COZY & HIGH QUALITY! Nestled high on a partially wooded, quiet 2.35-acre lot on the edge of downtown Carlton, this one-owner meticulously maintained log home awaits its new owner! This cozy 4-bedroom, 3 bathroom 2-story property includes a 2-car detached garage with an epoxy floor and electrical service, 29'x45' pole building with 10' doors and electrical service, city sewer and water, energy efficient heating/cooling, newer high-quality appliances, 200-amp service, and a full walkout basement with a bonus room and a separate generously sized one-bedroom living space. Outside amenities boast metal roofing, maintenance-free decking on both decks, RV parking pad and hookup, generator hookup, a large concrete patio, Christmas tree plantation, well-producing apple trees, a variety of established perennials, a gorgeous mix of rolling and flat yard areas, rock gardens, and lots of space to relax and play! On the main level enjoy the bright 4-season porch with gas stove heat, living room with vaulted, exposed log beam ceiling, dining room with solid red oak plank flooring, beautiful built-in shelves with stone accents, a full bath, master bedroom with double closets, and a large kitchen with custom-designed red oak cabinets and lots of built-in storage space. The upper level showcases a half-bath and 2 spacious bedrooms with premium Velux easy-to-clean roof windows that welcome plenty of natural lighting and include custom magnetic storm covers. The east bedroom provides access to an insulated "cold attic" inside the walk-in closet. The west loft bedroom has a walk-in cedar closet, and, for total privacy, custom sliding doors to close off the view of the living room below. From the large concrete patio, enter the full walkout basement through the utility/mud/laundry room, which has an epoxy floor and is equipped with counter space, a wood-fired boiler system ready for hookup if desired, washer and dryer hookups, and coat closet. Use the basement bonus room with egress windows and an epoxy floor for a 5th bedroom, home gym or workshop! Long-term tenants or short-term guests can be comfortable and enjoy privacy in the walkout basement separate living space which includes a 3/4 bath, galley-style kitchen, spacious bedroom with egress window and closet, and a large living/dining area with a custom full-size Lori bed that can either fold up or be moved. Throughout the home are high quality windows, custom window treatments, and thoughtful designs. Schedule a showing!
For sale
Price cut: $10K (7/18)
$514,900
280 County Road 3, Carlton, MN 55718
4beds
2,650sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
2.35 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Pole buildingThoughtful designsEpoxy floorCustom sliding doorsMeticulously maintained log homeRock gardensStone accents
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 05, 2025 at 01:32pm
Listed by:
Trisha Laveau 218-728-5161,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Duluth,
Derek Winberg 218-428-3546,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Duluth
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors,MLS#: 6120226

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: Walk-In Closet With Access To Insulated Cold Attic. Access Panel To Roof Peak. Premium Velux Tempered Glass Roof Windows With Magnetic Storm Covers.
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom 1
- Description: Auxiliary Electric Heat And Thermostat, Triple-Pane Egress Window, Ceiling Fan. Closet.
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Dining room
- Description: Solid Red Oak Floor. Coronado Stone Accent Wall. Custom Red Oak Built-In Bookcase. Same Custom Windows/Treatments As Living Room. Antique Chandelier.
- Level: Main
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Kitchen
- Description: Red Oak Cabinets. Built-In Desk, Pantry, And Broom Closet. High Quality, Durable Flooring. Quartz Counter Tops. Triple-Pane Windows. Newer Storm Door.
- Level: Main
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Living room
- Description: Open Log Beams On Vaulted Ceiling. Custom Red Oak Built-In Bookcase. Insulated Window Treatments With Hinged Frame. Walsh Triple-Pane Vinyl Windows.
- Level: Main
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hook-Ups, In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom, 2nd Kitchen, Loft, Utility Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Egress Windows,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Apartment,Utility Room,Block,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,650
- Total interior livable area: 2,650 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,912
- Finished area below ground: 738
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: RV Access/Parking, Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, 4 Season Porch
Lot
- Size: 2.35 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Wooded, High
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Building, Storage, Other
- Parcel number: 151800314
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Log
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Log Siding, Stone
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Previously Owned,Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Minnesota Power
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Phone Connected, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Carlton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $399,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,809
- Price range: $514.9K - $514.9K
- Date on market: 6/20/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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