31468 County Highway 61
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About this home
WHERE FIVE GENERATIONS BUILT A LEGACY - NOW IT'S YOUR TURN! Offered for the first time in over a century, this remarkable Ottertail farmhouse presents a truly rare opportunity to own a piece of Minnesota history. Held by the same family for five generations since its construction in 1896, this legacy property blends timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful modern updates. Set on 7.8 scenic acres overlooking Lake Portage, the home offers just under 5,000 finished square feet with 6 bedrooms and 3 baths—providing exceptional space for gathering, hosting, or multi-generational living. Original character shines throughout, featuring beautiful hardwood floors, 9” oak base trim, crown molding, solid oak four-panel doors, and classic pocket doors. The main level is both inviting and functional, highlighted by a spacious 23 x 16 living room with fireplace, formal dining room, den, bedroom, full bath, and kitchen. Enjoy peaceful mornings and evenings from the enclosed three-season porches on the front and side of the home. Upstairs, you’ll find four additional bedrooms, a cozy sitting room, den, and full bath. The expansive 40 x 15 walk-up attic offers endless potential—ideal for additional bedrooms, a studio, or recreation space. The lower level adds even more character and entertainment value with a 28 x 19 family/game room featuring a 100-year-old pool table, sauna, ¾ bath, and large laundry room. Extensive mechanical updates provide comfort and efficiency, including steel siding, 220-amp electrical service, a 40-year architectural roof, replacement windows, updated insulation, geothermal heating and cooling, backup generator, and an electric vehicle charging station. Additional amenities include a newer concrete driveway, two-car insulated attached garage with pull-down storage, detached one-car garage, storage shed, and a charming smokehouse. Located just three hours from the Twin Cities, this one-of-a-kind property offers endless possibilities—whether as a private retreat, year-round residence, or a future bed and breakfast. Rich in history and ready for its next chapter, this is a home where legacy and lifestyle meet.
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Home facts
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Bath breakdown
- 2 full / 1 3/4
- Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Geothermal, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Appliances
- Cooktop, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Fuel Tank - Rented, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Property
- Levels / stories
- Two
- Garage
- 3 spaces · 28x24 · 672 sqft
- Parking features
- Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Concrete, Electric, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Finished Garage, Garage Door Opener, Insulated Garage, Multiple Garages, More Parking Onsite for Fee, Storage
- Patio & porch
- Enclosed, Front Porch, Glass Enclosed, Side Porch
- Exterior features
- Stone, Metal, Steel Siding
- Pool
- None
Construction
- Property type
- Residential
- Property subtype
- Single Family
- Foundation
- Block · 1,286 sqft
- Roof
- Age Over 8 Years, Architectural Shingle
- Year built
- 1896
Utilities
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Septic System Compliant - Yes, Tank with Drainage Field
- Fuel
- Electric, Propane
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Community & HOA
- HOA
- No HOA
- School district
- 545 - Henning
- High school district
- Henning
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax
- $3,212 (2026)
- Listed
- Apr 23, 2026
- Days on market
- 152
- Manufactured home
- Yes
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Utilities
Parking & garage
Financial details
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Location
31468 County Highway 61, Ottertail, MN, 56571
Listing information
Listing information provided courtesy of the MLS. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.
