30860 Carefree Lane, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
5 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,668 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7137260
Price Drop on M Markdowns — was $469,000 (↓ $10,000)
Is 30860 Carefree Lane a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Excellent Value
At $172/sqft — This home is priced 26% below the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $232/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
88 — Strong buyer leverage
Day 40 — Detroit Lakes homes overall typically go under contract by day ~20. This one is past that window.
43% of recent sales closed at or over asking — about half hold full price.
42 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $10,000 — motivation showing.
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$2,808/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $2,321
- Property taxes
- $214
- Home insurance (est.)
- $268
- Special assessments
- $5
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($91,800) · 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.
About This Home
COUNTRY LIVING JUST MINUTES FROM DETROIT LAKES. BUSING TO AND FROM DETROIT LAKES AND FRAZEE! You can tell this one has been loved! This adorable and exceptionally well-cared-for 5-bedroom, 3-bath home sits on just under 2 acres, minutes from Detroit Lakes, with both Detroit Lakes and Frazee school busing. Inside, you’ll find bright, welcoming spaces, including vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, a shiplap fireplace, board-and-batten accents, and the cutest tucked-away office nook. The spacious kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and peninsula seating. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and the laundry are conveniently located upstairs, including the primary suite with a private jetted tub/shower. The finished walkout lower level has two more bedrooms, a large family room, wet bar, tiled walk-in shower, tons of storage and access to the new paver patio. Outside, enjoy the rebuilt deck, freshly seal-coated driveway, and attached three-stall garage with a new overhead door. Thoughtfully maintained with numerous recent updates, including the furnace, pressure tank, deck, and several appliances, this home is truly move-in ready and just as cute in person! Set up your showing today!!
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $344K and $574K in Detroit Lakes:
- The field: 42 similar Detroit Lakes homes for sale — you have options.
- Negotiation: 43% of the last 28 sales here closed at or over list — about half hold full price.
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Key Features
- Built
- 2006
- Garage
- 3-Car Attached
- Style
- One
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $2,563 (2026)
- Specials/yr
- $65
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,516
- Below Grade Sq Ft
- 1,152
- Lot Size
- 1.79 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- Roof
- Asphalt
- Construction
- Frame
- County
- Becker
- List Date
- 2026-09-02
- Days on Market
- 40 days
- Parcel ID
- 030454164
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $2,628
- Specials Pending
- No
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Water
- Private, Well
- Sewer
- Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Fuel Tank - Rented, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Softener Rented
Interior Features
- Laundry
- Laundry Room, Upper Level
- Fireplace
- 1 fireplace
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Poured Concrete
- Foundation Area
- 1,152 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 2,668 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Vinyl
- Fenced Area
- Yes
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Attached Garage, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener
Lot & Land
- Lot Features
- Irregular Lot
- Road Surface
- Unpaved Streets
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- HomeSmart Adventure Realty
Price History
- Price reduced to $459,000 — Sep 14, 2026
30860 Carefree Lane 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 30860 Carefree Lane
- Is $459,000 a good price for a home in Detroit Lakes?
- According to BuyPulse, 30860 Carefree Lane rates Excellent Value — at $172/sqft it's priced 26% below the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $232/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 88/100 (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 30860 Carefree Lane — and what do they mean?
- This property has $65/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 $2,563/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
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- Does 30860 Carefree Lane have a basement?
- Yes, 30860 Carefree Lane has a finished basement with 1,152 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 30860 Carefree Lane have?
- 30860 Carefree Lane has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 30860 Carefree Lane located?
- 30860 Carefree Lane is in Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, in Becker County.
- Is 30860 Carefree Lane still available?
- Yes — 30860 Carefree Lane is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 30860 Carefree Lane built?
- 30860 Carefree Lane was built in 2006. It features frame construction, an asphalt roof, and a poured concrete foundation.
- Does 30860 Carefree Lane have main-floor laundry?
- No — the laundry at 30860 Carefree Lane is on the upper level.
- How walkable is 30860 Carefree Lane?
- 30860 Carefree Lane has a Walk Score of 0/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 22/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 30860 Carefree Lane are for sale in Detroit Lakes?
- 42 similar homes (single-family homes between $344K and $574K in Detroit Lakes) are for sale right now — you have options.
- Do homes in Detroit Lakes sell for asking price?
- 43% of the last 28 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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