16965 Piper Lane, Brainerd, MN 56401
4 Beds | 3 Baths | 3,914 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7089974
Price Drop on M Markdowns — was $895,000 (↓ $30,000)
Is 16965 Piper Lane a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Premium Pricing
At $221/sqft — This home is priced 18% above the typical Brainerd single-family home of $188/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
88 — Strong buyer leverage
Day 75 — Brainerd homes overall typically go under contract by day ~15. This one is past that window.
14 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $30,000 — motivation showing.
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$5,206/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $4,374
- Property taxes
- $310
- Home insurance (est.)
- $505
- Special assessments
- $2
- HOA dues
- $15/mo
20% down ($173,000) · 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
This thoughtfully designed residence blends modern comfort with spaces created for connection and entertaining. Located in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area, the home offers a seamless balance of open gathering spaces, flexible living areas, and exceptional outdoor living. The open-concept layout centers around the kitchen, dining, and living areas, complemented by custom finishes and thoughtful upgrades throughout. A spacious primary suite enhances the main-level layout, while expansive windows and patio doors at the stair landing bring natural light throughout the home. The finished daylight lower level extends the living space with a large family room and dedicated entertaining area featuring a hospitality bar with island seating. Outdoor living is a defining feature of the property, with three covered gazebo areas, an outdoor kitchen, hot tub, natural gas fire pit, water feature, extensive paver patios, and a fully fenced backyard. Set on 2.5 acres, the property also offers additional space and flexibility for future use. An insulated four-stall garage and a 20' x 60' 6-inch reinforced concrete parking pad with 50-amp electrical service complete the property.
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Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 2022
- Above Grade
- 2,052 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 1,862 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 2.50 acres
- Lot Features
- Tree Coverage - Medium
- Garage
- 4-car (Attached Garage, Asphalt, Electric, Floor Drain, Garage Door Opener, Insulated Garage, RV Access/Parking, Storage)
- Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Basement
- Finished
- Appliances
- Air-To-Air Exchanger, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater, Water Filtration System, Iron Filter, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Sewer
- Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes, Tank with Drainage Field
- Water
- 4-Inch Submersible, Drilled, Private, Well
- HOA
- $15/month (includes Snow Removal)
- Annual Taxes
- $3,717
- Special Assessments
- $25
- County
- Crow Wing
- Days on Market
- 75
16965 Piper Lane is listed in Brainerd, MN, part of Crow Wing County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 16965 Piper Lane
- Is $865,000 a good price for a home in Brainerd?
- According to BuyPulse, 16965 Piper Lane rates Premium Pricing — at $221/sqft it's priced 18% above the typical Brainerd single-family home of $188/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 88/100 (Strong buyer leverage), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Brainerd homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Brainerd homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 16965 Piper Lane — and what do they mean?
- This property has $25/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 $3,717/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
- Does 16965 Piper Lane have a basement?
- Yes, 16965 Piper Lane has a finished basement with 1,862 sq ft of below-grade space.
- Does 16965 Piper Lane have an HOA?
- Yes, 16965 Piper Lane has a homeowners association with dues of $15 monthly. HOA includes: Snow Removal.
- What type of heating and cooling does 16965 Piper Lane have?
- 16965 Piper Lane has Forced Air, Fireplace(s) heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 16965 Piper Lane located?
- 16965 Piper Lane is in Brainerd, MN 56401, in Crow Wing County.
- Is 16965 Piper Lane still available?
- Yes — 16965 Piper Lane is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 16965 Piper Lane built?
- 16965 Piper Lane was built in 2022. It features frame construction and a block foundation.
- Does 16965 Piper Lane have main-floor laundry?
- Yes — the laundry at 16965 Piper Lane is on the main level.
- How walkable is 16965 Piper Lane?
- 16965 Piper Lane has a Walk Score of 1/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 25/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 16965 Piper Lane are for sale in Brainerd?
- 14 similar homes (single-family homes between $649K and $1.1M in Brainerd) are for sale right now — you have options.
- 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.
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- 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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