1976 single family home for sale at 45565 Whispering Sands Ln in Perham, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath (photo 1 of 46)

45565 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 3 Beds | 2 Baths | 768 Sq Ft

$650,000

$4,215/month Estimated

Principal & interest
$3,544
Property taxes
$277
Home insurance (est.)
$379
Special assessments
$15
HOA dues
None

20% down ($130,000) · 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

WALK-OUT LOT ON BIG PINE LAKE! This Lakefront Retreat offers a Perfectly Level 0.47-Acre Lot, 100 ft. of Sandy Frontage, and unforgettable Sunsets just 10 minutes from Perham. Tucked away at the end of a dead-end road, the Lot is surrounded by Mature Trees and bordered by Matz Creek along the northwest, creating a rare mixture of seclusion, natural beauty, and easy lakefront living. The property features two Fully Finished Homes with a combined 1,440 SqFt of living space, offering Excellent Flexibility for guests, entertaining, or future Rental Potential. The Primary Home captures the classic Lake Cabin Feel with 768 SqFt, 2 Beds, 1 Bath, and a Lakeside Deck perfectly positioned to take in breathtaking Northwest-Facing Sunsets over the water. Just steps away, the 672 SqFt Guest Cabin adds Modern Simplicity with a spacious Living Room, Full Bath, Wet Bar, and Large Bunk Room, an ideal setup for hosting family & friends after long days on the lake. With two finished living areas, a Level Walk-Out Shoreline, Sunset Views, and Flexible Guest Accommodations, this property offers exciting potential as an addition to a Vacation Rental Portfolio. Whether you’re looking for a Year-Round Home, Seasonal Lake Retreat, or Investment Opportunity, this Lakefront Setting is sure to impress!

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How 45565 Whispering Sands Ln Compares to the Perham Market

At $846/sqft, this home is priced $667/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 $488K and $813K in Perham:

  • The field: 10 similar Perham homes for sale — you have options.
  • Price cuts: 5 of 10 similar homes have trimmed asking — median trim $16,000. 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
1976
Style
One
HOA
None
Annual Taxes
$3,320.24 (2026)
Specials/yr
$174

Neighborhood & Schools

Neighborhood
Whispering Sands

Property Details

Property Type
Single Family
Above Grade Sq Ft
768
Lot Size
0.47 acres
Basement
No
Roof
Asphalt
Construction
Block, Frame
County
Otter Tail
List Date
2026-07-23
Days on Market
112 days
Parcel ID
52000990474000

Financial

Total Tax incl. Assessments
$3,494
Specials Pending
No

Home Systems & Utilities

Heating
Ductless Mini-Split
Cooling
Ductless Mini-Split
Water
Drilled, Private, Well
Sewer
Mound Septic, Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes
Appliances
Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned

Interior Features

Laundry
Laundry Closet, Main Level

Construction & Exterior

Construction & Structure

Foundation Type
Block
Foundation Area
768 sqft
Total Building Area
768 sqft

Exterior Features

Exterior Features
Stone, Vinyl
Other Structures
Guest House, Second Residence, Storage Shed
View
Panoramic, South, West
Accessibility Features
No Stairs Internal

Parking & Garage

Parking Features
Gravel, Concrete

Lot & Land

Lot Features
Accessible Shoreline, Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Light
Topography
Level,Walkout,Wooded
Road Surface
County Road, No Outlet/Dead End, 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 $650,000 on Jul 23, 2026 — No price changes

45565 Whispering Sands Ln is listed in Perham, MN, part of Otter Tail County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

Showing — 45565 Whispering Sands Ln

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MLS# 7111730 · Updated August 27, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions About 45565 Whispering Sands Ln

Is $650,000 a good price for a home in Perham?
According to BuyPulse, 45565 Whispering Sands Ln rates Premium Pricing — at $846/sqft it's priced 373% 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 45565 Whispering Sands Ln — and what do they mean?
This property has $174/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 $3,320.24/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 45565 Whispering Sands Ln have?
45565 Whispering Sands Ln has Ductless Mini-Split heating and Ductless Mini-Split cooling.
Where is 45565 Whispering Sands Ln located?
45565 Whispering Sands Ln is in the Whispering Sands neighborhood of Perham, MN 56573, in Otter Tail County.
Is 45565 Whispering Sands Ln still available?
Yes — 45565 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 45565 Whispering Sands Ln built?
45565 Whispering Sands Ln was built in 1976. It features block, frame construction, an asphalt roof, and a block foundation.
Does 45565 Whispering Sands Ln have main-floor laundry?
Yes — the laundry at 45565 Whispering Sands Ln is on the main level.
How many homes like 45565 Whispering Sands Ln are for sale in Perham?
10 similar homes (single-family homes between $488K and $813K 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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