Abundant wildlifeBreathtaking lake viewsTowering pines
First time available in more than 60 years! Nestled in the heart of Minnesota’s Northwoods, this extraordinary 10+ acre parcel offers a rare combination of privacy, recreational opportunity, and unspoiled natural beauty. Surrounded by approximately 6,000 acres of pristine USDA forest land within the renowned Chippewa National Forest, the property provides an exceptional sense of seclusion and the feeling of owning a private wilderness sanctuary. Boasting over 1,000 feet of shoreline on scenic East Smith Lake, this remarkable offering captures everything buyers envision in a classic Up North setting. Towering pines, abundant wildlife, and breathtaking lake views create a landscape that feels untouched by time. A gentle slope leads to a beautiful hard-sand shoreline, providing outstanding access to the water and countless possibilities for enjoying the lakefront environment. East Smith Lake is one of northern Minnesota’s hidden gems—a 152-acre recreational lake with five miles of shoreline and depths reaching thirty-eight feet. Enjoy excellent fishing, boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, swimming, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Beyond the shoreline, thousands of acres of surrounding public land offer outstanding hunting, hiking, snowmobiling, and year-round exploration. Whether envisioned as a private wilderness retreat, future lakefront estate, recreational basecamp, or legacy property to be enjoyed for generations, this exceptional parcel presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity. Rarely does a property of this size, privacy, shoreline, and setting become available—especially one that has been held and cherished by the same family for more than six decades. A truly remarkable opportunity to own a significant piece of Minnesota's treasured Northwoods.
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Listed by:
Michael J Lynch612-619-8227,
Lakes Sotheby's International Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7114292
Facts & features
Interior
Features
Has basement: No
Property
Features
Has view: Yes
View description: Bay, North, Panoramic, South, West
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Bay
Waterfront features: Lake Front, Waterfront Elevation(4-10), Lake Bottom(Rocky, Sand, Weeds, Excellent Sand)
Frontage length: Water Frontage: 1500
Lot
Size: 10.9 Acres
Topography: High Ground,Low Land,Rolling,Sloped
Details
Parcel number: TBD
Zoning description: Lot,Shoreline
Wooded area: 392040
Utilities & green energy
Utilities for property: Electricity Available, None Connected
Community & HOA
Community
Features: No
HOA
Has HOA: No
Location
Region: Marcell
Financial & listing details
Annual tax amount: $1,141
Date on market: 7/22/2026
Inclusions: Survey, Survey Stakes
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Rent Zestimate®
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Price history
Date
Event
Price
7/22/2026
Listed for sale
$349,000
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7114292Report a problem
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included
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