24005 Sandy Beach Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,946 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7118979
M Markdowns — Price Reduced — was $614,000 (↓ $15,000)
Is 24005 Sandy Beach Drive a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Premium Pricing
At $308/sqft — This home is priced 35% above the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $228/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
95 — Strong buyer leverage
Day 46 — Detroit Lakes homes overall typically go under contract by day ~21. This one is past that window.
44% of recent sales closed at or over asking — about half hold full price.
33 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $15,000 — motivation showing.
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$3,632/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $3,029
- Property taxes
- $180
- Home insurance (est.)
- $349
- Special assessments
- $7
- HOA dues
- $67/mo
20% down ($119,800) · 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.
Located in Sandy Beach Estate, Detroit Lakes, MN.
About This Home
LAKE MELISSA; BOAT SLIP INCLUDED-- One Level Living - 3 bedroom - 2 bathroom - 1,946 sq ft - 3 stall attached garage - 1.84 wooded acres Enjoy the convenience of one-level living in this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offering 1,946 square feet of comfortable living space. Located in Sandy Beach Estates, this property includes a boat slip on Lake Melissa along with shared beach access and a lakeside storage locker, giving you all the benefits of lake life without the maintenance. Functional open floor plan, granite countertops, large kitchen island, and a private primary suite are just some of the highlights. Whether you're boating on Lake Melissa, swimming at the sandy beach, or enjoying the peaceful 1.84-acre wooded setting, this is a perfect opportunity to get on Lake Melissa. Other amenities include paved cart path to lake front and paved walking paths. With 1.84 acre lot, shape the back yard to suite your needs including adding room for a shop.
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $449K and $749K in Detroit Lakes:
- The field: 33 similar Detroit Lakes homes for sale — you have options.
- Negotiation: 44% of the last 16 sales here closed at or over list — about half hold full price.
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Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 2020
- Above Grade
- 1,946 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 1.84 acres
- Lot Features
- Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Heavy
- Garage
- 3-car (Attached Garage, Gravel, Driveway - Other Surface)
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Sewer
- Private Sewer
- Water
- Private
- HOA
- $800/Annually (includes Beach Access, Dock, Shared Amenities)
- Annual Taxes
- $2,161
- Special Assessments
- $85
- County
- Becker
- Days on Market
- 46
24005 Sandy Beach Drive is listed in Detroit Lakes, MN, part of Becker County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 24005 Sandy Beach Drive
- Is $599,000 a good price for a home in Detroit Lakes?
- According to BuyPulse, 24005 Sandy Beach Drive rates Premium Pricing — at $308/sqft it's priced 35% above the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $228/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 95/100 (Strong buyer leverage), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Detroit Lakes homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Detroit Lakes homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 24005 Sandy Beach Drive — and what do they mean?
- This property has $85/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 $2,161/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
- Does 24005 Sandy Beach Drive have an HOA?
- Yes, 24005 Sandy Beach Drive has a homeowners association with dues of $800 annually. HOA includes: Beach Access, Dock, Shared Amenities.
- What type of heating and cooling does 24005 Sandy Beach Drive have?
- 24005 Sandy Beach Drive has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 24005 Sandy Beach Drive located?
- 24005 Sandy Beach Drive is in the Sandy Beach Estate neighborhood of Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, in Becker County.
- Is 24005 Sandy Beach Drive still available?
- Yes — 24005 Sandy Beach Drive is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 24005 Sandy Beach Drive built?
- 24005 Sandy Beach Drive was built in 2020. It features a poured concrete foundation.
- Does 24005 Sandy Beach Drive have main-floor laundry?
- Yes — the laundry at 24005 Sandy Beach Drive is on the main level.
- How walkable is 24005 Sandy Beach Drive?
- 24005 Sandy Beach Drive has a Walk Score of 0/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 21/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 24005 Sandy Beach Drive are for sale in Detroit Lakes?
- 33 similar homes (single-family homes between $449K and $749K in Detroit Lakes) are for sale right now — you have options.
- Do homes in Detroit Lakes sell for asking price?
- 44% of the last 16 comparable Detroit Lakes sales closed at or over list price — about half hold full price. Based on real NorthstarMLS closings, not estimates.
- 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.
- 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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