2065 20th Avenue NW Backus, MN 56435

$325,000
Active
estimated monthly payment
3 Beds  |  2 Baths  |  1,568 Sq Ft  |  Single Family  |  MLS # 6772881
  • Welcome Home!.jpg
    Welcome Home!.jpg
  • Little Portage.jpg
    Little Portage.jpg
  • Private lake!.jpg
    Private lake!.jpg
  • Kitchen and dining. Opens up to the 3 season room.jpg
    Kitchen and dining. Opens up to the 3 season room.jpg
  • Plenty of natural light coming through the kitchen .jpg
    Plenty of natural light coming through the kitchen .jpg
  • 3 season porch.jpg
    3 season porch.jpg
  • Living Room with pellet stove.jpg
    Living Room with pellet stove.jpg
  • Living Room.jpg
    Living Room.jpg
  • Open Concept living room, dining and kitchen.jpg
    Open Concept living room, dining and kitchen.jpg
  • Lake shore on private Little Portage.jpg
    Lake shore on private Little Portage.jpg
  • Main Bathroom with tub and shower.jpg
    Main Bathroom with tub and shower.jpg
  • Primary bedroom suite.jpg
    Primary bedroom suite.jpg
  • Primary Suite Bathroom.jpg
    Primary Suite Bathroom.jpg
  • Bedroom with new carpet.jpg
    Bedroom with new carpet.jpg
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    3rd Bedroom.jpg

About The Listing

Escape to the peaceful serenity of Little Portage Lake with this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom log-sided cabin or year-round residence. Tucked away on a quiet road and nestled on nearly 2 acres, this property offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and outdoor adventure. Inside, enjoy the ease of one-level living with a welcoming layout featuring a cozy freestanding pellet fireplace, spacious kitchen, and a three-season porch perfect for taking in views of the changing seasons. Step outside to a front deck overlooking beautiful Little Portage Lake — a private 40.74-acre gem ideal for peaceful paddles, fishing and quiet moments by the water. For the outdoor enthusiast, enjoy easement access to Deep Portage Reserve, offering approximately 6,500 acres of public land to explore, hunt, hike, and enjoy wildlife. Additional features include a detached 2-stall garage, storage shed, mature trees, and a natural setting that feels miles away from it all — yet just a short drive to town amenities. Whether you're seeking a cozy Up North getaway or a full-time residence with space to roam and explore, this property delivers the best of both worlds.


Listing courtesy of Christopher Michael Mattson, Realty ONE Group Choice
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Property Details

Features

 
 
 
Property Type: Single Family
Status: Active
Contingency Type: None
Year Built: 1997
MLS #: 6772881
Bedrooms: 3
Square Feet: 1,568
Bathrooms (Full): 1
Price Per Square Foot: $207
Bathrooms (Half) : 0
Bathrooms (Three Quarters) : 1
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Description: Detached, Gravel
Sewer Description: Private Sewer
Air Conditioning Type: None
Water: Private
Heat Type: Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Basement: None
Construction Description: Log Siding
Days On Market (Continuous): 42
Disability Features: No Stairs Internal
Latest Update: 08/15/2025
List Date: 08/14/2025
Listing Agent ID: 500503081
Listing Office: Realty ONE Group Choice
Listing Office ID: 26330
Data Source: NorthstarMLS - The Regional MLS of Minnesota
Appliances: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace Features: Pellet Stove
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Lot Dimensions: 214X464X200X402
Lot Size: 1.93 Acres
Pool Description: None
Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Property Adjoins Public Land, Many Trees
View Description: Lake
Waterfront: Lake Front
School District: Pine River-Backus
Tax Year: 2025
Estimated Taxes: $66
Contingency Type: None
City: Backus
Zip: 56435
County: Cass
State: MN

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Listing last updated: 08/15/25

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