5061 Swan Trail

Fort Ripley, MN 56449

$377,700
Price
2
Beds
572 Sq. Ft.
$660 / Sq. Ft.
572
Sq. Ft.
$660
per Sq. Ft.
Get preapproved with Rocket Mortgage1

Description

The gate closes behind you, and almost immediately, the noise of the outside world begins to fade. A Winding drive leads to a place where time moves a little slower-a place where families have gathered, stories have been shared, and summers have been measured not by calendars, but by sunsets. Built in 1959 and tucked along the shores of Crow Wing Lake, this authentic log cabin has been thoughtfully updated while remaining true to its Northwoods roots. As you step inside, the warmth of natural wood...The gate closes behind you, and almost immediately, the noise of the outside world begins to fade. A Winding drive leads to a place where time moves a little slower-a place where families have gathered, stories have been shared, and summers have been measured not by calendars, but by sunsets. Built in 1959 and tucked along the shores of Crow Wing Lake, this authentic log cabin has been thoughtfully updated while remaining true to its Northwoods roots. As you step inside, the warmth of natural wood surrounds you. The open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area invites conversation, laughter, and lazy afternoons spent watching the lake shimmer through the windows. Unique custom lighting fixtures cast a warm glow throughout the cabin, adding character and artistry while complementing the rustic beauty of the log interior. Every detail feels intentional, blending vintage charm with modern comfort. Then comes the moment that makes this property unforgettable. Slide open the patio door and take seven easy steps towards the water's edge. That's it-just seven. The lake feels less like a view and more like an extension of the home itself. Morning coffee is enjoyed on the 12x22 lakeside deck as mist rises from the water and loons call in the distance. Boats drift by. Eagles soar overhead. The day unfolds at its own pace. Afternoons are spent barefoot on the expansive patio, where family and friends gather after a day on the lake. Stories are shared around the fire pit as the sun begins its slow descent across the water, painting the sky with shades of gold, pink, and deep Minnesota blue. Inside, two cozy bedrooms and a beautifully customized interior offer a comfortable place to unwind after days filled with swimming, fishing, boating, and making memories. The cabin's professionally maintained logs, updated sliding patio door, and modern water treatment system provide peace of mind while preserving the authentic character that only a true log home can offer. Offered turnkey, this is more than a cabin-it is a place where traditions begin, where generations reconnect, and where some of life's best moments happen without ever leaving the shoreline. On Crow Wing Lake, just seven steps from the water, your next chapter is waiting.
  1. Listed by Weichert REALTORS Tower Proper

Property Details for 5061 Swan Trail

View
Lake, Panoramic
Waterfront Features
Lake Front
Waterfront YN
Yes
Zoning Jurisdiction
Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
LISTING UPDATED: 06/29/2026 01:48 PM

Property Details for 5061 Swan Trail

StatusActive
MLS #7093963
Days on Compass6
Taxes$1,845 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1959
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,450 SF
CountyCrow Wing County
Get preapproved with Rocket Mortgage1

Location

Listing Courtesy of Weichert REALTORS Tower Proper
Add your commute

Building Information for 5061 Swan Trail

Stories-Year Built1959Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,450 SF

Payment Calculator

Get preapproved with
OriginPoint Mortgage or Rocket Mortgage1

$2,036 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,882

Property Taxes

$154

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 5061 Swan Trail

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City Name: Fort Ripley
  • County Or Parish: Crow Wing
  • County: Crow Wing-MN
  • Directions: From Hwy 371 to Sleepy Hollow Road, to Left at Swan Trail.
  • Latitude: 46.231039
  • Longitude: -94.342221
  • Nbr of Acres: 379
  • Lake Bottom: Sand
  • Lake Name: General Development
  • PLAT: 26
  • Map Coordinate: 999-A1
  • City and Location: Fort Ripley
  • City and Location Text: Fort Ripley(MN)
  • Postal Code: 56449
  • State Or Province: MN
  • Public Survey Township: 43
  • Waterfront Property YN: No
  • Water Body Name: Crow Wing
  • Waterfront Footage: 18015500
  • Waterfront Descrip: 0-4
  • Waterfront Frontage: 60
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 63020621
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,845.00
  • Tax Legal Description: ALL THAT PART OF GOV LOT 2 DESC AS FOLLOWS; BEG AT THE SE CORNER OF SAID GOV LOT 7 A DIST OF 1322.3 FT W OF THE SE CORNER OF SAID SEC 2 AND FROM WHICH THE SE CORNER OF SAID SEC 7 BEARS N 90 DEG 0 MIN E FROM SAID BEG, THENCE N 90 DEG 0 MIN W ALONG THE S LINE OF SAID LOT 7 FOR A DIST OF 786.8 FT, THENCE N 0 DEG 09 MIN W FOR A DIST OF 243.6 FT, THENCE S 89 DEG 46 MIN E FOR A DIST OF 65.8 FT, THENCE N 50 DEG 40 MIN E ON A LINE HEREIN TERMED 'LINE X' FOR A DIST OF 281.7 FT TO A POINT WHICH IS HEREIN TERMED 'POINT A', THENCE FROM SAID 'POINT A' CONTINUE N 50 DEG 40 MIN E FOR A DIST OF 230 FT, THENCE N 37 DEG 50 MIN W 193 FT M/O/L , BUT TO THE WATER'S EDGE OF CROW WING LAKE, THENCE S 39 DEG 20 MIN W FOR A DIST OF 217 FT TO THE POB OF THE PARCEL OF
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $225.00
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax With Assessments: 2070
School Information
  • High School District: 181 - Brainerd
  • School District Number: 181
  • School District Phone: 2184546900
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 572.0
  • Below Grade Fin SQFT: 0.0
  • SQFT Total: 572.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Light
  • Lot Size Area: 0.194
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 60x152x60x140
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Other Structures: Storage Shed
  • Present Use: Seasonal
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • SQFT Main Total: 572
  • Building Area Total: 572.0
  • Above Grade SqFt Total: 572
  • Below Grade SqFt Total: 0
Utilities
  • Electric: Fuses
  • Sewer: Holding Tank, Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes
  • Water Source: Private, Sand Point, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Exterior Features: Log
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Foundation Area: 572.0
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Fuel: Electric,Propane
  • Pool Features: None
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Patio Porch Type: Deck,Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Fuel Tank - Owned, Water Filtration System, Water Osmosis System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement Type: None
  • Amenities Unit: Deck,Dock,Patio
  • 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: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • FireplaceYN: Yes
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Dining Room Description: Eat In Kitchen,Kitchen/Dining Room
  • DP Resource: Yes
  • Garage Square Feet: 0
  • Heating: Baseboard, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: None
  • Levels: One
  • Room List: Deck, Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio, Bedroom 2
  • Basement YN: No
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 12x22
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 10x9.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 12x11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 13x11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Patio
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 10x9.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2

Property History for 5061 Swan Trail

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 29, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7093963

$377,700—
Jun 17, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7093963

$387,500—
Jun 17, 2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7093963

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/29/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7093963

$377,700
06/17/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7093963

$387,500
06/17/2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7093963

—

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

Public Records for 5061 Swan Trail

Taxable ValueLand$219,600Additions$77,800Total$297,400
Tax Record2025$2,074 ($173 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt572 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt572 SqFtLot Size12,000 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1920Year Renovated1985CountyCROW WINGAPN63020621Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5061 Swan Trail

This home is within Brainerd Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Riverside Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Forestview Middle School
Public - 5 to 8
Brainerd Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Brainerd Online School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Riverside Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Forestview Middle School
Public5 to 8

Brainerd Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Brainerd Online School
Public9 to 12

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.

Similar Homes

Explore Nearby Homes

More information about 5061 Swan Trail, Fort Ripley, MN 56449

5061 Swan Trail is a single family home for sale in Fort Ripley, MN 56449. This property was listed for sale on June 17, 2026 by Weichert REALTORS Tower Proper, it's currently listed at $377,700. This listing's school district is Brainerd Public School District. Nearby schools include Riverside Elementary School, Forestview Middle School and Brainerd Senior High School. 5061 Swan Trail is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 572 sqft single family home built in 1959.

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of any information, descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified through appropriate means, including, but not limited to, in person inspection and public records, and Compass International Holdings, its subsidiaries, affiliates and independently owned and operated franchisees, and their affiliated agents and associated third parties expressly disclaim any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the seller's discretion. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Subject to change at any time. Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties make no guarantee, warranty or representation regarding the accuracy of any waterfront feature, water view or waterfront view.

Listing Courtesy of Weichert REALTORS Tower Proper

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 06/29/2026 01:48 PM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by MLS GRID. Use of the MLS GRID data may be subject to an end user license agreement prescribed by the applicable MLS of the Member Participant, if any, and as amended from time to time.