2300 Rice Portage Trail NW

Backus, MN 56435

$349,900
Price
3
Beds
1,864 Sq. Ft.
$188 / Sq. Ft.
1,864
Sq. Ft.
$188
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set on the desirable Portage Chain of Lakes, this lakeshore home offers panoramic water views and an exceptional sense of privacy. Enjoy expansive lake views overlooking Deep Portage Preserve, providing undeveloped shoreline and wooded scenery across the water. The property is tucked into a private, natural setting with a peaceful Northwoods feel. Offering convenient one-level living, the open layout features vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and generous living and dining spaces designed...Set on the desirable Portage Chain of Lakes, this lakeshore home offers panoramic water views and an exceptional sense of privacy. Enjoy expansive lake views overlooking Deep Portage Preserve, providing undeveloped shoreline and wooded scenery across the water. The property is tucked into a private, natural setting with a peaceful Northwoods feel. Offering convenient one-level living, the open layout features vaulted ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and generous living and dining spaces designed to take full advantage of the lake setting. The home includes a full primary bedroom suite that is privately set apart from the additional bedrooms. Large windows and lake-facing areas capture sweeping views of Big Portage Lake. Recent updates include a new furnace. With over 1,000 acres of connected water to explore, the Portage Chain is ideal for boating, great fishing, and year-round recreation, making this an excellent opportunity for relaxed lake living.
  1. Listed by Gallery of Homes • Daniel Pflugshaupt

Property Details for 2300 Rice Portage Trail Northwest

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Panoramic
Waterfront Features
Lake Front
Zoning Jurisdiction
Residential-Single Family
LISTING UPDATED: 01/13/2026 01:57 PM

Property Details for 2300 Rice Portage Trail Northwest

StatusActive
MLS #7003805
Days on Compass8
Taxes$2,284 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1993
Lot Size1.93 AC / 84,070 SF
CountyCass County

Location

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Building Information for 2300 Rice Portage Trail Northwest

Stories-Year Built1993Building Size-Lot Size1.93 AC / 84,070 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,896 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,705

Property Taxes

$190

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2300 Rice Portage Trail Northwest

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Backus
  • County Or Parish: Cass
  • County: Cass-MN
  • Directions: 371 North to 87 East to 24th Ave NW to East on Rice Portage Trail NW
  • Latitude: 46.8591134359
  • Longitude: -94.4033307705
  • Nbr of Acres: 902
  • Lake Bottom: Reeds, Sand, Undeveloped, Weeds
  • Approx Acreage: 1031
  • Development Name Free Text: Portage
  • Lake Name: General Development
  • PLAT: 23
  • 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
  • Waterfront Footage: 11030800
  • Waterfront Descrip: 15-26
  • Waterfront Frontage: 275
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 320182305
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,284.00
  • Tax Legal Description: PT OF GOV LOT 3, SEC 18-139-29
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $.00
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax With Assessments: 2284
School Information
  • High School District: 1065 - Pine River-Backus
  • School District Number: 1065
  • School District Phone: 2185874720
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 1864.0
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT: 0.0
  • SQFT Total: 1864.0
  • Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Heavy
  • Lot Size Area: 1.93
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 1.93
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Present Use: Yearly
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • SQFT Main Total: 1864
  • Above Grade SqFt Total: 1864
  • Below Grade SqFt Total: 0
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes, Tank with Drainage Field
  • Water Source: 4-Inch Submersible
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Doors 36"+
  • Foundation Area: 1864.0
  • Fuel: Propane
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Patio Porch Type: Patio
Interior Features
  • Basement Type: None
  • Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Dock,Kitchen Window,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Tile Floors,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet
  • Bath Desc: Bathroom Ensuite,Full Primary,Main Floor Full Bath,Jetted Tub
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Dining Room Description: Living/Dining Room
  • DP Resource: Yes
  • Garage Square Feet: 624
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Levels: One
  • Room List: Dining Room, Bedroom, Foyer, Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom 2, Sun Room, Bedroom 3
  • Basement YN: No
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 13x10
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 14x19
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 6x10
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 26x24
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Garage
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 14x10
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 20x20
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 20x11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 13x13
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 10x11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3

Property History for 2300 Rice Portage Trail Northwest

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 2, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7003805

$349,900—
Jan 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7003805

—
Aug 31, 2022

Off Market

NorthStar #6214269

—
Jun 16, 2022

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6214269

$599,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/02/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7003805

$349,900
01/02/2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7003805

—
08/31/2022

Off Market

NorthStar #6214269

—
06/16/2022

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6214269

$599,000

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

Public Records for 2300 Rice Portage Trail Northwest

Taxable ValueLand$178,400Additions$294,500Total$472,900
Tax Record2025$2,284 ($190 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,864 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,864 SqFtLot Size84,071 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1993CountyCASSAPN32-018-2305Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2300 Rice Portage Trail Northwest

This home is within Pine River-Backus School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Pine River-Backus Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Pine River-Backus High School
Public - 7 to 12
Pine River Area Learning Center
Public - 9 to 12
Pine River Middle Alc
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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More information about 2300 Rice Portage Trail Northwest, Backus, MN 56435

2300 Rice Portage Trail Northwest is a single family home for sale in Backus, MN 56435. This property was listed for sale on January 2, 2026 by Gallery of Homes, it's currently listed at $349,900. 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. 2300 Rice Portage Trail Northwest is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,864 sqft single family home built in 1993.

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