1978 single family home for sale at 1206 E Ottum Avenue in Bigfork, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath (photo 1 of 13)

1206 E Ottum Avenue, Bigfork, MN 56628

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,496 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7073962

$235,000

Is 1206 E Ottum Avenue a Good Deal?

BuyPulse Verdict

Excellent Value

At $94/sqft — This home is priced 57% below the typical Bigfork single-family home of $218/sqft.

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$1,365/month Estimated

Principal & interest
$1,188
Property taxes
$3
Home insurance (est.)
$137
Special assessments
$37
HOA dues
None

20% down ($47,000) · 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.

Bigfork, MN Active

About This Home

Nice sized home with brand new shingles (2026). Beautiful land that has an area fenced for horses and gardens plus nice greenhouse plus a metal building / shop. Located just a few minutes to city of Bigfork yet in country. There is a lot here to like! Privacy!! Seller will consider an allowance for floors and painting. Great Hobby acreage . Features 4 season porch, Electric sauna very nice! There are some chicken coops on property also.

BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read

Homes like this one — single-family homes between $176K and $294K in Bigfork:

  • The field: 3 similar Bigfork homes for sale — a short list right now.

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Key Features

Built
1978
Garage
4-Car Detached
Style
Split Entry (Bi-Level)
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$33 (2026)
Specials/yr
$443

Property Details

Property Type
Single Family
Above Grade Sq Ft
1,248
Below Grade Sq Ft
1,248
Lot Size
13.43 acres
Basement
Yes
Roof
Age 8 Years or Less
Construction
Concrete, Frame
County
Itasca
List Date
2026-05-14
Days on Market
151 days
Parcel ID
070271205

Financial

Total Tax incl. Assessments
$476
Specials Pending
No

Home Systems & Utilities

Heating
Baseboard, Boiler, Hot Water
Cooling
None
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Well
Sewer
Private Sewer
Appliances
Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances

Interior Features

Laundry
Lower Level

Construction & Exterior

Construction & Structure

Foundation Type
Block
Foundation Area
1,248 sqft
Total Building Area
2,496 sqft

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Vinyl
Fenced Area
Yes
Accessibility Features
None

Parking & Garage

Parking Features
Detached Garage, Gravel

Lot & Land

Lot Features
Irregular Lot, Suitable for Horses, Tree Coverage - Light
Topography
Gently Rolling,High Ground,Level,Meadow,Sloped,Wooded
Road Surface
County Road
Zoning Description
Residential-Single Family

Agent & Office

List Office
RE/MAX Advantage Plus

Price History

Listed at $235,000 on May 14, 2026 — No price changes

1206 E Ottum Avenue is listed in Bigfork, MN, part of Itasca County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

Showing — 1206 E Ottum Avenue

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1206 E Ottum Avenue

Is $235,000 a good price for a home in Bigfork?
According to BuyPulse, 1206 E Ottum Avenue rates Excellent Value — at $94/sqft it's priced 57% below the typical Bigfork single-family home of $218/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Bigfork homes for sale to compare.
What are the special assessments at 1206 E Ottum Avenue — and what do they mean?
This property has $443/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 $33/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.

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Does 1206 E Ottum Avenue have a basement?
Yes, 1206 E Ottum Avenue has a basement with 1,248 sq ft of below-grade space.
What type of heating and cooling does 1206 E Ottum Avenue have?
1206 E Ottum Avenue has Baseboard, Boiler, Hot Water heating and None cooling.
Where is 1206 E Ottum Avenue located?
1206 E Ottum Avenue is in Bigfork, MN 56628, in Itasca County.
Is 1206 E Ottum Avenue still available?
Yes — 1206 E Ottum Avenue is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
When was 1206 E Ottum Avenue built?
1206 E Ottum Avenue was built in 1978. It features concrete, frame construction and a block foundation.
Does 1206 E Ottum Avenue have main-floor laundry?
No — the laundry at 1206 E Ottum Avenue is in the lower level.
How walkable is 1206 E Ottum Avenue?
1206 E Ottum Avenue has a Walk Score of 11/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 22/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
How many homes like 1206 E Ottum Avenue are for sale in Bigfork?
3 similar homes (single-family homes between $176K and $294K in Bigfork) 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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