61689 Leaf River Road, Wadena, MN 56482
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 2,094 Sq Ft | Single Family Home | MLS# 7116573
M Markdowns — Price Reduced — was $270,000 (↓ $5,000)
Is 61689 Leaf River Road a Good Deal?
BuyPulse Verdict
Strong Value
At $127/sqft — This home is priced right at the typical Wadena single-family home of $130/sqft.
Your Negotiating Position
80 — Strong buyer leverage
Day 74 — Wadena homes overall typically go under contract by day ~30. This one is past that window.
11 similar homes for sale — alternatives if they won't move.
This seller already cut $5,000 — motivation showing.
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$1,643/month Estimated
- Principal & interest
- $1,340
- Property taxes
- $148
- Home insurance (est.)
- $155
- HOA dues
- None
20% down ($53,000) · 30-yr fixed, 6.5% · Can I afford this home?
Estimates only; confirm before you offer.
About This Home
Spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath split-level home offering over 2000 finished square feet on 2.5 acres along Leaf River Road. The property features mature apple and oak trees, abundant wildlife, and plenty of outdoor space. Enjoy a heated and cooled tuck-under 2-car garage, plus a detached 2-car garage for additional storage, hobbies, or vehicles. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy privacy, nature, and comfortable living just outside of town.
BuyPulse™ — Live Market Read
Homes like this one — single-family homes between $199K and $331K in Wadena:
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Key Features
- Built
- 1988
- Garage
- 4-Car Detached
- Style
- Split Entry (Bi-Level)
- HOA
- None
- Annual Taxes
- $1,770 (2026)
Property Details
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Above Grade Sq Ft
- 1,344
- Below Grade Sq Ft
- 750
- Lot Size
- 2.5 acres
- Basement
- Yes
- Roof
- Asphalt
- County
- Otter Tail
- List Date
- 2026-07-30
- Days on Market
- 74 days
- Parcel ID
- 05000270156010
Financial
- Total Tax incl. Assessments
- $1,770
Home Systems & Utilities
- Heating
- Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service
- Water
- Drilled
- Sewer
- Mound Septic
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Fuel Tank - Rented, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features
- Laundry
- Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Construction & Exterior
Construction & Structure
- Foundation Type
- Block
- Foundation Area
- 1,344 sqft
- Total Building Area
- 2,688 sqft
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features
- Steel Siding
- Accessibility Features
- None
Parking & Garage
- Parking Features
- Detached Garage, Asphalt, Heated Garage, Tuckunder Garage
Lot & Land
- Zoning Description
- Residential-Single Family
Agent & Office
- List Office
- Counselor Realty Brainerd Lakes
Price History
Reduced $15,000 (5.4%)
- Price reduced to $280,000 — Aug 24, 2026
- Price reduced to $278,000 — Sep 2, 2026
- Price reduced to $270,000 — Sep 10, 2026
- Price reduced to $265,000 — Sep 29, 2026
61689 Leaf River Road is listed in Wadena, MN, part of Otter Tail County. Browse all Minnesota homes for sale on Modern Market REALTORS®.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 61689 Leaf River Road
- Is $265,000 a good price for a home in Wadena?
- According to BuyPulse, 61689 Leaf River Road rates Strong Value — at $127/sqft it's priced right at the typical Wadena single-family home of $130/sqft. Its negotiating-position score is 80/100 (Strong buyer leverage), weighed on days on market, comparable inventory, and how Wadena homes are closing versus list. Powered by the Realgorithm™. Browse Wadena homes for sale to compare.
- Does 61689 Leaf River Road have a basement?
- Yes, 61689 Leaf River Road has a finished basement with 750 sq ft of below-grade space.
- What type of heating and cooling does 61689 Leaf River Road have?
- 61689 Leaf River Road has Forced Air heating and Central Air cooling.
- Where is 61689 Leaf River Road located?
- 61689 Leaf River Road is in Wadena, MN 56482, in Otter Tail County.
- Is 61689 Leaf River Road still available?
- Yes — 61689 Leaf River Road is currently listed as Active on the MLS and accepting showings. Contact us to schedule a tour or make an offer.
- When was 61689 Leaf River Road built?
- 61689 Leaf River Road was built in 1988. It features an asphalt roof and a block foundation.
- Does 61689 Leaf River Road have main-floor laundry?
- Yes — the laundry at 61689 Leaf River Road is on the main level.
- How walkable is 61689 Leaf River Road?
- 61689 Leaf River Road has a Walk Score of 0/100 (Car-Dependent) and a Bike Score of 7/100 (Minimal Bike Infrastructure). Scores provided by Walk Score® →
- How many homes like 61689 Leaf River Road are for sale in Wadena?
- 11 similar homes (single-family homes between $199K and $331K in Wadena) 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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