellar area. 80x150 lot with plenty of room for entertainment and camp fires.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.28 acresLot Size
1 car garageParking
Listed by Austin Bachmann• Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes
Remarkably renovated home with original charm in quiet neighborhood. Updates include new kitchen, baths, main floor bedroom, plumbing, electric, flooring, & central air. New rustic vinyl plank flooring flow throughout the majority of the main level. Kitchen features quality cabinetry, newer appliances, & breakfast bar. Huge main floor bedroom includes nice walk-in closet w/natural light. Upper level has two bedrooms w/original red oak flooring, along with renovated bath. Lower level could be finished for extra sleeping or rec room. Large private fenced-in backyard is perfect for children, pets, or just peace and quiet. Located close to downtown, shopping, parks, and schools. Don't miss out!
LSAR as distributed by WIREX #2234317
Jan 16, 2015
Sold
$125,000
Sep 15, 2014
Listed
$135,000
+11
Completely remodeled city home in great SW location. Updates include new kitchen, baths, master bedroom, plumbing, electric, central air, huge fenced in yard and more. This is a must see home!
RASM #4675033
Jan 16, 2015
Sold
$125,000
Sep 15, 2014
Listed
$135,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6056571
Jan 16, 2015
Sold
$125,000
Sep 15, 2014
Listed
$135,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #LKSR20-13872
Dec 9, 2014
Pending
—
Sep 16, 2014
Listed
$135,000
Public Records
Jun 18, 2004
Sold
$85,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,582 (−2.7%)
2025
$2,654 (−8.9%)
2024
$2,914 (+81.7%)
2023
$1,604 (+10.3%)
2022
$1,454 (−4.1%)
2021
$1,516 (+2.2%)
$12,000 + $104,000
$116,000
2020
$1,484 (+3.9%)
$12,000 + $99,500
$111,500
2019
$1,428 (+76.3%)
$12,000 + $96,000
$108,000
2018
$810 (−0.7%)
2017
$816 (+2.5%)
2016
$796 (+13.7%)
2015
$700 (+10.8%)
2014
$632
Tax history for 557 4th St SW
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,582 (−2.7%)
2025
$2,654 (−8.9%)
2024
$2,914 (+81.7%)
2023
$1,604 (+10.3%)
2022
$1,454 (−4.1%)
2021
$1,516 (+2.2%)
$12,000 + $104,000
$116,000
2020
$1,484 (+3.9%)
$12,000 + $99,500
$111,500
2019
$1,428 (+76.3%)
$12,000 + $96,000
$108,000
2018
$810 (−0.7%)
2017
$816 (+2.5%)
2016
$796 (+13.7%)
2015
$700 (+10.8%)
2014
$632
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
1976
Sq. Ft.
872
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Otter Tail County
APN
77000990214000
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: 1
Garage Dimensions: 16x24
Garage Sq. Ft.: 384
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Level: Upper
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Level: Upper
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Level: Upper
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Level: Lower
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Level: Lower
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Level: Lower
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Block
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bathroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Family Room, Utility Room, Laundry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oil Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Metal Siding
Foundation Area: 832
Roof: Asphalt
Exterior Features
Fencing: Partial, Wood
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,216
Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 832
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features: Other
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,216
Below Grade Finished Area: 416
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.28
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 80x150
Financial
Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $12,347.81
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,914
Tax Year: 2024
Tax With Assessments: $2,914
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: From W Main St go SW on 6th Ave SW near the Fire Dept., go 3 blocks and turn left on SW 4th St to the property on the right side.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 872
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1976
County: Otter Tail County
APN: 77000990214000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 3, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1632
Main Level Finished Area: 832.0000
Building Area Total: 2048
Foundation Dimensions: 16x32
Age Of Property: 77
Levels: One and One Half
Around this home
Schools
Heart Of The Lake Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Prairie Wind Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
Perham Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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
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.
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Estimated sale price
$239,000 – $289,000
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