NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2758 18th St SW Backus, MN 56435

Estimated Value: $231,929 - $260,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
855 Sq Ft
$289/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 20, 2025

Last sale price $250,000 $292 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,375 / mo

38 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Dining Room
  • Many Trees
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of November 2025

This property offers the perfect blend of comfort and nature with a charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home nestled on a beautiful 2.5-acre lot. Surrounded by the shade of towering pines, this cozy retreat offers privacy, tranquility, and recent updates. Step inside to find an inviting open layout with new flooring, warm wood accents, and plenty of natural light. The updated bathroom adds a fresh touch, and a new roof ensures peace of mind for years to come. Outside, enjoy the wide open space and scenic setting ideal for relaxing, gardening, or outdoor adventures. The detached garage includes a dedicated office space and a bathroom, making it perfect for remote work, guests, a hobby room or your own home business. This is your opportunity to own a slice of a pine covered paradise with space to breathe and room to grow. Schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chad Bryniarski

eXp Realty Brokerage Phone: 218-640-3068 Listed on: 10/13/2025

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Koterba

eXp Realty

eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $690

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 2.55 Acre Lot
  • Many Trees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Metal Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 855 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Dining Room
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Block Basement Construction

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Well
  • Septic System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 310253211

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$690

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

2.55 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Water Source: Well
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 855
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Rental License?: No
  • Attribution Contact: 218-640-3068
  • Attribution Contact: 218-640-3068
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Block, Partial
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Living Area: 855
  • Fireplace: No
  • Basement YN: Yes

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • Other Structures: Additional Garage, Hen House
  • ConstructionMaterialsDesc: Frame
  • PatioPorchType: Deck,Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: Holding Tank, Septic System Compliant - Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Pine River-Backus
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 218-587-4720

Lot Info

  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 2.55 acres
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 111078
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Many Trees
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential-Single Family
  • AssessmentPending: No
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Log

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 310253211
  • Tax Annual Amount: 690
  • TaxWithAssessments: 756.0000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2025
Closed on
Nov 20, 2025
Sold by
Lakes Renovations Llc
Bought by
Higgins Luke Michael and Fogarty Madalyn Rose
Seller's Agent
Chad Bryniarski
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Koterba
eXp Realty
List Price
$239,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
4.6%
Views
35
Current Estimated Value
$247,482

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,518
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.44%
Original Mortgage
$255,375
Outstanding Balance
$255,375
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$7,893

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2025
Sold by
Watkins Sue and Watkins Sue A
Bought by
Lakes Renovations Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2021
Sold by
Watkins Sue A
Bought by
Watkins Sue A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 2020
Sold by
Watkins Sue A
Bought by
Watkins Sue A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2020
Sold by
Watkins Dan T and Watkins Sue A
Bought by
Watkins Wade

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 27, 2020
Sold by
Usa Va
Bought by
Watkins Dan T and Watkins Sue A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2018
Sold by
Jenkins Jerry M and Austin Nancy
Bought by
Jenkins Jerry M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 2017
Sold by
Jenkins Jerry M
Bought by
Jenkins Jerry M and Austin Nancy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$128,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2015
Sold by
Claussen Philip and Claussen Beth
Bought by
Murdock Rick Arnold

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$92,000
Interest Rate
4.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2009
Sold by
Robinson Dustin and Robinson Alisha L
Bought by
Claussen Philip and Claussen Beth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$64,000
Interest Rate
4.84%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Higgins Luke Michael $250,000 K2 Title Co
Lakes Renovations Llc $120,000 Lensery National Title
Watkins Sue A -- None Available
Watkins Sue A -- None Available
Watkins Wade -- None Available
Watkins Dan T -- None Available
Watkins Dan T $122,000 None Available
Jenkins Jerry M -- --
Jenkins Jerry M -- Lawyers Title Services
Jenkins Jerry M $125,000 Lawyers Title Services
Murdock Rick Arnold $115,000 Leer Title Services
Claussen Philip $80,000 Maximum Title Services Llc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Higgins Luke Michael $255,375
Previous Owner Jenkins Jerry M $128,000
Previous Owner Murdock Rick Arnold $92,000
Previous Owner Claussen Philip $64,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/20/2025 11/20/25 Sold $250,000 +4.6% $292 / Sq Ft
11/20/2025 11/20/25 Pending -- -- --
10/13/2025 10/13/25 For Sale $239,000 -- $280 / 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 $756 $177,900 $37,000 $140,900
2023 $712 $162,700 $34,700 $128,000
2022 $708 $162,700 $34,700 $128,000
2021 $662 $112,000 $23,300 $88,700
2020 $608 $102,800 $23,300 $79,500
2019 $566 $85,900 $20,900 $65,000
2018 $496 $73,900 $20,900 $53,000
2017 $660 $73,900 $20,900 $53,000
2016 $586 $0 $0 $0
2015 $586 $65,000 $20,200 $44,800
2014 $576 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 6803465

NorthstarMLS

APN: 31-025-3211

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