2649 Cardinal Way

Buffalo, MN 55313

$1,049,000
Price
5
Beds
3,495 Sq. Ft.
$300 / Sq. Ft.
3,495
Sq. Ft.
$300
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Live the lake life you’ve always dreamed of in this beautifully maintained, custom-built modified 2-story home, known to many as “The Light House”, on popular Lake Pulaski! Tucked away at the end of a quiet, non-busy street in the ultra-private northeast corner of Little Pulaski, this property offers the ultimate retreat. Enjoy the peace and privacy of a quieter area with fewer waves from jet skis and boats—making it the absolute perfect spot for paddle boarding, kayaking, or serene bay fishing,...Live the lake life you’ve always dreamed of in this beautifully maintained, custom-built modified 2-story home, known to many as “The Light House”, on popular Lake Pulaski! Tucked away at the end of a quiet, non-busy street in the ultra-private northeast corner of Little Pulaski, this property offers the ultimate retreat. Enjoy the peace and privacy of a quieter area with fewer waves from jet skis and boats—making it the absolute perfect spot for paddle boarding, kayaking, or serene bay fishing, while still offering direct access to main-lake activities. Situated on a spectacular west-facing lot just 30 minutes from the Twin Cities, the property features a gorgeous tree-lined boundary with a peaceful creek running along the entire right side for added privacy. Additionally, Cardinal Park is located directly across the street, and the oversized driveway provides excellent parking for all your guests. Inside, the main level features gorgeous hardwood floors and a bright, open-concept layout. The spacious kitchen boasts a center island and updated appliances, flowing effortlessly into the dining area and a living room framed by oversized picture windows capturing stunning water views. Step out onto the expansive deck, complete with a remote-controlled auto-retract wind sensitive, awning that's perfect for entertaining or relaxing. A versatile 5th bedroom (currently used as an office), a main-floor laundry/mudroom, and a convenient half bath complete this level. Upstairs, the private primary bedroom offers stunning lake views to enjoy waking up to, a full ensuite bath, and a generous walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and another full bath round out the second-floor layout. The bright, walk-out lower level is ready for game night and entertaining! The layout features a spacious recreation room, a 4th bedroom, a 3/4 bath, and a utility room for mechanicals and additional storage. Walk straight out to a finished stone patio complete with a hot tub, lighted pergola and custom under-decking with electric, lights, and ceiling fans—ideal for enjoying the lakeside rain or shine! A highlight of the yard is the iconic and well-known lake landmark, the "Light House". Hand-built to not only shine brightly at night, it also serves as the perfect spot to store all your water toys! The sandy shoreline is ready for your toes to enjoy, complete with a beach firepit. After a fun day in the yard and on the lake, enjoy your perfect front-row seat to watch the sunset and nature's way of painting the sky. The dock, boat lift, and weed roller stay with the property, completely ready to help you make new memories. The attached oversized 3-car garage is fully finished, insulated, and heated—complete with a built-in workbench and storage that’s perfect for tools or hobbies. Adding to the home's value, recent 2025 mechanical upgrades provide total peace of mind and include a brand-new high-efficiency furnace, AC, air exchanger, and whole-house humidifier. Meticulously cared for, privately situated, and entirely turnkey. Stop dreaming about the lake life and start living it—your premier waterfront summer starts the exact moment you move in! Included in Sale: Dock (40’ ShoreStation Dock with “L” shaped section including bench and boat guards), boat lift (ShoreStation boat lift with power winch and canvas cover), hot tub, and dartboard (attached to the basement wall as a cover to electrical access).
  1. Listed by Keller Williams Classic Realty
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Property Details for 2649 Cardinal Way

Subdivision Name
Pulaski Lake Shores
View
Bay, Lake, Panoramic, River, West
Waterfront Features
Creek/Stream, Lake Front, Lake View
Waterfront YN
Yes
Zoning Jurisdiction
Residential-Single Family

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Property Details for 2649 Cardinal Way

StatusActive
MLS #7078623
Days on Compass1
Taxes$9,150 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built2003
Lot Size0.32 AC / 14,026 SF
CountyWright County
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Building Information for 2649 Cardinal Way

Stories-Year Built2003Building Size-Lot Size0.32 AC / 14,026 SF

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Property Information for 2649 Cardinal Way

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Buffalo
  • County Or Parish: Wright
  • County: Wright-MN
  • Directions: Hwy 55 to N on 134 to Pulaski Rd (R) to Cardinal Way (L) to home at end of the road.
  • Latitude: 45.212214
  • Longitude: -93.843548
  • Nbr of Acres: 813
  • Lake Bottom: Excellent Sand
  • PLAT: 87
  • Map Coordinate: 45-B3
  • City and Location: Buffalo
  • City and Location Text: Buffalo(MN)
  • Postal Code: 55313
  • State Or Province: MN
  • Public Survey Township: 120
  • Waterfront Property YN: No
  • Water Body Name: Pulaski
  • Waterfront Footage: 86005300
  • Waterfront Descrip: 0-4
  • Waterfront Frontage: 70
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Beach Access, Other
  • Association Name: Pulaski Lake Shore Association
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 103126003010
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,150.00
  • Tax Legal Description: SECT-09 TWP-120 RANGE-025 PULASKI LAKE SHORES UNIT 5 BLOCK-003 TH PRT OF LTS 1&2 BLK 3 & TH PRT OF VAC RD ELY OF &ADJ TO SD LTS DES BEG NE COR OF LT1 TH WLY ALG N LN TO NW COR OF SD LT1 TH SELY ALG WLY LNS OF SD LTS1&2 TO S LN OF N14.06FT OF SD LT2 T H ELY ALG SD S LN& ITS ELY EXT TO WLY R/W OF CARDINAL WAY,AS DED ON CITY OF BUFFALO R/W PLAT NO.1 TH NWLY ALG SD R/W TO ELY EXT OF N LN OF SD LT1 TH WLY ALG SD EXT TO POB
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $9,150.00
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax With Assessments: 9150
School Information
  • High School District: 877 - Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose
  • School District Number: 877
  • School District Phone: 7636828707
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 2305.0
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT: 1190.0
  • SQFT Total: 3495.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
  • Lot Size Area: 0.322
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 71*228
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Structures: Hot Tub
  • Present Use: Yearly
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • SQFT Main Total: 1370
  • Building Area Total: 3675.0
  • Above Grade SqFt Total: 2305
  • Below Grade SqFt Total: 1370
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
  • Water Source: City Water/Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Exterior Features: Steel Siding, Vinyl
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation Area: 1370.0
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Poured Concrete
  • Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, Cul De Sac, No Outlet/Dead End, Paved Streets
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Roof: Age Over 8 Years, Architectural Shingle
  • Patio Porch Type: Awning(s),Composite Decking,Deck,Other,Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Air-To-Air Exchanger, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Basement Type: Drain Tiled, Finished, Full, Storage Space, Sump Basket, Sump Pump, Walkout
  • Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Dock,Hardwood Floors,Hot Tub,Kitchen Center Island,Kitchen Window,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Natural Woodwork,Patio,Panoramic View,Satellite Dish,Security Lights,In-Ground Sprinkler,Tile Floors,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Washer/Dryer Hookup,Walk-In Closet
  • Bath Desc: 3/4 Basement,Double Sink,Full Primary,Private Primary,Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Separate Tub & Shower,Steam Shower,Upper Level Full Bath,Jetted Tub,Walk-In Shower Stall
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Dining Room Description: Eat In Kitchen,Informal Dining Room,Kitchen/Dining Room
  • Garage Dimensions: 29 x 30
  • Garage Door Height: 7
  • Garage Door Width: 16
  • Garage Square Feet: 880
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
  • Levels: Modified Two Story
  • Room List: Bathroom, Bedroom 5, Bedroom, Bedroom 4, Informal Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Recreation Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Utility Room
  • Basement YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 5.5 x 16
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 9.5 x 11
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 12
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 15
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 12.5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 15
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Informal Dining Room
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 15
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 8 x 10
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 15.5x23
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 11.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bathroom
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 28 x 25
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 14
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 13
  • Room Dimensions: 16.5 x 11
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 14
  • Room Dimensions: 15.5 x 11.5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Utility Room

Property History for 2649 Cardinal Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7078623

—
Jun 15, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #255743473

$600,000—
Jun 15, 2007

Sold

NorthStar #3194394

$600,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/04/2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7078623

—
06/15/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #255743473

$600,000
06/15/2007

Sold

NorthStar #3194394

$600,000

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

Public Records for 2649 Cardinal Way

Taxable ValueLand$270,000Additions$391,700Total$661,700
Tax Record2025$9,150 ($762 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,205 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,205 SqFtStories2StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2003Year Renovated2005CountyWRIGHTAPN103-126-003010

Schools near 2649 Cardinal Way

This home is within Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Public School.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Tatanka Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Buffalo Community Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Buffalo Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Pride Transitions
Public - 12
Rating
School
Distance
Tatanka Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Buffalo Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Buffalo Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Pride Transitions
Public12

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 2649 Cardinal Way, Buffalo, MN 55313

2649 Cardinal Way is a single family home for sale in Buffalo, MN 55313. This property was listed for sale on June 4, 2026 by Keller Williams Classic Realty, it's currently listed at $1,049,000. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on June 15, 2007. This listing's school district is Buffalo-Hanover-Montrose Public School. Nearby schools include Tatanka Elementary School, Buffalo Community Middle School and Buffalo Senior High School. 2649 Cardinal Way is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 3,495 sqft single family home built in 2003.

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