Seller's Agent in 2025
Eric Landstrom
Landstrom's Land Services
(218) 255-5518
11 Total Sales
1496 Willard Lake Rd NW Backus, MN 56435
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,499
Sq Ft
351,529
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Burning Stove
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Accessible for Hearing-Impairment
- No HOA
- Living Room
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of November 2025New roof to be installed by the end of October. Just 30 minutes from shopping and services in the Brainerd-Baxter area, this home offers country living at its finest! This 5 bedroom, 3 bath country home is located on 8.07 acres that abuts 100s of acres of Cass County land that is perfect for hunting and fishing! The home features open-concept living, spacious kitchen, main level laundry, and an attached insulated and finished two-bay garage. There is a jet tub in main bath as well as a walk-in closet of off main bedroom. The home features a large 12’ x 22’ deck off of the living room that overlooks the private backyard. In the back yard is a 8’x24’ wood shed with enclose loft, a 15’x12’ hen house, as well as a 11’x17’ storage shed with loft that opens to a 200 yard shooting range (can be expanded to 500 yards in winter) that can be used either sitting or prone. This property borders county land to enjoy as well as two fenced in garden areas. This home is close to five area lakes and is just a minute from the Public Landing on Ox Yoke lake that has a hard sand bottom for swimming, boating, and fishing.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,602
Year Built
- Built in 2005
Lot Details
- 8.07 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 342 x 1098 x 334 x 1026
- Zoning described as Lot,Residential-Single Family
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Bi-Level Home
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- Wood Burning Stove
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Finished Basement
- Basement Window Egress
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Accessible Home Design
- Accessible for Hearing-Impairment
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Wood
- Well
- Septic System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 340151211
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 28, 2025
Closed on
Nov 24, 2025
Sold by
Hilmanowski Heather and Hilmanowski Nathan
Bought by
Birkeland Heather R and Birkeland Joshua T
Seller's Agent
Eric Landstrom
Landstrom's Land Services
Buyer's Agent
Emily Schrupp
Lyndsay Lane Real Property
List Price
$435,000
Sold Price
$375,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$60,000
-13.79%
Views
192
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$15,763
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.44%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$300,000
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$90,763
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 23, 2020
Sold by
Kelsey Nicole K
Bought by
Hilmanowski Nathan and Hilmanowski Heather
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$303,030
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 30, 2011
Sold by
Peterson Clifton E and Peterson Mary A
Bought by
Kelsey Richard A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$161,120
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 4, 2011
Sold by
Sporer Jacqueline A
Bought by
Peterson Clifton E and Peterson Mary A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 24, 2009
Sold by
Macdonald Craig D and Macdonald Nancy J
Bought by
Peterson Clifton E and Peterson Mary A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 11, 2009
Sold by
Craig Macdonald Construction Inc
Bought by
Macdonald Craig D and Macdonald Nancy J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 14, 2005
Sold by
Parker Martin J and Parker Colleen
Bought by
Craig Macdonald Construction Inc
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Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $365,000 | Hubbard County Abstract & Clos | |
| Warranty Deed | $365,000 | Hubbard County Abstract & Clos | |
| Warranty Deed | $292,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $292,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $189,000 | Leer Title Services | |
| Warranty Deed | $189,000 | Leer Title Services | |
| Limited Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Limited Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $150,000 | Leer Title Services | |
| Warranty Deed | $150,000 | Leer Title Services | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Rels Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Rels Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $59,900 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $59,900 | None Available | |
| Deed | $292,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $292,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $300,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $303,030 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $161,120 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/24/2025 11/24/25 | Sold | $375,000 | -1.8% | $150 / Sq Ft |
| 10/21/2025 10/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/17/2025 09/17/25 | Price Changed | $382,000 | -1.8% | $153 / Sq Ft |
| 07/23/2025 07/23/25 | Price Changed | $389,000 | -2.7% | $156 / Sq Ft |
| 06/29/2025 06/29/25 | Price Changed | $399,900 | -5.9% | $160 / Sq Ft |
| 06/13/2025 06/13/25 | Price Changed | $425,000 | -2.3% | $170 / Sq Ft |
| 05/28/2025 05/28/25 | For Sale | $435,000 | -- | $174 / Sq Ft |
Source: NorthstarMLS
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,668 | $377,700 | $81,400 | $296,300 |
| 2023 | $1,764 | $400,100 | $74,300 | $325,800 |
| 2022 | $1,616 | $400,100 | $74,300 | $325,800 |
| 2021 | $1,442 | $272,300 | $49,100 | $223,200 |
| 2020 | $1,424 | $241,000 | $49,100 | $191,900 |
| 2019 | $1,244 | $199,600 | $42,200 | $157,400 |
| 2018 | $1,242 | $191,600 | $38,700 | $152,900 |
| 2017 | $1,154 | $191,600 | $38,700 | $152,900 |
| 2016 | $1,036 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,036 | $175,900 | $42,200 | $133,700 |
| 2014 | $938 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Eric Landstrom
-
Emily Schrupp
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Emily Schrupp
Lyndsay Lane Real Property
(218) 232-0226
52 Total Sales
Map
Source: NorthstarMLS
MLS Number: 6728642
APN: 34-015-1211
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