NOT LISTED FOR SALE

408 Murphy Dr Knife River, MN 55609

Estimated Value: $415,000 - $837,948

2 Beds
1 Bath
828 Sq Ft
$763/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 1, 2013

Last sale price $372,000 $449 Per Sq Ft

Est. 70% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,710 / mo

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 225 Feet of Waterfront
  • Deck
  • Loft
  • Panoramic View
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Bathroom on Main Level

About This Home

As of August 2013

Darling Lake Superior cabin tucked away on a private wooded lot in popular Knife River location. Vaulted ceilings and natural woodwork enhance the scenic lake views. Open great room with sleeping loft above, plus additional bedroom/family room on the main level. Gorgeous, 225' rock ledge shoreline for watching the waves, sunrises over the lake, or viewing moonrises over the campfire. If you've been searching for that perfect little retreat on Lake Superior, you'll not want to miss this one!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ruth Rabold

Century 21 Atwood Listed on: 06/19/2013

Last Buyer's Agent

Don Seipke

Edina Realty, Inc. - Duluth

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,024

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 41,818 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 225x185
  • 225 Feet of Waterfront
  • Property fronts a private road

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Panoramic

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 828 Sq Ft Home
  • Multi-Level Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Loft
  • Crawl Space

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Gravel Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Private Water Source
  • Private Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 25-5211-29490

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,024

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0.96 Acres

Listing Details

  • Class: SINGLE FAMILY
  • Directions: North on scenic Hwy 61 from Knife River to Murphy Dr. Turn right, go past large grey garage and bear right to the end of the road.
  • L O1 Office Phone1 Number: 218-722-8221
  • ShorelineCharacteristics: Rocky
  • Property Sub-Type: SF/Detached
  • Tax Year: 2013
  • View Type:Pond View: Lake Superior, Panoramic
  • Lot Description Waterfront: Yes
  • Amenities Exterior: Deck
  • Mfg And Park Info Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • FinFootageAboveGrade: 828
  • Garage Type: None
  • Heat: Baseboard, Wood, Electric
  • Bedroom 3: Family Room
  • TotalBedrooms: 2
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Level 1 Bedroom: Main
  • RoomLevel3: Main
  • RoomLevel4: Second Floor
  • Property Style: Contemporary
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement Material: Concrete Block
  • Basement Style: Crawl Space
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Main
  • Bathroom Description: 3/4 Main Floor
  • Formal Dining: Combine with Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Den Fireplace Type: Wood Burning
  • Bathroom 1: Living Room
  • Bathroom 2: Kitchen
  • Main Residence Features:Family Room4: Loft
  • Stories: 1.25 - 1.75 Story
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Fin Square Footage: 828
  • Exercise Room Level2: Main

Exterior Features

  • Road Frontage: Private
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 225
  • Waterfront Name: Lake Superior Bay
  • Construction Status: Previously Owned
  • Exterior: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Driveway: Driveway - Gravel

Utilities

  • Power Company: Coop Power & Light
  • Sewer: Private
  • Water: Private

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Lake Superior #381

Lot Info

  • Estimated Lot Dimensions: 225x185
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.96
  • Cultivated Acreage: LSAR
  • Geo Subdivision: MN
  • Lot Description: Accessible Shoreline
  • Parcel Number: 25-5211-29490

Rental Info

  • Lease Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA DVA

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 4024.44

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2013
Closed on
Aug 1, 2013
Sold by
Knutson Lori Lori
Bought by
Lavin William William
Seller's Agent
Ruth Rabold
Century 21 Atwood
Buyer's Agent
Don Seipke
Edina Realty, Inc. - Duluth
List Price
$372,000
Sold Price
$372,000
Current Estimated Value
$631,737

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$259,737
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 25, 2013
Sold by
Knutson Lori A
Bought by
Baar Gail J and Levar Diane J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 1995
Sold by
Jensen Evelyn J
Bought by
Jensen Evelyn J and Evelyn J Jensen Living Trust
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lavin William William $372,000 --
Baar Gail J -- None Available
Jensen Evelyn J -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/01/2013 08/01/13 Sold $372,000 0.0% $449 / Sq Ft
07/08/2013 07/08/13 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2013 06/19/13 For Sale $372,000 -- $449 / Sq Ft
Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

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 $4,612 $770,200 $373,600 $396,600
2024 $2,468 $774,700 $373,600 $401,100
2023 $2,768 $624,000 $315,200 $308,800
2022 $3,502 $627,200 $315,200 $312,000
2021 $3,613 $440,800 $268,400 $172,400
2020 $3,540 $399,600 $290,200 $109,400
2019 $3,502 $399,600 $290,200 $109,400
2018 $3,107 $409,300 $268,400 $140,900
2017 $2,858 $364,400 $268,400 $96,000
2016 $4,142 $349,500 $268,400 $81,100
2015 $4,168 $408,700 $344,000 $64,700
2014 $4,168 $0 $0 $0
2013 $4,042 $0 $0 $0
2012 $4,273 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ruth Rabold

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Ruth Rabold

    Century 21 Atwood

    (218) 722-8221

    49 Total Sales

    Ruth Rabold
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    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Don Seipke

    Edina Realty, Inc. - Duluth

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Map

Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6006792

APN: 25-5211-29490

Minnesota Lake County Knife River

408 Murphy Dr, Knife River, MN

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