Homes for Sale in Deer River, MN

Browse lake homes, cabins, and waterfront properties for sale in Deer River, MN. Jim Christl & Shannon Barnum — Fargo-Moorhead REALTORS® serving Minnesota lake country. Call 701-205-5517.

Updated 10/13/2026, 12:00 AM CDT from NorthstarMLS

Deer River is the heart of the Chippewa National Forest region, surrounded by thousands of acres of public land, pristine lakes, and the Cutfoot Sioux lake system. Jim Christl has personal ties to this community and knows the local market intimately — a rare advantage when buying or selling in this area.

Verified Homes for Sale in Deer River, MN

• 29 Homes for sale
• $199,900 Median price
• 11 Price reduced

29 homes for sale in Deer River, MN — priced $59,900 to $985,000, median $199,900, 11 with recent price cuts. Updated daily from NorthstarMLS.

Deer River is a seller’s market — homes sell for about 99% of list in around 44 days, with roughly 3.8 months of supply (based on 90 days of NorthstarMLS closings).

M Re-Intel: Lakes Market Intelligence — October 2026

If the metro is sorting by payment, lake country is sorting by shoreline, and the shoreline is winning. Waterfront homes that sold between May and September went for a $559,500 median, up 6.6 percent from last summer, on roughly a quarter more sales. Step back from the water and the story goes flat: the off-water median was $299,900, against $302,000 a year earlier. On asking prices the premium is 64 percent, $574,950 on the water and $349,900 off it. The reason is almost boringly simple. A builder can add houses and a lender can sweeten a rate, but nobody can add frontage. The season is closing on schedule: 1,554 homes are for sale, down from more than 1,600 a month ago, and new listings slowed to 386 in the past 30 days. What changed is the pace. September's lake sales spent a median 44 days on the market, up from 34 a year ago, so buyers who shop after the docks come out may find sellers more willing to talk. Leverage is uneven. Alexandria, Fergus Falls and Osakis are still moving, each with a fifth or more of its listings under contract. Detroit Lakes, with 146 homes for sale and just 9 percent spoken for, remains the buyer's counterweight. And Pelican Rapids, where 68 percent of listings sit on the water, asks a shoreline median of $825,000, a reminder that when the lake is the product, the calendar barely matters.

— Jim Christl & Shannon Barnum, Modern Market REALTORS®. Full market intelligence report

Why Buy a Home in Deer River, MN?

Deer River is for buyers who want to be immersed in nature. The town sits in the heart of the Chippewa National Forest, surrounded by thousands of acres of public land, pristine lakes, and wildlife. Cut Foot Sioux Lake, Bowstring Lake, and numerous smaller lakes are all within 15 minutes. The pace is slow, the lakes are uncrowded, and the northern lights are visible on clear nights. It is not for everyone — and that is exactly what its residents love about it.

Jim Christl has personal ties to the Deer River community, which gives Modern Market REALTORS an advantage that is genuinely rare for a Fargo-based brokerage. We know the local market, the lake quality, and the community dynamics in a way that most out-of-area agents cannot match. Properties here range from $80,000 for a basic cabin to around $500,000 for quality lakefront, with most homes and cabins selling well under $300,000.

Deer River Public Schools serves the community for families considering year-round living. Grand Rapids is 23 miles south for additional services and shopping. Itasca State Park, the headwaters of the Mississippi River, is nearby. The drive from Fargo is about 3.5 hours, making this a destination property rather than a weekend commute. For retirees, remote workers, and outdoor enthusiasts seeking maximum nature at minimum cost, Deer River is hard to beat.

Neighborhoods in Deer River

Cut Foot Sioux Lake area offers some of the most sought-after waterfront in the region. Bowstring Lake has quieter, more remote properties. In-town Deer River has affordable year-round homes. Wooded acreages of 5–80+ acres are available throughout the Chippewa National Forest area.

School District: Deer River Public Schools

Newest Homes for Sale in Deer River (29+)

1. 38652 HWY 6, Deer River, MN — $59,900 · Est. $303/mo · House for Sale · Bi-Level · Acreage · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,396 sqft · 5.26 ac lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · M Premiere · Listed by Wallin Residential Properties
2. 47624 Bowstring C, Deer River, MN — $99,500 · Est. $503/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Acreage · 2 bed · 1 bath · 1,044 sqft · 20.57 ac lot · ~195 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by MOVE IT REAL ESTATE GROUP/LAKEHOMES.COM
3. 41255 County Road 19, Deer River, MN — $274,999 · Est. $1,391/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Acreage · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,328 sqft · 10.23 ac lot · ~195 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Pemberton RE
4. 34838 Deer Path Drive, Deer River, MN — $725,000 · Est. $3,666/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 5 bed · 3 bath · 1,008 sqft · 1.09 ac lot · ~200 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by EDGE OF THE WILDERNESS REALTY
5. 10446 Vermillion Point Drive NE, Deer River, MN — $425,000 · Est. $2,149/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · 3 bed · 2 bath · 2,252 sqft · 1.4 ac lot · ~180 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Coldwell Banker Crown Realtors
6. 40089 Sunset Trail, Deer River, MN — $299,000 · Est. $1,512/mo · ▼ $20,000 (6%) off, was $319,000, reduced 13 days ago · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 3 bed · 1 bath · 988 sqft · 0.07 ac lot · ~175 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by MOVE IT REAL ESTATE GROUP/LAKEHOMES.COM
7. 38879 State Highway 38, Deer River, MN — $232,900 · Est. $1,178/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · Acreage · 2 bed · 1 bath · 1,004 sqft · 3.24 ac lot · ~200 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Pemberton RE
8. 37523 Co Rd 19, Deer River, MN — $985,000 · Est. $4,981/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · Acreage · 3 bed · 3 bath · 2,958 sqft · 2.39 ac lot · ~200 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by MN DIRECT PROPERTIES
9. 42307 Rajala Road, Deer River, MN — $150,000 · Est. $758/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 0 bed · 0 bath · 480 sqft · 25.6 ac lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Anderson Realty
10. 50181 County Road 35, Deer River, MN — $199,900 · Est. $1,011/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 3 bed · 1 bath · 1,824 sqft · 0.35 ac lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Lakes & Leisure Realty
11. 46726 County Road 133, Deer River, MN — $678,000 · Est. $3,428/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 4 bed · 4 bath · 3,378 sqft · 20 ac lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · Open House 10/17 · Listed by RE/MAX Advantage Plus
12. 52875 County Road 155, Deer River, MN — $489,900 · Est. $2,477/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · 3 bed · 1 bath · 1,516 sqft · 0.91 ac lot · ~185 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by RE/MAX Advantage Plus
13. 35291 N Johnson Lake Road, Deer River, MN — $339,900 · Est. $1,719/mo · ▼ $10,000 (3%) off, was $349,900, reduced 6 weeks ago · House for Sale · Rambler · 2 bed · 1 bath · 702 sqft · 0.55 ac lot · ~200 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Pemberton RE
14. 45649 Bowstring D1, Deer River, MN — $105,900 · Est. $535/mo · ▼ $4,000 (4%) off, was $109,900, reduced 3 weeks ago · House for Sale · Acreage · 2 bed · 1 bath · 672 sqft · 7.5 ac lot · ~195 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by EDGE OF THE WILDERNESS REALTY
15. 541 5th Street SE, Deer River, MN — $139,000 · Est. $703/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · 2 bed · 2 bath · 1,176 sqft · 0.16 ac lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by EDGE OF THE WILDERNESS REALTY
16. 48215 Hawthorn Dr, Deer River, MN — $184,000 · Est. $930/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Acreage · 3 bed · 1 bath · 846 sqft · 18.75 ac lot · ~185 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by EDGE OF THE WILDERNESS REALTY
17. 48316 Pillar Road, Deer River, MN — $479,900 · Est. $2,427/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · 2 bed · 2 bath · 2,149 sqft · 1.94 ac lot · ~195 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by EDGE OF THE WILDERNESS REALTY
18. 49231 County Road 173, Cabin 12, Deer River, MN — $315,000 · Est. $1,593/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · 8 bed · 3 bath · 1,688 sqft · 2,614 sqft lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Real Broker,LLC
19. 49231 County Road 173, Cabin 10, Deer River, MN — $290,000 · Est. $1,466/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,336 sqft · 4,356 sqft lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Real Broker,LLC
20. 49231 County Road 173, Cabin 9, Deer River, MN — $145,000 · Est. $733/mo · ▼ $15,000 (9%) off, was $160,000, reduced May 19 · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 1 bed · 1 bath · 256 sqft · 2,178 sqft lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Real Broker,LLC
21. 49231 County Road 173, Cabin 8, Deer River, MN — $175,000 · Est. $885/mo · ▼ $15,000 (8%) off, was $190,000, reduced May 19 · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 2 bed · 1 bath · 504 sqft · 2,613 ac lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Real Broker,LLC
22. 49231 County Road 173, Cabin 7, Deer River, MN — $175,000 · Est. $885/mo · ▼ $15,000 (8%) off, was $190,000, reduced May 19 · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 2 bed · 1 bath · 504 sqft · 2,178 sqft lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Real Broker,LLC
23. 49231 County Road 173, Cabin 6, Deer River, MN — $175,000 · Est. $885/mo · ▼ $15,000 (8%) off, was $190,000, reduced May 19 · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 2 bed · 1 bath · 480 sqft · 2,178 sqft lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Real Broker,LLC
24. 49231 County Road 173, Cabin 4, Deer River, MN — $180,000 · Est. $910/mo · ▼ $10,000 (5%) off, was $190,000, reduced May 19 · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 3 bed · 2 bath · 864 sqft · 2,613 sqft lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Real Broker,LLC
25. 49231 County Road 173, Cabin 2, Deer River, MN — $225,000 · Est. $1,138/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 2 bed · 1 bath · 480 sqft · 1,742 sqft lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Real Broker,LLC
26. 406 1st Street NE, Deer River, MN — $194,000 · Est. $981/mo · ▼ $5,900 (3%) off, was $199,900, reduced Aug 4 · House for Sale · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,732 sqft · 0.3 ac lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by COLDWELL BANKER NORTHWOODS
27. 46020 Third River Drive, Deer River, MN — $159,900 · Est. $809/mo · ▼ $19,600 (11%) off, was $179,500, reduced Apr 11 · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 3 bed · 0 bath · 1,092 sqft · 2.46 ac lot · ~165 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Grimes Realty
28. 8135 County Road 65 NE, Deer River, MN — $199,000 · Est. $1,006/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 2 bed · 1 bath · 780 sqft · 5.69 ac lot · ~185 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by National Realty Guild
29. 10547 Vermeil Drive NE, Deer River, MN — $325,000 · Est. $1,643/mo · ▼ $14,000 (4%) off, was $339,000, reduced Aug 13 · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 2 bed · 1 bath · 960 sqft · 3.68 ac lot · ~180 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Thunder Lake Realty

Almost Sold in Deer River (2)

These Deer River homes have an accepted offer and are waiting to close.

1. 42428 County Road 48, Deer River, MN — $115,000 · Est. $582/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Acreage · 2 bed · 1 bath · 560 sqft · 2.56 ac lot · ~195 min from Fargo · Pending · Listed by MN LAKESHORE PROPERTIES/MN UP NORTH REALTY
2. 34550 State Highway 6, Deer River, MN — $269,000 · Est. $1,360/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Acreage · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,536 sqft · 38.2 ac lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Pending · Listed by EDGE OF THE WILDERNESS REALTY

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Deer River from Fargo?

About 3.5 hours east. Grand Rapids is 23 miles south. Deer River is a destination property area rather than a weekend commute from the FM metro.

What lakes are near Deer River?

Cut Foot Sioux Lake and Bowstring Lake are the two largest and most popular nearby lakes. Dozens of smaller lakes are within 15 minutes. The Chippewa National Forest provides access to hundreds of lakes, rivers, and streams in the surrounding area.

Is Deer River affordable?

Very. Properties range from $80,000 for a seasonal cabin to around $500,000 for premium lakefront. Most homes and cabins sell under $300,000. It is one of the most affordable lake-area markets in Minnesota.

Does Jim Christl know the Deer River area?

Yes. Jim has personal ties to the Deer River community, which gives Modern Market REALTORS genuine local knowledge in this market. That is unusual for a Fargo-based brokerage and a real advantage for buyers exploring properties in the area.

How much do you need to make to buy a house in Deer River, MN?

It depends heavily on your down payment, interest rate, and other debts, but as a rough guide: with Deer River's median list price around $200,000, a home near that price typically calls for somewhere around $50,000 to $60,000 in household income. Put more down or buy below the median and it drops; less down or a higher rate pushes it up. Run your own numbers on our home affordability calculator, and we'll help you get pre-approved so you know your real budget before you shop.

Is Deer River, MN a buyer’s or seller’s market right now?

Right now, Deer River is a seller’s market — homes are selling for about 99% of list price in around 44 days, with roughly 3.8 months of supply, based on the last 90 days of NorthstarMLS closings. Fewer months of supply and homes selling near or above asking favor sellers; more supply and homes sitting longer favor buyers.

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