5297 Barnum Rd NW, Hackensack, MN, 56452
About This Home
Welcome to your own private peninsula retreat on Barnum Lake! With over 1,400 feet of shoreline and 3.9 wooded acres, this one-of-a-kind property offers exceptional privacy and a true connection with nature. Barnum Lake is known for its quiet beauty and miles of undeveloped National Forest shoreline, providing a serene setting for peaceful days on the water. The home itself is just as unique as the lot, featuring a geodesic dome design with soaring spaces and walls of windows that bring the outdoors in and capture stunning views in every direction. Whether you’re relaxing inside, enjoying the water, or exploring the land, you’ll feel immersed in nature at every turn. Nearby public lands provide endless opportunities for hiking, cross-country skiing, and hunting, while the charming small towns of Longville and Hackensack are just minutes away for dining, shopping, and community events. If you’ve been searching for a private, nature-filled escape that combines tranquility, recreation, and character, this Barnum Lake property is it!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1979
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Other
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning,Wood Burning Stove
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,240
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Wood Stove
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,240
- Total interior livable area: 1,240 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 304780154
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Foundation area: 908
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake Front,Waterfront Elevation(10-15),Lake Bottom(Gravel)
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 1437
Lot
- Lot size: 3.94 Acres
- Features: Island/Peninsula
- Lot size dimensions: 182 x irr
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
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
- Winter Weather
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Cass County and Minnesota
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,022 | $24,264 |
| Home Insurance * | $154 | $1,848 |
| Property Taxes | $186 | $2,232 |
| Electricity | $170 | $2,050 |
| Total | $2,532 | $30,384 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Minnesota FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-05 | Listed for sale | $420,000 |
| 2026-04-24 | Listing removed | $420,000 |
| 2026-04-23 | Listed for sale | $420,000 |
| 2025-12-15 | Listing removed | $420,000 |
| 2025-11-25 | Price change | $420,000 |
| 2025-09-24 | Listed for sale | $440,000 |
| 2009-09-25 | Sold | $291,000 |
| 2009-07-30 | Listed for sale | $299,800 |
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