BIG WATAB LAKE- A rare opportunity to own a finely finished 3 bed, 4 bath home on one of Minnesota's prized lakes. With 18+/- feet of unparalleled water clarity, Big Watab Lake is your destination for recreation, fishing and creating memories in any season. The property is positioned on a desirable level lot with your own sandy beach, well-manicured grounds and beautifully mature perennial gardens. This home boasts casual elegance and a comfortable layout- the main floor offers a bright kitchen with a large granite island and stainless-steel appliances, a cozy gas fireplace in the living room that opens with tri-fold doors to an absolutely dreamy 14x14' sunroom with sweeping lake views. A 1/2 bath, a second seating space with bar area, a large bedroom with private ¾ bath complete the main level. Upstairs, the property hosts the large 2nd bedroom, laundry with full bath, and a breathtaking primary lakeside suite with a private Juliette balcony, wet bar, ensuite bath with dual sinks, and a large cedar lined walk-in closet. Whether you're searching for a seasonal getaway or a year-round lakeside home, this meticulously maintained property is ready to be enjoyed from day one. With everything in place to embrace lake living, you'll be making memories on the water from the moment you arrive. This is a property that must be seen in person to be fully appreciated- schedule your private showing today.
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$1,000,000
30246 Lilac Rd, Saint Joseph, MN 56374
3beds
1,920sqft
Single Family
Built in 1961
0.34 Acres Lot
$995,400 Zestimate®
$521/sqft
$2,255 Estimated rent
Home value
$995,400
$946,000 - $1.05M
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Listed by:
Kayla Deters 320-260-7372,
Edina Realty, Inc,
Jamie Juelfs 612-441-1572
Bought with:
Josh Hirschfeld
Hirschfeld Real Estate
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7100103
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x16
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 162.75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.5x15.5
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 312 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x24
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6x8
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x19
Laundry
- Level: Upper
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5x8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x24
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Humidifier, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Water Softener Rented
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Upper Level
Features
- Basement: Block,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,880
- Total interior livable area: 1,920 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,920
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Driveway - Other Surface, Garage Door Opener, Insulated Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (22x24)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Composite Decking, Rear Porch, Screened
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: East, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Bottom(Sand, Excellent Sand)
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 70
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 40 x 213 x 70 x 226
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Foundation area: 960
- Parcel number: 05031500000
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Rented
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Block
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt,Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
- Water: Private, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Genmardel Shores
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Joseph
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $521/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $468,800
- Annual tax amount: $4,078
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Sold | $1,000,000$521/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7100103 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2026 | Pending sale | $1,000,000$521/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7100103 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000+200.8%$521/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7100103 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2014 | Sold | $332,500-7.4%$173/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2014 | Price change | $359,000-2.9%$187/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 First Realty, Inc. #4395024 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2014 | Price change | $369,900-2.4%$193/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 First Realty, Inc. #4395024 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2014 | Price change | $379,000-2.6%$197/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 First Realty, Inc. #4395024 Report a problem | ||
| 8/21/2013 | Price change | $389,000-2.5%$203/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 First Realty, Inc. #4395024 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2013 | Listed for sale | $399,000$208/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 First Realty, Inc. #4395024 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,086 +4.7% | $468,800 +4.6% |
| 2024 | $3,904 +0.4% | $448,000 +4.5% |
| 2023 | $3,890 +5.4% | $428,900 +24.1% |
| 2022 | $3,692 | $345,500 |
| 2021 | $3,692 +5% | $345,500 +10.3% |
| 2020 | $3,516 | $313,100 +1.4% |
| 2019 | $3,516 +1.3% | $308,900 +5.3% |
| 2018 | $3,472 -2.3% | $293,400 +7.5% |
| 2017 | $3,552 +7.7% | $273,000 |
| 2016 | $3,298 | -- |
| 2015 | $3,298 | -- |
| 2014 | $3,298 -3% | -- |
| 2013 | $3,400 -6.1% | -- |
| 2012 | $3,622 +6.8% | -- |
| 2011 | $3,390 +3.7% | -- |
| 2010 | $3,268 +4.1% | -- |
| 2009 | $3,140 +6.6% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,946 +48.5% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,984 +6% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,872 -4.5% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,960 +20% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,633 +7.8% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,515 +0.9% | -- |
| 2001 | $1,501 +69.2% | -- |
| 2000 | $887 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 56374
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