1970 single family home for sale at 17938 US 71 in Long Prairie, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath (photo 1 of 57)

17938 US 71, Long Prairie, MN 56347

3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,153 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7129226

Price Drop on M Markdowns — was $499,000 (↓ $49,000)

$450,000

$2,803/month Estimated

Principal & interest
$2,275
Property taxes
$265
Home insurance (est.)
$263
HOA dues
None

20% down ($90,000) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?

Estimates only; confirm before you offer.

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About This Home

Check out this unique opportunity featuring approximately 17.34 acres of versatile land with a home, 40x80 pole shed, gravel pit, and high-visibility frontage at the intersection of Hwy 71 and Hwy 27, conveniently located between Long Prairie and Sauk Centre. This well-kept 3-bedroom, 2-bath rambler offers several updates, including a new roof in 2025, vinyl siding and windows in 2010, furnace, custom hickory kitchen cabinets, and more. The spacious layout provides comfortable living space while the acreage offers room to enjoy the outdoors and explore a variety of possibilities. The 40x80 pole shed features 10' sidewalls, a 10'x12' overhead door, 15'x10' sliding door, 220V power, and a 100-amp electrical panel, providing plenty of space for storage, a workshop, equipment, or business operations. This property is well-equipped for a variety of uses. A gravel pit adds another unique feature and could offer potential for additional income, subject to applicable approvals, or provide an opportunity to create a private recreational area such as a dirt bike track or other outdoor use. With excellent visibility, convenient access to major highways, acreage, large outbuilding, and a variety of potential uses, this property offers a rare combination of residential, recreational, and business opportunities. Whether you're looking for a place to call home, space for your business, room for equipment and hobbies, or simply acreage with potential, this property is worth a look!

BuyPulse · Live market read

How 17938 US 71 Compares to the Long Prairie Market

At $209/sqft, this home is priced $39/sqft above the typical Long Prairie single-family home of $170/sqft.

The median list price in Long Prairie is $267,450.

Verdict: Premium Pricing

Your negotiating position

84 Strong buyer leverage

Seller's market · Balanced · Buyer leverage

Day 49 — Long Prairie homes overall typically go under contract by day ~14. This one is past that window.

5 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.

This seller already cut $49,000 — the asking price has already moved.

Homes like this one — single-family homes between $338K and $563K in Long Prairie:

  • The field: 5 similar Long Prairie homes for sale — a short list right now.
  • Price cuts: 4 of 5 similar homes have trimmed asking — median trim $15,000. This one already cut $49,000.
  • 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
1970
Garage
1-Car Attached
Style
One
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$3,184 (2026)

Property Details

Property Type
Single Family
Above Grade Sq Ft
1,232
Below Grade Sq Ft
921
Lot Size
17.34 acres
Basement
Yes
Roof
Age 8 Years or Less
Construction
Block, Concrete
County
Todd
List Date
2026-09-08
Days on Market
49 days
Parcel ID
210020900

Financial

Total Tax incl. Assessments
$3,184

Home Systems & Utilities

Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Water
Shared System, Well
Sewer
Septic System Compliant - Yes
Appliances
Dryer, Fuel Tank - Rented, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Interior Features

Laundry
In Basement

Construction & Exterior

Construction & Structure

Foundation Type
Block
Foundation Area
1,232 sqft
Total Building Area
2,153 sqft

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Vinyl
Pool
Yes
Other Structures
Pole Building
Accessibility Features
Grab Bars In Bathroom

Parking & Garage

Parking Features
Attached Garage, Asphalt, Other

Lot & Land

Lot Features
Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Road Surface
County Road
Zoning Description
Agriculture,Business/Commercial,Forestry,Residential-Single Family

Agent & Office

List Office
Central MN Realty LLC

Price History

  • Price reduced to $450,000 — Oct 5, 2026

17938 US 71 is listed in Long Prairie, MN, part of Todd County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

Showing — 17938 US 71

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MLS# 7129226 · Updated October 5, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions About 17938 US 71

Is $450,000 a good price for a home in Long Prairie?
According to BuyPulse, 17938 US 71 rates Premium Pricing — at $209/sqft it's priced 23% above the typical Long Prairie single-family home of $170/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 84/100 (Strong buyer leverage), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Long Prairie homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Long Prairie homes for sale to compare.
Does 17938 US 71 have a basement?
Yes, 17938 US 71 has a basement with 921 sq ft of below-grade space.
What type of heating and cooling does 17938 US 71 have?
17938 US 71 has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
Where is 17938 US 71 located?
17938 US 71 is in Long Prairie, MN 56347, in Todd County.
Is 17938 US 71 still available?
Yes — 17938 US 71 is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
When was 17938 US 71 built?
17938 US 71 was built in 1970. It features block, concrete construction and a block foundation.
Does 17938 US 71 have main-floor laundry?
No — the laundry at 17938 US 71 is in the lower level.
How many homes like 17938 US 71 are for sale in Long Prairie?
5 similar homes (single-family homes between $338K and $563K in Long Prairie) are for sale right now — a short list right now.
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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