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Sold for $576,000 on 08/08/25
  • $576,000

    84 County Road 48, Grand Marais, MN 55604

    1beds
    2,016sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1974
    11.55 Acres Lot
    $575,900 Zestimate®
    $286/sqft
    $1,376 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Boreal woods meet pastoral tranquility. County Road 48, a bit west of Grand Marais, is a local favorite and pathway into the “lesser known” of Cook County MN. High on a ridge, the views of the Big Lake and surrounding woods are invigorating! The lands in this area were farmed back in the day and some openness from that time still exists among the maturing forest. There is a vibe along 48, hard to define – bucolic, timeless, peaceful… Puts one back 50 years or so when this home was lovingly crafted by the current owner. A local master carpenter did the work, and he wanted the best for his clients that were also friends. He handcrafted the doors and had his buddy the ol’ blacksmith Bill Bally make the hinges. Built-in cabinets. Warm, knot-free maple flooring, ash and knotty pine paneling, colored stone tile the way the experts do it! Two bathrooms are sharp with tile, too, and soothing clear paneling. Dramatic fireplace anchors the living room which has wonderful views all around. Spill out to the wraparound deck to inspect the moods of the seasons: endless flow of migrating birds, Superior grinding away one day, placid the next, flowering fruit tree aromas, fall color bonanza! The current owner knew the timing of planting trees – as soon as possible! And now a glorious stand of red pines is the backdrop, buffering the road and stimulating lofty thoughts. Come back to the deck where the BBQ is on and overlooks the surrounding lawn, a relic farm field now ideal for a game of bags, a patch of veggies, and walk or run around barefoot - earth mana coming up the spine. Back inside the kitchen is class-act and ready: gooseberry pies, chantarelle souffle, rhubarb crisp, walleye fry! Offpeak heaters are nice on the bank account and tastefully enclosed in craftsman style enclosures. Or go for it with wood: in the upper fireplace and the downstairs Lopi woodstove. Plenty of room here awaiting the imagination of the next owner. Upstairs is the primary bedroom with adjoining bathroom. Down below is a tastefully finished walk-out area. Could be part bedroom and/or family room. A cute little sequestered room is ideal as an office or with addition of egress a possible bedroom. The size and scale is just right: enough but not so much the dust bunnies take over. Two well-constructed, dutiful outbuildings: oversized, two-car garage and a big ol’ steel Morton building awaiting orders! Open air covered woodshed will hold a few season’s of firewood. Tranquil, Northwoods, Home!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 09, 2025 at 06:04pm

    Listed by:

    John Oberholtzer 218-370-0236,

    TimberWolff Realty LLC

    Bought with:

    Susan Nichols, MN 20457011

    Red Pine Realty

    Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors,MLS#: 6119867MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Description: Convenient, spacious, good views to woods, snoozeful!
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12 x 12
    Bathroom
    • Description: Soaker Tub. Beautiful, knot-free paneling.
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 42 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 6 x 7
    Bathroom
    • Description: Attached to primary bedroom. Warm paneling. Tiled floors
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 48 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 6 x 8
    Deck
    • Description: Awesome wraparound deck takes in all the moods of Gitchi Gummee and the surrounding woods.
    Dining room
    • Description: Open to Living room. Great views. Hardwood floors throughout.
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 234 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13 x 18
    Family room
    • Description: Large open space combined with Rec Room. Good views, nicely finished.
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 459 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17 x 27
    Kitchen
    • Description: Lots of storage space. Nice, tiled floors. Good views to woods
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 288 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16 x 18
    Laundry
    • Description: Laundry and utility area combined - good storage, plenty of space.
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 132 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11 x 12
    Living room
    • Description: Fabulous views of the Big Lake and surrounding woods. Warm paneling and terrific fireplace. Opens to deck.
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 286 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13 x 22
    Office
    • Description: Private space for office. Could be bedroom with egress modification.
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 54 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 6 x 9
    Rec room
    • Description: Good place for movie night, good open area to fill with your imagination.
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 128 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 8 x 16
    Heating
    • Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Fireplace(s), Wood, Electric
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Water Heater-Electric, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
    Features
    • Natural Woodwork, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings
    • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tiled Floors
    • Basement: Full,Finished,Walkout,Bath,Family/Rec Room,Utility Room,Washer Hook-Ups,Dryer Hook-Ups
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,016 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,008
    • Finished area below ground: 1,008

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Gravel, Detached, Multiple
    • Garage spaces: 4
    Features
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Lake Superior
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Lake Superior
    Lot
    • Size: 11.55 Acres
    • Features: Many Trees, High
    • Residential vegetation: Heavily Wooded
    Details
    • Foundation area: 1008
    • Parcel number: 521231100
    • Zoning description: Residential

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood, Frame/Wood
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
    Condition
    • Previously Owned
    • Year built: 1974

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Arrowhead Electric
    • Sewer: Private Sewer
    • Water: Private, Drilled
    • Utilities for property: Fiber Optic

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Grand Marais

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Road surface type: Unimproved
    Services availability