656 Lake Forest Circle, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
4 Beds | 3 Baths | 2,810 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 6716759
Price Drop on M Markdowns — was $610,000 (↓ $40,000)
Is 656 Lake Forest Circle a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Grade
Below Market
At $203/sqft — This home is priced 14% below the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $235/sqft.
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$3,594/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $2,882
- Property taxes
- $207
- Home insurance (est.)
- $333
- Special assessments
- $172
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($114,000) · 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.
New Construction
About This Home
Fresh, Stylish, and Ready for you is this Brand-New Build- By Elevate Homes & Remodel. Say Hello- to this beautifully designed 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with a private office, situated on nearly half an acre with an insulated 3 stall garage (with a gas line ready for heater hookup). Thoughtfully crafted with premium materials, this home features an open floor plan, durable LVP flooring on both levels, and a show-stopping kitchen designed by "Design 2 Sell", complete with quartz countertops and a stunning walk in pantry. The luxurious primary suite offers a walk-in closet, dual sinks with quartz counter tops, and a custom tiled walk-in shower (You will say AHHHHH!). Experience ultimate comfort with natural gas heat and central air, keeping you cozy all year long. The stunning exterior features eye-catching engineered wood siding accented with cultured stone and warm wood details, all complemented by a seeded yard with a dedicated water meter and valve—ready for your future irrigation system. Need something to do? No problem, the incredible state-of-the-art city playground is just out your front door and the Detroit Lakes Public access to launch your boat is simply around the corner! **With an acceptable offer seller may consider, adding a deck, adding appliances, or finishing the garage floor with an epoxy flooring finish.**
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BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $428K and $713K in Detroit Lakes:
- The field: 37 similar Detroit Lakes homes for sale — you have options.
- Tempo: homes like this went pending in a median 18 days — 1 of the last 9 inside 4 days.
- Negotiation: 35% of the last 17 sales here closed at or over list — there's room to negotiate.
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Key Features
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Year Built
- 2024
- Above Grade
- 1,454 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 1,356 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.46 acres
- Garage
- 3-car (Attached Garage, Concrete, Floor Drain, Garage Door Opener, Insulated Garage)
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Basement
- Yes
- Appliances
- Air-To-Air Exchanger, Gas Water Heater
- Sewer
- City Sewer/Connected
- Water
- City Water/Connected
- Annual Taxes
- $2,478.87
- Special Assessments
- $2,067
- County
- Becker
- Days on Market
- 473
656 Lake Forest Circle is listed in Detroit Lakes, MN, part of Becker County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
Showing — 656 Lake Forest Circle
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Frequently Asked Questions About 656 Lake Forest Circle
- Is $570,000 a good price for a home in Detroit Lakes?
- At $203/sqft, this home is priced below the typical Detroit Lakes single-family home of $235/sqft (14% lower), according to our BuyPulse comparison of comparable active listings. Browse Detroit Lakes homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 656 Lake Forest Circle — and what do they mean?
- This property has $2,067/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 $2,478.87/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
- Does 656 Lake Forest Circle have a basement?
- Yes, 656 Lake Forest Circle has a basement with 1,356 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 656 Lake Forest Circle have?
- 656 Lake Forest Circle has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 656 Lake Forest Circle located?
- 656 Lake Forest Circle is in Detroit Lakes, MN 56501, in Becker County.
- Is 656 Lake Forest Circle still available?
- Yes — 656 Lake Forest Circle is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 656 Lake Forest Circle built?
- 656 Lake Forest Circle was built in 2024 by Elevate Homes & Remodel. It features an asphalt roof and a 8 ft+ pour foundation. See more homes by Elevate Homes & Remodel →
- Does 656 Lake Forest Circle have main-floor laundry?
- No — the laundry at 656 Lake Forest Circle is in the lower level.
- How walkable is 656 Lake Forest Circle?
- 656 Lake Forest Circle has a Walk Score of 0/100 (Car-Dependent). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 656 Lake Forest Circle are for sale in Detroit Lakes?
- 37 similar homes (single-family homes between $428K and $713K in Detroit Lakes) are for sale right now — you have options.
- How fast do homes like 656 Lake Forest Circle sell in Detroit Lakes?
- Homes like this one (single-family homes between $428K and $713K in Detroit Lakes) went pending in a median 18 days over the last 90 days — 1 of the last 9 went under contract within 4 days.
- Do homes in Detroit Lakes sell for asking price?
- 35% of the last 17 comparable Detroit Lakes sales closed at or over list price — there's room to negotiate. 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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