1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW, Backus, MN 56435
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,052 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7119131
Price Drop on M Markdowns — was $949,900 (↓ $200,000)
Is 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Premium Pricing
At $365/sqft — This home is priced 14% above the typical Backus single-family home of $320/sqft.
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$4,477/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $3,792
- Property taxes
- $237
- Home insurance (est.)
- $437
- Special assessments
- $11 + pending
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($149,980) · 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 East Shore, Backus, MN.
About This Home
Legacy home on beautiful and rarely available Ponto Lake. This stately property offers 1.23 acres of beautifully manicured grounds, an impressive 190 feet of excellent hard-sand frontage, and a detached two-car garage. Filled with original character, the home has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated to complement its timeless appeal while meeting modern tastes and standards. The long list of updates includes metal siding, new flooring throughout, and ductless mini-split air conditioning. The three-bedroom, two-bathroom home also features a gourmet kitchen with a gas stove, original doors, and beautiful woodwork throughout. An additional detached two-car garage provides ample storage for lake toys, vehicles, and equipment. Experience the character of a historic Ponto Lake home, combined with thoughtful updates and exceptional versatility, all along the shores of this beautiful lake.
Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 1928
- Above Grade
- 2,052 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 1.23 acres
- Garage
- 2-car (Detached Garage)
- Heating
- Baseboard
- Cooling
- Ductless Mini-Split
- Basement
- Yes
- Sewer
- Private Sewer
- Water
- Drilled
- Annual Taxes
- $2,840
- Special Assessments
- $132
- County
- Cass
- Days on Market
- 51
1635 E Ponto Lake Road 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 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW
- Is $749,900 a good price for a home in Backus?
- According to BuyPulse, 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW rates Premium Pricing — at $365/sqft it's priced 14% above the typical Backus single-family home of $320/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Backus homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW — and what do they mean?
- This property has $132/yr in annual special assessments with additional 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 $2,840/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
- Does 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW have a basement?
- Yes, 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW has a basement.
- What type of heating and cooling does 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW have?
- 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW has Baseboard heating and Ductless Mini-Split cooling.
- Where is 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW located?
- 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW is in the East Shore neighborhood of Backus, MN 56435, in Cass County.
- Is 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW still available?
- Yes — 1635 E Ponto Lake 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 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW built?
- 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW was built in 1928. It features a other foundation.
- Does 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW have main-floor laundry?
- Yes — the laundry at 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW is on the main level.
- How walkable is 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW?
- 1635 E Ponto Lake Road NW has a Walk Score of 0/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 26/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- 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.
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