204 Ridge Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401
4 Beds | 3 Baths | 3,367 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7160871
$3,235/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $2,528
- Property taxes
- $415
- Home insurance (est.)
- $292
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($100,000) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
Located in Buffalo Hills, Brainerd, MN.
About This Home
Enjoy main-level living in this inviting 4-bedroom, 3-bath Brainerd home, thoughtfully designed with warm natural finishes and peaceful views of the private backyard. The spacious living room is framed by windows that bring the outdoors in, creating the unique feeling of living among the trees. Oak hardwood flooring adds timeless character throughout the main level, while a large covered front porch offers a welcoming place to relax and enjoy the surroundings. The kitchen is both functional and beautifully finished with custom alder cabinetry and Cambria countertops. Alder woodwork is featured throughout the home, including the kitchen and laundry cabinetry, fireplace surround, wood ceiling, upper-level bedroom walls, lower-level cabinetry, vanity, trim, doors, and closet doors—creating a cohesive, warm, lodge-inspired feel. Cherrywood adds a refined touch in the upper-level vanities and lower-level desk area. The private primary suite provides a comfortable retreat, while the main-level bath features a jetted tub for added relaxation. Spacious bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests, office space, or hobbies. The walkout lower level expands the living space with a convenient kitchenette, ample room to gather, and access to a three-season porch overlooking the wooded backyard. Whether enjoying a quiet morning coffee, hosting friends, or taking in the changing seasons, this home offers comfortable indoor and outdoor spaces to enjoy. Additional highlights include a finished, insulated two-stall garage with workshop space, a wraparound driveway for easy access and extra parking, and is adjacent to public land ensuring that there will be no neighbors behind you. This well-appointed Brainerd home blends practical amenities with distinctive craftsmanship, natural materials, and a private setting.
BuyPulse · Live market read
How 204 Ridge Drive Compares to the Brainerd Market
At $149/sqft, this home is priced $42/sqft below the typical Brainerd single-family home of $191/sqft.
The median list price in Brainerd is $389,900.
Verdict: Excellent Value
Your negotiating position
60 Balanced market
Seller's market · Balanced · Buyer leverage
Day 0 — similar homes typically go under contract by day ~24, so this one is early in its window.
35% of recent sales closed at or over asking — most sellers here negotiate.
32 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $375K and $625K in Brainerd:
- The field: 32 similar Brainerd homes for sale — you have options.
- Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 24 days — 1 of the last 12 inside 4 days.
- Negotiation: 35% of the last 20 sales here closed at or over list — there's room to negotiate.
- Price cuts: 10 of 32 similar homes have trimmed asking — median trim $20,450. This one hasn't budged.
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Key Features
- Built
- 2008
- Garage
- 2-Car Attached
- Style
- One
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $4,974 (2026)
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,891
- Below Grade Sq Ft
- 1,476
- Lot Size
- 0.83 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- Roof
- Asphalt, Pitched
- Construction
- Frame
- County
- Crow Wing
- List Date
- 2026-10-20
- Days on Market
- 0 days
- Parcel ID
- 41350534
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $4,974
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Boiler, Forced Air, In-Floor Heating
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Appliances
- Air-To-Air Exchanger, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Interior Features
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
- Fireplace
- 1 fireplace
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Poured Concrete
- Foundation Area
- 1,596 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 3,486 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Cement Board
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Attached Garage, Asphalt, Electric, Floor Drain, Finished Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage
Lot & Land
- Lot Features
- Property Adjoins Public Land, Tree Coverage - Heavy
- Road Surface
- City Street, Paved Streets
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Edina Realty, Inc.
Price History
Listed at $500,000 on Oct 15, 2026 — No price changes
204 Ridge Drive 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 204 Ridge Drive
- Is $500,000 a good price for a home in Brainerd?
- According to BuyPulse, 204 Ridge Drive rates Excellent Value — at $149/sqft it's priced 22% below the typical Brainerd single-family home of $191/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 60/100 (Balanced market), 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.
- Does 204 Ridge Drive have a basement?
- Yes, 204 Ridge Drive has a finished basement with 1,476 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 204 Ridge Drive have?
- 204 Ridge Drive has Boiler, Forced Air, In-Floor Heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 204 Ridge Drive located?
- 204 Ridge Drive is in the Buffalo Hills neighborhood of Brainerd, MN 56401, in Crow Wing County.
- Is 204 Ridge Drive still available?
- Yes — 204 Ridge Drive is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 204 Ridge Drive built?
- 204 Ridge Drive was built in 2008. It features frame construction and a poured concrete foundation.
- Does 204 Ridge Drive have main-floor laundry?
- Yes — the laundry at 204 Ridge Drive is on the main level.
- How many homes like 204 Ridge Drive are for sale in Brainerd?
- 32 similar homes (single-family homes between $375K and $625K in Brainerd) are for sale right now — you have options.
- How fast do homes like 204 Ridge Drive sell in Brainerd?
- Homes like this one (single-family homes between $375K and $625K in Brainerd) went pending in a median 24 days over the last 90 days — 1 of the last 12 went under contract within 4 days.
- Do homes in Brainerd sell for asking price?
- 35% of the last 20 comparable Brainerd sales closed at or over list price — there's room to negotiate. Based on real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
- 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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