NOT LISTED FOR SALE

12602 County Highway 17 Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Estimated Value: $788,000 - $833,555

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,368 Sq Ft
$590/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 28, 2024

Last sale price $785,000 $574 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,722/month

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 61 Feet of Waterfront
  • Guest House
  • Deck
  • Beach Access
  • Lake View
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

As of October 2024

Piece of Paradise on the Serene Shores of LAKE MELISSA!

Discover the Charm of Lakeside Living with this delightful Cottage Home, nestled on 0.37 Acres with 61ft of Pristine Sugar-Sand Beach.
Situated on the East Shore, you'll enjoy Stunning Sunsets and a Prime Location just minutes from Lake Country staples like Hotel Shoreham & Shady Hollow Flea Market.

Step inside to find a Beautifully Maintained 2-bed, 2-bath home with a beautiful open floor plan.
The Primary Bedroom offers a Full Ensuite Bath and a walk-out 3-Season Porch, providing the perfect spot for soaking in the Serene Views.
The 2-stall Detached Garage not only provides Ample Storage but also includes Guest Quarters with an Additional Bedroom and 3/4 Bath—ideal for hosting family and friends.

Whether you're looking to retire on the lake, renovate and add a second story, or expand your investment portfolio, this property is brimming with potential and ready to accommodate your vision.
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to make Lake Melissa your Year-Round Retreat or Summer Getaway!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Trevin Konley

Jack Chivers Realty Listed on: 08/20/2024

Co-Listed By

Jason Witzke

Jack Chivers Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Paul Baker

Sky Lodge Properties MN, LLC.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,465

Year Built

  • Built in 1942

Lot Details

  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 101 x 252 x 61 x 226
  • 61 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Few Trees
  • Zoning described as Shoreline,Residential-Single Family

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,368 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Lake Views
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • No Interior Steps

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Additional Homes

  • Guest House
  • One Bathroom Guest House

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Sand Point Well
  • Well
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Eddy Lodge Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 191217000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,465

Year Built

Built in 1942

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Cooling System: None
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Accessibility Features: No Stairs Internal
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Water Source: Sand Point, Well
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1368
  • Water Body Name: Melissa
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Rental License?: No
  • InternetOptions: Fiber Optic
  • Second Unit: Existing In-Law w/Bath
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace Features: Full Masonry, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Living Area: 1368
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Basement YN: No
  • Dining Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Primary Bathroom, Bedroom 2, Bathroom, Sun Room, Three Season Porch, Garage, Guest House, Deck, Patio, Laundry

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • View: Lake, South, West
  • Other Structures: Additional Garage, Bunk House
  • ConstructionMaterialsDesc: Concrete,Frame
  • PatioPorchType: Deck,Enclosed,Front Porch,Porch,Screened
  • Lake Bottom: Excellent Sand
  • LakeChain: N
  • Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Feet: 0-4
  • Waterfront Frontage: 61

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Detached, Gravel

Utilities

  • Heating: Baseboard, Fireplace(s)
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes, Tank with Drainage Field
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Fuel: Electric,Wood

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Dock,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Patio,Porch,Panoramic View,Sun Room,Tile Floors

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Detroit Lakes
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 218-847-9271

Lot Info

  • Topography: Level,Walkout
  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 101 x 252 x 61 x 226
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16117.2
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Light
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • AssessmentPending: No
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Seasonal

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 191217000
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5465
  • TaxWithAssessments: 5666.0000

Multi Family

  • WaterfrontFeatures: Lake Front, Lake View

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 2025
Sold by
Mach Lisa
Bought by
Eades Cary
Current Estimated Value
$807,639

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 20, 2024
Closed on
Oct 28, 2024
Sold by
Linda N Dillard Declaration Of Trust and Dillard James N
Bought by
Winter Sports Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Trevin Konley
Jack Chivers Realty
Buyer's Agent
Paul Baker
Sky Lodge Properties MN, LLC.
List Price
$875,000
Sold Price
$785,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$90,000
-10.29%
Views
17

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.74%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2023
Sold by
Dillard Linda N
Bought by
Linda N Dillard Declaration Of Trust and Dillard

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2006
Sold by
Dillard John R and Dillard Anna Gabriela Eklof
Bought by
Dillard Linda N
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Eades Cary $200,500 Title Team
Winter Sports Properties Llc $785,000 None Listed On Document
Linda N Dillard Declaration Of Trust $3,000 None Listed On Document
Dillard Linda N -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/28/2024 10/28/24 Sold $785,000 -7.6% $574 / Sq Ft
10/02/2024 10/02/24 Pending -- -- --
08/30/2024 08/30/24 Price Changed $849,900 -2.9% $621 / Sq Ft
08/23/2024 08/23/24 For Sale $875,000 -- $640 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthstarMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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
2025 $5,582 $817,300 $602,700 $214,600
2024 $5,666 $794,200 $593,100 $201,100
2023 $4,712 $620,200 $477,800 $142,400
2022 $4,536 $537,800 $433,200 $104,600
2021 $4,388 $512,000 $392,700 $119,300
2020 $4,432 $512,000 $392,700 $119,300
2019 $4,520 $506,300 $401,700 $104,600
2018 $3,674 $499,500 $401,700 $97,800
2017 $3,686 $465,600 $360,600 $105,000
2016 $3,568 $453,800 $360,600 $93,200
2015 $3,078 $379,500 $296,000 $83,500
2014 -- $310,600 $230,000 $80,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 6587197

NorthstarMLS

APN: R191217000