Does this property have an HOA?

No, this property does not have a homeowners association.

What are the annual property taxes?

Annual property taxes are $1,536 (2025).

What school district is this property in?

This property is in the 2174 - Pine River-Backus school district.

Does this home have a garage?

Yes, this home has a 1-car garage.

How long has this property been on the market?

This property has been listed for 145 days.

Listed at

$342,000

$399/sqft

El Sueno

1489 Gateway Drive, Backus, MN, 56435

2 Bedrooms1 Bathroom858 Square Feet6.84 Acres

Days on market145

Year built1932

Garage spaces1

TypeResidential

Est. $7,260buyer credit when you buy with SODL

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About this home

If you are looking for a fixer-upper with privacy and lakeshore, this one is it! Excellent opportunity on Horseshoe Lake in Backus for you to bring your ideas and make this property your own! Beneath the towering pines and secluded setting, this property offers a main cabin with lake views, a guest cabin, garage and storage shed. With over 6 acres of privacy, 150' of lakeshore that offers gradual elevation to the lake, you will find that opportunity awaits here.

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Home facts

Property typeResidential

Property subtypeSingle Family

Year built1932

LevelsOne

Living area858 sqft

Above-grade finished858 sqft

Below-grade finished0 sqft

Lot size6.84 acres (Irregular)

Days on market145

ListedFeb 16, 2026

MLS #NST7021721

CountyCass

SubdivisionEl Sueno

Parcel #343980100

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Bath breakdown: 1 3/4
Heating: Fireplace(s)
Cooling: None
Laundry: Main Level

Property

Levels / stories: One
Garage: 1 space · 20x12 · 240 sqft
Parking features: Detached Garage
Patio & porch: Deck, Wrap Around
Exterior features: Steel Siding
Other structures: Garage(s), Guest House, Storage Shed

Construction

Property type: Residential
Property subtype: Single Family
Foundation: Stone · 858 sqft
Roof: Asphalt
Year built: 1932

Utilities

Water: Drilled
Sewer: Private Sewer
Fuel: Wood

Community & HOA

Subdivision: El Sueno
HOA: No HOA
School district: 2174 - Pine River-Backus
High school district: Pine River-Backus

Financial & listing details

Annual tax: $1,536 (2025)
Tax with assessments: 1602
Listed: Feb 16, 2026
Days on market: 145 · 3 cumulative
Manufactured home: Yes

Interior details

Total bathrooms1

Full baths0

3/4 baths1

Half baths0

1/4 baths0

BasementNone

HeatingFireplace(s)

CoolingNone

Fireplaces1

LaundryMain Level

DiningKitchen/Dining Room

AmenitiesDeck, Kitchen Window, Natural Woodwork, Washer/Dryer Hookup

AccessibilityNone

Special featuresAll Living Facilities on One Level, Main Floor Bedroom

Exterior & lot

ExteriorSteel Siding

RoofAsphalt

FoundationStone

Foundation area858 sqft

Patio/porchDeck, Wrap Around

Lot featuresAccessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Heavy

Road responsibilityPublic Maintained Road

ZoningShoreline,Residential-Single Family

Utilities

Water sourceDrilled

SewerPrivate Sewer

FuelWood

Parking & garage

ParkingDetached Garage

Garage spaces1

Garage size240 sqft

Financial details

Annual taxes$1,536

Tax year2025

Taxes w/ assessments1602

Assessment pendingNo

Down payment resourceYes

Lender ownedNo

Short saleNo

ForeclosureNo

Schools

District2174 - Pine River-Backus

District number2174

District phone2185874720

High schoolPine River-Backus

SODL flat fee brokerage

$7,260Estimated buyer credit

SODL platform fee $3,000Your buyer credit $7,260

Buyer-side commission

3.0%

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Estimated monthly payment

$2,039/mo

Principal & interest$1,797

Property taxes$128

Home insurance (est.)$114

Down payment

$68,400

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