231 Hilltop Road, Ottertail, MN 56571
3 Beds | 1 Bath | 1,120 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7073553
M Markdowns — Price Reduced — was $549,900 (↓ $24,900)
Is 231 Hilltop Road a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Premium Pricing
At $469/sqft — This home is priced 95% above the typical Ottertail single-family home of $240/sqft.
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$3,255/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $2,655
- Property taxes
- $294
- Home insurance (est.)
- $306
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($105,000) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
Located in Thalmans Hilltop View, Ottertail, MN.
About This Home
Time to start making memories! This charming lake property provides a little something for everyone. You can enjoy the long summer days in the sun or hang out in the shade of the spacious three season porch. The sand beach provides a great place to set up for a day of fun water activities. Spend your evenings taking in the amazing sunsets overlooking the lake. The cold and windy nights can be spent by the warm cozy rock fireplace. Buchanan Lake is a great fishery so I know the fish cleaning house will come in handy! The cabin features a recently updated furnace, roof, and plumbing. This one is ready to go! Schedule a showing today. Agent is related to seller
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $394K and $656K in Ottertail:
- The field: 5 similar Ottertail homes for sale — a short list right now.
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Key Features
- Built
- 1985
- Garage
- 2-Car Detached
- Style
- One
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $3,526 (2025)
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,120
- Lot Size
- 0.479 acres
- Basement
- No
- Roof
- Asphalt
- County
- Otter Tail
- List Date
- 2026-05-15
- Days on Market
- 143 days
- Parcel ID
- 74000990276000
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $3,526
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Ductless Mini-Split, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
- Cooling
- Ductless Mini-Split
- Water
- Drilled, Private
- Sewer
- Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
Interior Features
- Fireplace
- 1 fireplace
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Slab
- Foundation Area
- 1,120 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 1,120 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Wood
- Other Structures
- Other
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Detached Garage
Lot & Land
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Waterfront
- Waterfront
- Yes
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Sweet Place Realty LLC
Price History
Reduced $50,000 (8.7%)
- Price reduced to $575,000 — Jun 15, 2026
- Price reduced to $549,900 — Jun 23, 2026
- Price reduced to $525,000 — Aug 17, 2026
231 Hilltop Road is listed in Ottertail, MN, part of Otter Tail County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 231 Hilltop Road
- Is $525,000 a good price for a home in Ottertail?
- According to BuyPulse, 231 Hilltop Road rates Premium Pricing — at $469/sqft it's priced 95% above the typical Ottertail single-family home of $240/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Ottertail homes for sale to compare.
- What type of heating and cooling does 231 Hilltop Road have?
- 231 Hilltop Road has Ductless Mini-Split, Forced Air, Fireplace(s) heating and Ductless Mini-Split cooling.
- Where is 231 Hilltop Road located?
- 231 Hilltop Road is in the Thalmans Hilltop View neighborhood of Ottertail, MN 56571, in Otter Tail County.
- Is 231 Hilltop Road still available?
- Yes — 231 Hilltop Road is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 231 Hilltop Road built?
- 231 Hilltop Road was built in 1985. It features an asphalt roof and a slab foundation.
- How many homes like 231 Hilltop Road are for sale in Ottertail?
- 5 similar homes (single-family homes between $394K and $656K in Ottertail) 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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