Last Sold Price
3 beds1,136 sqft$372/sqft
8896 W Branch Rd, Duluth, MN 55803

Description

Your Lakefront Escape Awaits on Little Pequaywan Lake Tucked among towering pines on a private, no-public-access lake just 30 minutes from Duluth, this rare gem offers 200 feet of pristine shoreline and year-round serenity. The 3-bedroom home captures breathtaking lake views and features a cozy, original fieldstone fireplace that sets the perfect cabin-in-the-woods vibe. Step out to the spacious 12x22 screened porch or unwind on the deck just off the primary bedroom—both just steps from the water’s...Your Lakefront Escape Awaits on Little Pequaywan Lake Tucked among towering pines on a private, no-public-access lake just 30 minutes from Duluth, this rare gem offers 200 feet of pristine shoreline and year-round serenity. The 3-bedroom home captures breathtaking lake views and features a cozy, original fieldstone fireplace that sets the perfect cabin-in-the-woods vibe. Step out to the spacious 12x22 screened porch or unwind on the deck just off the primary bedroom—both just steps from the water’s edge. The original boathouse has been thoughtfully transformed into a charming guest house, ideal for hosting friends and family. A heated, insulated 32x28 three-car garage offers space for toys and gear, plus there’s an extra 16x22 garage perfect for a workshop. Entertain with ease on the expansive concrete patio, launch your boat from your private access, and enjoy all four seasons of outdoor adventure—boating, swimming, ice fishing, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing on nearby groomed trails. This peaceful lakefront retreat is the perfect blend of privacy, recreation, and rustic comfort—don’t miss your chance to make it yours.
LISTING CLOSED: 06/24/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Kevin O'Brien • Messina & Associates Real Estate
    P: (218) 310-3192 info@kevinobrienrealtor.com

Property Details for 8896 West Branch Road

Status
MLS #
6119272
Days on Compass
11
Taxes
$3,153 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Detached
Year Built
1951
Lot Size
0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
Architectural Style
Ranch
View
Inland Lake, Panoramic
Waterfront Features
Inland Lake
Waterfront YN
Yes

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$360,000

Avg days on market

10

Sale-to-list ratio

103.6%

[Duluth, MN]

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Location

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Sold By Century 21 Atwood

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Building Information for 8896 West Branch Road

Stories1Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

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Property Information for 8896 West Branch Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Pequaywan Lake Rd to W Branch to driveway to house
  • Latitude: 47
  • Longitude: -92
  • DNR Lake Id Number: 69011100
  • Lake Acres: 187
  • Lake Maximum Depth: 51
  • Road Between Waterfront And Home: No
  • Shoreline Characteristics: Gravel,Sand,Shore-Accessible
  • Waterfront Access: Private
  • Waterfrontage Feet: 200
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Road Frontage Type: Dead End/No Outlet, Private Road
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 6.0
  • Garage Features: Electrical Service,Heat,Insulation
  • Garage Type: Detached,Multiple
  • Parking Features: Off Street, RV Parking, Asphalt
School Information
  • High School District: Duluth #709
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Taxes With Assessments: 3178
  • Parcel Number: 502-0040-00055 & 502-0040-00050
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,153.00
  • Tax Legal Description: LOTS 4 & 5, CUMMINGS WEST BEACH, TOWN OF PEQUAYWAN
  • Tax Year: 2025
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1136.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area: 1136.0
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Cul de Sac, Many Trees, High
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 200 X 100
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • Foundation Dimensions: 24x32 + 12x14 + 10x20
  • Other Structures: Lean-To, Storage Shed, Guest House, Other
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 25
  • Land Access: ***
  • Remodeled Addition: Yes
  • Possession: Negotiable
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1951
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Body Name: Little Pequaywan
  • Water Source: Private, Drilled
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Dock, Built-in Barbecue
  • Foundation Details: Concrete
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle, Metal
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Partial
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floors, Beamed Ceilings, Drywall, Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
  • Basement Features: Utility Room
  • Bath Description: Full Main Floor
  • Dining Room Type: Informal Dining Room
  • Extra Rooms: Enclosed Porch,Mud Room,Pantry,3 Season Porch
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
  • Mechanicals: Fuel Tank-Rented
  • Window Features: Wood Frames
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomLength: 14.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 21.0
Room 2
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 8.0
Room 3
  • RoomLength: 11.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 8.0
Room 4
  • RoomLength: 11.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Room 5
  • RoomLength: 11.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 9.0
Room 6
  • RoomDescription: with a deck
  • RoomLength: 14.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 7
  • RoomLength: 8.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomWidth: 8.0
Room 8
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Three Season Porch
  • RoomWidth: 22.0
Room 9
  • RoomLength: 18.0
  • RoomType: Other
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2025-05-13
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Power Company: Coop Power & Light
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Leased Land: Owned
  • Lender Owned: No
  • Rental License: No
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 8896 West Branch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 24, 2025

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6119272

$422,500
May 23, 2025

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6119272

May 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6119272

$449,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/24/2025

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6119272

$422,500
05/23/2025

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6119272

05/12/2025

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6119272

$449,900

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

Public Records for 8896 West Branch Road

Taxable ValueLand$27,500Additions-Total$27,500
Tax Record2025$230 ($19 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0StyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyST. LOUISAPN502-0040-00050

Schools near 8896 West Branch Road

This home is within Lake Superior Public School Dist..
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Minnehaha Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Two Harbors Secondary
Public6 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.

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