11688 40th St

4,301 Sq. Ft.
$169 / Sq. Ft.
4,301
Sq. Ft.
$169
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Discover peaceful country living on 8 beautiful acres in Bowlus with this exceptional 4,300+ finished square-foot home offering space, flexibility, and hobby farm potential. Conveniently located near Holdingford, Little Falls, Brainerd, and within 90 minutes of the Twin Cities, this private estate combines rural serenity with easy accessibility and is positioned on Royalton, Upsala, and Holdingford school bus routes. Designed for comfort and functionality, the home features 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms,...Discover peaceful country living on 8 beautiful acres in Bowlus with this exceptional 4,300+ finished square-foot home offering space, flexibility, and hobby farm potential. Conveniently located near Holdingford, Little Falls, Brainerd, and within 90 minutes of the Twin Cities, this private estate combines rural serenity with easy accessibility and is positioned on Royalton, Upsala, and Holdingford school bus routes. Designed for comfort and functionality, the home features 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, including four same-level bedrooms on the upper floor. The main level offers true one-level living and is handicap accessible, with all essential amenities conveniently located on the primary floor. A private primary suite provides a relaxing retreat with a jetted soaking tub and its own washer and dryer. The kitchen showcases granite and quartz countertops, generous workspace, and flows seamlessly into the formal dining area and inviting three-season sunroom overlooking the scenic landscape. The finished lower level expands the living space with two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, a spacious family room, and multiple storage areas. The attached heated three-stall garage offers direct access through the mudroom as well as separate access to the lower-level basement for added convenience. Outdoors, the property is ready for your rural lifestyle vision with a picturesque 1-acre pond, rolling pastureland, a livestock barn equipped with automatic water, a 40x48 pole barn, a chicken coop with enclosed run, and multiple garden areas. Recent updates include a new furnace, central air conditioning system, and water heaters, providing efficiency and peace of mind. This rare property offers the perfect blend of expansive living, modern comfort, and country charm — an ideal opportunity for those seeking space, privacy, and possibility.
  1. Listed by RE/MAX Results
  2. Listed by RE/MAX Results

Property Details for 11688 40th Street

Zoning Jurisdiction
Residential-Single Family
LISTING UPDATED: 04/21/2026 10:43 AM

Property Details for 11688 40th Street

StatusActive
MLS #7021631
Days on Compass5
Taxes$6,490 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built2002
Lot Size8.00 AC / 348,480 SF
CountyMorrison County

Location

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Building Information for 11688 40th Street

Stories-Year Built2002Building Size-Lot Size8.00 AC / 348,480 SF

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Property Information for 11688 40th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Bowlus
  • County Or Parish: Morrison
  • County: Morrison-MN
  • Directions: Hwy 10 to Royalton Left at the lights to Bowlus Left at stop sign Right on 40th to home
  • Latitude: 45.821461
  • Longitude: -94.414205
  • Map Coordinate: 999-A1
  • City and Location: Bowlus
  • City and Location Text: Bowlus(MN)
  • Postal Code: 56314
  • State Or Province: MN
  • Public Survey Township: 127
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 330004002
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,490.00
  • Tax Legal Description: SECT- 11 TWP- 127 RANGE- 030 PT OF E1/2 OF SE1/4 DESC AS: BEG AT SW COR, N 01*27'13" W ALG W LN 1172 FT, N 90* E 457.14 FT, S 00* W 693.61 FT, S 90* W 355 FT, S 0* W 478 FT TO S LN, N 90* W ALG S LN 72.41 FT TO BEG
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $.00
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax With Assessments: 6490
School Information
  • High School District: 1800 - Royalton
  • School District Number: 1800
  • School District Phone: 3205845531
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 2847.0
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT: 1454.0
  • Farm Type: Hobby
  • SQFT Total: 4301.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Suitable for Horses, Tillable, Tree Coverage - Medium
  • Lot Size Area: 8.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: getting
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Chicken Coop/Barn, Gazebo, Hen House, Pole Building, Workshop, Storage Shed
  • Present Use: Yearly
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • SQFT Main Total: 1912
  • Building Area Total: 4301.0
  • Above Grade SqFt Total: 2847
  • Below Grade SqFt Total: 1454
Utilities
  • Sewer: Tank with Drainage Field
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Doors 36"+
  • Exterior Features: Vinyl
  • Foundation Area: 1454.0
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Fuel: Propane
  • Road Frontage Type: Township
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road, Public Maintained Road
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle, Asphalt
  • Patio Porch Type: Deck,Front Porch,Patio,Porch,Rear Porch,Side Porch,Wrap Around
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Air-To-Air Exchanger, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Fuel Tank - Rented, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement Type: Block, Daylight/Lookout Windows, Drain Tiled, Drainage System, Finished, Full, Storage Space, Sump Pump
  • Amenities Unit: Cable,Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Exercise Room,French Doors,Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Center Island,Kitchen Window,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Natural Woodwork,Patio,Tile Floors,Washer/Dryer Hookup,Walk-In Closet
  • Bath Desc: Bathroom Ensuite,Full Primary,Full Basement,Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Separate Tub & Shower,Upper Level Full Bath,Jetted Tub
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 7
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Dining Room Description: Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Area,Eat In Kitchen,Informal Dining Room,Kitchen/Dining Room,Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • DP Resource: Yes
  • Garage Door Height: 9
  • Garage Square Feet: 1119
  • Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, In Unit, Upper Level
  • Levels: Two
  • Room List: Three Season Porch, Dining Room, Family Room, Bedroom 5, Bedroom, Bedroom 4, Foyer, Guest Room, Informal Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 6, Storage, Bedroom 3, Utility Room
  • Basement YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 13x11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Three Season Porch
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 14x11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 30x16
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 15x12
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 19x14
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 15x12
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 15x5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 14x6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 13x11.5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Guest Room
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 13.5x8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Informal Dining Room
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 13.5x13
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 14x9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 13
  • Room Dimensions: 22x14
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 14
  • Room Dimensions: 21x14
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 15
  • Room Dimensions: 16x13
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
Room 16
  • Room Dimensions: 8x6
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Storage
Room 17
  • Room Dimensions: 12x4
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Storage
Room 18
  • Room Dimensions: 13x10
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 19
  • Room Dimensions: 14.5x14.5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Utility Room

Property History for 11688 40th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 3, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7021631

$725,000—
Mar 11, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7021631

$739,900—
Feb 20, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7021631

$749,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/03/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7021631

$725,000
03/11/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7021631

$739,900
02/20/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7021631

$749,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 11688 40th Street

Taxable ValueLand$78,000Additions$533,600Total$611,600
Tax Record2025$7,236 ($603 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Total Finished SqFt2,847 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,847 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,454 SqFtStories2Lot Size348,480 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2002CountyMORRISONAPN33.0004.002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 11688 40th Street

This home is within Royalton Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Royalton Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Royalton Middle School
Public6 to 8

Royalton Secondary
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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11688 40th Street is a single family home for sale in Bowlus, MN 56314. This property was listed for sale on February 20, 2026 by RE/MAX Results, it's currently listed at $725,000. This listing's school district is Royalton Public School District. Nearby schools include Royalton Elementary School, Royalton Middle School and Royalton Secondary. 11688 40th Street is a 7-bed, 5-bath, 4,301 sqft single family home built in 2002.

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