Year-Round Home with Private Lake Access to Big McDonald Lake in Otter Tail County. 3 bed/2 bath, one-level home w/ 2-stall garage on a peaceful lot with 260 ft of private natural shoreline directly across the road from the home. Big McDonald is nearly 1,000 acres in size and is renowned for its exceptional water clarity, making this body of water a desirable choice for those who enjoy water activities. Whether you are launching a kayak at sunrise, hosting an afternoon on the water, or spending the evening out fishing, memories will be made here. The surrounding area is packed with year-round recreation. The home is just minutes from the Otter Trail Scenic Byway and offers quick access to walking and biking trails + over 600 miles of groomed snowmobile trails. Motorcyclists love riding along the county's scenic lakes. It's a short drive to charming small towns and local dining, and this is an opportunity to secure your own 4-season haven in the heart of Minnesota's Lakes Country.
Active
Price cut: $20K (8/28)
$369,000
42003 Engstrom Beach Rd, Dent, MN 56528
3beds
1,664sqft
Single Family
Built in 1974
2.6 Acres Lot
$365,600 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 49 days
- 1,215
- 39
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lara Burnside 218-849-4206,
eXp Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7122572
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 227.14 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18'5" x 12'4"
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 114.46 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11'2" x 10'3"
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 133.07 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11'11" x 11'2"
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 106.46 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8'9" x 12'2"
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 63.92 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9'10" x 6'6"
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 29 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4'10 x 6'
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 255.22 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11'11" x 21'5"
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20' x 16'3"
Utility room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Boiler, Ductless Mini-Split, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Ductless Mini-Split
Appliances
- Included: Air-To-Air Exchanger, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Water Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Free Standing, Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,664
- Total interior livable area: 1,664 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,664
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Electric
- Garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions (26' x 24')
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Stairs Internal
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: East, Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Deeded Access, Lake Front, Lake Bottom(Undeveloped)
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 260
Lot
- Size: 2.6 Acres
- Dimensions: 280' x 380 ' x 260' x 480'
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1664
- Parcel number: 16000250140005
- Zoning description: Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Rented
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Power Company: Lake Region Electric Co-op
- Gas: Electric, Propane
- Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes, Tank with Drainage Field
- Water: Private, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Walida Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Dent
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $384,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,546
- Date on market: 8/7/2026
Estimated market value
$365,600
$347,000 - $384,000
$1,925/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Price change | $369,000-5.1%$222/sqft |
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| 8/20/2026 | Price change | $389,000-2.5%$234/sqft |
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| 8/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,000+110%$240/sqft |
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| 10/30/2020 | Sold | $190,000-2.6%$114/sqft |
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| 5/22/2020 | Listing removed | $195,000$117/sqft |
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| 5/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $195,000$117/sqft |
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| 12/1/2019 | Listing removed | $195,000$117/sqft |
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| 8/28/2019 | Price change | $195,000-2%$117/sqft |
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| 5/31/2019 | Price change | $199,000-15.3%$120/sqft |
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| 5/1/2019 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 11/2/2018 | Listing removed | $235,000$141/sqft |
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| 8/27/2018 | Price change | $235,000-2.1%$141/sqft |
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| 7/9/2018 | Price change | $240,000-4%$144/sqft |
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| 5/2/2018 | Listed for sale | $249,900+2%$150/sqft |
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| 10/2/2017 | Listing removed | $244,900$147/sqft |
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| 7/22/2017 | Price change | $244,900-2%$147/sqft |
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| 5/22/2017 | Listed for sale | $249,900$150/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,447 +25% | $384,200 +3.5% |
| 2024 | $1,958 +8.2% | $371,300 +50.3% |
| 2023 | $1,810 -21.8% | $247,100 +3% |
| 2022 | $2,314 +11.1% | $239,900 |
| 2021 | $2,084 +1% | -- |
| 2020 | $2,064 +3.5% | $240,100 +6% |
| 2018 | $1,993 -4.3% | $226,500 +5.7% |
| 2017 | $2,082 +6.1% | $214,300 +8.2% |
| 2016 | $1,962 | $198,100 |
| 2015 | $1,962 +16.5% | -- |
| 2014 | $1,684 | $210,300 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | $1,452 +0.1% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,450 | -- |
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