Nearly 5 acres in the Side Lake area offering space, privacy and excellent recreational access! This 2-bedroom, one-level property includes a large 28x40 detached garage, providing plenty of room for vehicles, recreational equipment and storage. The setting features an open yard surrounded by the wooded character northern Minnesota is known for. Located near McCarthy Beach State Park, Side Lake and Sturgeon Lake, with access to fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking and an extensive network of year-round recreational trails. McCarthy Beach State Park is especially known for its sugar-sand beach and access to the area's interconnected lakes and trail systems. The home currently has no running water; seller is not aware of a well or septic system. A unique opportunity for buyers looking for acreage and a recreational foothold in the Side Lake area.
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Market trends in 55781, MN
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-list price
95.4%
2.0% MoM
Median sale price
$560K
$164 MoM
Avg. days on market
15d
25 days MoM
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Rental estimate
Est. $1,586 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 12594 East Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
LSAR as distributed by WIREX #6127229
Sep 9, 2026
Sold
$45,000
Aug 20, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 7, 2026
Listed
$49,000
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Nearly 5 acres in the Side Lake area offering space, privacy and excellent recreational access! This 2-bedroom, one-level property includes a large 28x40 detached garage, providing plenty of room for vehicles, recreational equipment and storage. The setting features an open yard surrounded by the wooded character northern Minnesota is known for. Located near McCarthy Beach State Park, Side Lake and Sturgeon Lake, with access to fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, biking and an extensive network of year-round recreational trails. McCarthy Beach State Park is especially known for its sugar-sand beach and access to the area's interconnected lakes and trail systems. The home currently has no running water; seller is not aware of a well or septic system. A unique opportunity for buyers looking for acreage and a recreational foothold in the Side Lake area.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #7123296
Sep 9, 2026
Sold
$45,000
Aug 19, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 7, 2026
Listed
$49,900
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$674 (+180.8%)
$27,500 + $33,100
$60,600
2025
$240 (+2.6%)
$16,500 + $18,900
$35,400
2024
$234 (+5.4%)
$15,720 + $18,900
$34,620
2023
$222 (−2.6%)
$14,160 + $14,520
$28,680
2022
$228 (−0.9%)
$13,860 + $14,520
$28,380
2021
$230 (+6.5%)
$12,840 + $15,180
$28,020
2020
$216 (+5.9%)
$12,840 + $15,180
$28,020
2019
$204
$12,840 + $15,180
$28,020
2018
$204
$12,840 + $15,180
$28,020
2017
$204 (+1.0%)
$12,840 + $15,900
$28,740
2016
$202 (−17.2%)
$12,800 + $15,900
$28,700
2014
$244 (−3.7%)
$13,900 + $23,100
$37,000
2013
$254
$13,900 + $23,800
$37,700
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.92 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
624
Year built
1940
Style
Other
County
St. Louis County
APN
370-0010-04370
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Dimensions: 28x40
Garage Sq. Ft.: 1,120
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Basement Information
Basement Features: None
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: None
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Area: 624
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Wood
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 624
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Above Grade Finished Area: 624
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 4.92
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 4.92 acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $674
Tax Year: 2026
Tax With Assessments: $674
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: None
Sewer: None
Fuel: Propane
Location
School Information
High School District: Hibbing
School District Number: 701
School District Phone: 2182634850
Location Information
Directions: At intersection Hwy 5 and E Rd (just South of Side Lake), go east to property on the right.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 624
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4.92 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Louis County
APN: 370-0010-04370
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 624
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 624
Building Area Total: 624
Foundation Details: Other
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public K-1 • Assigned • 16.7mi
Hibbing High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 16.7mi
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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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 2.8 hours in December, placing it below the
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