This secluded and understated estate, set on 40 pristine acres, offers a rare opportunity to embrace an exceptionally private, self-sustaining lifestyle surrounded by Northern Minnesota's natural beauty. Thoughtfully updated, the residence features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a greenhouse, and a sauna, with two of the three bedrooms newly constructed. Inside, soaring 9-foot pine ceilings, freshly whitewashed pine walls, and a semi-open floor plan create a refined blend of rustic elegance and modern comfort. Concrete floors throughout, partial handicap accessibility, and a no-edge shower further enhance the home's timeless design. A newly constructed atrium and unfinished guest apartment provide exceptional potential, envisioned to include a kitchen, living area, bedroom, and spacious bathroom. Designed to maximize natural light, this impressive space features a poured concrete floor, twelve 5x5 windows, six skylights, four exterior doors, and elegant French doors that open to a flourishing plum orchard, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The meticulously maintained grounds are equally impressive, highlighted by a mature apple orchard, a newly installed fire pit for memorable evenings beneath expansive skies, and an expansive five-stall drive-through garage with a generous mudroom offering convenient access to both the atrium and apartment. A newer septic system further complements the property's extensive improvements. Combining privacy, craftsmanship, and self-sufficient living with endless possibilities, this extraordinary estate delivers a lifestyle that is as distinctive as it is unforgettable.
Single-familyProperty Type
2004Year Built
40 acresLot Size
5 car garageParking
Listed by Samuel Olson• Edina Realty, Inc. - Duluth
Listed by Julie Brown• Edina Realty, Inc. - Duluth
Est. $2,554 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5246 Buck Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
LSAR as distributed by WIREX #6126879
Aug 28, 2026
Sold
$525,000
Aug 4, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 21, 2026
Listed
$550,000
+45
This secluded and understated estate, set on 40 pristine acres, offers a rare opportunity to embrace an exceptionally private, self-sustaining lifestyle surrounded by Northern Minnesota's natural beauty. Thoughtfully updated, the residence features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a greenhouse, and a sauna, with two of the three bedrooms newly constructed. Inside, soaring 9-foot pine ceilings, freshly whitewashed pine walls, and a semi-open floor plan create a refined blend of rustic elegance and modern comfort. Concrete floors throughout, partial handicap accessibility, and a no-edge shower further enhance the home's timeless design. A newly constructed atrium and unfinished guest apartment provide exceptional potential, envisioned to include a kitchen, living area, bedroom, and spacious bathroom. Designed to maximize natural light, this impressive space features a poured concrete floor, twelve 5x5 windows, six skylights, four exterior doors, and elegant French doors that open to a flourishing plum orchard, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The meticulously maintained grounds are equally impressive, highlighted by a mature apple orchard, a newly installed fire pit for memorable evenings beneath expansive skies, and an expansive five-stall drive-through garage with a generous mudroom offering convenient access to both the atrium and apartment. A newer septic system further complements the property's extensive improvements. Combining privacy, craftsmanship, and self-sufficient living with endless possibilities, this extraordinary estate delivers a lifestyle that is as distinctive as it is unforgettable.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #7113492
Aug 28, 2026
Sold
$525,000
Aug 4, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 26, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 21, 2026
Listed
$550,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6584515
Oct 7, 2024
Listing Removed
—
Sep 27, 2024
Contingent
—
Sep 17, 2024
Price Changed
$475,000
Aug 24, 2024
Price Changed
$494,900
Aug 16, 2024
Listed
$525,000
Public Records
Mar 3, 2023
Sold
$269,000
Public Records
Jan 25, 2023
Sold
$79,000
Public Records
Mar 19, 2004
Sold
$130,000
Public Records
Mar 13, 1999
Sold
$79,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,790 (+7.6%)
$58,034 + $221,762
$279,796
2025
$2,594 (−0.5%)
$57,776 + $213,518
$271,294
2024
$2,606 (−11.4%)
$50,722 + $198,054
$248,776
2023
$2,940 (+0.3%)
$41,000 + $204,200
$245,200
2022
$2,932 (+9.9%)
$71,700 + $177,200
$248,900
2021
$2,668 (−1.2%)
$67,500 + $153,600
$221,100
2020
$2,700 (+3.1%)
$67,500 + $153,600
$221,100
2019
$2,618 (+1.4%)
$67,500 + $153,600
$221,100
2018
$2,582 (+1.7%)
$62,400 + $146,800
$209,200
2017
$2,538 (−0.8%)
$62,400 + $146,800
$209,200
2016
$2,558 (−8.8%)
$62,400 + $146,800
$209,200
2014
$2,804 (+0.9%)
$57,800 + $165,200
$223,000
2013
$2,778
$57,800 + $165,200
$223,000
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
40 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,384
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Louis County
APN
400-0010-03540
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 25, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Gravel
Garage Spaces: 5
Garage Dimensions: Irregular
Garage Sq. Ft.: 1,758
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Three Quarter Baths (Total): 1
Description: Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Main Floor Full Bath,Rough In
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 10.6x11.0
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 6.4x9.5
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 14.9x15.2
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Informal Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 10.4x15.2
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 12.6x15.2
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 15.3x26.11
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Dimensions: 11.11x38.10
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 11.4x14.3
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Sitting Room
Room Dimensions: 15.3x26.11
Room Level: Main
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Sauna
Room Dimensions: 6.10x12.1
Room Level: Main
Room 11 Information
Room Type: Sun Room
Room Dimensions: 12.0x54.11
Room Level: Main
Room 12 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 12.2x13.6
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
Basement Information
Basement Features: None
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Eat In Kitchen,Informal Dining Room
Other Rooms Information
3 BR on One Level,All Living Facilities on One Level,Main Floor Bedroom,Main Floor Laundry
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Wood Stove
Cooling Information: None
Interior Features
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Fuel Tank - Rented, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Area: 4,413
Roof: Asphalt, Metal
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Metal, Vinyl, Wood
Fencing: None
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 2,384
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Other Structures: Storage Shed
Accessibility Features: Hallways 42"+, No Stairs External, No Stairs Internal, Partially Wheelchair, Roll-In Shower
Lot Features: Tree Coverage - Heavy, Tree Coverage - Light
Lot Size Area: 40
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 1305x1310
Road Frontage Type: No Outlet/Dead End, Private Road, Unpaved Streets
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Financial
Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $85
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,705
Tax Year: 2026
Tax With Assessments: $2,790
Financial Information
Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Drilled, Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Power Company Name: Lake Country Power
Sewer: Mound Septic, Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes
Fuel: Propane,Wood
Location
School Information
High School District: St. Louis County
School District Number: 2142
School District Phone: 2187498130
Location Information
Directions: West on Industrial Rd from Hwy 33 then south on Buck Rd. Continue to follow Buck Rd to the end and it will be the driveway to your left.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,384
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 40 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Louis County
APN: 400-0010-03540
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 25, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2384
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 2384
Building Area Total: 2384
Foundation Details: Slab
Foundation Dimensions: 50x67 & 23x39
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
South Ridge Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 5.5mi
5/10
South Ridge Secondary
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Saginaw, MN • 55779
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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25
5
40
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49
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65
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68
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39
40
25
23
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Sun exposure
100/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Saginaw. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.8 hrs
5.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$516,000 – $625,000
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