Listed at
$1,295,000
$195/sqft

Trednuk Sand Lake Add

1116 Sand Lake Drive, Backus, MN, 56435
4  Bedrooms6  Bathrooms6,645  Square Feet7.9  Acres
Days on market20
Year built1991
Garage spaces3
TypeResidential
Est. $35,850buyer credit when you buy with SODL
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About this home

From its soaring lakeside windows and massive stone fireplace to its extraordinary kitchen and specialized workshop spaces, this Sand Lake property is anything but ordinary. Set on 7.9 private acres with 510’ of hard-bottom shoreline, the home combines exceptional craftsmanship, expansive living spaces and a peaceful waterfront setting. Stone steps lead to a covered front porch framed by stone pillars, a wood ceiling and beautiful landscaping. Double glass doors with working colonial shutters open to a spacious foyer followed by an inviting sitting area with an illuminated built-in bookcase. Beyond the sitting area, the great room is filled with natural light from soaring windows that frame views of the grounds and lake. A floor-to-ceiling stone, wood-burning fireplace with a heat blower creates an impressive focal point. The kitchen was designed on a scale made for serious cooking and entertaining. A large Australian granite island includes a prep sink and two smaller dishwashers, while extensive wood cabinetry with glass inserts provides exceptional storage and display space. Double ovens, a bread-warming drawer, oversized side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, wine refrigerator and large granite peninsula complete the kitchen. An adjoining butler’s pantry adds another full-size dishwasher, no-touch sink and abundant cabinetry and shelving. Doors from the kitchen open to an expansive deck overlooking the yard and shoreline, creating a wonderful extension of the home’s entertaining space. The circular dining room is surrounded by views of the beautifully landscaped grounds, lake and lakeside waterfall. The main level also includes a guest bedroom with an en suite that can also serve as a powder room. The owner’s suite is particularly striking, with large architectural windows echoing those of the great room and separate his-and-her bathrooms, including one with a cleansing bidet. An open loft overlooks the great room and captures views through its soaring lakeside windows. Skylights bring additional natural light to two sleeping areas, a walk-through closet and 3/4 bath. The lower level adds even more living space, with a large family room with lake views, two additional bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet and full bath.There is also dedicated office space, extensive storage and a storm cellar with steel walls built into the rock. For anyone who works, creates or pursues a serious hobby from home, the property offers spaces rarely found in a residential setting. A large workshop features professional-grade woodworking equipment with ventilation, running water, in-floor heat and a garage door for bringing materials directly inside. A temperature and humidity controlled room, originally designed for violin making, offers possibilities for collections, photography, wine/cigars or other uses requiring a controlled environment. A separate office with its own bathroom provides additional flexibility for working from home. Even the practical spaces were thoughtfully designed. The attached garage has in-floor heat and a no-step, wheelchair-accessible entrance. Zoned heating and cooling add comfort throughout the home, while a dedicated dog-care room with a wash station and direct outdoor access is equally useful for cleaning up after time spent outdoors or on the water. Outside, the 7.9 acres provide an exceptional sense of space, with extensive landscaping, a lakeside waterfall and a level yard leading to 510 feet of hard-bottom shoreline. Sand Lake provides a peaceful backdrop for the property, with water views, wildlife and a quieter atmosphere away from the activity of a large recreational lake. With its craftsmanship, acreage, remarkable living and working spaces, extensive shoreline and beautiful surroundings, this is a property that stands apart, not simply for where it is, but for everything it offers.

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Home facts

Property typeResidential
Property subtypeSingle Family
Year built1991
LevelsOne and One Half
Living area6,645 sqft
Above-grade finished3,112 sqft
Below-grade finished3,533 sqft
Lot size7.9 acres (510x785x614x860)
Days on market20
ListedSep 8, 2026
MLS #NST7137638
CountyCass
SubdivisionTrednuk Sand Lake Add
Parcel #515350130

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
6
Bath breakdown
3 full / 3 3/4
Heating
Boiler, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Owned

Property

Levels / stories
One and One Half
Garage
3 spaces · 20x16 · 320 sqft
Parking features
Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Asphalt
Patio & porch
Deck, Front Porch
Exterior features
Wood
Fencing
None

Construction

Property type
Residential
Property subtype
Single Family
Construction materials
Frame
Foundation
Block · 3,180 sqft
Roof
Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt
Year built
1991

Utilities

Water
4-Inch Submersible, Drilled, Private, Well
Sewer
Mound Septic, Private Sewer
Fuel
Electric, Propane, Wood
Electric
200+ Amp Service

Community & HOA

Subdivision
Trednuk Sand Lake Add
HOA
No HOA
School district
2174 - Pine River-Backus
High school district
Pine River-Backus

Financial & listing details

Annual tax
$6,160 (2026)
Tax with assessments
6246
Listed
Sep 8, 2026
Days on market
20 · 135 cumulative
Manufactured home
Yes

Interior details

Total bathrooms6
Full baths3
3/4 baths3
Half baths0
1/4 baths0
BasementEgress Window(s), Finished, Full, Walkout
HeatingBoiler, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
CoolingCentral Air
Fireplaces1
LaundryMain Level
AppliancesDishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer, Water Softener Owned
DiningSeparate/Formal Dining Room
AmenitiesCeiling Fan(s), Deck, Dock, Security System, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Washer/Dryer Hookup
AccessibilityNo Stairs External
Special featuresMain Floor Laundry

Exterior & lot

ExteriorWood
RoofAge 8 Years or Less, Asphalt
FoundationBlock
Foundation area3,180 sqft
Patio/porchDeck, Front Porch
Lot featuresTree Coverage - Medium
Road frontageTownship
Road responsibilityPublic Maintained Road
ZoningResidential-Single Family

Utilities

Water source4-Inch Submersible, Drilled, Private, Well
SewerMound Septic, Private Sewer
FuelElectric, Propane, Wood

Parking & garage

ParkingAttached Garage, Detached Garage, Asphalt
Garage spaces3
Garage size320 sqft

Financial details

Annual taxes$6,160
Tax year2026
Taxes w/ assessments6246
Assessment pendingNo
Lender ownedNo
Short saleNo
ForeclosureNo

Schools

District2174 - Pine River-Backus
District number2174
District phone2185874720
High schoolPine River-Backus
SODL flat fee brokerage
$35,850Estimated buyer credit
SODL platform fee $3,000Your buyer credit $35,850

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Estimated monthly payment

$7,751/mo
Principal & interest$6,806
Property taxes$513
Home insurance (est.)$432
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$259,000
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Location

1116 Sand Lake Drive, Backus, MN, 56435

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Listing information

MLS #NST7137638
StatusActive
Last updatedSep 15, 2026, 5:59 PM
Originally listedSep 8, 2026, 3:49 PM
Listing officeHeartland Real Estate
Co-listing officeHeartland Real Estate

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