2003 single family home for sale at 45531 Whispering Sands Ln in Perham, MN — 2 bed, 1 bath (photo 1 of 32)

45531 Whispering Sands Ln, Perham, MN 56573

Single Family Home for Sale in Perham, MN Lakefront on Big Pine Lake · 4,728 acres · 76 ft deep 2 Beds | 1 Bath | 1,116 Sq Ft

$539,000

$3,493/month Estimated

Principal & interest
$2,939
Property taxes
$233
Home insurance (est.)
$314
Special assessments
$7
HOA dues
None

20% down ($107,800) · 30-yr fixed, 7.24%

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Includes special assessments — the FM-metro cost most portals leave out. Estimates only; confirm before you offer.

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Located in Whispering Sands, Perham, MN.

About This Home

YEAR-ROUND HOME ON BIG PINE LAKE! This Lakefront Retreat offers a Perfectly Level Half-Acre Lot, 100 ft. of Sandy Frontage, and unforgettable West-Facing Sunsets just 10 minutes from Perham. Inside, the home is perfectly suited for comfortable Year-Round Living, featuring 2 Beds, 1 Bath, and an inviting Open-Concept, One-Level Floorplan. The living room is anchored by an efficient Natural Gas Fireplace with an attractive Stone/Brick Backsplash, while a recently installed Heat Pump & Mini-Split System provides additional Year-Round Comfort. Step outside to the spacious Lakeside Patio and Oversized Yard, offering plenty of room for entertaining, relaxing, and taking in Panoramic Views across the water. The Wooded Perimeter adds Privacy and Shade, while the generous Lot Size offers flexibility for a Future Addition or potential New Construction, giving you Ample Room to Grow! The Perfectly Level Lot leads directly to 100 ft. of Hard-Sand Bottom Shoreline, providing Convenient Access to the water for swimming, boating, and everything Big Pine Lake has to offer. Whether you’re searching for comfortable Year-Round Lake Living, a Seasonal Retreat, or an Investment Opportunity, this Lakefront Setting is sure to impress!

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How 45531 Whispering Sands Ln Compares to the Perham Market

At $483/sqft, this home is priced $304/sqft above the typical Perham single-family home of $179/sqft.

The median list price in Perham is $369,500.

Verdict: Premium Pricing

Homes like this one — single-family homes between $404K and $674K in Perham:

  • The field: 10 similar Perham homes for sale — you have options.
  • Price cuts: 6 of 10 similar homes have trimmed asking — median trim $15,500. 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
2003
Style
One
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$2,801 (2026)
Specials/yr
$85

Neighborhood & Schools

Neighborhood
Whispering Sands

Property Details

Property Type
Single Family
Above Grade Sq Ft
1,116
Lot Size
0.51 acres
Basement
No
Roof
Asphalt
Construction
Frame
County
Otter Tail
List Date
2026-09-15
Days on Market
58 days
Parcel ID
52000990478000

Financial

Total Tax incl. Assessments
$2,886
Specials Pending
No

Home Systems & Utilities

Heating
Baseboard, Ductless Mini-Split, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
Cooling
Ductless Mini-Split, Heat Pump
Electric
200+ Amp Service
Water
Private, Sand Point, Well
Sewer
Mound Septic, Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes
Appliances
Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned

Interior Features

Laundry
Main Level
Fireplace
1 fireplace

Construction & Exterior

Construction & Structure

Foundation Type
Slab
Foundation Area
1,116 sqft
Total Building Area
1,116 sqft

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Steel Siding
Other Structures
Storage Shed
View
Lake, South, West
Accessibility Features
No Stairs External, No Stairs Internal

Parking & Garage

Parking Features
Concrete

Lot & Land

Lot Features
Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Light
Topography
Level,Walkout
Road Surface
Township
Zoning Description
Shoreline,Residential-Single Family

Waterfront

Waterfront
Yes
Lake
Big Pine
Lake Acres
4728.24 acres
Lake Depth
76 ft

Agent & Office

List Office
Jack Chivers Realty

Price History

Listed at $539,000 on Sep 15, 2026 — No price changes

45531 Whispering Sands Ln is listed in Perham, MN, part of Otter Tail County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

Showing — 45531 Whispering Sands Ln

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MLS# 7145058 · Updated September 29, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions About 45531 Whispering Sands Ln

Is $539,000 a good price for a home in Perham?
According to BuyPulse, 45531 Whispering Sands Ln rates Premium Pricing — at $483/sqft it's priced 170% above the typical Perham single-family home of $179/sqft. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Perham homes for sale to compare.
What are the special assessments at 45531 Whispering Sands Ln — and what do they mean?
This property has $85/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 $2,801/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.

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What type of heating and cooling does 45531 Whispering Sands Ln have?
45531 Whispering Sands Ln has Baseboard, Ductless Mini-Split, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump heating and Ductless Mini-Split, Heat Pump cooling.
Where is 45531 Whispering Sands Ln located?
45531 Whispering Sands Ln is in the Whispering Sands neighborhood of Perham, MN 56573, in Otter Tail County.
Is 45531 Whispering Sands Ln still available?
Yes — 45531 Whispering Sands Ln is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
When was 45531 Whispering Sands Ln built?
45531 Whispering Sands Ln was built in 2003. It features frame construction, an asphalt roof, and a slab foundation.
Does 45531 Whispering Sands Ln have main-floor laundry?
Yes — the laundry at 45531 Whispering Sands Ln is on the main level.
How many homes like 45531 Whispering Sands Ln are for sale in Perham?
10 similar homes (single-family homes between $404K and $674K 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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