About This Home

This 1-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 5000 Lakeshore Dr in Makinen, MN is listed for $749,000 ($966 per sqft). Built in 1926, the home offers 775 sqft of living space on a 2.50 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1926
  • 2.50 acre lot
  • Fireplace
  • Waterfront

Property Details

1 story
1 full, 1 half
2-car garage
1926

Amenities

FireplaceWaterfront
Listing Description

Rare Lakefront Opportunity on Whiteface Reservoir - First Time Ever Offered to the Public. Discover one of Northern Minnesota's most extraordinary lakefront properties, available for the very first time. Nestled on a private peninsula along pristine Whiteface Reservoir, this 2.5+ acre estate boasts over 1,200 feet of coveted lakeshore with sweeping water views in nearly every direction.

A sandy beach and private boat launch set the tone for effortless lakefront living. The one-bedroom, two-bath home is complemented by a heated garage with a convertible studio and upper-level office - ready to become additional living space. An outdoor sauna and shower complete the resort-like experience.

With a history as a working campground, this land is primed for a family compound, luxury lodge, or premier investment property. A seasoned 40x77 building pad, new well, and new septic mean the infrastructure is already in place - just bring your vision. Properties like this don't come along. Ever.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$4,008/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$542
Interest$3,246
Insurance$218
HOA$2

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

5000 Lakeshore Dr

Makinen, MN 55763-0000

Property Details

Outdoor Features

Deck

Heating

Electric (Heating)BaseboardWood

Appliances

DishwasherHoodRefrigeratorWasherElec. Dryer

Questions & Answers

This 1-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 5000 Lakeshore Dr is listed at $749,000 ($966/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $4,007 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance, HOA fees.

HOA fees are $2/month.

Key features include: Built in 1926, 2.50 acre lot, Fireplace, Waterfront.

This property is listed by Norma Jean Jofs.

NJ

Norma Jean Jofs

Agent at Next Door Realty

Listed by Next Door Realty · Broker phone: 2184105353 · View on Broker Site

MLS# 149611· Source: Range Association of REALTORS· 6 days on PropertySimple

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5000 Lakeshore Dr, Makinen, MN 55763-0000

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