Price Reduction - Waterfront - Primary on Main
Address
16984 County Road 96 Sw, Kensington, MN
Price
$ 799,000
Property Attributes
- ID#7082706
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyDOUGLAS
- CityKensington
- AreaHoffman Add
- NeighborhoodHoffman Add
- Zip56343
- StyleSingle Family
- Year Built2001
- Taxes$ 3447
- Price$ 799,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2592
- Lot Size1.14 Acres
Data Source:
Northstar MLS (NSTAR)
Property Description
Experience the Up North lifestyle without the Up North drive. Set on over 1 acre with an impressive 258 feet of shoreline on Freeborn Lake, this private wooded retreat offers the perfect blend of seclusion, recreation, and convenience just minutes from Kensington, Alexandria, Andes Tower Hills (downhill snow skiing), snowmobile trails, and countless outdoor activities. Freeborn Lake is known for excellent fishing, boating, kayaking, and year-round enjoyment. With the room to comfortably accommodate family and friends, this property offers outstanding short-term rental potential for both summer and winter visitors. Nearly every major improvement has already been completed, including a new garage with guest house (comes fully furnished) & EV plug-in, new kitchen, new bathrooms, mechanical systems, irrigation, landscaping, freshly stained exterior, composite decking and more! Designed for gathering, the home features fireplaces on both the main and lower levels, a walkout basement, two main-level bedrooms, plus two additional (non-conforming) bedrooms downstairs. The furnished guest house provides exceptional flexibility with a living room, bedroom (5th bedroom), and space roughed in for a third bathroom, ideal for guests, extended family, or added privacy. The dock and lift are included, most furnishings are negotiable, and everything is ready for immediate enjoyment. Privacy, extensive updates, 258 feet of lakeshore, and year-round recreation, it's all here.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Listed $849,000 |
| 7/14/2026 | 4$819,000 |
| 8/20/2026 | 3$799,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2592 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Private Sewer |
| Heating | Ductless Mini-Split,Forced Air,Fireplace(s),Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Central Air,Ductless Mini-Split |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Water Osmosis System,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Softener Owned |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Construction Materials | Frame |
| Year Built | 2001 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family |
| Tax Year | 2026 |
| Waterfront Features | Lake Front |
| Accessibility | None |
| County | Douglas |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Contingency | None |
| Subdivision Name | Hoffman Add |
| Other Structures | Garage(s),Bunk House,Guest House |
| Directions | From Alexandria: Highway 27 W to left on County Road 7,right on County Road 96 for 3 miles to property on the left. |
| City | Kensington |
| High School District | West Central Area |
| Zoning Description | Shoreline,Residential-Single Family |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Property Attached Y/N | No |
| Land Lease Y/N | No |
| Tax Annual Amount | 3447 |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://player.vimeo.com/video/1207882233 |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Lender Owned | No |
| Amenities Unit | Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Dock,Kitchen Center Island,Kitchen Window,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Patio,In-Ground Sprinkler,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Washer/Dryer Hookup,Wet Bar,Walk-In Closet |
| PostalCity | Kensington |
Interior Features
| Basement | Finished,Full,Walkout |
|---|---|
| Total Fireplaces | 2 |
| Fireplace Features | Family Room,Living Room,Wood Burning |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | Yes |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 1296 |
| 3/4 Baths | 2 |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Closet,Main Level |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 1296 |
| Total Baths | 2 |
| Bath Desc | 3/4 Basement,Double Sink,Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Rough In |
| Fuel | Electric,Propane,Wood |
| Garage Dimensions | 32 x 24 |
| Garage Square Feet | 768 |
| Waterfront Feet | 258 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Detached Garage,Finished Garage,Garage Door Opener |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Private |
| Lot Size Area | 1.14 |
| Building Area Total | 2592 |
| Lot Dimensions | Irregular |
| Waterfront Y/N | Yes |
| Foundation Area | 1296 |
| Road Frontage Type | Township,Unpaved Streets |
| Road Responsibility | Public Maintained Road |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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