1992 single family home for sale at 51872 Co Hwy 53 in Perham, MN — 4 bed, 2 bath (photo 1 of 46)

51872 Co Hwy 53, Perham, MN 56573

4 Beds | 2 Baths | 1,456 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7106746

Price Reduced — was $429,900 (↓ $5,400) · M Markdowns

$424,500

Is 51872 Co Hwy 53 a Good Deal?

BuyPulse Verdict

Premium Pricing

At $292/sqft — This home is priced 58% above the typical Perham single-family home of $185/sqft.

Your Negotiating Position

88 — Strong buyer leverage

Day 50 — Perham homes overall typically go under contract by day ~28. This one is past that window.

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

This seller already cut $5,400 — motivation showing.

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$2,709/month Estimated

Principal & interest
$2,147
Property taxes
$300
Home insurance (est.)
$248
Special assessments
$14
HOA dues
None

20% down ($84,900) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?

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

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About This Home

RURAL LIVING ON 7 ACRES! Enjoy the perfect blend of Privacy, Space, and Convenience with this 4 Bed, 2 Bath Home set on a beautifully wooded 7-Acre Property just 15 minutes from Perham. With Paved Roads all the way, getting to town is as easy as it gets — while still enjoying true Rural Living. Designed for comfortable One-Level Living, the Main Floor includes a spacious Primary Bedroom with a Full Ensuite Bath and Double Sink, plus Two Additional Bedrooms and a Second Full Bath. The Lower Level offers even more potential with a Full Basement and a Recently Finished 4th Bedroom. An attached 26x28 Garage provides great storage and everyday convenience. A Private, Wooded setting paired with Quick access to Perham makes this the ideal blend of Comfort and Convenience.

BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read

Homes like this one — single-family homes between $318K and $531K in Perham:

  • The field: 12 similar Perham homes for sale — you have options.

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Key Features

Property Type
Single Family
Year Built
1992
Above Grade
1,456 sq ft
Lot Size
7.00 acres
Lot Features
Tree Coverage - Medium
Garage
2-car (Attached Garage, Gravel)
Heating
Forced Air, Radiant
Cooling
Central Air
Basement
Yes
Appliances
Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Sewer
Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
Water
4-Inch Submersible, Drilled, Private, Well
Annual Taxes
$3,598
Special Assessments
$170
County
Otter Tail
Days on Market
50

51872 Co Hwy 53 is listed in Perham, MN, part of Otter Tail County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.

Showing — 51872 Co Hwy 53

Shannon Barnum

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MLS# 7106746 · Data refreshed August 16, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions About 51872 Co Hwy 53

Is $424,500 a good price for a home in Perham?
According to BuyPulse, 51872 Co Hwy 53 rates Premium Pricing — at $292/sqft it's priced 58% above the typical Perham single-family home of $185/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 88/100 (Strong buyer leverage), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Perham homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Perham homes for sale to compare.
What are the special assessments at 51872 Co Hwy 53 — and what do they mean?
This property has $170/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 $3,598/yr. Always factor both into your total monthly housing cost before making an offer.
Does 51872 Co Hwy 53 have a basement?
Yes, 51872 Co Hwy 53 has a basement.
What type of heating and cooling does 51872 Co Hwy 53 have?
51872 Co Hwy 53 has Forced Air, Radiant heating and Central Air cooling.
Where is 51872 Co Hwy 53 located?
51872 Co Hwy 53 is in Perham, MN 56573, in Otter Tail County.
Is 51872 Co Hwy 53 still available?
Yes — 51872 Co Hwy 53 is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
When was 51872 Co Hwy 53 built?
51872 Co Hwy 53 was built in 1992. It features block, concrete, frame construction, an asphalt roof, and a block foundation.
Does 51872 Co Hwy 53 have main-floor laundry?
Yes — the laundry at 51872 Co Hwy 53 is on the main level.
How many homes like 51872 Co Hwy 53 are for sale in Perham?
12 similar homes (single-family homes between $318K and $531K in Perham) are for sale right now — you have options.
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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