1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW, Backus, MN 56435
4 Beds | 3 Baths | 3,136 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7143377
Is 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Excellent Value
At $178/sqft — This home is priced 40% below the typical Backus single-family home of $297/sqft.
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$3,370/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $2,827
- Property taxes
- $210
- Home insurance (est.)
- $326
- Special assessments
- $7
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($111,800) · 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.
About This Home
Big Portage Lake year-round retreat! Tucked among beautiful mature trees, this 4 - bedroom, 3-bath walkout offers 200 feet of lakeshore and a picturesque year-round setting. The home features a newly remodeled kitchen, dining room and living room. The centerpiece of the lower level is the spacious 28' X 30' great room with fire place and wet bar for relaxing or entertaining. Minutes from the Paul Bunyan State Tail and connecting trail systems for year - round activities. A 2 car attached garage and additional 24' X 38' pole shed provide plenty of room for vehicles, boats and recreational vehicles to enjoy the Hackensack, Longville, Backus lakes area.
Key Features
- Built
- 1984
- Garage
- 2-Car Attached
- Style
- Two
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $2,514 (2026)
- Specials/yr
- $86
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,568
- Below Grade Sq Ft
- 1,568
- Lot Size
- 2.2 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- County
- Cass
- List Date
- 2026-09-26
- Days on Market
- 16 days
- Parcel ID
- 340232102
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $2,600
- Specials Pending
- No
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic System Compliant - Yes
Interior Features
- Fireplace
- 1 fireplace
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Block
- Foundation Area
- 1,568 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 3,136 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Fiber Board
- Other Structures
- Shed(s)
- View
- Lake
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Attached Garage
Lot & Land
- Zoning Description
- Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
Waterfront
- Waterfront
- Yes
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Timber Ghost Realty, LLC
Price History
Listed at $559,000 on Sep 26, 2026 — No price changes
1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW is listed in Backus, MN, part of Cass County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW
- Is $559,000 a good price for a home in Backus?
- According to BuyPulse, 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW rates Excellent Value — at $178/sqft it's priced 40% below the typical Backus single-family home of $297/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Backus homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW — and what do they mean?
- This property has $86/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 $2,514/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
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- Does 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW have a basement?
- Yes, 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW has a basement with 1,568 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW have?
- 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW located?
- 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW is in Backus, MN 56435, in Cass County.
- Is 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW still available?
- Yes — 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW built?
- 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW was built in 1984. It features a block foundation.
- How walkable is 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW?
- 1182 W Big Portage Lake Drive NW has a Walk Score of 0/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 15/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
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