1248 26th Avenue NW, Backus, MN 56435
2 Beds | 2 Baths | 864 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7093779
BuyPulse Grade
At Market
At $283/sqft — This home is priced 8% below the typical Backus single-family home of $307/sqft.
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$1,443/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,238
- Property taxes
- $55
- Home insurance (est.)
- $143
- Special assessments
- $7
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($48,980) · 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 Big Portage Point 1st Add, Backus, MN.
About This Home
Just minutes from Big Portage Lake and the town of Backus, this well-cared-for country home offers room to breathe, space to garden, and a setting that invites you outdoors. Recent improvements include fresh interior and exterior paint, new carpeting, and extensive landscaping featuring impressive boulder retaining walls and stone steps that add both beauty and character to the property. The main level includes two bedrooms, a full bath, and a kitchen with generous cupboard space. A large window in the dining area overlooks the backyard, where changing seasons, visiting wildlife, and colorful gardens provide a view worth lingering over. Step outside to the deck and enjoy a quiet evening, a summer meal, or simply a chance to slow down and enjoy the surroundings. The yard offers a wonderful mix of open space and mature trees, with plenty of room for flower gardens, vegetables, yard games, or gathering with family and friends. Thoughtful landscaping has created an outdoor space that feels welcoming from the moment you arrive. Downstairs, the lower level is already equipped with a washer and dryer, along with existing plumbing, a shower, and commode, providing an excellent starting point for additional living space, a hobby area, workshop, or guest accommodations. Whether you’re looking for a year-round home or a place to escape the pace of everyday life, this property offers a comfortable setting, attractive updates, and a location that keeps lakes, trails, and town conveniences close at hand.
BuyPulse — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $184K and $306K in Backus:
- The field: 4 similar Backus homes for sale — a short list right now.
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Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 1975
- Above Grade
- 864 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 1.06 acres
- Lot Features
- Tree Coverage - Medium
- Garage
- 1-car (Gravel, Tuckunder Garage)
- Heating
- Boiler
- Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
- Basement
- Yes
- Appliances
- Dryer, Fuel Tank - Owned, Range, Washer
- Sewer
- Private Sewer
- Water
- Private
- Annual Taxes
- $658
- Special Assessments
- $86
- County
- Cass
- Days on Market
- 48
1248 26th Avenue NW is listed in Backus, MN, part of Cass County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
Showing — 1248 26th Avenue NW
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1248 26th Avenue NW
- Is $244,900 a good price for a home in Backus?
- At $283/sqft, this home is priced near the typical Backus single-family home of $307/sqft (8% lower), according to our BuyPulse comparison of comparable active listings. Browse Backus homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 1248 26th Avenue 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 $658/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
- Does 1248 26th Avenue NW have a basement?
- Yes, 1248 26th Avenue NW has a basement.
- What type of heating and cooling does 1248 26th Avenue NW have?
- 1248 26th Avenue NW has Boiler heating and Wall Unit(s) cooling.
- Where is 1248 26th Avenue NW located?
- 1248 26th Avenue NW is in the Big Portage Point neighborhood of Backus, MN 56435, in Cass County.
- Is 1248 26th Avenue NW still available?
- Yes — 1248 26th Avenue NW is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 1248 26th Avenue NW built?
- 1248 26th Avenue NW was built in 1975. It features frame construction, an asphalt roof, and a block foundation.
- Does 1248 26th Avenue NW have main-floor laundry?
- No — the laundry at 1248 26th Avenue NW is in the lower level.
- How many homes like 1248 26th Avenue NW are for sale in Backus?
- 4 similar homes (single-family homes between $184K and $306K in Backus) 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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