Is $599,900 a good price for a home in Battle Lake?

According to BuyPulse, 26455 State Highway 78 rates Excellent Value — at $194/sqft it's priced 38% below the typical Battle Lake single-family home of $311/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™.

Does 26455 State Highway 78 have an HOA?

Yes, 26455 State Highway 78 has a homeowners association with dues of $1,500 annually. HOA includes: Beach Access, Dock, Recreation Facility.

What type of heating and cooling does 26455 State Highway 78 have?

26455 State Highway 78 has Forced Air, Heat Pump heating and Central Air cooling.

Where is 26455 State Highway 78 located?

26455 State Highway 78 is in Battle Lake, MN 56515, in Otter Tail County.

Is 26455 State Highway 78 still available?

Yes — 26455 State Highway 78 is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.

When was 26455 State Highway 78 built?

26455 State Highway 78 was built in 1993. It features post and beam, log construction, an asphalt roof, and a see remarks foundation.

Does 26455 State Highway 78 have main-floor laundry?

Yes — the laundry at 26455 State Highway 78 is on the main level.

How walkable is 26455 State Highway 78?

26455 State Highway 78 has a Walk Score of 0/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 25/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure).

How many homes like 26455 State Highway 78 are for sale in Battle Lake?

9 similar homes (single-family homes between $450K and $750K in Battle Lake) 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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26455 State Highway 78, Battle Lake, MN 56515

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 3,088 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7042821

M Markdowns — Price Reduced — was $619,900 (↓ $20,000)

$599,900

Is 26455 State Highway 78 a Good Deal?

BuyPulse Verdict

Excellent Value

At $194/sqft — This home is priced 38% below the typical Battle Lake single-family home of $311/sqft.

$3,829/month Estimated

Principal & interest: $3,033
Property taxes: $321
Home insurance (est.): $350
HOA dues: $125/mo

20% down ($119,980) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?

Estimates only; confirm before you offer.

Battle Lake, MN Active

About This Home

Large A frame log home with shared access to Ottertail lake in an association. Lovely level lot with sand beach and a slip included for your boat. Owner has 1/6 share in shoreline association lake lot. There are 2 nice sized garages and one has a heater. The walk to the lake is a short one. Check out the large lot this home comes with. There is a boat house with shower and laundry as part of the association. The inside of the house has high ceilings, large main floor laundry and main floor master bedroom with walk in closet. The main floor bathroom has a tiled shower with 2 heads. There are 2 large decks, one on the main floor and one upstairs. There is a large crawl space under the house several feet high. Dramatic vaulted ceilings in living room. Large main floor utility room. The seller is leaving most furnishings and many items inside and out. This property is all set to go to enjoy for lake season.

BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read

Homes like this one — single-family homes between $450K and $750K in Battle Lake:

The field: 9 similar Battle Lake homes for sale — a short list right now.

Key Features

Built: 1993
Garage: 5-Car Detached
Style: One and One Half
HOA: $1,500/Annually
HOA Includes: Beach Access, Dock, Recreation Facility
Annual Taxes: $3,848 (2025)

Property Details

Property Type: Single Family
Above Grade Sq Ft: 3,088
Lot Size: 1.37 acres
Basement: No
Roof: Asphalt
Construction: Post and Beam, Log
County: Otter Tail
List Date: 2026-04-09
Days on Market: 187 days
Parcel ID: 25000991206000

Financial

Total Tax incl. Assessments: $2,892
HOA Name: Thomas Beach association

Home Systems & Utilities

Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling: Central Air
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Water: Well
Sewer: Tank with Drainage Field
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Fuel Tank - Rented, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned

Interior Features

Laundry: Main Level, Sink
Fireplace: 1 fireplace

Construction & Exterior

Construction & Structure

Foundation Type: See Remarks
Foundation Area: 2,088 sqft
Total Building Area: 3,088 sqft

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Log
Other Structures: Pool House
View: South
Accessibility Features: None

Parking & Garage

Parking Features: Detached Garage

Lot & Land

Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot
Zoning Description: Residential-Single Family

Agent & Office

List Office: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Advantage One

Price History

Reduced $20,000 (3.2%)

Price reduced to $619,900 — Jun 11, 2026
Price reduced to $599,900 — Jul 6, 2026

26455 State Highway 78 is listed in Battle Lake, MN, part of Otter Tail County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 26455 State Highway 78

Is $599,900 a good price for a home in Battle Lake?: According to BuyPulse, 26455 State Highway 78 rates Excellent Value — at $194/sqft it's priced 38% below the typical Battle Lake single-family home of $311/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Battle Lake homes for sale to compare.
Does 26455 State Highway 78 have an HOA?: Yes, 26455 State Highway 78 has a homeowners association with dues of $1,500 annually. HOA includes: Beach Access, Dock, Recreation Facility.
What type of heating and cooling does 26455 State Highway 78 have?: 26455 State Highway 78 has Forced Air, Heat Pump heating and Central Air cooling.
Where is 26455 State Highway 78 located?: 26455 State Highway 78 is in Battle Lake, MN 56515, in Otter Tail County.
Is 26455 State Highway 78 still available?: Yes — 26455 State Highway 78 is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
When was 26455 State Highway 78 built?: 26455 State Highway 78 was built in 1993. It features post and beam, log construction, an asphalt roof, and a see remarks foundation.
Does 26455 State Highway 78 have main-floor laundry?: Yes — the laundry at 26455 State Highway 78 is on the main level.
How walkable is 26455 State Highway 78?: 26455 State Highway 78 has a Walk Score of 0/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 25/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
How many homes like 26455 State Highway 78 are for sale in Battle Lake?: 9 similar homes (single-family homes between $450K and $750K in Battle Lake) 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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