For Sale: Fosston MLS# 6789097
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$299,000
Single Family: 1.5 Stories
5 br • 1 ba • Built 1918
2,405 sqft • 40 acres
Fosston schools
MLS# 6789097
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Property Description
Where the prairie meets the pines – welcome to this classic Minnesota farmstead on 40 acres just outside of Fosston. This older farmhouse offers over 2, 400 sq. ft. of space and is ready to be refreshed and restored into the country home of your dreams. With 6 bedrooms, there’s room for everyone—one bedroom on the main floor for convenience, and five more upstairs. The main level features a formal dining room with tall ceilings, a spacious kitchen with room for dining, and a full bathroom that also houses the laundry. A new well, installed by Gracco Well Drilling just two years ago, provides reliable water for years to come.
While the farmhouse is substantial, the true highlight of this property is the land and outbuildings. Multiple structures provide endless utility, including a cute little red barn, a detached 28x24 garage with a 20x7 lean-to, a 26x40 machine shed, and a 25x14 shed—plenty of space for storage, equipment, or hobbies.
The 40-acre parcel offers a unique blend of agricultural, rural, and recreational opportunities. It includes 10 acres of tillable land, 6 acres classified as non-tillable/woods/pasture, 4 acres of moderately treed land surrounding the building site, and 19 acres of wetland. The Poplar River meanders through the property, creating excellent cover and habitat for wildlife. Deer hunting here is especially appealing, with the property located in DPA 256. For the 2025 season, the DNR has issued a two-deer limit in this area, increasing opportunities for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts.
This location is a perfect balance of country living with city conveniences just 1.6 miles away in downtown Fosston. The community offers excellent services—education, healthcare, professional, and city resources—along with a strong local economy and vibrant culture. You’ll find arts, recreation, and a healthy lifestyle woven into the fabric of the area. Larger communities are within easy reach: Bagley (19 miles), Bemidji (45 miles), and Grand Forks (70 miles), all offering additional healthcare, shopping, entertainment, and education options.
Whether your vision is to restore this farmhouse, build a new home, start a hobby farm, or create a hunting and recreational getaway, the possibilities here are endless. Schedule your showing today and discover life where the prairie meets the pines.
Listing
Listing Status:
Active
Contingency:
None
List Price:
$299,000
Price per sq ft:
$124
Property Type:
Single Family
City:
Fosston
Garage Spaces:
4
County:
Polk
Year Built:
1918
State:
MN
Property Style:
1.5 Stories
Zip Code:
56542
Interior
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
1
Finished Area:
2,405 ft2
Total Fireplaces:
0
Living Area:
2,405 ft2
Common Wall:
No
Appliances Included:
- Dryer
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Basement Details:
Unfinished
Exterior
Stories:
One and One Half
Garage Spaces:
4
Garage Dimensions:
28x24
Garage Size:
672 ft2
Air Conditioning:
None
Foundation Size:
960 ft2
Foundation Dimensions:
24x40xx
Handicap Accessible:
None
Out Buildings:
Barn(s), Chicken Coop/Barn, Lean-To, Shed(s)
Road Responsibility:
Public Maintained Road
Heating System:
Forced Air
Parking Features:
Detached
Unit Amenities:
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
Road Frontage:
County Road
Exterior Material:
Fiber Board
Roof Details:
Age Over 8 Years
Rooms
1/4 Baths:
None
Full Baths:
1
Half Baths:
None
3/4 Baths:
None
Bathroom Details:
Main Floor Full Bath
Dining/Kitchen:
Kitchen/Dining Room
| Upper Level | Size | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 2 | — | — |
| Bedroom 3 | — | — |
| Bedroom 4 | — | — |
| Bedroom 5 | — | — |
| Bedroom 6 | — | — |
| Main Level | Size | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 1 | — | — |
| Dining Room | — | — |
| Kitchen | — | — |
| Living Room | — | — |
| Bathroom | — | — |
| Porch | — | — |
Lot & Land
Acres:
40
Geolocation:
47.5869774977, -95.7308167328
Lot Dimensions:
1318 x 1318
Wooded Acres:
11
Zoning:
- Agriculture
- Residential-Single Family
Lot Description:
- Many Trees
- Suitable for Horses
- Tillable
Farm
Farm Type:
Hobby
Tillable Acres:
10
Topography:
High Ground, Level, Low Land, Meadow, Rolling, Wooded
Schools
School District:
601
District Phone:
218-435-6335
Financial & Taxes
Tax Year:
2024
Annual Taxes:
$1,222
Lender-owned:
No
Assessment Pending:
No
Taxes w/ Assessments:
$1,452
Association Fee Required:
No
Association Fee:
None
Miscellaneous
Fuel System:
Oil
Sewer System:
Private Sewer
Water System:
- Drilled
- Well
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Disclaimer: The information contained in this listing has not been verified by TheMLSonline.com and should be verified by the buyer.