1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW, Backus, MN 56435
2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,128 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7080820
Price Reduced — was $349,900 (↓ $9,900) · M Markdowns
Is 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Fair Market Value
At $301/sqft — This home is priced right at the typical Backus single-family home of $292/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
78 — Strong buyer leverage
Day 93 — Backus homes overall typically go under contract by day ~17. This one is past that window.
8 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $9,900 — motivation showing.
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$2,079/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,719
- Property taxes
- $156
- Home insurance (est.)
- $198
- Special assessments
- $6
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($68,000) · 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
Discover your dream lakeside retreat! This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath year-round cabin is nestled on the pristine, secluded shores of Oxyoke Lake in Backus, MN. Known for its tranquility and tight-knit community, opportunities to own on this coveted lake are rare. Enjoy new laminate wood flooring over the original hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace in the main room, and the convenience of all appliances included. With a full basement, this home is perfect for creating cherished family memories for years to come.
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $255K and $425K in Backus:
- The field: 8 similar Backus homes for sale — a short list right now.
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Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 1962
- Above Grade
- 1,128 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 2.50 acres
- Lot Features
- Tree Coverage - Medium
- Garage
- 2-car (Carport, Detached Garage, Asphalt)
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
- Basement
- Yes
- Sewer
- Septic System Compliant - Yes
- Water
- Sand Point
- Annual Taxes
- $1,868
- Special Assessments
- $66
- County
- Cass
- Days on Market
- 93
1868 W Ox Yoke 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 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW
- Is $340,000 a good price for a home in Backus?
- According to BuyPulse, 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW rates Fair Market Value — at $301/sqft it's priced right at the typical Backus single-family home of $292/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 78/100 (Strong buyer leverage), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Backus homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Backus homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW — and what do they mean?
- This property has $66/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 $1,868/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
- Does 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW have a basement?
- Yes, 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW has a basement.
- What type of heating and cooling does 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW have?
- 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW has Forced Air heating and Window Unit(s) cooling.
- Where is 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW located?
- 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW is in Backus, MN 56435, in Cass County.
- Is 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW still available?
- Yes — 1868 W Ox Yoke 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 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW built?
- 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW was built in 1962. It features an asphalt roof and a none foundation.
- How many homes like 1868 W Ox Yoke Road NW are for sale in Backus?
- 8 similar homes (single-family homes between $255K and $425K in Backus) are for sale right now — a short list right now.
- 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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