NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3204 6th St NW Backus, MN 56435

Estimated Value: $587,000 - $684,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,844 Sq Ft
$344/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 29, 2025

Last sale price $590,000 $320 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,678 / mo

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 218 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake View
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Docks
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of August 2025

"Welcome to the Angry Pinecone Lodge, a sanctuary where rustic charm meets lakeside luxury”. This three-bedroom cabin features two oversized bedrooms, including a primary suite with dual walk-in closets and breathtaking lake views through patio doors that lead to a sprawling lakeside patio. Features include, natural wood work through out, vaulted ceilings with wood beam accents create an airy, open floor plan. Stainless steel appliances gleam in the kitchen, while the wood-burning stove promises cozy winter nights filled with the crackling symphony of a warm fire. Step up to the loft where you'll find more lake views and additional sleeping space for family and friends.
Nestled amongst towering pines, this property boasts over 200 feet of pristine shoreline on the crystal-clear waters of Sanborn Lake. A maintenance-free deck invites you to dine al fresco or simply savor the stunning sunsets. The new, maintenance-free dock, complete with built-in seating, is perfect for lazy afternoons by the water. Wind down in the evenings at the lakeside bonfire pit while enjoying the sounds of nature and the call of the loons. You won’t believe the sunsets that come alive at this property, pure tranquility...
The bunkhouse is a unique retreat, finished with tin walls from a grainery shed, barn wood accents wall and trim with the trim even having the indentions from the animals rubbing on it it doesn’t get anymore rustic than that, custom cabinets, heated and lake views to top it off.
A new roof on all structures —the cabin, three-car garage, storage shed, and bunkhouse.
Explore fun trails throughout the property leading to a whimsical treehouse. The Paul Bunyan trail is close by and has miles of paved bike trails. This isn't just a cabin; it's a lifetime of memories!"

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jenny Foote

Dane Arthur Real Estate Agency-Crosslake Listed on: 07/17/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Daniel Carlson

Kurilla Real Estate LTD

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,774

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 76x440x218x370
  • 218 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Few Trees
  • Zoning described as Shoreline,Residential-Single Family

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Block Foundation
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,844 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Lake Views

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • The kitchen features windows

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Docks
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Dual Heating Fuel
  • Baseboard Heating
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Propane
  • Water Filtration System
  • Well
  • Drilled Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Sanborn Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 344510140

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,774

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

1.12 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family
  • Cooling System: None
  • Outside Features: Vinyl
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Water Source: Drilled, Well
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1844
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • FireNumber: 3204
  • NST_SingleFamilySubType: Cabin
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Fuel Tank - Rented, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Living Area: 1844
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Basement YN: No

Beds/Baths

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt
  • PoolFeatures: None
  • View: Lake, West
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Other Structures: Bunk House, Storage Shed
  • PatioPorchType: Deck, Patio
  • Lake Bottom: Hard, Sand
  • Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Feet: 10-15
  • Waterfront Frontage: 218

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Detached Garage, Asphalt, Electric, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Baseboard, Dual Fuel/Off Peak
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
  • LaundryFeatures: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Washer Hookup
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service
  • Fuel: Propane
  • Power Company: Crow Wing Power

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s), Dock, French Doors, Kitchen Window, Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet, Main Floor Primary Bedroom, Natural Woodwork, Patio, Paneled Doors, Security System, Boat Slip, Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Pine River-Backus
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 2185874720

Lot Info

  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 76x440x218x370
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
  • AssessmentPending: No
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 344510140
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1774
  • TaxWithAssessments: 1840

Multi Family

  • WaterfrontFeatures: Dock, Lake Front, Lake View

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2025
Closed on
Aug 29, 2025
Sold by
Mehr Steven and Mehr Jeri
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jenny Foote
Dane Arthur Real Estate Agency-Crosslake
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Carlson
Kurilla Real Estate LTD
List Price
$575,000
Sold Price
$590,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
2.61%
Views
44
Current Estimated Value
$634,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$44,900
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.23%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2013
Sold by
Mehr Steven C and Mehr Jeri
Bought by
Mehr Steven C and Mehr Jeri

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 2013
Sold by
Bank Of New York Mellon
Bought by
Mehr Steven C

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2012
Sold by
Watson Robert J and Watson Jane Constance
Bought by
The Bank Of New York Mellon and The Bank Of New York

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 2006
Sold by
Watson Robert J and Watson Constance J
Bought by
Watson Robert J and Watson Jane Constance

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,250
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 27, 2005
Sold by
Watson Robert J and Constance Watson J
Bought by
The Watson Family Trust
Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$600,000 First American Title Insurance
Mehr Steven C -- Complete Title Services
Mehr Steven C -- None Available
The Bank Of New York Mellon -- None Available
Watson Robert J -- Fatco
The Watson Family Trust -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $200,000
Previous Owner Watson Jane Constance $256,000
Previous Owner Watson Robert J $236,250
Previous Owner Watson J Constance $25,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Sold $590,000 +2.6% $320 / Sq Ft
08/12/2025 08/12/25 Pending -- -- --
07/25/2025 07/25/25 For Sale $575,000 -- $312 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthstarMLS

Tax History

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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 $1,894 $370,200 $163,300 $206,900
2024 $1,840 $384,000 $175,000 $209,000
2023 $1,798 $376,700 $175,000 $201,700
2022 $1,836 $376,700 $175,000 $201,700
2021 $1,890 $284,200 $147,700 $136,500
2020 $1,928 $283,800 $159,300 $124,500
2019 $1,910 $267,900 $159,300 $108,600
2018 $1,898 $257,200 $159,300 $97,900
2017 $1,794 $257,200 $159,300 $97,900
2016 $1,564 $0 $0 $0
2015 $1,564 $225,300 $124,400 $100,900
2014 $1,610 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 6755040

NorthstarMLS

APN: 34-451-0140

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