Water Views - Primary on Main
Address
744 N Shore Drive, Forest Lake, MN
Price
$ 249,000
Property Attributes
- ID#7000112
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyWASHINGTON
- CityForest Lake
- AreaG M Simmons Add Forest Lake
- NeighborhoodG M Simmons Add Forest Lake
- Zip55025
- StyleSingle Family
- Year Built1910
- Taxes$ 2352
- Price$ 249,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage925
- Lot Size0.172 Acres
Data Source:
Northstar MLS (NSTAR)
Property Description
Step back in time with this beautifully restored 1910 single-family home, originally a cabin and now thoughtfully converted while maintaining its vintage charm. This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home blends history and modern convenience, offering a rare opportunity across the street from Forest Lake with stunning lake views. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a new boiler (2020), new water heater (2020), new sewer line (2022), and a roof replaced by the previous owner in 2019. Enjoy the beauty of lake life just steps from your front door while being close to grocery stores, restaurants, coffee shops, and more. If you love history, craftsmanship, and character, this Forest Lake home is one you won’t want to miss.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Listed $275,000 |
| 6/30/2026 | 6$260,000 |
| 8/1/2026 | 5$249,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 925 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | City Sewer/Connected |
| Heating | Baseboard,Boiler |
| Cooling | Window Unit(s) |
| Roof | Age 8 Years or Less |
| Appliances | Dryer,Gas Water Heater,Range,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Year Built | 1910 |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| View | Lake |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Waterfront Features | Lake View |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | Washington |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Contingency | None |
| Subdivision Name | G M Simmons Add Forest Lake |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Directions | Hwy 61 to N Shore Drive,North on N Shore Drive to home. |
| City | Forest Lake |
| High School District | Forest Lake |
| Zoning Description | Residential-Single Family |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 2352 |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Lender Owned | No |
| Amenities Unit | Deck,Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Window,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Natural Woodwork,Washer/Dryer Hookup |
| PostalCity | Forest Lake |
Interior Features
| Basement | Drain Tiled,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Unfinished |
|---|---|
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 925 |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 1 |
| Bath Desc | Main Floor Full Bath |
| Fuel | Natural Gas |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Driveway - Other Surface |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Tree Coverage - Light |
| Water Source | City Water/Connected |
| Lot Size Area | 0.172 |
| Building Area Total | 1850 |
| Lot Dimensions | 50x150 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Foundation Area | 925 |
| Road Frontage Type | City Street |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 55025
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