Built in 1952 on the quiet, non-public shoreline of Gilfillan Lake, this genuine mid-century modern home was designed around a single idea: bring the outside in. A wall of windows frames the water and mature white oaks from an elevated perch above the canopy, while eleven exterior doors mean you are never more than a few steps from the lake. Mornings start with coffee by the water. Summers mean the dock, a paddleboard, or an afternoon on the shore. Winters bring a private skating rink right on the ice, with a hot tub waiting after. Inside, the character is original and rare: terrazzo floors with brass edging, a wood-burning fireplace, fluted glass in a step-down shower, and built-in planters that connect the interior with the outdoors. Over the years, the owners have cared for this home with intention, preserving its original mid-century character while making thoughtful upgrades, right down to locally sourced Minnesota limestone. Set within North Oaks' private roads, this is a rare home and a way of life.
Pending
$750,000
12 W Shore Rd, North Oaks, MN 55127
4beds
2,548sqft
Single Family
Built in 1952
0.92 Acres Lot
$755,900 Zestimate®
$294/sqft
$176/mo HOA
What's special
- 4 days
- 259
- 8
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kathy G. Borys 651-341-8840,
eXp Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7129842
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 12
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 250 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Storage
- Level: Lower
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 08 x 07
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Daylight,Egress Window(s),Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,135
- Total interior livable area: 2,548 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,856
- Finished area below ground: 692
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Tuckunder Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Wrap Around
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: East, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake View
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 179
Lot
- Size: 0.92 Acres
- Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Foundation area: 1856
- Parcel number: 173022320005
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Architectural Shingle,Asphalt,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Power Company: Xcel Energy
- Gas: Oil
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: North Oaks
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Beach Access, Tennis Court(s)
- Services included: Beach Access, Professional Mgmt, Recreation Facility, Shared Amenities
- HOA fee: $2,110 annually
- HOA name: RowCal
- HOA phone: 651-233-1307
Location
- Region: North Oaks
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $294/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $536,700
- Annual tax amount: $5,826
- Date on market: 9/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 9 days
Estimated market value
$755,900
$718,000 - $794,000
$3,687/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/14/2026 | Pending sale | $750,000$294/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7129842 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2026 | Listing removed | $750,000$294/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #7129842 Report a problem | ||
| 8/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $750,000+47.1%$294/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7129842 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2023 | Sold | $510,000-14.3%$200/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6414189 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2023 | Pending sale | $595,000$234/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6414189 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $595,000+89105.4%$234/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6414189 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2003 | Sold | $667 |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,826 -5.7% | $536,700 +4.3% |
| 2024 | $6,180 +6.1% | $514,800 -6.7% |
| 2023 | $5,824 -30.5% | $551,600 +4.4% |
| 2022 | $8,384 +0.6% | $528,300 +16.1% |
| 2021 | $8,336 +62.2% | $455,000 -1.6% |
| 2020 | $5,139 +33.5% | $462,400 +27.5% |
| 2019 | $3,849 | $362,700 |
| 2018 | $3,849 -43.4% | $362,700 +12.6% |
| 2017 | $6,802 | $322,200 |
| 2016 | $6,802 -4.4% | -- |
| 2015 | $7,112 -2.3% | $335,700 |
| 2014 | $7,280 +6.3% | -- |
| 2013 | $6,848 +78.3% | -- |
| 2012 | $3,840 +0.6% | -- |
| 2011 | $3,816 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $3,588 +6.3% | -- |
| 2008 | $3,376 -1.3% | -- |
| 2007 | $3,420 +4% | -- |
| 2006 | $3,290 -16.2% | -- |
| 2005 | $3,928 -6.7% | -- |
| 2004 | $4,212 +21.2% | -- |
| 2003 | $3,474 +3.9% | -- |
| 2002 | $3,342 -30.8% | -- |
| 2001 | $4,826 +10.8% | -- |
| 2000 | $4,354 | -- |
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