2026 single family home for sale at 12157 Butternut Road in Brainerd, MN — 4 bed, 3 bath (photo 1 of 44)

12157 Butternut Road, Brainerd, MN 56401

Single Family Home for Sale in Brainerd, MN 4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,154 Sq Ft

$549,000

$3,338/month Estimated

Principal & interest
$2,993
Property taxes
$25
Home insurance (est.)
$320
HOA dues
None

20% down ($109,800) · 30-yr fixed, 7.24%

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About This Home

Step into a world where the morning rush is replaced by the soft rustle of wind through mature oak trees and the distant, soothing call of songbirds. Imagine waking up, pouring a cup of coffee, and walking into your sun-drenched four-season room. Here, surrounded by glass, you are completely immersed in the changing seasons while staying perfectly warm. You can look out over your private, one-acre wooded sanctuary, watching the morning mist rise off the trees, completely tucked away from the rest of the world. This beautifully designed property offers a rare connection to nature and leisure: The Setting: Your backyard blends seamlessly into acres of quiet public land, giving you instant access to miles of winding walking trails right outside your door. The Neighbors: Just a short stroll away sits a local boutique winery, making it effortless to spend your weekends enjoying an outdoor tasting or walking through the vines. The Living Space: Inside, the home offers a spacious and functional layout featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and 2,154 square feet of bright, comfortable living area. You will always remember the feeling of absolute peace that washes over you the moment you pull down the driveway. Come experience this retreat for yourself before it belongs to someone else. Contact us today to schedule your private tour.

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How 12157 Butternut Road Compares to the Brainerd Market

At $255/sqft, this home is priced $41/sqft above the typical Brainerd new-construction single-family home of $214/sqft.

New construction in Brainerd runs about 8% above comparable resale homes (~$198/sqft).

The median list price in Brainerd is $421,175.

Verdict: Premium Pricing

Homes like this one — new-construction single-family homes between $412K and $686K in Brainerd:

  • The field: 8 similar Brainerd homes for sale — a short list right now.
  • Price cuts: 3 of 8 similar homes have trimmed asking — median trim $45,000. This one hasn't budged — builder pricing usually doesn't. Negotiate upgrades and closing costs instead.
  • Too few have sold recently to chart how fast they go or how they close — BuyPulse won't estimate those off a thin sample.

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Key Features

Built
2026
Garage
3-Car Attached
Style
Two
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$300 (2026)

Property Details

Property Type
Single Family
Above Grade Sq Ft
2,154
Lot Size
1 acres
Basement
No
Roof
Asphalt
Construction
Concrete, Frame
County
Crow Wing
List Date
2026-09-08
Days on Market
63 days
Parcel ID
75040525

Home Systems & Utilities

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Drilled, Private, Well
Sewer
Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
Appliances
Air-To-Air Exchanger, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances

Interior Features

Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Upper Level, Washer Hookup

Construction & Exterior

Construction & Structure

New Construction
Yes
Foundation Type
Slab
Foundation Area
1,311 sqft
Total Building Area
2,682 sqft

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Metal, Vinyl
Accessibility Features
None

Parking & Garage

Parking Features
Attached Garage, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener

Lot & Land

Lot Features
Tree Coverage - Medium
Road Surface
City Street
Zoning Description
Residential-Single Family

Agent & Office

List Office
Counselor Realty Brainerd Lakes

Price History

Listed at $549,000 on Sep 8, 2026 — No price changes

12157 Butternut Road is listed in Brainerd, MN, part of Crow Wing County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

Showing — 12157 Butternut Road

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Frequently Asked Questions About 12157 Butternut Road

Is $549,000 a good price for a home in Brainerd?
According to BuyPulse, 12157 Butternut Road rates Premium Pricing — at $255/sqft it's priced 19% above the typical Brainerd new-construction single-family home of $214/sqft. New construction in Brainerd runs about 8% above comparable resale homes (~$198/sqft). Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Brainerd homes for sale to compare.
What type of heating and cooling does 12157 Butternut Road have?
12157 Butternut Road has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
Where is 12157 Butternut Road located?
12157 Butternut Road is in Brainerd, MN 56401, in Crow Wing County.
Is 12157 Butternut Road still available?
Yes — 12157 Butternut Road is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
When was 12157 Butternut Road built?
12157 Butternut Road was built in 2026 by Price Homes. It features concrete, frame construction, an asphalt roof, and a slab foundation. See more homes by Price Homes →
Does 12157 Butternut Road have main-floor laundry?
No — the laundry at 12157 Butternut Road is on the upper level.
How many homes like 12157 Butternut Road are for sale in Brainerd?
8 similar homes (new-construction single-family homes between $412K and $686K in Brainerd) 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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