Waterfront & Lake Homes for Sale

Page 2 of 5. Browse waterfront and lake homes for sale in Minnesota. Walker, Detroit Lakes, Leech Lake, and more. Modern Market REALTORS® — Call 701-205-5517.

Minnesota's Lake Country offers some of the most beautiful waterfront living in the Midwest. From Leech Lake and Gull Lake to Detroit Lakes and the Brainerd Lakes area, our team specializes in helping buyers find their perfect lakefront retreat — whether it's a year-round residence or a seasonal cabin.

Why Buy a Waterfront Home in Minnesota?

Owning a waterfront home in Minnesota is more than a real estate investment — it's a lifestyle investment. Lake living offers year-round recreational opportunities including fishing, boating, swimming, kayaking, cross-country skiing, ice fishing, and snowmobiling right from your backyard.

Minnesota lake homes have historically appreciated well, particularly properties with direct water frontage on desirable lakes. Leech Lake, Detroit Lakes, Pelican Lake, and Ottertail Lake properties have seen steady demand from both local buyers and those relocating from the Twin Cities and other metro areas.

When evaluating waterfront property, key factors include the type of shoreline (sandy beach vs. wooded), lake classification (recreational development, natural environment, or general development), dock and lift rights, water depth at the shoreline, and sun exposure. South- and west-facing properties are most desirable for afternoon sun on the waterfront.

Seasonal vs. year-round use is another important consideration. Many lake homes were originally built as seasonal cabins and may need upgrades to insulation, heating, and plumbing for comfortable year-round living. Our team can help you evaluate what improvements may be needed and estimate those costs.

Best Neighborhoods

The Walker and Leech Lake area offers the widest selection of waterfront properties at various price points. Detroit Lakes provides a more resort-town atmosphere with vibrant downtown shopping and dining. The Brainerd Lakes area (Gull Lake, Nisswa, Crosslake) is popular with Twin Cities buyers for its relatively shorter drive. Each lake area has its own character — let Jim guide you to the one that fits your lifestyle.

Browse Waterfront Homes for Sale — Page 2

  1. 2004 single family home for sale at 13973 Hummingbird Drive in Park Rapids, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 13973 Hummingbird Drive, Park Rapids, MN — $865,000 · Est. $4,374/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 3 bed · 3 bath · 2,936 sqft · 0.79 ac lot · ~105 min from Fargo · Active · M Premiere · Listed by eXp Realty
  2. 2003 single family home for sale at 9800 Trails End Road in Pequot Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 4 bath 9800 Trails End Road, Pequot Lakes, MN — $2,695,000 · Est. $13,627/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · Acreage · 4 bed · 4 bath · 2,653 sqft · 6.5 ac lot · ~165 min from Fargo · Active · M Premiere · Listed by Kurilla Real Estate LTD
  3. 1989 single family home for sale at 2967 Diamond Crest Road NE in Longville, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 2967 Diamond Crest Road NE, Longville, MN — $999,500 · Est. $5,054/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · Acreage · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,534 sqft · 8.38 ac lot · ~160 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Heartland Real Estate
  4. 2002 single family home for sale at 30231 Pequot Boulevard in Pequot Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 30231 Pequot Boulevard, Pequot Lakes, MN — $419,900 · Est. $2,123/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,123 sqft · 0.23 ac lot · ~155 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Savvy Avenue, LLC
  5. 1992 single family home for sale at 32756 Northwoods Lane in Breezy Point, MN — 4 bed, 4 bath 32756 Northwoods Lane, Breezy Point, MN — $2,900,000 · Est. $14,664/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · Acreage · 4 bed · 4 bath · 3,915 sqft · 54.65 ac lot · ~160 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Northland Sotheby's International Realty
  6. 1993 single family home for sale at 21081 Ginger Road in Park Rapids, MN — 1 bed, 1 bath 21081 Ginger Road, Park Rapids, MN — $449,900 · Est. $2,275/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 1 bed · 1 bath · 660 sqft · 10.4 ac lot · ~115 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by eXp Realty
  7. 1995 single family home for sale at 181 Broadwater Lane NE in Longville, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 181 Broadwater Lane NE, Longville, MN — $998,500 · Est. $5,049/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · 3 bed · 2 bath · 2,363 sqft · 0.97 ac lot · ~155 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Heartland Real Estate
  8. 2002 single family home for sale at 4716 Big Rice Lake Road NE in Remer, MN — 2 bed, 1 bath 4716 Big Rice Lake Road NE, Remer, MN — $159,000 · Est. $804/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 2 bed · 1 bath · 480 sqft · 0.254 ac lot · ~175 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Keller Williams Realty Professionals
  9. 1996 single family home for sale at 7896 S Little Thunder Drive NE in Remer, MN — 2 bed, 1 bath 7896 S Little Thunder Drive NE, Remer, MN — $379,900 · Est. $1,921/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · 2 bed · 1 bath · 972 sqft · 1.11 ac lot · ~180 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Weichert REALTORS Tower Properties
  10. 2001 single family home for sale at 31531 N Oak Street in Pequot Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 31531 N Oak Street, Pequot Lakes, MN — $599,900 · Est. $3,033/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,288 sqft · 1.88 ac lot · ~155 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Keller Williams Realty Professionals
  11. 2000 single family home for sale at 32485 Timberlane Point in Breezy Point, MN — 6 bed, 7 bath 32485 Timberlane Point, Breezy Point, MN — $3,900,000 · Est. $19,721/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · Acreage · 6 bed · 7 bath · 11,200 sqft · 5.4 ac lot · ~160 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by LPT Realty, LLC.
  12. 1952 single family home for sale at 34838 Deer Path Drive in Deer River, MN — 5 bed, 3 bath 34838 Deer Path Drive, Deer River, MN — $725,000 · Est. $3,666/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 5 bed · 3 bath · 1,008 sqft · 1.09 ac lot · ~200 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by EDGE OF THE WILDERNESS REALTY
  13. 1999 single family home for sale at 7105 Little Wolf Road NW in Cass Lake, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 7105 Little Wolf Road NW, Cass Lake, MN — $499,800 · Est. $2,527/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 3 bed · 2 bath · 2,516 sqft · 1.01 ac lot · ~140 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Grimes Realty
  14. 2004 single family home for sale at 10446 Vermillion Point Drive NE in Deer River, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 10446 Vermillion Point Drive NE, Deer River, MN — $425,000 · Est. $2,149/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · 3 bed · 2 bath · 2,252 sqft · 1.4 ac lot · ~180 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Coldwell Banker Crown Realtors
  15. 2023 single family home for sale at 10531 E Cree Bay Circle in Pequot Lakes, MN — 2 bed, 2 bath 10531 E Cree Bay Circle, Pequot Lakes, MN — $635,000 · Est. $3,211/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · 2 bed · 2 bath · 1,428 sqft · 0.15 ac lot · ~165 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Dane Arthur Real Estate Agency-Crosslake
  16. 1985 single family home for sale at 18942 Heart Lake Lane in Park Rapids, MN — 2 bed, 0 bath 18942 Heart Lake Lane, Park Rapids, MN — $230,000 · Est. $1,163/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 2 bed · 0 bath · 696 sqft · 2.5 ac lot · ~100 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by ALO Realty Advisors
  17. 2022 single family home for sale at 1655 Eastburn Road NE in Remer, MN — 4 bed, 3 bath 1655 Eastburn Road NE, Remer, MN — $995,000 · Est. $5,031/mo · House for Sale · New Build · Waterfront · 4 bed · 3 bath · 2,168 sqft · 0.5 ac lot · ~175 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Edina Realty, Inc.
  18. 1994 single family home for sale at 24425 Hickory Trail in Park Rapids, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 24425 Hickory Trail, Park Rapids, MN — $1,350,000 · Est. $6,826/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 3 bed · 2 bath · 2,362 sqft · 21.71 ac lot · ~110 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Coldwell Banker Crown Realtors
  19. 1960 single family home for sale at 7315 Liens Lane NE in Longville, MN — 2 bed, 1 bath 7315 Liens Lane NE, Longville, MN — $613,999 · Est. $3,105/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 2 bed · 1 bath · 650 sqft · 1.27 ac lot · ~155 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Real Broker, LLC
  20. 1996 single family home for sale at 40089 Sunset Trail in Deer River, MN — 3 bed, 1 bath 40089 Sunset Trail, Deer River, MN — $299,000 · Est. $1,512/mo · ▼ $20,000 (6%) off, was $319,000, reduced 13 days ago · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 3 bed · 1 bath · 988 sqft · 0.07 ac lot · ~175 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by MOVE IT REAL ESTATE GROUP/LAKEHOMES.COM
  21. 1990 single family home for sale at 17196 Hal Drive in Park Rapids, MN — 5 bed, 3 bath 17196 Hal Drive, Park Rapids, MN — $769,000 · Est. $3,888/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · 5 bed · 3 bath · 2,688 sqft · 1.62 ac lot · ~110 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Coldwell Banker Crown Realtors
  22. 2007 single family home for sale at 21665 Heather Drive in Park Rapids, MN — 1 bed, 1 bath 21665 Heather Drive, Park Rapids, MN — $535,000 · Est. $2,705/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · Acreage · 1 bed · 1 bath · 561 sqft · 28.56 ac lot · ~115 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Coldwell Banker Crown Realtors
  23. 1981 single family home for sale at 38879 State Highway 38 in Deer River, MN — 2 bed, 1 bath 38879 State Highway 38, Deer River, MN — $232,900 · Est. $1,178/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · Acreage · 2 bed · 1 bath · 1,004 sqft · 3.24 ac lot · ~200 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Pemberton RE
  24. 1970 single family home for sale at 9151 Breezy Point Drive, Unit 418 in Breezy Point, MN — 2 bed, 1 bath 9151 Breezy Point Drive, Unit 418, Breezy Point, MN — $284,500 · Est. $1,439/mo · ▼ $14,500 (5%) off, was $299,000, reduced 13 days ago · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 2 bed · 1 bath · 900 sqft · 0.02 ac lot · ~160 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by LPT Realty, LLC
  25. 1999 single family home for sale at 35375 County Highway 46 in Park Rapids, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 35375 County Highway 46, Park Rapids, MN — $1,082,900 · Est. $5,476/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · Acreage · 3 bed · 3 bath · 3,368 sqft · 2.07 ac lot · ~95 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Coldwell Banker Crown Realtors
  26. 1930 single family home for sale at 1874 Cozy Lodge Drive NE in Longville, MN — 1 bed, 1 bath 1874 Cozy Lodge Drive NE, Longville, MN — $485,000 · Est. $2,452/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 1 bed · 1 bath · 618 sqft · 2.06 ac lot · ~160 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Countryside Realty
  27. 2001 single family home for sale at 7990 S Agency Estates Drive NW in Walker, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 7990 S Agency Estates Drive NW, Walker, MN — $379,000 · Est. $1,916/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 3 bed · 3 bath · 2,304 sqft · 0.518 ac lot · ~140 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Wolff & Simon Real Estate
  28. 2022 single family home for sale at 37523 Co Rd 19 in Deer River, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 37523 Co Rd 19, Deer River, MN — $985,000 · Est. $4,981/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · Acreage · 3 bed · 3 bath · 2,958 sqft · 2.39 ac lot · ~200 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by MN DIRECT PROPERTIES
  29. 1999 single family home for sale at 42307 Rajala Road in Deer River, MN — 0 bed, 0 bath 42307 Rajala Road, Deer River, MN — $150,000 · Est. $758/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 0 bed · 0 bath · 480 sqft · 25.6 ac lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Anderson Realty
  30. 2000 single family home for sale at 8964 Kabekona Springs Drive NW in Walker, MN — 4 bed, 4 bath 8964 Kabekona Springs Drive NW, Walker, MN — $1,749,999 · Est. $8,849/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · 4 bed · 4 bath · 4,028 sqft · 0.94 ac lot · ~135 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Kurilla Real Estate LTD
  31. 2012 single family home for sale at 1899 Fern Trail NE in Remer, MN — 3 bed, 1 bath 1899 Fern Trail NE, Remer, MN — $334,900 · Est. $1,693/mo · ▼ $5,000 (1%) off, was $339,900, reduced 6 days ago · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 3 bed · 1 bath · 1,200 sqft · 2.4 ac lot · ~175 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by eXp Realty
  32. 1982 single family home for sale at 35778 Twin Pond Lane in Pequot Lakes, MN — 4 bed, 2 bath 35778 Twin Pond Lane, Pequot Lakes, MN — $819,500 · Est. $4,144/mo · ▼ $19,500 (2%) off, was $839,000, reduced 4 weeks ago · House for Sale · Bi-Level · Waterfront · 4 bed · 2 bath · 2,104 sqft · 0.64 ac lot · ~160 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by RE/MAX Results - Crosslake
  33. 1983 single family home for sale at 354 East River Drive in Park Rapids, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 354 East River Drive, Park Rapids, MN — $549,900 · Est. $2,781/mo · House for Sale · Bi-Level · Waterfront · 3 bed · 3 bath · 2,176 sqft · 0.94 ac lot · ~105 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Affinity Real Estate Inc.
  34. 1995 single family home for sale at 32517 Timberlane Point in Breezy Point, MN — 3 bed, 2 bath 32517 Timberlane Point, Breezy Point, MN — $650,000 · Est. $3,287/mo · ▼ $45,000 (6%) off, was $695,000, reduced 3 weeks ago · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 3 bed · 2 bath · 1,191 sqft · 0.86 ac lot · ~160 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Keller Williams Realty Professionals/Larson Group Real Estate
  35. 2011 single family home for sale at 5211 Ninebark Court NW in Walker, MN — 2 bed, 2 bath 5211 Ninebark Court NW, Walker, MN — $325,000 · Est. $1,643/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · 2 bed · 2 bath · 1,300 sqft · 0.047 ac lot · ~140 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by RE/MAX Results
  36. 2027 single family home for sale at 27740 County Road 4 N in Pequot Lakes, MN — 6 bed, 5 bath 27740 County Road 4 N, Pequot Lakes, MN — $1,973,000 · Est. $9,977/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · 6 bed · 5 bath · 1 sqft · 0.66 ac lot · ~165 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Kurilla Real Estate LTD
  37. 2007 single family home for sale at 2392 Fahrenholz Road NE in Longville, MN — 4 bed, 4 bath 2392 Fahrenholz Road NE, Longville, MN — $1,489,000 · Est. $7,529/mo · ▼ $86,000 (5%) off, was $1,575,000, reduced 2 weeks ago · House for Sale · Waterfront · 4 bed · 4 bath · 4,832 sqft · 0.73 ac lot · ~165 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Heartland Real Estate
  38. 1950 single family home for sale at 50181 County Road 35 in Deer River, MN — 3 bed, 1 bath 50181 County Road 35, Deer River, MN — $199,900 · Est. $1,011/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 3 bed · 1 bath · 1,824 sqft · 0.35 ac lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Lakes & Leisure Realty
  39. 2006 single family home for sale at 46726 County Road 133 in Deer River, MN — 4 bed, 4 bath 46726 County Road 133, Deer River, MN — $678,000 · Est. $3,428/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 4 bed · 4 bath · 3,378 sqft · 20 ac lot · ~190 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by RE/MAX Advantage Plus
  40. 1997 single family home for sale at 33025 County Road 39 in Breezy Point, MN — 2 bed, 1 bath 33025 County Road 39, Breezy Point, MN — $424,999 · Est. $2,149/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · 2 bed · 1 bath · 1,200 sqft · 1.36 ac lot · ~165 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Kurilla Real Estate LTD
  41. 1938 single family home for sale at 7880 County Road 16 in Pequot Lakes, MN — 2 bed, 0 bath 7880 County Road 16, Pequot Lakes, MN — $3,300,000 · Est. $16,687/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 2 bed · 0 bath · 676 sqft · 14.7 ac lot · ~160 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Keller Williams Realty Professionals/Larson Group Real Estate
  42. 1963 single family home for sale at 1650 Wabedo Frontage Road NE in Longville, MN — 7 bed, 6 bath 1650 Wabedo Frontage Road NE, Longville, MN — $595,000 · Est. $3,009/mo · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 7 bed · 6 bath · 2,300 sqft · 4.3 ac lot · ~160 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Heartland Real Estate
  43. 1945 single family home for sale at 52875 County Road 155 in Deer River, MN — 3 bed, 1 bath 52875 County Road 155, Deer River, MN — $489,900 · Est. $2,477/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · 3 bed · 1 bath · 1,516 sqft · 0.91 ac lot · ~185 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by RE/MAX Advantage Plus
  44. 1986 single family home for sale at 9962 Knotty Pine Drive in Park Rapids, MN — 2 bed, 2 bath 9962 Knotty Pine Drive, Park Rapids, MN — $499,000 · Est. $2,523/mo · House for Sale · Waterfront · 2 bed · 2 bath · 1,936 sqft · 1.1 ac lot · ~105 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Keller Williams Realty Professionals
  45. 1996 single family home for sale at 817 Sportsman Lane NE in Longville, MN — 4 bed, 4 bath 817 Sportsman Lane NE, Longville, MN — $919,900 · Est. $4,652/mo · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · 4 bed · 4 bath · 3,368 sqft · 1.03 ac lot · ~155 min from Fargo · Active · Listed by Realty ONE Group Choice
  46. 2004 single family home for sale at 29107 Voyagers Pass in Pequot Lakes, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 29107 Voyagers Pass, Pequot Lakes, MN — $665,000 · Est. $3,363/mo · ▼ $14,900 (2%) off, was $679,900, reduced 2 weeks ago · House for Sale · Shoreline Access · 3 bed · 3 bath · 2,776 sqft · 0.92 ac lot · ~155 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by eXp Realty
  47. 1940 single family home for sale at 6000 N Bass Lk Drive NE in Remer, MN — 0 bed, 0 bath 6000 N Bass Lk Drive NE, Remer, MN — $425,000 · Est. $2,149/mo · ▼ $50,000 (11%) off, was $475,000, reduced 2 weeks ago · House for Sale · Rambler · Waterfront · Acreage · 0 bed · 0 bath · — sqft · 3.79 ac lot · ~175 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Edina Realty, Inc.
  48. 2024 single family home for sale at 16634 Hightop Way NW in Cass Lake, MN — 3 bed, 3 bath 16634 Hightop Way NW, Cass Lake, MN — $829,900 · Est. $4,196/mo · ▼ $10,000 (1%) off, was $839,900, reduced 4 weeks ago · House for Sale · Two Story · Waterfront · 3 bed · 3 bath · 2,952 sqft · 0.22 ac lot · ~145 min from Fargo · Active · M Markdowns · Listed by Headwaters Realty Services LLC

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do lake homes cost in Minnesota?

Lake home prices vary widely based on the lake, frontage, and condition. Entry-level cabins on smaller lakes start around $200,000–$300,000, while premium waterfront homes on popular lakes like Leech Lake, Gull Lake, and Detroit Lakes range from $400,000 to well over $1 million.

What should I look for when buying lake property?

Key factors include water frontage (sandy beach vs. rocky), sun exposure (south/west facing is ideal), water depth at dock, lake classification, septic system condition, well water quality, road access (year-round vs. seasonal), and whether the property has existing dock and lift systems.

Can I get financing for a lake home or cabin?

Yes, but financing terms vary. Year-round lake homes typically qualify for standard mortgage rates. Seasonal cabins may require higher down payments (20–25%) and slightly higher interest rates. Properties without year-round road access or permanent foundations may require specialized financing.

What are the ongoing costs of lake home ownership?

Beyond mortgage and insurance, lake homeowners should budget for dock and lift installation/removal ($500–$1,500/year), septic system maintenance, well water testing, shoreline maintenance, boat storage, and potentially higher property taxes. Seasonal utility costs for heating during winter should also be factored in.

Is a lake home a good investment?

Minnesota lake property has historically appreciated steadily, and demand continues to grow — especially post-pandemic as remote work enables more buyers to live lakeside year-round. Properties with good water frontage on popular lakes tend to appreciate faster than inland properties in the same area.

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