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1474 E Lake Brophy Rd NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308

4beds
2baths
2,532sqft
$559,000
$221price/sqft
$3,724/moest. monthly cost
$148,960/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to lake life on beautiful Lake Brophy! This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom walkout rambler brings all the relaxed, up-north charm with the comfort of a thoughtfully designed home. Set on a gently sloping lot just steps from the water, you’ll love the easy access to the lake—complete with a wide, gradual shoreline & a shelf at the lake, giving you easy access for swimming & boating. Inside, large windows frame peaceful lake views and fill the home with natural light. The open layout makes it easy to gather, whether you’re hosting a weekend crew or enjoying family time. The kitchen features warm cherry cabinetry and Cambria countertops, flowing seamlessly into the dining & living area with access to the deck—ideal for grilling, west-facing sunset dinners, or simply soaking in the view. The landscape has been created by a master gardener & feature an ever-changing tapestry of established perennials and a variety of trees, offering season-long color, texture, and harvest. The walkout lower level offers additional living space and easy access to the outdoors, making it a great setup for lake days. A 2-stall attached garage, plus a lakeside tuck-under garage for all the lake toys, is an added perk. Lake Brophy offers a quieter, more relaxed setting, with connections to nearby waterways perfect for paddleboarding, kayaking, and canoeing adventures, not to mention a great fishery. Just across the lake is Lake Brophy County Park, which spans over 160 acres with a sandy beach, playground, and miles of hiking and biking trails that connect to the Central Lakes Trail. Whether you’re looking for a year-round home or a weekend escape, this property delivers the kind of lake life people come to Alexandria for.

Getting Around

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WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
32
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
6/10
8/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1973

Materials

  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family

Interior

Appliances

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

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Block,Daylight,Egress Window(s),Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access

Bathroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 67.64
  • Dimensions: 8.9x7.6

Bathroom

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 50.4
  • Dimensions: 7.2x7

Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 129.15
  • Dimensions: 10.5x12.3

Bedroom2

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 111.142
  • Dimensions: 9.11x12.2

Bedroom3

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 142.08
  • Dimensions: 11.1x12.8

Bedroom4

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 111.87
  • Dimensions: 11.3x9.9

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 144.78
  • Dimensions: 11.4x12.7

Family Room

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 288.6
  • Dimensions: 18.5x15.6

Features

  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 1,006
  • Finished area above ground: 1,266

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,532
  • Total interior livable area: 2,532 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 248.98
  • Dimensions: 11.8x21.10

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 308.79
  • Dimensions: 14.10x21.9

Utility Room

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 259.74
  • Dimensions: 11.7x22.2

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 270325000
  • Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
  • Foundation area: 1266

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Deck
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: West
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Lake Front
  • Frontage length: Water Frontage: 101

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.44 Acres
  • Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
  • Lot size dimensions: 101 x 216 x 101 x 193

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached,Garage Door Opener,Tuckunder Garage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

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
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Winter Weather
Inland Flooding
Strong Wind
Tornado
Hail
Lightning

FEMA Declared Disasters in Douglas 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 $2,826$33,912
Home Insurance *$328$3,936
Property Taxes $357$4,284
Electricity $213$2,562
Total$3,724$44,688
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$127,680/yr
40% on housing$111,720/yr
45% on housing$99,306/yr

Minnesota FAIR Plan Programs

Minnesota FAIR Plan

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WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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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: 11.8%
11.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.7%
2.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 3.1%
3.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$221This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 56308$178
Douglas County$185

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 56308$167
Douglas County$149

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
2026-04-30Listed for sale$599,000
2011-04-15Sold$125,000
2009-01-30Sold$253,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentHeidi Schroeder
BrokerageCounselor Realty Inc of Alex

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