18559 Empire Trail, Burtrum, MN 56318
5 Beds | 5 Baths | 4,205 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7047085
Price Reduced — was $1,250,000 (↓ $100,000) · M Markdowns
Is 18559 Empire Trail a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Premium Pricing
At $273/sqft — This home is priced 31% above the Burtrum median of $209/sqft.
Powered by the Realgorithm™ — 4 active Burtrum listings · NorthstarMLS
$6,983/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $5,815
- Property taxes
- $497
- Home insurance (est.)
- $671
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($230,000) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
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The price here has already come down — the numbers point to real room to negotiate.
- 141 days on market — more than double the usual 58 days
- Price cut 8.0% (−$100,000)
- Compared to the statewide median — small local sample
- No negative signals found in the listing history
MMR track record: Offer-Ready homes closed a median 11% below their highest asking price — vs 3% for non-flagged reduced homes. MMR analysis of 19 vs 429 NorthstarMLS sales, updated monthly.
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Located in Bauers Sub, Burtrum, MN.
About This Home
This rare, one-of-a-kind property features two homes on nearly 5 acres, with approximately 480 feet of level, drive-up accessible lakeshore. The main home, built in 2006, offers stunning west-facing views and generous living space, including 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Enjoy the lakeside setting from the expansive patio and deck overlooking the water. A second guest home, originally built in 1975, adds additional flexibility and charm. It features an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area with a cozy wood-burning fireplace, along with 1 bedroom and an additional ¾ bathroom. Combined, both homes offer approximately 4,500 finished square feet. The tarred driveway extends all the way to the water’s edge for easy access. The main home was custom built with high-end materials and exceptional craftsmanship, and has been meticulously maintained by its second owner. The property is fully handicap accessible. Located on Big Swan Lake, a pristine 900+ acre lake in beautiful central Minnesota, this property offers a truly exceptional lakeside lifestyle.
Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 2006
- Above Grade
- 2,685 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 1,520 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 4.64 acres
- Lot Features
- Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
- Garage
- 3-car (Attached Garage, Asphalt)
- Heating
- Boiler, Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), In-Floor Heating
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Basement
- Finished
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Sewer
- Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
- Water
- Drilled, Private, Well
- Annual Taxes
- $5,958
- County
- Todd
- Days on Market
- 140
18559 Empire Trail is listed in Burtrum, MN, part of Todd County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 18559 Empire Trail
- Is $1,150,000 a good price for a home in Burtrum?
- According to BuyPulse, 18559 Empire Trail rates Premium Pricing — at $273/sqft it's priced 31% above the Burtrum median of $209/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Burtrum homes for sale to compare.
- Does 18559 Empire Trail have a basement?
- Yes, 18559 Empire Trail has a finished basement with 1,520 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 18559 Empire Trail have?
- 18559 Empire Trail has Boiler, Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), In-Floor Heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 18559 Empire Trail located?
- 18559 Empire Trail is in the Bauers neighborhood of Burtrum, MN 56318, in Todd County.
- Is 18559 Empire Trail still available?
- Yes — 18559 Empire Trail is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 18559 Empire Trail built?
- 18559 Empire Trail was built in 2006. It features an asphalt roof and a block foundation.
- Does 18559 Empire Trail have main-floor laundry?
- Yes — the laundry at 18559 Empire Trail is on the main level.
- 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.
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