Active
3 beds2,052 sqft
1635 E Ponto Lake Rd NW, Backus, MN 56435
Est: $4,112/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.23 acresLot Size
1928Year Built
$365/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Legacy home on beautiful and rarely available Ponto Lake. This stately property offers 1.23 acres of beautifully manicured grounds, an impressive 190 feet of excellent hard-sand frontage, and a detached two-car garage. Filled with original character, the home has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated to complement its timeless appeal while meeting modern tastes and standards. The long list of updates includes metal siding, new flooring throughout, and ductless mini-split air conditioning....Legacy home on beautiful and rarely available Ponto Lake. This stately property offers 1.23 acres of beautifully manicured grounds, an impressive 190 feet of excellent hard-sand frontage, and a detached two-car garage. Filled with original character, the home has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated to complement its timeless appeal while meeting modern tastes and standards. The long list of updates includes metal siding, new flooring throughout, and ductless mini-split air conditioning. The three-bedroom, two-bathroom home also features a gourmet kitchen with a gas stove, original doors, and beautiful woodwork throughout. An additional detached two-car garage provides ample storage for lake toys, vehicles, and equipment. Experience the character of a historic Ponto Lake home, combined with thoughtful updates and exceptional versatility, all along the shores of this beautiful lake.
47 days on Market
  • Listed by: • eXp Realty
  • Listed by: • eXp Realty
Last updated: 09/18/2026 09:29 AM • Source: NorthStar, MLS#: 7119131

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Property Information for 1635 East Ponto Lake Road Northwest

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,840 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family
  • County: Cass County
  • Subdivision Name: East Shore
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front
  • Waterfront YN: Yes
  • Zoning Jurisdiction: Residential-Single Family
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Lot Size: 1.23 AC / 53,578 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Backus
  • County Or Parish: Cass
  • County: Cass-MN
  • Directions: Head north on 371 and turn right on 44. Continue straight through the roundabout at the intersection of 24th street and 44. 44 will turn into 84, continue approximately 11 miles until you turn left off of 84 onto E Ponto Lake Rd. NW.
  • Latitude: 46.8646046177
  • Longitude: -94.3372124147
  • Nbr of Acres: 388
  • Lake Name: Recreational Development
  • PLAT: 60
  • Map Coordinate: 999-A1
  • City and Location: Backus
  • City and Location Text: Backus(MN)
  • Postal Code: 56435
  • State Or Province: MN
  • Public Survey Township: 139
  • Waterfront Property YN: No
  • Topography: Gently Rolling,Level
  • Water Body Name: Ponto
  • Waterfront Footage: 11023400
  • Waterfront Frontage: 190
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 320103305
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,840.00
  • Tax Legal Description: PART OF GOVT LOT 4 & PART OF SE1/4 OF SW1/4
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $132.00
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax With Assessments: 2972
School Information
  • High School District: 2174 - Pine River-Backus
  • School District Number: 2174
  • School District Phone: 2185874720
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 2052.0
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT: 0.0
  • SQFT Total: 2052.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area: 1.23
  • Lot Size Dimensions: irr
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Structures: Garage(s), Sauna, Storage Shed
  • Present Use: Yearly
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • SQFT Main Total: 1008
  • Building Area Total: 2052.0
  • Above Grade SqFt Total: 2052
  • Below Grade SqFt Total: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Drilled
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Exterior Features: Metal
  • Foundation Area: 1008.0
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Fuel: Electric,Propane
  • Road Frontage Type: Township
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Roof: Age Over 8 Years
  • Patio Porch Type: Deck
Interior Features
  • Basement Type: Block
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split
  • DP Resource: Yes
  • Garage Dimensions: 20x26
  • Garage Square Feet: 520
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Room List: Bathroom, Dining Room, Bedroom, Bedroom 4, Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Office, Bedroom 2, Sun Room, Bedroom 3, Walk-In Closet
  • Basement YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 7x7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11x8
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 15x12
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 12x10
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 14x9
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 6x5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 13x12
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 15x11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 21x11
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Office
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 11x10
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 21x9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 15x12
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 13
  • Room Dimensions: 12x6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Walk-In Closet
Room 14
  • Room Dimensions: 12x6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Walk-In Closet
Room 15
  • Room Dimensions: 12x6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Walk-In Closet

Property History for 1635 East Ponto Lake Road Northwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 17, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7119131

$749,900
Aug 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7119131

Nov 23, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1480710249

$13,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/17/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7119131

$749,900
08/03/2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7119131

11/23/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1480710249

$13,500

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

Public Records for 1635 East Ponto Lake Road Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$201,300Additions$271,400Total$472,700
Tax Record2026$2,250 ($188 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,018 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,018 SqFtLot Size53,579 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1990Year Renovated1990CountyCASSAPN32-010-3305

Schools near 1635 East Ponto Lake Road Northwest

This home is within Pine River-Backus School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Pine River-Backus Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Pine River-Backus High School
Public7 to 12

Pine River Area Learning Center
Public9 to 12

Pine River Middle Alc
Public7 to 8

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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1635 East Ponto Lake Road Northwest is a single family home for sale in Backus, MN 56435. This property was listed for sale on August 3, 2026 by eXp Realty, it's currently listed at $749,900. It has been on the market for a total of 47 days and was last sold on November 23, 2021. This listing's school district is Pine River-Backus School District. Nearby schools include Pine River-Backus Elementary School, Pine River-Backus High School and Pine River Area Learning Center. 1635 East Ponto Lake Road Northwest is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 2,052 sqft single family home built in 1928.

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