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51383 Bucks Mill Rd, Detroit Lakes, MN, 56501

5beds
4baths
5,450sqft
$1,450,000
$266price/sqft
$9,605/moest. monthly cost
$384,200/yrincome needed

About This Home

Quiet living reaches a rare level at Holbrook Lake. A 47 ACRE private lakefront retreat 10 miles south of Detroit Lakes, where this fabulous 5500 sqft home and approx 2200 feet of lake frontage create a truly special escape. Seldom found in the region and positioned perfectly on a private 148-acre lake, the home is 5BD/4BA, gorgeous open great room with kitchen bar, dining, formal dining and living. Lake side deck and LL patio. Lake side primary en-suite. Second wing family room with 2nd BD en-suite. -all connected to a vintage original guest space complete with kitchen/bd/ba. Beautiful three stall attached garage (finished/heated) and an additional 2 stall tuck-under garage. Accessory structures: large shop, old cabin, chicken coop & shack. Property spans two parcels of open pastures, towering pines, trails and mature woods, cherry trees, garden beds -all capturing the feel of a secluded escape within easy reach of Detroit Lakes. Abundant wildlife, easy shoreline and thoughtfully managed grounds make the property exceptional hunting and year-round recreation. The heart of the property is a residence designed for gathering family and friends, complemented by established infrastructure. Unlimited future possibilities with the natural beauty, the water and the rich land -all creating an unforgettable setting. Commercial potential; property has been a successful non-profit retreat. Motorized water craft allowed.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
13
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
Rossman Elementary SchoolGrades PK-57.7 mi
5/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1995

Materials

  • Roof: Asphalt

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Wall Oven,Water Softener Owned
  • Laundry features: Laundry Closet,Laundry Room

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Features

  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Family Room,Gas,Living Room,Stone,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 250
  • Finished area above ground: 5,200

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,In-Floor Heating
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 5,840
  • Total interior livable area: 5,450 sqft

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Other

Details

  • Parcel number: 08000060035000
  • Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
  • Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Owned
  • Foundation area: 6767

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Composite Decking,Deck,Patio,Porch
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: South,West
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Lake Front
  • Frontage length: Water Frontage: 2200

Lot

  • Lot size: 47 Acres
  • Features: Accessible Shoreline,Tree Coverage - Medium
  • Lot size dimensions: 47A

Parking

  • Total spaces: 5
  • Parking features: Attached,Gravel,Concrete,Floor Drain,Garage,Guest,Heated Garage,Insulated Garage,Storage
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 5
  • Covered spaces: 5

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

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Strong Wind
Tornado
Hail
Wildfire

FEMA Declared Disasters in Otter Tail 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 $7,331$87,972
Home Insurance *$849$10,188
Property Taxes $966$11,592
Electricity $459$5,515
Total$9,605$115,260
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$329,314/yr
40% on housing$288,150/yr
45% on housing$256,133/yr

Minnesota FAIR Plan Programs

Minnesota FAIR Plan

Covered
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: 12.3%
12.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.7%
2.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 3.3%
3.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$266This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 56501$232
Otter Tail County$189

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 56501
Otter Tail County$152

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
2026-08-03Listed for sale$1,450,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMonica Kaiser
BrokerageCounselor Realty Detroit Lakes

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