23729 Cooley Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401
3 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,520 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7089205
Price Reduced — was $1,199,900 (↓ $60,000) · M Markdowns
$6,772/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $5,764
- Property taxes
- $343
- Home insurance (est.)
- $665
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($227,980) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
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About This Home
PRIVATE 40-ACRE NORTHWOODS ESTATE SURROUNDED BY STATE LAND An extraordinary private estate set on 40 wooded acres in the heart of Minnesota’s Northwoods, surrounded by approximately 470 acres of state land. Located just 30 minutes from Brainerd, this rare property offers the privacy, recreation, and natural beauty sought by today’s luxury acreage buyer. Completely rebuilt in 2009 by Nor-Son Custom Builders, the main residence blends timeless Northwoods character with refined craftsmanship and warm, inviting design. The home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a hot tub, infrared sauna, gas fireplace, and wood-burning fireplace, creating a comfortable year-round retreat designed for relaxation, gathering, and escape. A separate guest house adds exceptional flexibility with 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, laundry, a 2-car garage, and private workspace—ideal for hosting guests, extended family, caretaker quarters, or a refined retreat away from the main residence. Designed for those who value privacy, recreation, and space, the property includes extensive garage and storage capacity, raised gardens, fruit trees, greenhouse, outbuildings, a temperature-controlled root cellar/storm shelter, and 40 acres of prime hunting land. Whether envisioned as a private luxury retreat, family compound, hobby farm, collector’s property, or Northwoods getaway, this estate offers a lifestyle that is increasingly rare and difficult to duplicate. A truly distinctive property where craftsmanship, seclusion, and the beauty of the Northwoods come together.
BuyPulse · Live market read
Is 23729 Cooley Drive a Good Deal?
At $452/sqft, this home is priced $263/sqft above the typical Brainerd single-family home of $189/sqft.
The median list price in Brainerd is $379,900.
Verdict: Premium Pricing
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Key Features
- Built
- 1987
- Garage
- 16-Car
- Style
- Two
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $4,120 (2025)
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 2,520
- Lot Size
- 40 acres
- Basement
- No
- Roof
- Age Over 8 Years, Asphalt
- Construction
- Log, Stone
- County
- Crow Wing
- List Date
- 2026-06-11
- Days on Market
- 128 days
- Parcel ID
- 88090513
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $4,120
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Wood Stove
- Cooling
- Ductless Mini-Split
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic System Compliant - Yes
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Interior Features
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Upper Level, Washer Hookup
- Fireplace
- 1 fireplace
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Slab
- Foundation Area
- 1,928 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 3,638 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Stone, Log
- Fenced Area
- Yes
- Other Structures
- Garage(s), Kennel/Dog Run, Greenhouse, Guest House, Root Cellar, Storage Shed
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Asphalt, Concrete, Floor Drain, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Multiple Garages, Tuckunder Garage
Lot & Land
- Lot Features
- Tree Coverage - Heavy
- Road Surface
- Township
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Coldwell Banker Realty
Price History
- Price reduced to $1,139,900 — Aug 6, 2026
23729 Cooley 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 23729 Cooley Drive
- Is $1,139,900 a good price for a home in Brainerd?
- According to BuyPulse, 23729 Cooley Drive rates Premium Pricing — at $452/sqft it's priced 139% above the typical Brainerd single-family home of $189/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Brainerd homes for sale to compare.
- What type of heating and cooling does 23729 Cooley Drive have?
- 23729 Cooley Drive has Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Wood Stove heating and Ductless Mini-Split cooling.
- Where is 23729 Cooley Drive located?
- 23729 Cooley Drive is in Brainerd, MN 56401, in Crow Wing County.
- Is 23729 Cooley Drive still available?
- Yes — 23729 Cooley Drive is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 23729 Cooley Drive built?
- 23729 Cooley Drive was built in 1987. It features log, stone construction and a slab foundation.
- Does 23729 Cooley Drive have main-floor laundry?
- No — the laundry at 23729 Cooley Drive is on the upper level.
- How walkable is 23729 Cooley Drive?
- 23729 Cooley Drive has a Walk Score of 0/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 20/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
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