$2,350,000

6851 N Shore Trail Forest Lake, MN 55025

Estimated payment $14,517/month

Total Views 7,976
6 Beds
6.5 Baths
7,382 Sq Ft
$318 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Guest House
  • Multiple Garages
  • Beach Access
  • Home Theater
  • Guest Suite with Kitchen

About This Home

Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity on Forest Lakes coveted “Gold Coast” — a custom-built lakeshore estate designed to feel like a timeless 1920s seaside cottage. Crafted in 2005, this one-of-a-kind home rests on a beautifully landscaped 550’ deep lot with 100’ of south-facing sandy shoreline on Forest Lakes desirable First Lake. Positioned 400’ off the road, the home offers serenity, abundant natural light, and gentle summer breezes—just minutes from local amenities, the freeway for an easy commute, and 35 minutes to the Twin Cities. Designed by renowned architect Ben Nelson, the home showcases superior craftsmanship with 12” precast Spancrete floors, TimberStrand framing, and in-floor radiant heat on all three levels (excluding the upper garage and guest apartment). Energy-efficient features include 2x6 walls, Corbond foam insulation, Owens Corning Berkshire shingles, maintenance-free Nailite siding & Azek trim. There are 6 exceptionally large bedrooms and 7 bathrooms, each with a private ensuite and walk-in closet—perfect for multi-generational living or extended guests. One lower-level bedroom is currently used as an office with its own ensuite and walk-in closet. The spectacular great room features soaring cathedral ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling stone gas fireplace, custom built-ins, and panoramic lake views. From here, it's common to see majestic eagles gliding across the water, adding to the serene setting. The main-floor primary suite offers a private lakeview balcony, marble fireplace, jetted tub, rain shower, dual marble sinks, a walk-in closet, and nautical porthole window with patio seat. The chef’s kitchen boasts a 6-burner Viking range, double wall oven, Miele panel-front dishwasher, granite island, copper ceiling, and custom cabinetry. Adjacent are the formal dining room and cozy breakfast space. The main-floor laundry features Zodiac blue quartz counters, washer/dryer, sink, and a laundry chute. Enjoy year-round lakeside living in the 3-season porch with vaulted ceiling and E-Z Breeze window system, plus a maintenance-free Azek deck added in 2023. Every space reflects thoughtful design and timeless comfort. The private guest apartment above the garage has access from the loft and a separate entrance from the main-level garage, offering flexible privacy. It includes a full kitchen, dining area, bedroom, 3⁄4 bath with full tiled shower, hickory floors, skylight, and baseboard heat—ideal for in-laws, guests, or independent living.

Listing Agent

Kellie Tabery

eXp Realty Listed on: 07/02/2025

eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,546

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 1.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100x552
  • 100 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front

Parking

  • 8 Car Attached Garage
  • Multiple Garages
  • Tuck Under Garage
  • Insulated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Pitched Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Shake Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Whole House Fan
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Theater
  • Home Office
  • Utility Room Floor Drain

Kitchen

  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal
  • The kitchen features windows

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Guest Suite with Kitchen

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Storage
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Beach Access
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Boiler Heating System
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Underground Utilities
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Well
  • Drilled Well
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Air Exchanger
  • Guest House

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Butternut Ridge On Forest Lake Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0403221120015

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,546

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Parking

8

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Whole House Fan
  • Garage Spaces: 8
  • Accessibility Features: Hallways 42"+
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Water Source: Drilled, Well
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5382
  • Water Body Name: Forest
  • Unit Levels: More Than 2 Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Rental License?: No
  • InternetOptions: Cable
  • Second Unit: Existing In-Law w/Kitchen
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Daylight/Lookout Windows, Finished, Full, Other, Concrete, Storage Space, Tile Shower, Walkout
  • Appliances: Air-To-Air Exchanger, Central Vacuum, Chandelier, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Other, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Family Room, Full Masonry, Gas, Insert, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Stone
  • Living Area: 7382
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2000
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Dining Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Office, Bedroom 5, Media Room, Three Season Porch, Guest House

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Age Over 8 Years, Architectural Shingle, Asphalt, Pitched
  • PoolFeatures: None
  • Fencing: None
  • View: Lake, Panoramic, South
  • ConstructionMaterialsDesc: Concrete
  • PatioPorchType: Awning(s),Composite Decking,Covered,Deck,Enclosed,Front Porch,Other,Patio,Rear Porch,Screened
  • Lake Acres: 2270
  • Lake Bottom: Excellent Sand
  • LakeChain: N
  • Waterfront Frontage: 100

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Concrete, Floor Drain, Finished Garage, Garage Door Opener, Insulated Garage, Multiple Garages, Tuckunder Garage
  • Garage Square Feet: 2000

Utilities

  • Heating: Baseboard, Boiler, Dual, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Radiant Floor, Radiant
  • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, 200+ Amp Service
  • Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Power Company: Xcel Energy

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Amenities Unit: Balcony,Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,French Doors,Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Center Island,Kitchen Window,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Natural Woodwork,Porch,Panoramic View,Security System,Security Lights,Skylight,Sun Room,Tile Floors,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Wet Bar,Walk-In Closet

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Forest Lake
  • SchoolDistrictNumber: 831
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 651-982-8103

Lot Info

  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 100x552
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 54319.32
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Many Trees, Underground Utilities
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential-Single Family
  • AssessmentPending: Unknown
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Brick/Stone, Fiber Cement, Shake Siding, Vinyl Siding

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0403221120015
  • Tax Annual Amount: 20546
  • TaxWithAssessments: 20546.0000

Multi Family

  • WaterfrontFeatures: Lake Front

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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 $20,546 $1,625,800 $660,900 $964,900
2023 $20,546 $1,608,100 $660,900 $947,200
2022 $15,780 $1,466,100 $590,100 $876,000
2021 $15,042 $1,187,100 $474,700 $712,400
2020 $15,628 $1,123,800 $429,700 $694,100
2019 $15,794 $1,146,500 $425,700 $720,800
2018 $14,834 $1,137,500 $459,800 $677,700
2017 $16,092 $1,102,900 $429,000 $673,900
2016 $14,654 $1,120,500 $419,100 $701,400
2015 $13,304 $1,027,600 $385,700 $641,900
2013 -- $1,024,400 $388,600 $635,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/06/2025 07/06/25 For Sale $2,350,000 -- $318 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthstarMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $485,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 6741230

NorthstarMLS

APN: 04-032-21-12-0015