3495 Deer Forest Rd

Makinen, MN 55763

$349,995
Price
3
Beds
1,818 Sq. Ft.
$193 / Sq. Ft.
1,818
Sq. Ft.
$193
per Sq. Ft.
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Pending
Pending
Snow covered house featuring an outdoor structure, a detached garage, and a chimney
Living room with wooden ceiling and light wood finished floors
Dining space featuring light wood-style floors, plenty of natural light, and wooden ceiling
Snowy aerial view featuring property parcel outlined and a view of trees
Kitchen with wooden ceiling, white appliances, light countertops, light wood-style floors, and a center island
Rear view of property with roof with shingles, a deck, and a chimney
Bedroom featuring dark carpet and a spacious closet
Aerial view
View of garage
Interior space featuring wood walls, light colored carpet, and refrigerator
Aerial view of a forest
Sitting room with wooden walls, ornamental molding, and light colored carpet
Kitchen with wooden ceiling, light countertops, plenty of natural light, white appliances, and light wood-style floors
Bedroom with wooden walls and dark colored carpet
Bedroom with a closet and dark carpet
Carpeted bedroom featuring a closet
Bedroom with multiple windows and light carpet
Bedroom featuring carpet and baseboards
Sauna with concrete flooring and wooden ceiling
Sauna / steam room featuring unfinished concrete floors, wooden ceiling, and wooden walls
Foyer entrance with light carpet and wood ceiling
Full bath featuring vanity, shower / bath combo with shower curtain, and recessed lighting
View of storage room
Walk in closet featuring light carpet
View of walk in closet
View of outbuilding
Wooden terrace featuring area for grilling
Full bathroom with vanity, a shower with door, and light floors
Laundry area featuring unfinished concrete floors and washer and clothes dryer
Relaxing sauna / steam room with wood walls and wood ceiling
Living area featuring wooden walls, ornamental molding, a wainscoted wall, and carpet
Bathroom featuring vanity and heating unit
Carpeted bedroom with a spacious closet
Kitchen featuring white appliances, light countertops, light wood-style flooring, and wood finish cabinets
Sitting room featuring wood ceiling, light carpet, and an upstairs landing
View of snow covered structure
Aerial view
View of snow covered deck
Full bathroom featuring light flooring and bath / shower combo with glass door
Sitting room featuring wood walls, ornamental molding, a wainscoted wall, and carpet flooring
Bird's eye view
View of road
Bird's eye view
View of road with view of wooded area
Snow covered rear of property with a chimney and roof with shingles
Utilities featuring separate washer and dryer
Utility room with water heater
View of storage room
Bathroom featuring vanity and toilet
Detailed view of wood walls, wooden ceiling, and unfinished concrete flooring
Carpeted bedroom featuring baseboards
Carpeted bedroom with baseboards
Bedroom featuring light colored carpet and baseboards
Kitchen featuring light countertops, wood ceiling, white appliances, light carpet, and wood finish cabinets
Dining space with wood ceiling, light carpet, and light wood-type flooring
Dining space featuring wood ceiling, light carpet, and light wood finished floors
Kitchen with white appliances, light countertops, a kitchen island, wooden ceiling, and light wood finish cabinetry
Kitchen with white appliances, light countertops, and light wood-style floors
Dining area with wood ceiling, light wood finished floors, and light colored carpet
Snowy landscape
Aerial view
Snowy aerial view with a wooded view
Snow covered structure with a shed
View of asphalt driveway
View of front facade
View of yard with an outbuilding and a detached garage
View of detached garage
View of snowy exterior with a wooden deck and a chimney
Snow covered property featuring a chimney, a wooden deck, and a shingled roof
View of yard layered in snow
Kitchen featuring wooden ceiling, a kitchen island, light countertops, light wood-style floors, and open floor plan

Description

Multiple offers received. Escape to the Northwoods with this 3-bed, 2 bath home set on 36.2 private acres in Makinen, MN—perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, hobby farmers, or those seeking peace and space. This property is fully equipped for year-round living and recreation, featuring an indoor wood-fired sauna(with shower) plus a dedicated woodshed stocked and ready. The land is thoughtfully developed with established hunting fields, food plots, and a 6’x8’ enclosed deer stand, plus an extensive network...Multiple offers received. Escape to the Northwoods with this 3-bed, 2 bath home set on 36.2 private acres in Makinen, MN—perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, hobby farmers, or those seeking peace and space. This property is fully equipped for year-round living and recreation, featuring an indoor wood-fired sauna(with shower) plus a dedicated woodshed stocked and ready. The land is thoughtfully developed with established hunting fields, food plots, and a 6’x8’ enclosed deer stand, plus an extensive network of walking trails throughout. Gardeners will appreciate the weed-free flower garden, a large 20’x23’ fenced garden, and an additional garden shed for tools and storage. Additional exterior features include an RV driveway with parking and power hookup—ideal for guests or extended stays. Nature lovers will enjoy being surrounded by opportunity, with 5 lakes within approximately 5 miles, plus 640 acres of State land and over 102,000 acres of Federal land directly across the road for endless exploration. Inside, the home offers modern comforts including fiber optic internet and a Bose surround sound system in the upstairs living room. Numerous updates provide peace of mind: dryer (2025), central A/C & septic lift pump(2024), washer (2023), propane furnace and dehumidifier (2019), & pressure tank (2018). 2 non-conforming bedrooms in lower area can be used as office or bonus room in addition septic is compliant. A rare combination of privacy, recreation, and convenience—this is your chance to own a true Northern Minnesota retreat.
  1. Listed by Dave Lilja • Think Minnesota Realty LLC
    P: (612)-810-8779 dog28@me.com

Property Details for 3495 Deer Forest Road

Architectural Style
Split Entry
Waterfront YN
No
LISTING UPDATED: 04/06/2026 02:27 PM

Property Details for 3495 Deer Forest Road

StatusPending
MLS #6124169
Days on Compass2
Taxes$1,971 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1972
Lot Size32.64 AC / 1,421,798 SF
CountySt. Louis County
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Building Information for 3495 Deer Forest Road

Stories1Year Built1972Building Size-Lot Size32.64 AC / 1,421,798 SF

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Property Information for 3495 Deer Forest Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Take Town Line Rd (Hwy 16) to intersection of Deer Forest Rd. Go South. Home on west side, first driveway. Sign in yard
  • Latitude: 47
  • Longitude: -92
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Township: Makinen
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage Type: Detached
School Information
  • High School District: Mesabi E. #2711
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Taxes With Assessments: 2056
  • Parcel Number: 300-0010-00015
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,971.00
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 1 EX ELY 416 FT OF SLY 416 FT & EX 0.27 AC FOR RD R/W
  • Tax Year: 2026
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1180.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 638.0
  • Building Area Total: 2360.0
  • Living Area: 1818.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 32.64
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 828x401x406x928x1170x915x60x..
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Modular
  • Foundation Dimensions: 1180
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 85
  • Land Access: ***
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Public Survey Section: 1
  • Year Built: 1972
Utilities
  • Sewer: Mound Septic
  • Water Source: Drilled
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Basement: Full
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Bath Description: Full Basement,Full Main Floor
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
Room 3
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
Room 4
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
Room 5
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
Room 6
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
Room 7
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Deck
Room 8
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Living Room
Room 9
  • RoomDescription: Non conforming bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Bonus Room
Room 10
  • RoomDescription: Non conforming bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Den/Office
Room 11
  • RoomDescription: With extra built in shower
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Sauna
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2026-03-25
  • 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 3495 Deer Forest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 2, 2026

Pending

NorthStar #7033531

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Mar 27, 2026

In Contract

NorthStar #7033531

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Mar 27, 2026

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6124169

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/02/2026

Pending

NorthStar #7033531

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03/27/2026

In Contract

NorthStar #7033531

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03/27/2026

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6124169

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

Public Records for 3495 Deer Forest Road

Taxable ValueLand$65,700Additions$206,100Total$271,800
Tax Record2025$2,224 ($185 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,184 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,248 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt936 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,421,798 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1973CountyST. LOUISAPN300-0010-00015Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3495 Deer Forest Road

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

Mesabi East Secondary
Public7 to 12

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