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8272 Sugar Sand Ln NW, Alexandria, MN, 56308

6beds
4baths
5,072sqft
$1,300,000
$256price/sqft
$8,552/moest. monthly cost
$342,080/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to your dream Lake Ida home, where breathtaking views and effortless lakeside living come together. Situated on a picture perfect 1.36 acre lot with a stretch of 106 feet of flat, sandy shoreline, this exceptional property offers the perfect setting for swimming, boating, and creating unforgettable memories on the water. The expansive lakeside deck is the ultimate gathering space, providing panoramic views and the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind with family and friends in the evening. Inside, you'll find 6 spacious bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, offering plenty of room for guests. The kitchen truly serves as the heart of the home, this custom home was thoughtfully designed to bring everyone together while remaining connected to the surrounding living and dining spaces. Large windows throughout flood the home with natural light, showcasing stunning lake views and creating a bright, welcoming atmosphere. The walk-out basement extends your living space and provides seamless access to the backyard and shoreline, making indoor-outdoor living effortless. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence, a vacation retreat, or the perfect place to entertain, this remarkable home on Lake Ida offers the ideal combination of comfort, space, and an unbeatable waterfront lifestyle. This beautiful home is located on the often referred to Gold Coast of Lake Ida. It is located 1 mile north of our own number one rated Minnesota's Carlos Creek Winery with its popular weekly entertainment and social venues. This amazing home is also located just down from our newest Pilgrim Point County Park with its expansive coastline of sandy beaches, picnic areas and newly added pier that juts out into sandy Lake Ida and allows lake lovers to see fish and wild lake life in real time. We are conveniently located 8 miles from town, 2 blocks off of County Road 34 on tarred road - so easy to get to! Another natural beauty is one of the largest strands of birch trees that accentuate this property on both sides of the home. The gold, yellow and red sugar maples in the front yard are an attraction to many visitors looking for beautiful fall tree colors! The sunsets are breathtaking...night after night natural beauty, worthy of picture framing at your fingertips! Lake Ida is one of the clearest lakes in the county. Reported clarity measurements of 18 feet are not unusual for this lake. Swimming, fishing and boating recreation are at its finest here. Don't pass up this life changing opportunity for a life long investment that will only continue to increase in value!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
20
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

6/10
6/10
8/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1996

Materials

  • Foundation: Wood
  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family

Interior

Appliances

  • Laundry features: Laundry Room,Main Level

Basement

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

Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 238
  • Dimensions: 17 x 14

Bedroom2

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 144
  • Dimensions: 12 x 12

Bedroom3

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 143
  • Dimensions: 13 x 11

Bedroom4

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 126
  • Dimensions: 14 x 9

Bedroom5

  • Level: Lower
  • Area: 240
  • Dimensions: 15 x 16

Bedroom6

  • Level: Lower

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 182
  • Dimensions: 14 x 13

Family Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 104
  • Dimensions: 8 x 13

Features

  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 2,280
  • Finished area above ground: 2,792

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 5,072
  • Total interior livable area: 5,072 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 169
  • Dimensions: 13 x 13

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 462
  • Dimensions: 14 x 33

Mud Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 78
  • Dimensions: 13 x 6

Porch

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 280
  • Dimensions: 14 x 20

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 240428200
  • Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
  • Foundation area: 2792

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Front Porch
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Lake
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Lake
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Lake Front,Waterfront Elevation(0-4),Lake Bottom(Excellent Sand)
  • Frontage length: Water Frontage: 106

Lot

  • Lot size: 1.30 Acres
  • Lot size dimensions: 133 525 106 483

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached
  • 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
  • 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 $6,573$78,876
Home Insurance *$764$9,168
Property Taxes $788$9,456
Electricity $427$5,133
Total$8,552$102,624
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$293,211/yr
40% on housing$256,560/yr
45% on housing$228,053/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: 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

$256This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 56308$178
Douglas County$184

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
2026-07-22Price change$1,300,000
2026-06-08Listed for sale$1,400,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentBobbi Jo & Joey Crouse
BrokerageCounselor Realty Inc of Alex

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