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5156 197th Avenue NE

Columbus, MN 55092

3 beds
3 baths
2,544 sqft
~2 acre lot
$373 per sqft
2004 build
– on site

Discover lake life without the long drive! This stunning custom-built home with log siding, crafted in 2004, combines rustic charm with modern convenience and is located just 30 minutes from both downtowns. Nestled on a 1.68-acre lot with 105 feet of south-facing lakeshore, this home offers breathtaking views and endless opportunities for relaxation and recreation. The main floor boasts vaulted ceilings and a dramatic double-sided fireplace, creating a warm and inviting space perfect for gathering. The spacious primary suite features a solarium with serene lake views, while the dining room opens to a lakeside porch, ideal for enjoying the outdoors. Upstairs, a spiral staircase leads to a striking catwalk and a second primary suite, providing additional comfort and privacy. This home’s thoughtful design continues with a 6-car attached garage, including a bay plumbed for future in-floor heating. A loft above the garage, complete with a wood-burning stove, adds over 600 square feet of furnishable space for a studio, office, or retreat. The full basement, built with a custom poured concrete foundation, includes three egress windows, in-floor heating, and the potential to add bedrooms or additional living areas. Whether you’re seeking the charm of a lakeside cabin or the convenience of city access, this property offers the best of both worlds. Don’t miss your chance to experience luxury lake living.

Listing courtesy of NORTHSTAR / Peter Hiller / Keller Williams Integrity Realty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Dec 15, 2024 •

MLS# 6632771 —

The Building

Year Built:

2004
New Construction:

false
Age Of Property:

20
Construction Materials:

Log Siding
Construction Materials Desc:

Log
Roof:

Asphalt
Accessibility Features:

None
Levels:

Two
Main Level Finished Area:

1600.0000
Basement:

Drain Tiled, Egress Window(s), Full, Insulating Concrete Forms
Basement:

true
Foundation Area:

1684
Foundation Dimensions:

38x53
Manufactured Home:

No
Building Area Total:

4144
Above Grade Finished Area:

2544

Interior

Dining Room Description:

Eat In Kitchen,Informal Dining Room
Fireplace:

true
Fireplaces Total:

2
Fireplace Features:

Family Room, Gas, Primary Bedroom
Amenities:

Dock,Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Center Island,Kitchen Window,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Porch

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2544

Location

Directions:

Lexington to 185th turn right, slight left onto 197th, shared driveway on left, home on left.
Latitude:

45.325959
Longitude:

-93.138153

The Property

Parcel Number:

303322220016
Zoning Description:

Residential-Single Family
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Subtype:

Log Home
Property Attached:

false
Additional Parcels:

false
Lot Features:

Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Lot Size Area:

1.68
Lot Size Dimensions:

105x442
Lot Size SqFt:

73180.8
Lot Size Units:

Acres
View:

Lake, South
Lake Chain:

N
Lake Acres:

1779
Lake Depth:

27
Water Body Name:

Coon
Waterfront Slope:

Steep
Waterfront Feet:

105
Road Between Waterfront and Home:

No
Road Frontage Type:

City Street
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road
Water Source:

Well
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

9746
Tax With Assessments:

9746.0000

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Total Baths:

3
Bath Description:

Full Primary,Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Upper Level Full Bath
Full Baths:

1
Three Quarter Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Radiant Floor
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Sewer:

Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - No

Appliances

Appliances:

Air-To-Air Exchanger, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Wall Oven

Schools

High School District:

Forest Lake

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Auditors Sub 139
Waterfront:

true
Waterfront Features:

Lake Front, Lake View
Association:

false
Assessment Pending:

Unknown

Parking

Parking Features:

Attached Garage
Garage Spaces:

6
Garage Dimensions:

74x31
Garage SqFt:

1741

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$950,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$5,086
Taxes	$812
Insurance	$261
Utilities	$153 See report
Total	$6,312/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
12/12/24 Dec 12, 2024	Listed / Active	NORTHSTAR	$950,000
11/26/24 Nov 26, 2024	Coming Soon	NORTHSTAR	$950,000

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This house located in Columbus, MN 55092 is currently for sale for $950,000. 5156 197th Avenue NE is a 2,544 square foot house with 3 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 25 days. This house is in the attendance area of Linwood Elementary School, Southwest Junior High School, and Forest Lake Area High School.

Listing Courtesy of: NORTHSTAR and Keller Williams Integrity Realty.

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