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Seller's Agent in 2025
Mary Jo Pennig
Edina Realty, Inc.
(612) 865-3057
9 Total Sales
30553 Tern Ave Shafer, MN 55074
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,237
Sq Ft
9.92
Acres
Highlights
- Deck
- No HOA
- Living Room
- Chisago Lakes High School Rated 9+
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of August 2025Welcome to your private retreat just minutes from the St. Croix River and the charm of Taylors Falls! Nestled on 10 acres of mixed woods and open pasture, this beautifully updated home offers over 2,200 sq ft of living space. The spacious loft serves as the master suite, complete with its own en suite bathroom and walk-in closet—your perfect sanctuary. A long, tree-lined driveway leads to a peaceful setting featuring a lean-to, chicken coop area, and footings ready for a future barn. Enjoy peace of mind with newer siding, windows, gutters, and roof. Located just off Hwy 8, this property offers the ideal blend of privacy, nature, and convenient access to town.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,887
Year Built
- Built in 2000
Lot Details
- 9.92 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 343x1302
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Insulated Garage
Interior Spaces
- 1.5-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Drain
- Basement Window Egress
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 200+ Amp Service
- Propane
- Private Water Source
- Well
- Drilled Well
- Septic System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Germanson Estates Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 080041203
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 16, 2018
Sold by
James Anderson
Bought by
Dunlop Brandy L and Dunlop Michael L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$272,500
Outstanding Balance
$235,348
Interest Rate
4.44%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$259,106
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 13, 2018
Sold by
Anderson James
Bought by
Dunlop Brandy L and Dunlop Michael L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$272,500
Outstanding Balance
$235,348
Interest Rate
4.44%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$259,106
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 29, 2012
Sold by
U S Bank National Association
Bought by
Schultz Jessica and Anderson James
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 2000
Sold by
World Wide Builders Llc
Bought by
Paetznick Stephen and Paetznick Deborah
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $272,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $272,500 | -- | |
| Foreclosure Deed | $145,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $265,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $272,500 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $145,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/27/2025 08/27/25 | Sold | $502,000 | +0.4% | $224 / Sq Ft |
| 08/22/2025 08/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/11/2025 07/11/25 | Price Changed | $500,000 | -4.8% | $224 / Sq Ft |
| 07/03/2025 07/03/25 | Price Changed | $525,000 | -4.5% | $235 / Sq Ft |
| 06/11/2025 06/11/25 | For Sale | $550,000 | -- | $246 / Sq Ft |
Source: NorthstarMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,940 | $426,200 | $133,700 | $292,500 |
| 2022 | $3,940 | $389,400 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $3,754 | $314,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $3,564 | $316,200 | $89,400 | $226,800 |
| 2019 | $3,934 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $3,742 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $3,452 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $3,370 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $3,208 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $209,500 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mary Jo Pennig
-
Shari Steele
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Shari Steele
Edina Realty, Inc.
(715) 553-3071
118 Total Sales
-
Lindsay Schlagel
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Lindsay Schlagel
RE/MAX Results
(651) 248-6637
48 Total Sales
Map
Source: NorthstarMLS
MLS Number: 6721807
APN: 08-00412-03
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