$439,900
$25K PRICE DROP

12280 Mentzer Trail Lindstrom, MN 55045

Estimated payment $2,679/month

Total Views 1,009
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,320 Sq Ft
$333 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 146 Feet of Waterfront
  • Deck
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Chisago Lakes Primary Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Rear Porch

About This Home

Welcome to your dream lake home! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-full-bath cottage on South Lindstrom Lake has been completely transformed since 2024 with extensive updates throughout. Set on a private 1.31-acre peninsula lot with 146 feet of direct lakeshore, this retreat offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and classic lakeside living in a quiet, wildlife-rich setting. The exterior features low-maintenance vinyl siding that requires virtually no upkeep — just enjoy the lake! Step inside the main cabin, where most of the interior has been thoughtfully updated with all-new knotty pine planking and sheetrock walls. New Luxury Vinyl Flooring (NuCore) runs throughout, supported by brand-new subflooring. Fresh ceiling paneling and recessed lighting create a bright, warm atmosphere. The spacious living area features a gas fireplace that makes the room completely cozy all winter long — perfect for relaxing after a day on the water. The brand-new kitchen includes custom cabinets, Silestone countertops and backsplash, new sink and faucet. Both bedrooms have been fully remodeled for comfort and style. You’ll love the all-new full bathroom with premium Silestone surfaces and custom cabinets, plus a brand-new laundry room complete with washer and dryer. Additional updates include a new entryway floor with Luxury Vinyl, a new 40-gallon water heater, new insulated ductwork to every vent from the furnace, and a new in-wall air conditioner for year-round comfort. Outside, enjoy the large, private yard surrounded by mature trees and abundant wildlife — ideal for boating, fishing, or simply relaxing on the screened porch with stunning lake views. The 2-car detached garage provides ample storage, and the updated septic/holding tank (installed 2024) offers peace of mind. Lake & Boating Highlights:
Your 146 feet of shoreline sits on beautiful South Lindstrom Lake (approx. 455 acres). From your dock, you have direct, easy access to North Lindstrom Lake and Chisago Lake — giving you immediate enjoyment of well over 1,400 acres of connected water for boating, fishing, and recreation. When water levels are high enough for the channels and weirs to open fully, you can explore the entire Chisago Lakes chain, which encompasses over 7,000 acres across multiple connected lakes. It’s a boater’s and angler’s paradise with excellent opportunities for all skill levels. Bonus Lifestyle Perk: This property is less than a mile from Chisago Lakes Golf Course! Grab a golf cart and membership, and you’re all set — you can drive your cart straight there for a quick round or a day on the links. This prime location puts you close to town, golf courses, and Chisago Lakes High School while feeling wonderfully secluded on the peninsula. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway, year-round home, or investment property, this move-in-ready lakefront gem — with its extensive renovations and low-maintenance exterior — delivers unbeatable value and lifestyle. Key Recent Updates (2024–2025):
New knotty pine planking & sheetrock walls throughout most of the cabin
New NuCore Luxury Vinyl Flooring + new subflooring
Brand-new kitchen with Silestone countertops/backsplash, custom cabinets, new sink & faucet
Brand-new full bathroom with Silestone & custom cabinets
New laundry room with washer & dryer
New ceiling paneling + recessed lighting
New entryway Luxury Vinyl floor
New 40-gallon water heater
New insulated ductwork to all vents from the furnace
New in-wall air conditioner
Updated septic/holding tank (2024)

Listing Agent

Wyatt Lemon

Real Broker, LLC Listed on: 06/08/2026

Real Broker, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,548

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 146 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Many Trees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,320 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Rear Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 150 Amp Service
  • Well
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • South Beach Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 020165100

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,548

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

1.31 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family
  • Cooling System: Wall Unit(s)
  • Outside Features: Vinyl
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Water Source: Well
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1320
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas
  • Living Area: 1320
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Basement YN: No

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • View: Panoramic, South, West
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • PatioPorchType: Deck, Rear Porch
  • Lake Bottom: Reeds, Sand, Soft, Wetland
  • Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Feet: 0-4
  • Waterfront Frontage: 146

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Detached Garage, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
  • Sewer: Holding Tank, Septic System Compliant - Yes
  • Electric: 150 Amp Service
  • Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Amenities Unit: Deck

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Chisago Lakes
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 6512132096

Lot Info

  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: Irregular
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Tree Coverage - Heavy
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential-Single Family
  • AssessmentPending: No
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 020165100
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3548
  • TaxWithAssessments: 3596

Multi Family

  • WaterfrontFeatures: Lake Front

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $3,612 $350,600 $0 $0
2023 $3,596 $395,400 $285,300 $110,100
2022 $3,736 $346,400 $241,400 $105,000
2021 $3,146 $307,500 $0 $0
2020 $2,980 $257,600 $170,400 $87,200
2019 $3,038 $0 $0 $0
2018 $2,486 $0 $0 $0
2017 $2,308 $0 $0 $0
2016 $2,258 $0 $0 $0
2015 $2,540 $0 $0 $0
2014 -- $179,300 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/15/2026 06/15/26 Price Changed $439,900 -5.4% $333 / Sq Ft
06/08/2026 06/08/26 For Sale $465,000 +52.5% $352 / Sq Ft
07/15/2024 07/15/24 Sold $305,000 -12.9% $231 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/30/2024 06/30/24 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2024 06/05/24 Price Changed $350,000 -12.5% $265 / Sq Ft
05/23/2024 05/23/24 For Sale $400,000 -- $303 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthstarMLS

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $305,000 --
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Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 7089074

NorthstarMLS

APN: 02-01651-00

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