51418 County Highway 31, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 (MLS# 6738436)


$449,000
51418 County Highway 31
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
MLS# 6738436
Status: Pending
3 beds  |  1 baths  |  928 sqft


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Property Description
Discover the timeless charm of this beautiful 928-square-foot, one-level rustic cabin nestled along the peaceful shores of Little Pelican Lake. Surrounded by nature and brimming with authentic character, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath retreat offers the perfect blend of cozy comfort, classic cabin style, and stunning lakeside living. Set on over 100 feet of prime lakefront, the cabin captures breathtaking views of Little Pelican Lake - a pristine 271.38-acre lake that also connects to the expansive 3,986-acre Pelican Lake. Together, they offer miles of shoreline, clear water, boating access, and vibrant resort communities that make this one of the area's most sought-after recreational destinations. The cabin's exterior and Interior showcase natural wood construction, blending seamlessly into the surrounding landscape. Step Inside and feel the warmth of rich, tongue-and-groove wood ceilings that flow throughout the home, paired beautifully with rustic finishes and a welcoming open layout. The heart of the cabin Is the cozy living room, where a striking fieldstone wood-burning fireplace provides the perfect spot to gather and unwind. Large windows frame uninterrupted lake views, allowing natural light to pour in and connect the indoor space to the beauty outside. The single-level layout is efficient and inviting, featuring three comfortable bedrooms that provide ample space for family and guests. The full bathroom is thoughtfully placed and designed with simplicity and function in mind, making lakeside living easy and relaxed. The kitchen offers practical workspace and rustic charm, opening to a dining area ideal for sharing meals after a day on the water. Outside, enjoy direct access to the shoreline where you can fish, swim, boat, or simply relax and take in the peaceful setting. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee or watching the sun set over the lake, the natural beauty of the surroundings Is always close at hand. Completing the property Is a one-car garage with an upper loft-perfect for storage, workshop space, or future guest accommodations. Whether used seasonally or year-round, this classic cabin delivers everything you need for an authentic Minnesota lake experience. This rare offering on Little Pelican Lake Is more than a home - it's a lakeside lifestyle waiting to be embraced.

Details
Maps
Contract Information
Owner is an Agent?: No
Auction?: No
Status: Pending
Off Market Date: 2026-04-21
Contingency: None
Current Price: $449,000
Original List Price: 449000
ListPrice: 449000
List Date: 2025-10-23
Office/Member Info
Association: SPAAR
General Property Information
Common Wall: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Manufactured Home?: No
Multiple PIDs?: No
New Development: No
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Road Btwn WF & Home?: No
Waterfront Frontage: 100
Waterfront Present: Yes
Year Built: 1936
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Shoreline
Lot Dimensions: Irregular
Acres: 0.3
Bath Three Quarters: 0
Bath Half: 0
Lake/Waterfront Name: Little Pelican
Bath Quarter: 0
Main Floor Total SqFt: 928
Above Grd Total SqFt: 928
Below Grd Total SqFt: 0
Total Finished Sqft: 928.00
FireplaceYN: Yes
Foundation Size: 928
Style: (SF) Single Family
Garage Stalls: 1
Power Company: Ottertail Power
Association Fee: 0
Assessment Pending: No
Bedrooms: 3
Baths Total: 1
Bath Full: 1
Total SqFt: 928
Location, Tax and Other Information
AssocFeeYN: No
Legal Description: SECT-02 TWP-137 RANGE-042 MIDLAND BEACH LOTS 69 & 70
Listing City: Detroit Lakes
Map Page: 999
Municipality: Detroit Lakes
School District: Pelican Rapids
School District Phone: 218-863-5910
DNR Lake ID#: 56076100
DNR Lake Classification: Recreational Development
Zip Plus 4: 8006
Property ID Number: 17000990749000
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Amount: 2064
In Foreclosure?: No
Potential Short Sale?: No
Lender Owned?: No
Directions & Remarks
Public Remarks: Discover the timeless charm of this beautiful 928-square-foot, one-level rustic cabin nestled along the peaceful shores of Little Pelican Lake. Surrounded by nature and brimming with authentic character, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath retreat offers the perfect blend of cozy comfort, classic cabin style, and stunning lakeside living. Set on over 100 feet of prime lakefront, the cabin captures breathtaking views of Little Pelican Lake - a pristine 271.38-acre lake that also connects to the expansive 3,986-acre Pelican Lake. Together, they offer miles of shoreline, clear water, boating access, and vibrant resort communities that make this one of the area's most sought-after recreational destinations. The cabin's exterior and Interior showcase natural wood construction, blending seamlessly into the surrounding landscape. Step Inside and feel the warmth of rich, tongue-and-groove wood ceilings that flow throughout the home, paired beautifully with rustic finishes and a welcoming open layout. The heart of the cabin Is the cozy living room, where a striking fieldstone wood-burning fireplace provides the perfect spot to gather and unwind. Large windows frame uninterrupted lake views, allowing natural light to pour in and connect the indoor space to the beauty outside. The single-level layout is efficient and inviting, featuring three comfortable bedrooms that provide ample space for family and guests. The full bathroom is thoughtfully placed and designed with simplicity and function in mind, making lakeside living easy and relaxed. The kitchen offers practical workspace and rustic charm, opening to a dining area ideal for sharing meals after a day on the water. Outside, enjoy direct access to the shoreline where you can fish, swim, boat, or simply relax and take in the peaceful setting. Whether you're sipping your morning coffee or watching the sun set over the lake, the natural beauty of the surroundings Is always close at hand. Completing the property Is a one-car garage with an upper loft-perfect for storage, workshop space, or future guest accommodations. Whether used seasonally or year-round, this classic cabin delivers everything you need for an authentic Minnesota lake experience. This rare offering on Little Pelican Lake Is more than a home - it's a lakeside lifestyle waiting to be embraced.
Directions: US 59 to County Highway 31, north to cabin on the right.
Accessible
None: 1
Air Conditioning
Wall Unit(s): 1
Amenities Unit
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Hardwood Floors: 1
Kitchen Window: 1
Main Floor Primary Bedroom: 1
Natural Woodwork: 1
Panoramic View: 1
Appliances
Cooktop: 1
Microwave: 1
Range: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Assessments
Assessment Balance: 0
Tax With Assessments: 2212
Basement
Foundation Dimensions: 38x26.5x28x6x10x20.5
None: 1
Bath Description
Main Floor Full Bath: 1
Building Information
Finished SqFt Above Ground: 928
Construction Materials
Frame: 1
Stone: 1
Construction Status
Previously Owned: 1
Dining Room Description
Breakfast Area: 1
Breakfast Bar: 1
Informal Dining Room: 1
Electric
100 Amp Service: 1
Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Feet
Elevation Highpoint Waterfront Feet: 0-4
Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Slope
Level: 1
Existing Financing
Free and Clear: 1
Exterior
Brick/Stone: 1
Wood: 1
Family Room Characteristics
Family Room: 1
Main Level: 1
Fencing
Wire: 1
Fireplace Characteristics
Living Room: 1
Wood Burning: 1
Foundation
Stone: 1
Fuel
Electric: 1
Heating
Baseboard: 1
Insurance Fee
Insurance Fee: 0
Internet Options
Cable: 1
Lake Details
Lake Acres: 366
Lake Depth: 25
Sand: 1
Weeds: 1
Lake/Waterfront
Deeded Access: 1
Dock: 1
Lake Front: 1
Lake View: 1
Laundry
None: 1
Lease Details
Land Leased: Not Applicable
Lock Box Type
Combo: 1
Lot Description
Accessible Shoreline: 1
Irregular Lot: 1
Tree Coverage - Heavy: 1
Miscellaneous Information
DP Resource: Yes
Homestead: No
Outbuildings
Additional Garage: 1
Ownership
Fractional Ownership: No
Parking Characteristics
Garage Dimensions: 24.5x16.5
Garage Door Height: 7
Garage Door Width: 10
Garage Square Feet: 404
Storage: 1
Patio, Porch and Deck Features
Covered: 1
Deck: 1
Porch: 1
Pool Description
None: 1
Property Subtype
Cabin: 1
Ranch-Style Home: 1
Public Survey Info
Range#: 42
Section#: 2
Township#: 137
Road Frontage
County Road: 1
Paved Streets: 1
Road Responsibility
Public Maintained Road: 1
Roof
Age Over 8 Years: 1
Sellers Terms
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Sewer
Holding Tank: 1
Stories
One: 1
Water
Lake Water: 1
Sand Point: 1
Waterfront View
Lake: 1
Panoramic: 1
Location Tax and Other Information
House Number: 51418
Street Name: County Highway 31
Postal City: Detroit Lakes
County: Otter Tail
State: MN
Zip Code: 56501
Property Features
Accessible: None
Air Conditioning: Wall Unit(s)
Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s); Hardwood Floors; Kitchen Window; Main Floor Primary Bedroom; Natural Woodwork; Panoramic View
Appliances: Cooktop; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator
Basement: None
Bath Description: Main Floor Full Bath
Construction Materials: Frame; Stone
Construction Status: Previously Owned
Dining Room Description: Breakfast Area; Breakfast Bar; Informal Dining Room
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Slope: Level
Existing Financing: Free and Clear
Exterior: Brick/Stone; Wood
Family Room Characteristics: Family Room; Main Level
Fencing: Wire
Fireplace Characteristics: Living Room; Wood Burning
Foundation: Stone
Fuel: Electric
Heating: Baseboard
Internet Options: Cable
Lake Details: Sand; Weeds
Laundry: None
Lock Box Type: Combo
Lot Description: Accessible Shoreline; Irregular Lot; Tree Coverage - Heavy
Outbuildings: Additional Garage
Parking Characteristics: Storage
Pool Description: None
Property Subtype: Cabin; Ranch-Style Home
Road Frontage: County Road; Paved Streets
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Roof: Age Over 8 Years
Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional
Sewer: Holding Tank
Stories: One
Water: Lake Water; Sand Point
Waterfront View: Lake; Panoramic
Room Information
Room Name Dimensions Level
Third (3rd) Bedroom9x8.5Main
Second (2nd) Bedroom12.5x8Main
First (1st) Bedroom10x8Main
Kitchen9x10.5Main
Living Room16x16.5Main
Garage16.5x24.5Main
Deck16x12Main

IDX
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Updated: April - 21 - 2026

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