3 beds1,573 sqft$135/sqft
38401 Co Highway 21, Rothsay, MN 56579
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Description

Tucked among mature trees on 8.44 acres, this Rothsay, MN property offers space, privacy and plenty of room to make it your own! The 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features a functional main level with a welcoming foyer, living and dining areas, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, bedroom, bathroom with walk-in shower and convenient main-floor laundry. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms and a cozy family room. Numerous improvements have been completed within the last six years, including...Tucked among mature trees on 8.44 acres, this Rothsay, MN property offers space, privacy and plenty of room to make it your own! The 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features a functional main level with a welcoming foyer, living and dining areas, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, bedroom, bathroom with walk-in shower and convenient main-floor laundry. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms and a cozy family room. Numerous improvements have been completed within the last six years, including re-insulating the home, new siding, new main-floor windows and new shingles. Outside, the detached 3-stall shop/garage offers plenty of space for vehicles, equipment, hobbies and storage, complete with updated stainless steel interior. Enjoy peaceful country living with room to spread out, surrounded by beautiful mature trees and wide-open views! Property is being sold AS-IS.
LISTING UPDATED: 08/25/2026 11:39 AM

  1. Listed by RE/MAX Legacy Realty

Property Details for 38401 Co Highway 21

Status
MLS #
7131800
Days on Compass
2
Taxes
$1,640 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family
Year Built
1890
Lot Size
8.44 AC / 367,646 SF
Waterfront YN
No
Zoning Jurisdiction
Residential-Single Family

Location

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Building Information for 38401 Co Highway 21

Stories-Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size8.44 AC / 367,646 SF

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Property Information for 38401 Co Highway 21

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Rothsay
  • County Or Parish: Otter Tail
  • County: Otter Tail-MN
  • Directions: Off of I-94, take exit 32. Turn left onto Co Hwy 30/150th St. Turn right onto Co Hwy 21/Co Rd 21. In 2.6 miles the home will be on the right.
  • Latitude: 46.521169
  • Longitude: -96.220394
  • Map Coordinate: 999-A1
  • City and Location: Rothsay
  • City and Location Text: Rothsay(MN)
  • Postal Code: 56579
  • State Or Province: MN
  • Public Survey Township: 135
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 59000090056001
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,640.14
  • Tax Legal Description: SECT-09 TWP-135 RANGE-044 8.44 AC PART N1/2 SE1/4 BG E1/4 SEC COR S 685.89' S 86 DEG W 563.98' N 716' E 583.5' TO BG EX E 50' FOR ROAD
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $.00
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax With Assessments: 1746
School Information
  • High School District: 850 - Rothsay
  • School District Number: 850
  • School District Phone: 2188672117
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 1573.0
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT: 0.0
  • SQFT Total: 1573.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area: 8.44
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 688 x 512 x 712 x 513
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Present Use: Yearly
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • SQFT Main Total: 1088
  • Building Area Total: 1603.0
  • Above Grade SqFt Total: 1573
  • Below Grade SqFt Total: 30
Utilities
  • Sewer: Other
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Fencing: None
  • Foundation Area: 1088.0
  • Foundation Details: Combination
  • Fuel: Oil
  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bath Desc: Main Floor 3/4 Bath
  • Bathrooms Full: 0
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Dining Room Description: Living/Dining Room
  • DP Resource: Yes
  • Garage Dimensions: 30 x 45
  • Garage Square Feet: 1350
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Room List: Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Bedroom, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3
  • Basement YN: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bathroom
Room 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 9
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 10
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3

Property History for 38401 Co Highway 21

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 23, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7131800

$213,000—
Aug 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7131800

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/23/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7131800

$213,000
08/23/2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7131800

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

Public Records for 38401 Co Highway 21

Taxable ValueLand$71,500Additions$136,900Total$208,400
Tax Record2026$1,746 ($146 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt584 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt584 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt292 SqFtStories1Lot Size367,646 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1890Year Renovated1890CountyOTTER TAILAPN59000090056001

Schools near 38401 Co Highway 21

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

Rothsay Secondary
Public7 to 12

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38401 Co Highway 21 is a single family home for sale in Rothsay, MN 56579. This property was listed for sale on August 23, 2026 by RE/MAX Legacy Realty, it's currently listed at $213,000. This listing's school district is Rothsay Public School District. Nearby schools include Rothsay Elementary School and Rothsay Secondary. 38401 Co Highway 21 is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,573 sqft single family home built in 1890.

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