42269 State Hwy 78, Perham, MN 56573
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,600 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7134133
$1,507/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,339
- Property taxes
- $13
- Home insurance (est.)
- $155
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($52,980) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
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About This Home
Enjoy country living on 1.33 acres just 1/4 mile south of Perham, in a setting surrounded by mature trees and beautiful landscaping. This one-owner home offers an open floor plan with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms across 1,600 sq. ft. The kitchen includes an island, and there is plenty of outdoor space to relax, with three decks including one with a pergola. A large fenced backyard adds privacy, and the detached extra large one-stall garage provides convenient storage. For water and waste, the home has a private deep well and septic system. Additional value comes from great commercial frontage with 150 feet on Highway 78. Utilities average under $200 per month, and the location keeps you close to town for everyday convenience.
BuyPulse · Live market read
Is 42269 State Hwy 78 a Good Deal?
At $166/sqft, this home is priced $7/sqft below the typical Perham single-family home of $173/sqft.
The median list price in Perham is $369,700.
Verdict: Strong Value
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $199K and $331K in Perham:
- The field: 12 similar Perham homes for sale — you have options.
- Price cuts: 10 of 12 similar homes have trimmed asking — median trim $10,000. 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
- 2001
- Garage
- 1-Car Detached
- Style
- One
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $156 (2026)
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,600
- Lot Size
- 1.34 acres
- Basement
- No
- County
- Otter Tail
- List Date
- 2026-08-26
- Days on Market
- 52 days
- Parcel ID
- 51000220162002
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $156
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic System Compliant - Yes
- Appliances
- Electric Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Permanent
- Foundation Area
- 1,600 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 1,600 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Vinyl
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Detached Garage
Lot & Land
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- AXEN Realty
Price History
Listed at $264,900 on Aug 26, 2026 — No price changes
42269 State Hwy 78 is listed in Perham, MN, part of Otter Tail County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 42269 State Hwy 78
- Is $264,900 a good price for a home in Perham?
- According to BuyPulse, 42269 State Hwy 78 rates Strong Value — at $166/sqft it's priced right at the typical Perham single-family home of $173/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Perham homes for sale to compare.
- What type of heating and cooling does 42269 State Hwy 78 have?
- 42269 State Hwy 78 has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 42269 State Hwy 78 located?
- 42269 State Hwy 78 is in Perham, MN 56573, in Otter Tail County.
- Is 42269 State Hwy 78 still available?
- Yes — 42269 State Hwy 78 is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 42269 State Hwy 78 built?
- 42269 State Hwy 78 was built in 2001. It features a permanent foundation.
- How walkable is 42269 State Hwy 78?
- 42269 State Hwy 78 has a Walk Score of 4/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 28/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 42269 State Hwy 78 are for sale in Perham?
- 12 similar homes (single-family homes between $199K and $331K in Perham) are for sale right now — you have options.
- 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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