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About this home
**Incredible Price Adjustment** Turn of the Century charm, character, & endless possibilities of this meticulously maintained country estate. Nestled on 10 acres of flat, productive farmland, this historic farmhouse offers the perfect blend of rural tranquility & modern convenience, located just minutes from the freeway for an easy commute while enjoying peaceful country living. Original portion built in 1885, this timeless home showcases the ambiance of yesteryear w an inviting front porch, side patio and side covered porch. Open staircase, parlor (office), original plaster walls, original woodwork, & solid 3 panel doors. Offering 3 bdrms & 2 bthrms, the home has been lovingly cared for & updated w dual heating systems including a forced air furnace, mini splits & off peak electric base board heat. A brand new architectural shingled roof was just installed in May 2026. New stamped patio and LP smart siding complete the look! The outbldgs are truly exceptional & present unlimited opportunities for hobbyists, collectors, entrepreneurs, contractors, or anyone seeking add'l workspace or storage. The ultimate man cave awaits in the impressive 55x45 heated and air conditioned pole bldg featuring a 3/4 bath, utility room, on demand hot water & a floor drain. All the comforts needed for year round enjoyment! The historic 1910 dairy barn offers incredible character & functionality w 60 amp service & 50 amp RV hookup. A grain shed provides add'l storage w open garage space, a full basement & upper level storage. There is a massive 40x60 pole barn w 12' sidewalls, 100 amp electric, & abundant space for equipment, toys, livestock, horses, or business use. There is also an open lean to for even more. There's even a nostalgic "Auntie Em" storm shelter. Whether you're dreaming of a hobby farm, home-based business, contractor headquarters, collector's paradise, or simply a private country retreat, this one of a kind property delivers. Every building, every detail, & every acre reflects decades of meticulous stewardship. This is more than a property...it's a legacy waiting for its next chapter.
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Home facts
Facts & features
Interior
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Bath breakdown
- 1 full / 1 3/4 / 1 half
- Heating
- Baseboard, Ductless Mini-Split, Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless Mini-Split
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Property
- Levels / stories
- One and One Half
- Garage
- 8 spaces · 45 x 55 · 2,475 sqft
- Parking features
- Carport, Covered, Detached Garage, Gravel, Electric, Floor Drain, Finished Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Multiple Garages, RV Access/Parking, Storage
- Patio & porch
- Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Porch, Side Porch
- Exterior features
- Engineered Wood
- Pool
- None
Construction
- Property type
- Residential
- Property subtype
- Single Family
- Construction materials
- Post and Beam, Concrete, Frame, Stone
- Foundation
- Block, Other, Stone · 1,141 sqft
- Roof
- Age 8 Years or Less, Architectural Shingle, Asphalt, Rolled/Hot Mop
- Year built
- 1900
Utilities
- Water
- Well
- Sewer
- Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
- Fuel
- Natural Gas
- Electric
- Service - 60 Amp, 100 Amp Service, 150 Amp Service
Community & HOA
- Subdivision
- Vassar Add
- HOA
- No HOA
- School district
- 138 - North Branch
- High school district
- North Branch
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax
- $2,816 (2026)
- Listed
- Jun 15, 2026
- Days on market
- 103
- Manufactured home
- Yes
Interior details
Exterior & lot
Utilities
Parking & garage
Financial details
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Estimated monthly payment
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Location
8946 285th Avenue, North Branch, MN, 55056
Listing information
Listing information provided courtesy of the MLS. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.
