Welcome to this truly one-of-a-kind estate with a guest house and hobby farm nestled on the serene shores of Howard Lake, just 30 minutes west of Ridgedale Mall. This extraordinary property offers the perfect blend of lakefront living, country charm, and modern comfort. Set on 4.7 acres of beautifully landscaped perennial gardens and mature trees for ultimate privacy, it features 118 feet of pristine lakeshore and breathtaking views from one of the highest points on the lake. The completely renovated main residence boasts over 3,000 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, including a spacious main-level owner’s suite, gourmet kitchen, a cozy sunroom with stunning lake views, an indoor sauna, walk-out lower level and an open-concept floor plan ideal for entertaining. A covered breezeway connects the home to a 3-car detached garage. The charming original guesthouse has been completely updated and features an eat-in kitchen, living room, a main-level bedroom, plus a loft -perfect for guests, extended family, or short-term rental opportunities. At the heart of the property is the stunning 1890s barn, thoughtfully repurposed into a multi-functional space with a woodshop, machine shop, original stables and an artist’s studio, all while preserving its original open-air upper level. Additional features include a new roof, geothermal heating and cooling, a dock, chicken coop and abundant outdoor living spaces to enjoy year-round. Howard Lake is a fantastic recreational lake, perfect for enjoying all your favorite summer activities -boating, kayaking, paddleboarding, and more. In the winter, the lake transforms into a wonderland for ice fishing, skating, and a variety of other cold-weather adventures. This is a rare opportunity to own a truly special property that combines natural beauty, historic character, and modern amenities.
Active
$925,000
8847 47th St SW, Howard Lake, MN 55349
4beds
3,833sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
4.7 Acres Lot
$898,300 Zestimate®
$241/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 31 days
- on Zillow |
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- 104 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 27, 2025 at 08:30pm
Listed by:
Bella V Maisel 612-386-4057,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6746034

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Primary Bathroom, Office, Foyer, Bedroom 3, Mud Room, Bedroom 4, Bonus Room
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Bonus room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x11
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 580 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29x20
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x12
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x5
Office
- Level: Upper
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x7
Heating
- Geothermal
Cooling
- Geothermal
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,833
- Total interior livable area: 3,833 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,130
- Finished area below ground: 1,364
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Dock, Lake Front, Lake View, Waterfront Num(86019900), Lake Acres(745), Lake Depth(39)
- Body of water: Howard
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 118
Lot
- Size: 4.7 Acres
- Features: Many Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Additional Garage, Barn(s), Chicken Coop/Barn, Guest House, Workshop, Silo, Studio
- Foundation area: 1703
- Parcel number: 212000273301
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
Condition
- Age of Property: 46
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Tank with Drainage Field
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Howard Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $241/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $745,700
- Annual tax amount: $7,384
- Date on market: 7/2/2025
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