691 Brophy Shores Road NW, Alexandria, MN 56308
4 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,820 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7139077Lakefront on Lake Brophy · 297 acres · 44 ft deep
Price Reduced — was $475,000 (↓ $26,000) · M Markdowns
$2,821/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $2,270
- Property taxes
- $277
- Home insurance (est.)
- $262
- Special assessments
- $12
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($89,800) · 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.
Located in Brophy Shores, Alexandria, MN.
About This Home
MOTIVATED SELLER - Welcome to Lake Brophy! Where mornings begin with peaceful water views, summer afternoons are spent on the lake, and evenings invite you to slow down, gather around the fireplace and simply enjoy being home. From the moment you walk through the door, the water feels like part of the home. Massive windows stretch toward the lake, inviting the ever changing scenery inside and filling the home with natural light. The open concept main level creates an effortless space for gatherings. With 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom on the main level, there is room for family, friends, and all the people who make a lake home feel alive. Functional kitchen layout to put your chefs' visions to work. Downstairs, the possibilities expand. A second full kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, and walk-in closet create a wonderfully flexible lower level, perfect for overnight guests, extended family, a private retreat, or simply having a little extra room when the house is full. Outside, the adventure begins. Lake Brophy is loved for its clear water, fishing, boating, recreation, giving you endless reasons to get outside and enjoy the lake. A short boat ride away is renowned Brophy Park which offers a massive sandy beach, fishing pier, miles of trails and an impressive playground setup. An unforgettable place to spend the day with children, grandchildren, friends, and guests. Pack the cooler, load up the boat, and make a day of it because that's what a property like this is really about. Years from now, it's about looking back and realizing these were the moments you'll never forget. Recent improvements, including a brand new roof and high-efficiency boiler system, add valuable peace of mind while you focus on enjoying everything this property has to offer. Whether you envision a year-round lake home, a beloved seasonal retreat, a gathering place for generations, or a potential short-term rental opportunity, this property offers an extraordinary canvas for whatever your lake life dream may be. Your next chapter on Lake Brophy may be waiting right here. Come check it out!
BuyPulse · Live market read
How 691 Brophy Shores Road NW Compares to the Alexandria Market
At $159/sqft, this home is priced $45/sqft below the typical Alexandria single-family home of $204/sqft.
The median list price in Alexandria is $375,000.
Verdict: Excellent Value
Your negotiating position
84 Strong buyer leverage
Seller's market · Balanced · Buyer leverage
Day 52 — similar homes typically go under contract by day ~14. This one is past that window.
45% of recent sales closed at or over asking — about half hold full price.
14 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $26,000 — the asking price has already moved.
Homes like this one — ramblers between $337K and $561K in Alexandria:
- The field: 14 similar Alexandria homes for sale — you have options.
- Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 14 days — 1 of the last 11 inside 4 days.
- Negotiation: 45% of the last 22 sales here closed at or over list — about half hold full price.
- Price cuts: 5 of 14 similar homes have trimmed asking — median trim $20,000. This one already cut $26,000.
Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 22 real Alexandria closings, zero guesses · NorthstarMLS
Key Features
- Built
- 1969
- Garage
- 2-Car Attached
- Style
- One
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $3,329 (2026)
- Specials/yr
- $139
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,776
- Below Grade Sq Ft
- 1,044
- Lot Size
- 0.42 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- Roof
- Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt, Pitched
- Construction
- Block, Brick, Concrete, Frame
- County
- Douglas
- List Date
- 2026-09-05
- Days on Market
- 52 days
- Parcel ID
- 270855000
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $3,468
- Specials Pending
- No
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Boiler
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Water
- Private, Well
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Interior Features
- Laundry
- Lower Level, Laundry Room
- Fireplace
- 1 fireplace
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Block, Poured Concrete
- Foundation Area
- 1,776 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 2,920 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Stone, Steel Siding
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Attached Garage, Concrete, Electric, Garage Door Opener, Storage
Lot & Land
- Lot Features
- Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Medium
- Road Surface
- City Street, Curbs, Paved Streets
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Waterfront
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Lake
- Brophy
- Lake Acres
- 296.53 acres
- Lake Depth
- 44 ft
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Counselor Realty Inc of Alex
Price History
Reduced $50,000 (10.0%)
- Price reduced to $499,000 — Sep 15, 2026
- Price reduced to $475,000 — Oct 1, 2026
- Price reduced to $449,000 — Oct 16, 2026
691 Brophy Shores Road NW is listed in Alexandria, MN, part of Douglas County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 691 Brophy Shores Road NW
- Is $449,000 a good price for a home in Alexandria?
- According to BuyPulse, 691 Brophy Shores Road NW rates Excellent Value — at $159/sqft it's priced 22% below the typical Alexandria single-family home of $204/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 84/100 (Strong buyer leverage), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Alexandria homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Alexandria homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 691 Brophy Shores Road NW — and what do they mean?
- This property has $139/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 $3,329/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
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- Does 691 Brophy Shores Road NW have a basement?
- Yes, 691 Brophy Shores Road NW has a finished basement with 1,044 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 691 Brophy Shores Road NW have?
- 691 Brophy Shores Road NW has Boiler heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 691 Brophy Shores Road NW located?
- 691 Brophy Shores Road NW is in the Brophy Shores neighborhood of Alexandria, MN 56308, in Douglas County.
- Is 691 Brophy Shores Road NW still available?
- Yes — 691 Brophy Shores Road NW is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 691 Brophy Shores Road NW built?
- 691 Brophy Shores Road NW was built in 1969. It features block, brick, concrete, frame construction and a block, poured concrete foundation.
- Does 691 Brophy Shores Road NW have main-floor laundry?
- No — the laundry at 691 Brophy Shores Road NW is in the lower level.
- How many homes like 691 Brophy Shores Road NW are for sale in Alexandria?
- 14 similar homes (ramblers between $337K and $561K in Alexandria) are for sale right now — you have options.
- How fast do homes like 691 Brophy Shores Road NW sell in Alexandria?
- Homes like this one (ramblers between $337K and $561K in Alexandria) went pending in a median 14 days over the last 90 days — 1 of the last 11 went under contract within 4 days.
- Do homes in Alexandria sell for asking price?
- 45% of the last 22 comparable Alexandria sales closed at or over list price — about half hold full price. Based on real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
- What does "M Markdowns" mean?
- M Markdowns™ is Modern Market REALTORS®’ real estate tracker of homes for sale with verified MLS price reductions across the Fargo-Moorhead metro and Minnesota lake country. Every reduction is sourced directly from NorthstarMLS — minimum $2,000 drop to filter noise.
- 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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