1496 Willard Lake Rd NW Backus, MN 56435
Estimated payment $2,249/month
Total Views
14,479
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,499
Sq Ft
$156
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Wood Burning Stove
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- No HOA
- Living Room
- Family Room
About This Home
OPEN HOUSE noon to 4PM, Saturday 30th. Come and see! Just 30 minutes from shopping and services in the Brainerd-Baxter area, this home offers country living at its finest! This 5 bedroom, 3 bath country home is located on 8.07 acres that abuts 100s of acres of Cass County land that is perfect for hunting and fishing! The home features open-concept living, spacious kitchen, main level laundry, and an attached insulated and finished two-bay garage. There is a jet tub in main bath as well as a walk-in closet of off main bedroom. The home features a large 12’ x 22’ deck off of the living room that overlooks the private backyard. In the back yard is a 8’x24’ wood shed with enclose loft, a 15’x12’ hen house, as well as a 11’x17’ storage shed with loft that opens to a 200 yard shooting range (can be expanded to 500 yards in winter) that can be used either sitting or prone. This property borders county land to enjoy as well as two fenced in garden areas. This home is close to five area lakes and is just a minute from the Public Landing on Ox Yoke lake that has a hard sand bottom for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,602
Year Built
- Built in 2005
Lot Details
- 8.07 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 342 x 1098 x 334 x 1026
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Bi-Level Home
Interior Spaces
- Wood Burning Stove
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Finished Basement
- Basement Window Egress
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Wood
- Well
- Septic System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 340151211
Map
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Home Values in the Area
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,668 | $377,700 | $81,400 | $296,300 |
| 2023 | $1,764 | $400,100 | $74,300 | $325,800 |
| 2022 | $1,616 | $400,100 | $74,300 | $325,800 |
| 2021 | $1,442 | $272,300 | $49,100 | $223,200 |
| 2020 | $1,424 | $241,000 | $49,100 | $191,900 |
| 2019 | $1,244 | $199,600 | $42,200 | $157,400 |
| 2018 | $1,242 | $191,600 | $38,700 | $152,900 |
| 2017 | $1,154 | $191,600 | $38,700 | $152,900 |
| 2016 | $1,036 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,036 | $175,900 | $42,200 | $133,700 |
| 2014 | $938 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2025 07/23/25 | Price Changed | $389,000 | -2.7% | $156 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2025 06/29/25 | Price Changed | $399,900 | -5.9% | $160 / Sq Ft |
| 06/13/2025 06/13/25 | Price Changed | $425,000 | -2.3% | $170 / Sq Ft |
| 05/28/2025 05/28/25 | For Sale | $435,000 | -- | $174 / Sq Ft |
Source: NorthstarMLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $292,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $189,000 | Leer Title Services | |
| Limited Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $150,000 | Leer Title Services | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Rels Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $59,900 | None Available | |
| Deed | $292,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $303,030 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $161,120 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $140,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $110,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $292,500 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: NorthstarMLS
MLS Number: 6728642
APN: 34-015-1211
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