Charming, move-in ready A-frame style home. This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom property sits on 0.75 acres and offers 1,264 square feet of interior living space. The house features 100 feet of waterfront on Ward Lake, home to Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye. Recently remodeled, updates include new siding, roof, windows, flooring, and bathroom. A new deck with lake views, new stairs leading to the water, and a dock and pontoon are also included. The home has a new dishwasher, energy-efficient mini-split heating and cooling system, and an insulated crawl space. This property is fully furnished and is currently used as a successful VRBO vacation rental. A public boat landing is located nearby for easy lake access. The back deck offers scenic views of the lake, making it suitable for relaxing or hosting. Ideal for year-round living, seasonal retreats, or continued rental use. A practical layout and updated features make this a ready-to-use waterfront home.
Charming, move-in ready A-frame style home. This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom property sits on 0.75 acres and offers 1,264 square feet of interior living space. The house features 100 feet of waterfront on Ward Lake, home to Largemouth Bass, Northern Pike, and Walleye. Recently remodeled, updates include new siding, roof, windows, flooring, and bathroom. A new deck with lake views, new stairs leading to the water, and a dock and pontoon are also included. The home has a new dishwasher, energy-efficient mini-split heating and cooling system, and an insulated crawl space. This property is fully furnished and is currently used as a successful VRBO vacation rental. A public boat landing is located nearby for easy lake access. The back deck offers scenic views of the lake, making it suitable for relaxing or hosting. Ideal for year-round living, seasonal retreats, or continued rental use. A practical layout and updated features make this a ready-to-use waterfront home.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6021947
Sep 15, 2021
Sold
$229,900
Sep 3, 2021
Pending
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Jul 16, 2021
Contingent
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Jul 12, 2021
Listed
$229,900
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Charming A-Frame, Year-round Cabin on Ward Lake with Western exposure. 2+ bedroom and 3/4 bath with conventional septic and well. 100' of sandy frontage with excellent swimming beach. Lake has excellent fishing and is perfect for pontoon cruises! Less than 1.5 hours from the Twin Cities! Hurry and enjoy the rest of the summer here!!
Public Records
Mar 7, 2016
Sold
$108,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4598461
Mar 7, 2016
Pending
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Mar 4, 2016
Sold
$108,000
Jan 11, 2016
Contingent
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Nov 18, 2015
Relisted
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Nov 13, 2015
Listing Removed
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Aug 5, 2015
Price Changed
$125,000
May 14, 2015
Listed
$135,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,855 (+0.5%)
$69,300 + $100,000
$169,300
2024
$2,840 (+5.7%)
$69,300 + $100,000
$169,300
2023
$2,686 (+14.1%)
$69,300 + $100,000
$169,300
2022
$2,355 (+8.1%)
$69,300 + $100,000
$169,300
2021
$2,179 (+13.2%)
$69,300 + $89,300
$158,600
2020
$1,925 (−12.5%)
$69,300 + $89,300
$158,600
2019
$2,200 (−16.0%)
$69,300 + $89,300
$158,600
2018
$2,619 (+21.3%)
$69,300 + $89,300
$158,600
2017
$2,158 (−8.4%)
$69,300 + $89,300
$158,600
2016
$2,356 (−10.2%)
$69,300 + $100,400
$169,700
2014
$2,625 (−4.5%)
$86,700 + $102,900
$189,600
2013
$2,748
$86,700 + $102,900
$189,600
Tax history for 2781 Jenssen Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,855 (+0.5%)
$69,300 + $100,000
$169,300
2024
$2,840 (+5.7%)
$69,300 + $100,000
$169,300
2023
$2,686 (+14.1%)
$69,300 + $100,000
$169,300
2022
$2,355 (+8.1%)
$69,300 + $100,000
$169,300
2021
$2,179 (+13.2%)
$69,300 + $89,300
$158,600
2020
$1,925 (−12.5%)
$69,300 + $89,300
$158,600
2019
$2,200 (−16.0%)
$69,300 + $89,300
$158,600
2018
$2,619 (+21.3%)
$69,300 + $89,300
$158,600
2017
$2,158 (−8.4%)
$69,300 + $89,300
$158,600
2016
$2,356 (−10.2%)
$69,300 + $100,400
$169,700
2014
$2,625 (−4.5%)
$86,700 + $102,900
$189,600
2013
$2,748
$86,700 + $102,900
$189,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.75 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Polk County
APN
012009800000
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gravel
Carport Spaces: 0
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Description: Main Floor Full Bath
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 8 x 6
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 8 x 12
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 9 x 9
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 14 x 10
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 19 x 12
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 9 x 9
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 24 x 12
Room Level: Upper
Basement Information
Basement Features: Crawl Space
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Ductless Mini-Split, Other
Cooling Information: Ductless Mini-Split
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Area: 1,024
Exterior Features
Patio Porch Type: Deck,Patio
Exterior Features: Wood
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Lake Bottom: Hard,Sand
Waterfront Elevation: 15-26
Waterfront Feet: 100
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: N
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,264
Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 200
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Other Structures: Storage Shed
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,264
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.75
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 0
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,840
Tax Year: 2024
Tax With Assessments: $2,840
Financial Information
Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Drilled, Well
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Private Sewer
Fuel: Propane
Location
School Information
High School District: Luck
School District Number: 3213
School District Phone: 7154722151
Location Information
Directions: From Frederic: East on County Rd W to County Rd I-South to 280th Ave.-East approx 2 1/2 miles to Jenssen Rd.(east side of Ward Lake)-South to property
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.75 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Polk County
APN: 012009800000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1264
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 1000
Building Area Total: 1464
Foundation Details: Other
Levels: One and One Half
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Schools
Luck Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.0mi
5/10
Luck Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.0mi
4/10
Luck High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.0mi
6/10
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Estimated sale price
$354,000 – $428,000
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