5297 Barnum Road NW, Hackensack, MN 56452
2 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,240 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7162636Lakefront on Barnum Lake · 151 acres · 30 ft deep
$2,359/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,972
- Property taxes
- $132
- Home insurance (est.)
- $228
- Special assessments
- $6
- HOA dues
- $21/mo
20% down ($78,000) · 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.
Located in Nordheim, Hackensack, MN.
About This Home
Welcome to your own private peninsula retreat on Barnum Lake! With over 1,400 feet of shoreline and 3.9 wooded acres, this one-of-a-kind property offers exceptional privacy and a true connection with nature. Barnum Lake is known for its quiet beauty and miles of undeveloped National Forest shoreline, providing a serene setting for peaceful days on the water. The home itself is just as unique as the lot, featuring a geodesic dome design with soaring spaces and walls of windows that bring the outdoors in and capture stunning views in every direction. Whether you’re relaxing inside, enjoying the water, or exploring the land, you’ll feel immersed in nature at every turn. Nearby public lands provide endless opportunities for hiking, cross-country skiing, and hunting, while the charming small towns of Longville and Hackensack are just minutes away for dining, shopping, and community events. If you’ve been searching for a private, nature-filled escape that combines tranquility, recreation, and character, this Barnum Lake property is it!
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How 5297 Barnum Road NW Compares to the Hackensack Market
At $315/sqft, this home is priced $73/sqft below the typical Hackensack single-family home of $388/sqft.
The median list price in Hackensack is $490,000.
Verdict: Excellent Value
Your negotiating position
40 Seller-leaning market
Seller's market · Balanced · Buyer leverage
Day 7 — Hackensack homes overall typically go under contract by day ~20, so this one is early in its window.
6 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $293K and $488K in Hackensack:
- The field: 6 similar Hackensack homes for sale — a short list right now.
- Price cuts: 1 of 6 similar homes have trimmed asking. This one hasn't budged.
- Too few have sold recently to chart how fast they go or how they close — BuyPulse won't estimate those off a thin sample.
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Key Features
- Built
- 1979
- Style
- One and One Half
- HOA
- $250/Annually
- HOA Includes
- Other
- Annual Taxes
- $1,578 (2025)
- Specials/yr
- $66
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,240
- Lot Size
- 3.94 acres
- Basement
- No
- Roof
- Asphalt
- Construction
- Other
- County
- Cass
- List Date
- 2026-10-20
- Days on Market
- 7 days
- Parcel ID
- 304780154
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $1,644
- Specials Pending
- No
- HOA Name
- Nordheim Association
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Baseboard, Wood Stove
- Cooling
- None
- Water
- Private, Sand Point, Well
- Sewer
- Private Sewer
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Pillar/Post/Pier
- Foundation Area
- 908 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 1,240 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Wood
- View
- Lake
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Gravel
Lot & Land
- Lot Features
- Island/Peninsula
- Road Surface
- Private Road
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Waterfront
- Waterfront
- Yes
- Lake
- Barnum
- Lake Acres
- 151.34 acres
- Lake Depth
- 30 ft
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Bill Hansen Realty/Longville
Price History
Listed at $390,000 on Oct 20, 2026 — No price changes
5297 Barnum Road NW is listed in Hackensack, MN, part of Cass County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 5297 Barnum Road NW
- Is $390,000 a good price for a home in Hackensack?
- According to BuyPulse, 5297 Barnum Road NW rates Excellent Value — at $315/sqft it's priced 19% below the typical Hackensack single-family home of $388/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 40/100 (Seller-leaning market), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Hackensack homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Hackensack homes for sale to compare.
- What are the special assessments at 5297 Barnum Road NW — and what do they mean?
- This property has $66/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 $1,578/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
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- Does 5297 Barnum Road NW have an HOA?
- Yes, 5297 Barnum Road NW has a homeowners association with dues of $250 annually. HOA includes: Other.
- What type of heating and cooling does 5297 Barnum Road NW have?
- 5297 Barnum Road NW has Baseboard, Wood Stove heating and None cooling.
- Where is 5297 Barnum Road NW located?
- 5297 Barnum Road NW is in the Nordheim neighborhood of Hackensack, MN 56452, in Cass County.
- Is 5297 Barnum Road NW still available?
- Yes — 5297 Barnum Road NW is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 5297 Barnum Road NW built?
- 5297 Barnum Road NW was built in 1979. It features other construction, an asphalt roof, and a pillar/post/pier foundation.
- How many homes like 5297 Barnum Road NW are for sale in Hackensack?
- 6 similar homes (single-family homes between $293K and $488K in Hackensack) are for sale right now — a short list right now.
- 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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