5163 Howard Lake Trail NW, Akeley, MN 56433
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,072 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7117376
Is 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Premium Pricing
At $653/sqft — This home is priced 246% above the typical Akeley single-family home of $189/sqft.
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$4,273/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $3,540
- Property taxes
- $276
- Home insurance (est.)
- $408
- Special assessments
- $49
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($140,000) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Includes special assessments — the FM-metro cost most portals leave out. Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
About This Home
Experience classic Up North lake living with this well-maintained seasonal cabin on Howard Lake near Akeley. Set on a level lot just steps from the water, the cabin offers the kind of lakefront setting that's becoming hard to find. Enjoy beautiful lake views from the kitchen and the large picture window in the living room, or relax on the lakeside deck overlooking the water. The 3-bedroom, 1-bath cabin features a newer roof (6 years old), propane furnace, and mini-split for added comfort. A detached garage with a finished bunkhouse and bathroom provides extra space for family and guests. With an expansive lakeside setting and abundant shoreline, the property offers a private Up North retreat. The property is being sold furnished and includes a dock, making it easy to start enjoying the lake right away. Howard Lake is known for great bass and northern fishing along with excellent recreation, all tucked away on a quiet private road close to area trails. This one has it all!
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $525K and $875K in Akeley:
- The field: 3 similar Akeley homes for sale — a short list right now.
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Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 1975
- Above Grade
- 1,072 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 7.10 acres
- Lot Features
- Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Medium
- Garage
- 2-car (Detached Garage)
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Ductless Mini-Split, Wall Unit(s)
- Appliances
- Dryer, Fuel Tank - Owned, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Sewer
- Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
- Water
- Artesian, Well
- Annual Taxes
- $3,315
- Special Assessments
- $587
- County
- Cass
- Days on Market
- 34
5163 Howard Lake Trail NW is listed in Akeley, MN, part of Cass County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW
- Is $700,000 a good price for a home in Akeley?
- According to BuyPulse, 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW rates Premium Pricing — at $653/sqft it's priced 246% above the typical Akeley single-family home of $189/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Akeley homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW — and what do they mean?
- This property has $587/yr in annual special assessments, with no specials pending. Special assessments are separate from property taxes — they are charges levied by the city for infrastructure improvements like streets, water, sewer, and sidewalks. Annual property taxes are $3,315/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
- What type of heating and cooling does 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW have?
- 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW has Forced Air heating and Ductless Mini-Split, Wall Unit(s) cooling.
- Where is 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW located?
- 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW is in Akeley, MN 56433, in Cass County.
- Is 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW still available?
- Yes — 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW built?
- 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW was built in 1975. It features frame construction and a wood foundation.
- Does 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW have main-floor laundry?
- Yes — the laundry at 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW is on the main level.
- How walkable is 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW?
- 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW has a Walk Score of 0/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 11/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 5163 Howard Lake Trail NW are for sale in Akeley?
- 3 similar homes (single-family homes between $525K and $875K in Akeley) are for sale right now — a short list right now.
- What does "BuyPulse" mean?
- BuyPulse is Modern Market REALTORS®’ live market-data brand for Fargo-Moorhead: cohort statistics — homes for sale, median days to pending, and share of sales closing at or over list price — computed from real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
- What does "Realgorithm™" mean?
- The Realgorithm™ is Modern Market REALTORS®’ proprietary market-data engine — it computes every BuyPulse verdict from real NorthstarMLS closings (comparable active inventory, median days to pending, and sale-to-list price ratio) rather than an automated online estimate.
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