$3,000,000

1510 Us 2 NE Bena, MN 56626

Estimated payment $16,957/month

Total Views 102
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,664 Sq Ft
$1,803 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • No HOA
  • Living Room

About This Home

Live and work where you play!

This rambler is a single family home and it is for sale along with the Historic Big Winnie General Store, RV Park and Gas Station!
The private residence, ideal for an owner or manager. The 3-bedroom year-round home has a spacious mud room with laundry, stainless steel appliances, new flooring, LED lights, 2 sizable Main floor bedrooms and a full bathroom, a beautiful main bedroom Sanctuary upstairs. Double detached garage, an oasis like-private backyard, with cozy patios to relax and enjoy the wildlife.

PLUS an Amazing Opportunity!!

A timeless registered historical landmark located in Northern Minnesota, the Winnibigoshish General Store and RV Park, established in 1932, is now available for sale. Nestled in the heart of the scenic Chippewa National Forest along Highway 2, this unique property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offering visitors and owners a rare chance to experience a piece of Minnesota's rich heritage. This Bavarian-inspired convenience store, a 1930s gem presents 42 seasonal RV spots, 12 year-round RV sites all with their own utilities averaging a spacious 42x100 in size, and 4 additional overnight sites – all meticulously maintained with recent upgrades including a new top of the line dispensing gas pumps, fuel tanks, and concrete work, new roofs on the garage and store and many numerous updates/upgrades. A public Laundromat and Campground private laundromat with shower facilities, Volleyball court and playground areas. Everything you need to get started in your own Business venture is right here, just jump right in! The current owners state that there is enough room and electrical power to host another 30-40 Seasonal lots, a great way to generate additional income!
The full-service convenience store provides essentials from groceries, bait, beer, and wine to off-sale liquor, coffee, and cappuccinos and offers pay at the pump. A must on this heavily traveled Highway.

in addition, Two Cozy and updated cabins provide comfortable sleeping for guests. A restored restroom, shower facilities, and modern laundry facilities add comfort to this historic retreat.

Recreational amenities include direct access to walking and ATV, and snowmobile trails, as well as a nearby public beach and boat launch on Lake Winnibigoshish.
The property line backs up to 57 Acres of the Chippewa National Forest- complete with a 1/4-mile walking trail from the RV park to access the sandy shoreline of Lake Winnibigoshish. Several lake side resorts are nearby, and the Campground guests have launched their boats or rented boat slips in the past from these gracious owners.
With a proven track record of success across diverse revenue streams like camping, cabins, and retail, and ample room for expansion, this turnkey opportunity combines historic allure with profitable potential. Embrace the spirit of Northern Minnesota and own a cherished part of Bena’s legacy. Create unforgettable memories for yourself and future generations at the Winnibigoshish General Store and RV Park.

Listing Agent

Bernadette Aguilera

Headwaters Realty Services LLC Listed on: 08/19/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Jill Larson

Headwaters Realty Services LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,328

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 14.9 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 977x416x265x1081x586
  • Property fronts an interstate

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,664 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Propane
  • Well

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,328

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Cooling System: Window Unit(s)
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Water Source: Well
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1664
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Rental License?: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Full
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Living Area: 1664
  • Fireplace: No
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Dining Room Type: Dining Room, Living Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Laundry

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • ConstructionMaterialsDesc: Block
  • PatioPorchType: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Detached, Gravel
  • Garage Square Feet: 720
  • Garage Door Height: 8

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Fuel: Propane

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Cass Lake-Bena Schools
  • SchoolDistrictNumber: 115
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 218-335-2204

Lot Info

  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 977x416x265x1081x586
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 649044
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Many Trees
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Other
  • AssessmentPending: No
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 000000000
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7328
  • TaxWithAssessments: 7328.0000

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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
2024 $6,280 $661,000 $32,300 $628,700
2023 $5,600 $578,300 $32,300 $546,000
2022 $3,196 $578,300 $32,300 $546,000
2021 $3,000 $327,600 $30,900 $296,700
2020 $2,894 $297,500 $30,900 $266,600
2019 $2,544 $253,700 $30,900 $222,800
2018 $2,460 $246,000 $31,800 $214,200
2017 $2,784 $246,000 $31,800 $214,200
2016 $2,462 $0 $0 $0
2015 $2,462 $229,700 $34,400 $195,300
2014 $3,288 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/19/2025 08/19/25 For Sale $3,000,000 -- $1,803 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthstarMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $84,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Closed $21,550 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Open $247,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Closed $10,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $20,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Closed $66,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 6775667

NorthstarMLS

APN: 72-027-4103