This stunning, must-see lake home offers approximately 18 acres of private, secluded land with prime hunting opportunities on highly sought-after Little Birch Lake. This clean, in-demand lake is conveniently located just 45 minutes from St. Cloud and Alexandria, and only 90 minutes from the Twin Cities metro area.
This is the perfect place to create lasting memories. The home features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, providing plenty of space for family and guests. Adley Creek flows through the property, and you can watch fish spawning right from your patio, just 30 feet from the water.
Situated on the southeast end of Little Birch Lake, the property also includes the scenic DNR dam, where water flows into Sylvia Lake—an absolutely beautiful and unique feature.
Multiple outbuildings offer ample storage. One newer building is heated and includes a bathroom, adding extra functionality and comfort.
The property is being sold with docks and appliances included.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a truly special lake property.
Active
$774,900
43801 Sylvia Valley Rd, Melrose, MN 56352
4beds
384sqft
Est.:
Single Family
Built in 1960
18 Acres Lot
$748,900 Zestimate®
$2,018/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 12 hours ago
Listed by:
Brandon Kelly 320-491-6107,
Central MN Realty LLC,
Matthew A Imdieke 320-420-1295
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7042214
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 425 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25 x 17
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 15
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x10
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 8
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 5
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 414 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 18
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 414 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 18
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 63.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.9x8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28 x 13
Walk in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.5x10
Heating
- Baseboard, Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Fireplace(s), Radiator
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Osmosis System, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level, Sink
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 384
- Total interior livable area: 384 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,219
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Gravel, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (22x24), Garage Door Height (7), Garage Door Width (16)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Doors 36"+
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, See Remarks
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Creek/Stream, Dock, Lake Front, Lake Bottom(Gravel, Hard, Reeds, Sand, Soft, Wetland)
Lot
- Size: 18 Acres
- Features: Additional Land Available, Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Heavy
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Foundation area: 1835
- Parcel number: 21122250000
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Metal,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Power Company: Stearns Electric Association
- Gas: Electric, Propane
- Sewer: Mound Septic, Private Sewer
- Water: Drilled, Private, Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Melrose
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,018/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $544,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,430
- Date on market: 4/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 285 days
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
$748,900
$711,000 - $786,000
$2,199/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $774,900$2,018/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Listing removed | $774,900$2,018/sqft |
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| 8/12/2025 | Pending sale | $774,900$2,018/sqft |
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| 4/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $774,900$2,018/sqft |
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| 3/27/2025 | Listing removed | $774,900$2,018/sqft |
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| 10/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $774,900$2,018/sqft |
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| 10/10/2024 | Listing removed | $774,900$2,018/sqft |
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| 4/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $774,900-3.1%$2,018/sqft |
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| 4/12/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $799,900$2,083/sqft |
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| 2/10/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $799,900-11.1%$2,083/sqft |
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| 6/16/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/17/2023 | Price change | $899,900-17.8%$2,343/sqft |
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| 9/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,095,000$2,852/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,904 +22.5% | $544,300 +27.7% |
| 2023 | $3,186 -10.6% | $426,400 +9.1% |
| 2022 | $3,562 | $391,000 |
| 2021 | $3,562 +28.9% | $391,000 +41.8% |
| 2020 | $2,764 | $275,800 -1.7% |
| 2019 | $2,764 +9.1% | $280,600 +8.9% |
| 2018 | $2,534 -1.9% | $257,600 +0.2% |
| 2017 | $2,582 +6% | $257,000 |
| 2016 | $2,436 | -- |
| 2015 | $2,436 | -- |
| 2014 | $2,436 -8.8% | -- |
| 2013 | $2,670 -4.2% | -- |
| 2012 | $2,788 +7.2% | -- |
| 2011 | $2,600 +2.1% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,546 -2.5% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,612 +18.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,204 +17.1% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,882 -8.6% | -- |
| 2006 | $2,058 +26.7% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,624 +12.5% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,443 +19% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,213 -24% | -- |
| 2001 | $1,597 -5.9% | -- |
| 2000 | $1,697 | -- |
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Est. payment
$4,629/mo
Principal & interest
$3996
Property taxes
$633
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Neighborhood: 56352
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- 7/10Melrose Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 6.2 mi
- 5/10Melrose Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.1 mi
- 8/10Melrose SecondaryGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.1 mi
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