27177 Ridgewood Dr

Merrifield, MN 56465

$930,000
Price
4
Beds
4,374 Sq. Ft.
$213 / Sq. Ft.
4,374
Sq. Ft.
$213
per Sq. Ft.
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More photos coming. New address is 26992 Hoot Owl Drive. Extraordinary peninsula property spanning Upper and Lower Mission Lake offering a rare combination of privacy, scale, investment potential, and future flexibility in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area. Set on approximately 21.67 acres with 1,682 feet of shoreline, this unique Northwoods compound includes a spacious main home, separate guest house, two oversized garages, and dock access on Lower Mission Lake. Designed for multi-generational...More photos coming. New address is 26992 Hoot Owl Drive. Extraordinary peninsula property spanning Upper and Lower Mission Lake offering a rare combination of privacy, scale, investment potential, and future flexibility in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area. Set on approximately 21.67 acres with 1,682 feet of shoreline, this unique Northwoods compound includes a spacious main home, separate guest house, two oversized garages, and dock access on Lower Mission Lake. Designed for multi-generational living, vacation rental income, or future development opportunities, the property includes three surveyed and recorded split lots, including two waterfront lots, offering exceptional flexibility for future development, resale opportunities, or multi-generational ownership—creating added value and convenience for investors, developers, or buyers seeking a legacy property with long-term versatility. The main residence features 6 bedrooms, including two non-egress bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, multiple gathering spaces, vaulted ceilings, formal dining, and three fireplaces, creating a warm and inviting lake retreat atmosphere. The separate guest house provides additional flexibility for guests, extended family, or rental use. A 52x28 garage/shop offers substantial storage for lake toys, vehicles, and equipment, while the additional 32x24 garage includes loft space ideal for extra storage, workshop space, or hobby use. Currently operating with an established VRBO rental history, this property offers both lifestyle and income potential in a highly sought-after lake setting. The level shoreline, panoramic water views, mature trees, and private peninsula setting create a truly one-of-a-kind ownership opportunity just minutes from Crosslake, Crosby, and the many amenities of the Brainerd Lakes Area.
  1. Listed by Edina Realty, Inc.
  2. Listed by Edina Realty, Inc.

Property Details for 27177 Ridgewood Drive

View
Lake, Panoramic
Waterfront Features
Lake Front
Waterfront YN
Yes
Zoning Jurisdiction
Shoreline
LISTING UPDATED: 06/01/2026 04:25 PM

Property Details for 27177 Ridgewood Drive

StatusComing Soon
MLS #7080996
Days on Compass-
Taxes$5,566 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1990
Lot Size21.67 AC / 943,945 SF
CountyCrow Wing County
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Building Information for 27177 Ridgewood Drive

Stories-Year Built1990Building Size-Lot Size21.67 AC / 943,945 SF

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Property Information for 27177 Ridgewood Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Merrifield
  • County Or Parish: Crow Wing
  • County: Crow Wing-MN
  • Directions: From Merrifield, head North on Co. Rd 3, stay on Co. Rd 3 at roundabout, Right on Co. Rd 109, Right on E. Bass Lake Rd, Left Ridgewood, Straight onto Hoot Owl Drive, Follow road to end at property.
  • Latitude: 46.5427024066
  • Longitude: -94.0859193572
  • Nbr of Acres: 732
  • Lake Bottom: Sand, Undeveloped, Weeds
  • Approx Acreage: 1599
  • Development Name Free Text: Mission
  • Lake Name: Recreational Development
  • PLAT: 27
  • Map Coordinate: 999-A1
  • City and Location: Merrifield
  • City and Location Text: Merrifield(MN)
  • Postal Code: 56465
  • State Or Province: MN
  • Public Survey Township: 135
  • Water Body Name: Lower Mission
  • Waterfront Footage: 18024300
  • Waterfront Descrip: 0-4
  • Waterfront Frontage: 1682
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels Description: 53040582,53040581
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 53040583
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,566.00
  • Tax Legal Description: See Attachment A
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $50.00
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax With Assessments: 5616
School Information
  • High School District: 182 - Crosby-Ironton
  • School District Number: 182
  • School District Phone: 2185458801
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 3258.0
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT: 1116.0
  • SQFT Total: 4374.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot, Island/Peninsula, Tree Coverage - Medium
  • Lot Size Area: 21.67
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 1102x414xIrr
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
  • Present Use: Yearly
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • SQFT Main Total: 2534
  • Building Area Total: 5068.0
  • Above Grade SqFt Total: 3338
  • Below Grade SqFt Total: 1730
Utilities
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: Mound Septic, Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
  • Water Source: Drilled
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Exterior Features: Cement Board, Vinyl
  • Foundation Area: 2534.0
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Fuel: Electric,Natural Gas
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Patio Porch Type: Deck,Front Porch,Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Basement Type: Block, Finished
  • Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Dock,Kitchen Center Island,Kitchen Window,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Patio,Porch,Tile Floors,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Washer/Dryer Hookup
  • Bath Desc: Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Main Floor Full Bath,Upper Level Full Bath
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Dining Room Description: Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • Garage Dimensions: 32x24
  • Garage Square Feet: 768
  • Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Wood Stove
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Upper Level
  • Levels: Two
  • Room List: Dining Room, Family Room, Bedroom, Bedroom 4, Foyer, Game Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Non-Egress, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Walk-In Closet
  • Basement YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 18.5x11.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 18.5x13
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 30.5x27.5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 25.5x20
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 15x9.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 16.6x14.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 16x12
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Game Room
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 27x13
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 26.5 x14
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 14.5x9.5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Non-Egress
Room 11
  • Room Dimensions: 12x10.5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Non-Egress
Room 12
  • Room Dimensions: 23.5x10.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 13
  • Room Dimensions: 11.5x9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 14
  • Room Dimensions: 9.5x6.5
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Walk-In Closet

Property History for 27177 Ridgewood Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 7, 2024

Off Market

NorthStar #6513003

—
Apr 5, 2024

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6513003

$1,250,000—
Nov 12, 2022

Off Market

NorthStar #6219877

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/07/2024

Off Market

NorthStar #6513003

—
04/05/2024

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6513003

$1,250,000
11/12/2022

Off Market

NorthStar #6219877

—

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

Public Records for 27177 Ridgewood Drive

Taxable ValueLand$348,900Additions$544,700Total$893,600
Tax Record2024$4,932 ($411 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt3,137 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,137 SqFtStories2Lot Size944,159 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyCROW WINGAPN53040576Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 27177 Ridgewood Drive

This home is within Crosby-Ironton Public School Dist..
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cuyuna Range Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Crosby-Ironton Secondary
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cuyuna Range Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Crosby-Ironton Secondary
Public7 to 12

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More information about 27177 Ridgewood Drive, Merrifield, MN 56465

27177 Ridgewood Drive is a single family home Coming Soon in Merrifield, MN 56465. This property is currently priced at $930,000. This listing's school district is Crosby-Ironton Public School Dist.. Nearby schools include Cuyuna Range Elementary School and Crosby-Ironton Secondary. 27177 Ridgewood Drive is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 4,374 sqft single family home built in 1990.

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