$565,000

261 Caps Trail Lutsen, MN 55612

Estimated payment $3,329/month

Total Views 2,860
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,440 Sq Ft
$392 Price per Sq Ft

About This Home

Escape to this peaceful 2 bedroom home tucked in on Tait Lake in Lutsen! Enjoy the wooded trails on the 2.90 acres that includes 190ft of shoreline and a relaxing creek that bubbles through the property in the summer months. Inside, the home offers a warm and inviting layout including a generously sized primary bedroom and a charming loft with ladder access, perfect for a reading nook, guest space, or creative retreat. Large windows bring in natural light and frame the surrounding forest views, creating a calm and relaxing atmosphere throughout. The home features a bright and efficient galley-style kitchen outfitted with new appliances, offering a clean and modern cooking space. Dual countertops provide ample prep area, maple cabinetry and woodsy finishes create a fresh, functional layout. The streamlined design keeps everything within easy reach, making meal preparation simple and enjoyable. Perfect for everyday cooking or entertainment, the kitchen combines modern convenience with practical design. A comfortable guest bedroom provides extra space and flexibility, perfect for hosting visitors or creating a quiet workspace. A spacious living room filled with natural light, complimented by a freestanding wood stove that radiates warmth throughout the space. Large windows frame views of the outdoors, while wood accents and soft lighting add a welcoming, rustic charm. Stay warm all winter with new energy-efficient Steffes heaters, delivering steady, comfortable heat while keeping operating costs low, perfect for relaxing after a day on the trails or the lake. Whether you're looking for a quiet getaway, full-time home, or nature-focused retreat, this property offers a rare combination of privacy, recreation, and tranquility. Excellent fishing, canoeing, and year-round exploration right from your doorstep. 2 car detached garage gives you room for your vehicles and seasonal toys. Not too far from the Boundary Waters, and Lutsen Mountains Ski and Summer Resort, in the midst of the Superior National Forest! An outdoor adventurer’s dream Lutsen location!”

Listing Agent

Silviya Duclos

TimberWolff Realty LLC Brokerage Phone: Listed on: 03/13/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,428

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 2.9 Acre Lot

Parking

  • 2

Interior Spaces

  • 1,440 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Lake Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Community Details

  • Association fees include snow removal

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 27-340-1170

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,428

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

2.9 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: From Hwy 61 in Lutsen turn onto the Caribou Trail (CR 4) and follow it approx. 13.5 miles to Caps Trail on the left. In about a quarter of a mile at the T turn right. #261 is about a mile on the left. There is no for sale sign per an Association rule.
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • View Type:Pond View: Inland Lake
  • Reso Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Lot Size: irreg
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Unpaved
  • Water Body Name: Tait
  • Co List Office Mls Id: LSA11344
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1440
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Wood Frames

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Foundation Details: N/A

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Gravel

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Cooling: None
  • Water Source: Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 300
  • Association Fee Frequency: Yearly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Snow Removal

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Cook County #166

Lot Info

  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Parcel Number: 27-340-1170

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3428

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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 $3,428 $566,200 $243,500 $322,700
2023 $38 $535,700 $239,100 $296,600
2022 $3,364 $446,400 $189,800 $256,600
2021 $3,512 $359,400 $179,700 $179,700
2020 $3,052 $374,400 $190,800 $183,600
2019 $2,980 $319,900 $149,800 $170,100
2018 $2,922 $304,400 $149,800 $154,600
2017 $2,664 $319,700 $163,400 $156,300
2016 $2,422 $311,100 $116,300 $194,800
2015 $1,860 $311,100 $116,300 $194,800
2014 $1,740 $339,500 $148,100 $191,400
2012 -- $339,500 $148,100 $191,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/13/2026 03/13/26 For Sale $565,000 +18.9% $392 / Sq Ft
06/07/2024 06/07/24 Sold $475,000 -5.0% $330 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/25/2024 03/25/24 Pending -- -- --
12/29/2023 12/29/23 For Sale $499,900 -- $347 / Sq Ft
Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $475,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $225,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6124017

APN: 27-340-1170

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