2459 Town Road 279

Barnum, MN 55707

$515,000
Price
4
Beds
2,700 Sq. Ft.
$191 / Sq. Ft.
2,700
Sq. Ft.
$191
per Sq. Ft.
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Root Cellar

Description

Escape to your own private Northwoods retreat! Nestled on 20 beautiful, wooded acres with legal easement access to county land, this one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect blend of privacy, recreation, and functionality. Step inside to a dramatic great room featuring soaring 20-foot ceilings and a stunning floor-to-ceiling Chicago brick fireplace that serves as the heart of the home. The spacious primary suite is filled with natural light and includes its own fireplace, creating the perfect place...Escape to your own private Northwoods retreat! Nestled on 20 beautiful, wooded acres with legal easement access to county land, this one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect blend of privacy, recreation, and functionality. Step inside to a dramatic great room featuring soaring 20-foot ceilings and a stunning floor-to-ceiling Chicago brick fireplace that serves as the heart of the home. The spacious primary suite is filled with natural light and includes its own fireplace, creating the perfect place to unwind. Spanish-imported tile flooring adds character and durability throughout much of the home. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the extensive trail system leading to public land, abundant wildlife including deer, turkey, owls, and more, plus incredible hunting opportunities right out your back door. Spend your evenings relaxing around the fire pit, listening to nature, or enjoying the peaceful pond that remains full year-round. The property is well-equipped for country living with a ready-to-use chicken coop, additional fenced area for expansion, a root cellar for food storage, gazebo, playground, storage shed, and a heated garage. A unique bonus is the detached garage, which was originally finished as living quarters while the home was being built. It includes heating, air conditioning, washer and dryer hookups, an oven hookup, and offers endless possibilities for a workshop, hobby space, guest overflow, or future customization. Seller is willing to negotiate many personal property items, making this a rare opportunity to purchase not only an incredible property but many of the amenities that make it truly special. If you've been dreaming of peaceful country living with room to roam, breathtaking wildlife, and direct access to endless outdoor adventure, this is the property you've been waiting for.
  1. Listed by Kristi M Wills • Coldwell Banker Realty - Duluth
    P: (218)-428-0801 tommyarcherteam.kristi@outlook.com
  2. Listed by Ryan Conway • Coldwell Banker Realty - Duluth
    P: (218)-451-0887 ryan.conway012@gmail.com

Property Details for 2459 Town Road 279

Architectural Style
Ranch
Waterfront YN
No
LISTING UPDATED: 07/16/2026 08:01 PM

Property Details for 2459 Town Road 279

StatusActive
MLS #6126708
Days on Compass4
Taxes$4,632 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built2016
Lot Size20.00 AC / 871,200 SF
CountyCarlton County
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Building Information for 2459 Town Road 279

Stories1Year Built2016Building Size-Lot Size20.00 AC / 871,200 SF

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Property Information for 2459 Town Road 279

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: I-35 to Mahtowa Exit, CR-4 towards Mahtowa, Left CR-61, Right CR-4, Right Town Road 279
  • Latitude: 47
  • Longitude: -93
  • Range: 19
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Road Frontage Type: Dead End/No Outlet, Private Road
  • Township: Mahtowa
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Dimensions: 46x26, 20.4x20.2
  • Garage Features: Apartment,Bathroom,Bedroom,Drains,Electrical Service,Heat,Insulation,Kitchen,Plumbing,Slab
  • Garage Type: Detached,Multiple
  • Parking Features: Common, Gravel
School Information
  • High School District: Barnum #91
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Taxes With Assessments: 4650
  • Twp Number: 48
  • Parcel Number: 88-028-5800
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,632.00
  • Tax Legal Description: NE1/4 OF SW1/4 EX W1/2 THEREOF
  • Tax Year: 2026
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2700.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 2700.0
  • Living Area: 2700.0
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Tree Coverage - Medium, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 20.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 1330x650
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • Foundation Dimensions: irr
  • Other Structures: Chicken Coop/Barn
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 18
  • Land Access: ***
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Possession: Immediate
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Public Survey Section: 36
  • Year Built: 2016
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Drain Field
  • Water Source: Drilled
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Electric Expense: $315.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: No Stairs External, No Stairs Internal
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Porch
  • Foundation Details: N/A
  • Pool Features: None
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Slab
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Multiple
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), In Floor Heat, Outdoor Boiler, Propane
  • Interior Features: Garage Door Opener(s), Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Skylight(s), Tiled Floors, Walk-In Closet(s), Foyer-Entrance, Main Floor Laundry, Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Main Level, In Unit, Washer Hookup
  • Basement Features: N/A
  • Bath Description: Full Primary,3/4 Main Floor,Full Main Floor,Private Primary
  • Dining Room Type: Combine with Kitchen,Combine with Living Room
  • Extra Rooms: Utility Room
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
  • Mechanicals: Water Filtration System,Water Heater-Tankless
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomLength: 6.7
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bathroom
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Room 2
  • RoomLength: 15.5
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bathroom
  • RoomWidth: 17.0
Room 3
  • RoomLength: 9.5
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Den
  • RoomWidth: 14.9
Room 4
  • RoomLength: 13.2
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 17.2
Room 5
  • RoomLength: 9.2
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 13.3
Room 6
  • RoomLength: 19.9
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Foyer
  • RoomWidth: 12.1
Room 7
  • RoomDescription: Master Bath
  • RoomLength: 6.4
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 10.1
Room 8
  • RoomDescription: 2nd bedroom on left
  • RoomLength: 12.6
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomWidth: 16.9
Room 9
  • RoomDescription: Bedroom on right with closet
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 13.2
Room 10
  • RoomDescription: 1st bedroom on left
  • RoomLength: 11.7
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Pantry (Walk-In)
  • RoomWidth: 19.1
Room 11
  • RoomLength: 19.4
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom 2
  • RoomWidth: 7.5
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2026-07-13
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Power Company: Lake Country Power
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Leased Land: Owned
  • Lender Owned: No

Property History for 2459 Town Road 279

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 13, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7099587

$515,000—
Jul 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7099587

—
Jul 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6126708

$515,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/13/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7099587

$515,000
07/13/2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7099587

—
07/13/2026

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6126708

$515,000

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

Public Records for 2459 Town Road 279

Taxable ValueLand$85,200Additions$386,300Total$471,500
Tax Record2026$4,650 ($388 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size871,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyCARLTONAPN88-028-5800

Schools near 2459 Town Road 279

This home is within Barnum Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Barnum Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Barnum Secondary
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Barnum Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Barnum Secondary
Public7 to 12

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More information about 2459 Town Road 279, Barnum, MN 55707

2459 Town Road 279 is a single family home for sale in Barnum, MN 55707. This property was listed for sale on July 13, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Realty - Duluth, it's currently listed at $515,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on October 7, 2024. This listing's school district is Barnum Public School District. Nearby schools include Barnum Elementary School and Barnum Secondary. 2459 Town Road 279 is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,700 sqft single family home built in 2016.

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