8896 W Branch Rd Duluth, MN 55803
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,136
Sq Ft
0.5
Acres
Highlights
- Private Waterfront
- Beach Access
- Multiple Garages
- Docks
- Guest House
- RV Access or Parking
About This Home
As of June 2025Your Lakefront Escape Awaits on Little Pequaywan Lake Tucked among towering pines on a private, no-public-access lake just 30 minutes from Duluth, this rare gem offers 200 feet of pristine shoreline and year-round serenity. The 3-bedroom home captures breathtaking lake views and features a cozy, original fieldstone fireplace that sets the perfect cabin-in-the-woods vibe. Step out to the spacious 12x22 screened porch or unwind on the deck just off the primary bedroom—both just steps from the water’s edge. The original boathouse has been thoughtfully transformed into a charming guest house, ideal for hosting friends and family. A heated, insulated 32x28 three-car garage offers space for toys and gear, plus there’s an extra 16x22 garage perfect for a workshop. Entertain with ease on the expansive concrete patio, launch your boat from your private access, and enjoy all four seasons of outdoor adventure—boating, swimming, ice fishing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing on nearby groomed trails. This peaceful lakefront retreat is the perfect blend of privacy, recreation, and rustic comfort—don’t miss your chance to make it yours.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Messina & Associates Real Estate Listed on: 05/12/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,153
Year Built
- Built in 1951
Lot Details
- 0.5 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 200 x 100
- Private Waterfront
- 200 Feet of Waterfront
- Lake Front
- Property fronts a private road
- Cul-De-Sac
- Elevated Lot
- Street terminates at a dead end
- Landscaped with Trees
Property Views
- Lake
- Panoramic
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Concrete Foundation
- Fire Rated Drywall
- Wood Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Metal Roof
- Log Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,136 Sq Ft Home
- Beamed Ceilings
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Wood Frame Window
- Mud Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 6 Car Detached Garage
- Multiple Garages
- Heated Garage
- Insulated Garage
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
- RV Access or Parking
Outdoor Features
- Beach Access
- Docks
- Deck
- Enclosed patio or porch
- Storage Shed
- Lean-To Shed
- Attached Grill
Additional Homes
- Guest House
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Private Water Source
- Drilled Well
- Fuel Tank
- Private Sewer
- High Speed Internet
- Satellite Dish
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 502-0040-00055 & 502-0040-00050
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 29, 2022
Sold by
King Trust
Bought by
Booker Jorgen Wayne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$361,250
Outstanding Balance
$349,241
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$95,582
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 2005
Sold by
King Donald J and King Laurie A
Bought by
King Donald J and King Laurie A
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 18, 2001
Sold by
Mousky George and Mousky Norma
Bought by
King Donald J and King Laurie A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,000
Interest Rate
7.23%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $425,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $60,000 | Arrowhead Abstract & Title C |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $361,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $87,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $232,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $64,850 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $97,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24/2025 06/24/25 | Sold | $422,500 | -6.1% | $372 / Sq Ft |
| 05/23/2025 05/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/12/2025 05/12/25 | For Sale | $449,900 | -- | $396 / Sq Ft |
Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,178 | $343,300 | $120,200 | $223,100 |
| 2022 | $2,626 | $310,000 | $96,900 | $213,100 |
| 2021 | $2,320 | $286,500 | $93,500 | $193,000 |
| 2020 | $2,402 | $264,800 | $93,200 | $171,600 |
| 2019 | $2,252 | $264,800 | $93,200 | $171,600 |
| 2018 | $2,284 | $258,600 | $93,200 | $165,400 |
| 2017 | $2,260 | $258,700 | $93,300 | $165,400 |
| 2016 | $1,714 | $257,600 | $93,300 | $164,300 |
| 2015 | $1,745 | $205,000 | $88,300 | $116,700 |
| 2014 | $1,745 | $205,000 | $88,300 | $116,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
K
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kevin O'Brien
Messina & Associates Real Estate
(218) 310-3192
206 Total Sales
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jennifer Patterson
Century 21 Atwood
(218) 830-0917
46 Total Sales
Map
Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®
MLS Number: 6119272
APN: 502004000055
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