$699,900
SOLD JUL 25, 2025

17159 182nd Ave NW Big Lake, MN 55309

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,568 Sq Ft
1.06 Acres

Recently Sold

$196 Per Sq Ft

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • 181 Feet of Waterfront
  • 46,174 Sq Ft lot
  • Loft
  • Beach Access
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to your dream retreat on the Mississippi River! This stunning log home is meticulously cared for and offers a rare combination of rustic charm and modern luxury on the level 181 ft river frontage lot--perfect for launching your boat directly from your backyard. The floating dock is included, making water access effortless for fishing, boating, or simply soaking in the tranquil views. Step onto your river facing deck, ideal for entertaining or relaxing, complete with an outdoor kitchen featuring hot and cold running water. Inside the log home, you'll find a beautifully remodeled kitchen adorned with granite counters, rich hickory cabinets with convenient pullouts, a gas cooktop and a wall oven.

The main floor also offers two spacious bedrooms, one of which is a suite with direct access to the full bath. Gather in the cozy living room where a wood-burning fireplace and massive river-facing windows create a truly warm and inviting atmosphere.

The stunning open staircase leads up to the versatile loft space which is perfect for an office, craft room or creative retreat. The spacious upper-level private primary suite boasts a walk-in closet and a luxurious bath with a separate tub and shower. Also upstairs, you'll find a huge bonus room with pool table and an additional bedroom that is currently being used as a children's playroom. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will love the heated 3-car garage, complete with a half bath. There's also a screened porch that provides the perfect hideaway on those rainy days, letting you enjoy the natural surroundings in comfort. The 1-acre yard is beautiful and fully irrigated by using the river.

This is more than just a home-it's a lifestyle! Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a breathtaking log home right on the Mississippi River.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Carter

Edina Realty, Inc. Listed on: 05/12/2025

Edina Realty, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

Peter Mades

Edina Realty, Inc.

Edina Realty, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,132

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • 1.06 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 144x280x181x271
  • 181 Feet of Waterfront
  • River Front

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Insulated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,568 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Loft
  • Bonus Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Basement
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Drilled Well
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ridgewood Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 10004290360

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,132

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Water Source: Drilled, Private, Well
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3568
  • Water Body Name: Mississippi River
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Rental License?: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Living Area: 3568
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Dining Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Laundry, Loft, Bonus Room, Bedroom 4, Screened Porch

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less, Architectural Shingle
  • PoolFeatures: None
  • View: River, South
  • Other Structures: Storage Shed
  • ConstructionMaterialsDesc: Log
  • PatioPorchType: Deck,Patio,Screened
  • Lake Acres: 0
  • LakeChain: N
  • Waterfront Frontage: 181

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Concrete, Finished Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
  • Garage Square Feet: 892

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Amenities Unit: Deck,Dock,Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Center Island,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Natural Woodwork,Outdoor Kitchen,Patio,Paneled Doors,Porch,In-Ground Sprinkler,Tile Floors,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Washer/Dryer Hookup,Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Big Lake
  • SchoolDistrictNumber: 727
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 763-262-5218

Lot Info

  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 144x280x181x271
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 46173.6
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Many Trees
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential-Single Family
  • AssessmentPending: No
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Log

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 10004290360
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6132
  • TaxWithAssessments: 6132.0000

Multi Family

  • WaterfrontFeatures: River Front

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 12, 2025
Closed on
Jul 25, 2025
Sold by
Paige Paul and Paige Angela K
Bought by
Thompson Family Living Trust and Thompson
Seller's Agent
Mary Carter
Edina Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Peter Mades
Edina Realty, Inc.
List Price
$699,900
Sold Price
$699,900
Views
30

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.29%
Original Mortgage
$629,900
Outstanding Balance
$629,900
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$65,772

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 3, 2014
Closed on
Apr 4, 2014
Bought by
Paige Paul Paul
Seller's Agent
Daniel Frie
Wright-Sherburne Realty
Buyer's Agent
Judy DeGreeff
Keller Williams Integrity NW
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$319,995
Premium/Discount to List
$30,095
10.38%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.18%
Original Mortgage
$186,016
Interest Rate
4.41%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2012
Sold by
Anderson Christopher M and Anderson Patricia M
Bought by
Us Bank National Association
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $699,900 Mn Title Solutions Llc
Deed $320,000 --
Sheriffs Deed $425,559 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $629,900 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $258,700 New Conventional
Previous Owner $186,016 No Value Available
Previous Owner $275,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $110,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $440,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/25/2025 07/25/25 Sold $699,900 0.0% $196 / Sq Ft
05/22/2025 05/22/25 Pending -- -- --
05/21/2025 05/21/25 For Sale $699,900 +118.7% $196 / Sq Ft
04/18/2014 04/18/14 Sold $319,995 +10.4% $113 / Sq Ft
04/08/2014 04/08/14 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2014 03/03/14 For Sale $289,900 -- $102 / 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 $6,216 $579,800 $221,600 $358,200
2024 $6,216 $572,800 $221,500 $351,300
2023 $5,918 $580,900 $225,700 $355,200
2022 $5,426 $542,700 $190,500 $352,200
2020 $5,008 $410,700 $124,200 $286,500
2019 $4,774 $385,100 $116,400 $268,700
2018 $4,680 $371,500 $109,400 $262,100
2017 $4,042 $358,000 $116,500 $241,500
2016 $3,876 $308,000 $102,600 $205,400
2015 $3,376 $284,300 $93,900 $190,400
2014 $3,500 $270,100 $88,500 $181,600
2013 -- $270,200 $90,600 $179,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 6705847

NorthstarMLS

APN: 10-429-0360