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36045 Little Bass Dr, Grand Rapids, MN, 55744

5beds
4baths
3,728sqft
$750,000
$201price/sqft
$5,368/moest. monthly cost
$214,720/yrincome needed

About This Home

The lake home you’ve been waiting for. Nestled on 229 feet of shoreline on beautiful Little Bass Lake and tucked away at the end of a quiet dead-end road, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and year-round recreation, all just 10 minutes from Grand Rapids. From the moment you arrive, you’ll appreciate the peaceful setting. Spend your mornings with coffee on the expansive deck overlooking the lake, afternoons on your own sandy beach, and evenings listening to loons call across the water as the sun begins to set. Watch ducks glide by, enjoy the native wildflowers that bloom throughout the property, and when winter arrives, the backyard transforms into an incredible sledding hill the whole family will love. Inside, the home was designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious gourmet kitchen flows effortlessly into multiple gathering spaces, while two fireplaces create a warm, inviting atmosphere throughout the seasons. A stunning library with custom built-in bookshelves offers the perfect home office or reading retreat, and the fully finished walkout lower level features a beautifully remodeled wet bar with direct access to the backyard and lake. One of the home’s standout features is the large screened porch overlooking the lake, creating the perfect place to enjoy summer evenings without the bugs while taking in the peaceful water views. Thoughtful updates over the past several years include: • Two mini-split air conditioning systems • Luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the main level • Large screened porch addition • 10x16 beach shed • Complete exterior paint • Fenced yard • Two beautifully remodeled bathrooms • Finished basement improvements • Remodeled wet bar • New pressure tank and water heater • New washer, dryer, and dishwasher The heated and insulated garage and shop provide outstanding space for vehicles, boats, hobbies, and storage. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence or a Northwoods retreat where family and friends naturally gather, this is the kind of property that rarely comes available. It’s not just a beautiful home, it’s the place where fishing trips, beach days, bonfires, holiday gatherings, and lifelong memories all come together. Come experience Little Bass Lake living for yourself.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
4
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
7/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1981

Materials

  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
  • Laundry features: Main Level

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Block,Finished,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access

Bedroom

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 169
  • Dimensions: 13x13

Bedroom2

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 228
  • Dimensions: 19x12

Bedroom3

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 132
  • Dimensions: 12x11

Bedroom4

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 96
  • Dimensions: 12x8

Bedroom5

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 99
  • Dimensions: 11x9

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 132
  • Dimensions: 12x11

Family Room

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 616
  • Dimensions: 28x22

Features

  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Circulating,Family Room,Living Room,Stone,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 1,000
  • Finished area above ground: 2,728

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Boiler,Fireplace(s),Hot Water
  • Cooling features: Ductless Mini-Split

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 4,092
  • Total interior livable area: 3,728 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 228
  • Dimensions: 19x12

Laundry

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 45
  • Dimensions: 9x5

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 406
  • Dimensions: 29x14

Office

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 247
  • Dimensions: 19x13

Utility Room

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 228
  • Dimensions: 19x12

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 050021157
  • Zoning description: Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
  • Foundation area: 1364

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: None
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Front Porch,Porch,Rear Porch,Screened
  • Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Lake,North,Panoramic
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Lake
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Lake Front,Waterfront Elevation(10-15),Lake Bottom(Hard,Sand)
  • Frontage length: Water Frontage: 229

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.87 Acres
  • Features: Tree Coverage - Light
  • Lot size dimensions: 229 x 340 x 233 x 365

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached,Asphalt,Heated Garage,Insulated Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveVery High
  • Lightning
    LightningVery High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindVery High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Lightning
Strong Wind
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Winter Weather
Hail

FEMA Declared Disasters in Itasca County and Minnesota

Flood
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $3,792$45,504
Home Insurance *$492$5,904
Property Taxes $770$9,240
Electricity $314$3,773
Total$5,368$64,416
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$184,045/yr
40% on housing$161,040/yr
45% on housing$143,146/yr

Minnesota FAIR Plan Programs

Minnesota FAIR Plan

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HailHail
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Current Policies
Residential: 4,160Commercial: 101
Total Premiums$4.54M
Total Exposure$457.44M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.9%
8.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.7%
2.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.9%
1.9%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$201This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 55744$180
Itasca County$159

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 55744$143
Itasca County$129

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-17Listed for sale$750,000
2018-11-09Sold$382,600
2018-10-18Pending sale$389,900
2018-07-31Listed for sale$389,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentDan Nielsen
BrokerageReal Broker,LLC

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