Check out this unique property nested back in the red pines in the popular Side Lake recreation area. This seasonal or year round cabin/home, along with the huge 2 stall 30x30 garage that also has spacious space that was built out of the lumber taken off the property itself. The home sits on gorgeous 18+ acres of tall red pines, balsam, sprue and birch trees. Many of the pines are ready to be harvested & put money into your pocket & has Federal land around it as well. You will find many raspberry & blueberry patches along with stands that will be left for hunting the many animals nature has to offer & private pond. One to two miles each way you will find popular lakes to fish on & enjoy more of what nature has to offer! This cabin will come mostly furnished. This is a must see! Schedule your showing today!
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Market trends in 55781, MN
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-List Price
97.4%
+0.2% MoM
Median sale price
$560K
$101K MoM
Avg. days on market
40d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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2 MoM
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Sale history for 12159 East Rd
Date
Event
Price
RAOR #145249
Oct 27, 2023
Sold
$280,000
$389/sq ft
Aug 30, 2023
Relisted
—
Aug 21, 2023
Pending
—
Aug 16, 2023
Delisted
—
Jul 27, 2023
Price Changed
$300,000
$417/sq ft
Jul 11, 2023
Price Changed
$324,500
$451/sq ft
Jun 20, 2023
Listed
$349,500
$485/sq ft
LSAR as distributed by WIREX #6108851
Oct 27, 2023
Sold
$280,000
$389/sq ft
Jun 20, 2023
Listed
$300,000
$417/sq ft
Check out this unique property nested back in the red pines in the popular Side Lake recreation area. This seasonal or year round cabin/home, along with the huge 2 stall 30x30 garage that also has spacious space that was built out of the lumber taken off the property itself. The home sits on gorgeous 18+ acres of tall red pines, balsam, sprue and birch trees. Many of the pines are ready to be harvested & put money into your pocket & has Federal land around it as well. You will find many raspberry & blueberry patches along with stands that will be left for hunting the many animals nature has to offer & private pond. One to two miles each way you will find popular lakes to fish on & enjoy more of what nature has to offer! This cabin will come mostly furnished. This is a must see! Schedule your showing today!
LSAR as distributed by WIREX #6023932
Oct 27, 2016
Sold
$135,000
$188/sq ft
Jul 11, 2016
Listed
$150,000
$208/sq ft
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LOOKING FOR THE PERFECT PRIVATE HOME/RETREAT IN THE POPULAR SIDE LAKE RECREATION AREA CHECK OUT THIS NEWER YEAR ROUND LOG HOME, 2 STALL LOG GARAGE WITH UPSTAIRS BONUS AREA (BOTH HAND BUILT WITH LOGS FROM THE PROPERTY) NESTLED IN AN UNBELIEVABLE RED PINE PLANTATION OVERLOOKING A PRIVATE POND. 100's OF 20 TO 30 INCH RED PINE ENHANCE THE PRIVACY OF THIS BEAUTIFUL PIECE OF PROPERTY MINUTES FROM, SKI AND HIKING TRAILS, FISHING, HUNTING OR JUST CHOOSE TO RELAX AND ENJOY THE PIECE AND QUIET. PROPERTY HAS BEEN SURVEYED.
RAOR #129768
Oct 27, 2016
Sold
$135,000
$188/sq ft
Jun 16, 2016
Listed
$150,000
$208/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,052 (+66.5%)
$48,877 + $100,664
$149,541
2025
$632 (−53.5%)
$37,499 + $70,731
$108,230
2024
$1,360 (+14.3%)
$46,000 + $92,800
$138,800
2023
$1,190 (−7.2%)
$39,400 + $71,600
$111,000
2022
$1,282 (+25.4%)
$38,300 + $71,600
$109,900
2021
$1,022 (+1.8%)
$35,100 + $52,000
$87,100
2020
$1,004 (+2.9%)
$35,100 + $52,000
$87,100
2019
$976 (+34.8%)
$35,100 + $52,000
$87,100
2018
$724 (−1.1%)
$27,100 + $37,100
$64,200
2017
$732 (+8.9%)
$27,100 + $38,800
$65,900
2016
$672 (−17.8%)
$27,100 + $38,800
$65,900
2014
$818 (−0.6%)
$31,700 + $46,900
$78,600
2013
$823
$31,800 + $47,500
$79,300
Tax history for 12159 East Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,052 (+66.5%)
$48,877 + $100,664
$149,541
2025
$632 (−53.5%)
$37,499 + $70,731
$108,230
2024
$1,360 (+14.3%)
$46,000 + $92,800
$138,800
2023
$1,190 (−7.2%)
$39,400 + $71,600
$111,000
2022
$1,282 (+25.4%)
$38,300 + $71,600
$109,900
2021
$1,022 (+1.8%)
$35,100 + $52,000
$87,100
2020
$1,004 (+2.9%)
$35,100 + $52,000
$87,100
2019
$976 (+34.8%)
$35,100 + $52,000
$87,100
2018
$724 (−1.1%)
$27,100 + $37,100
$64,200
2017
$732 (+8.9%)
$27,100 + $38,800
$65,900
2016
$672 (−17.8%)
$27,100 + $38,800
$65,900
2014
$818 (−0.6%)
$31,700 + $46,900
$78,600
2013
$823
$31,800 + $47,500
$79,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
18.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
720
Year built
2005
Style
Other
County
St. Louis County
APN
370-0010-03704
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener, Electric Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck
Fencing: None
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Log
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Irregular Lot
Lot Size : 1145 x692
Lot Size Acres: 18.3
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Hibbing #701
Public facts
Beds: 1
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 720
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 18.3 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Louis County
APN: 370-0010-03704
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public K-1 • Assigned • 16.5mi
Hibbing High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 16.5mi
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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
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
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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