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8946 285th Avenue NE

North Branch, MN 55056
  • $659,900
  • STATUS: Active
  • ON SITE: 53 Days
  • ID#: 7091458
UPDATED: 23 min ago
$659,900
  • 3
    BEDS
  • 9.51
    ACRES
  • 2
    BATHS
  • 1
    1/2 BATHS
  • 1,706
    SQFT
  • $387
    $/SQFT
Neighborhood:
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1885
County:

School Ratings & Info

School District:
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Description

Step back in time & experience the 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. 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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8946 285th Avenue NE North Branch, MN 55056

  • Price: $659,900
  • Status: Active
  • On Site: 53 Days
  • Updated: 23 min ago
  • ID#: 7091458
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
½ Baths
9.51
Acres
1,706
SQFT
$387
$/SQFT
1885
Built
Neighborhood:
Vassar Add
County:
Isanti
School District:
138 - North Branch
Property Description
Step back in time & experience the 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. 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.
Exterior Features

Construction Materials Post and BeamConcreteFrameStone Cultivated Area 9 Fencing None Foundation Area 1141 Garage Dimensions 45 x 55 Garage Door Height 10 Garage Door Width 16 Garage Square Feet 2475 Levels One and One Half Lot Features ClearedCorner LotGreen AcresSuitable for HorsesTillableTree Coverage - LightUnderground Utilities Lot Size Dimensions 637x650x634x650 Other Structures Garage(s)Barn(s)Grain BinGranaryLean-ToMilk HousePole BuildingWorkshopStorage Shed Parking Features CarportCoveredDetached GarageGravelElectricFloor DrainFinished GarageGarage Door OpenerHeated GarageInsulated GarageMultiple GaragesRV Access/ParkingStorage Pasture Area 9 Road Frontage Type Paved StreetsTownship Roof Age 8 Years or LessArchitectural ShingleAsphaltRolled/Hot Mop Soil Type LoamSand Topography Level Waterfront YN No

Interior Features

Above Grade Finished Area 1706 Amenities Unit Hardwood FloorsKitchen WindowPrimary Bedroom Walk-In ClosetNatural WoodworkPatioPaneled DoorsPorchWasher/Dryer HookupWalk-In Closet Appliances Double OvenDryerElectric Water HeaterENERGY STAR Qualified AppliancesFreezerMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWasher Basement Crawl SpaceOtherStorage Space Bath Desc 1/2 PrimaryPrivate PrimaryMain Floor 3/4 BathMain Floor Full BathUpper Level 1/2 Bath Bathrooms One Quarter 0 Below Grade Finished Area 0 Cooling Central AirDuctless Mini-Split Dining Room Description Eat In KitchenKitchen/Dining Room Fireplace YN No Fireplaces Total 0 Heating BaseboardDuctless Mini-SplitForced Air Rooms Bedroom (Main Level 14 x 9) Kitchen (Main Level 17 x 13) Laundry (Main Level) Living Room (Main Level 17 x 15) Office (Main Level 14 x 10) Porch (Main Level 21 x 6) Bedroom 2 (Upper Level 17 x 15) Bedroom 3 (Upper Level 10 x 10) Special Search All Living Facilities on One LevelMain Floor BedroomMain Floor LaundryPrimary Bdr Suite

Property Features

Accessibility Features None Additional Parcels YN No Assessment Pending No Association Fee 0 Association YN No Contingency None Electric Service - 60 Amp100 Amp Service150 Amp Service Farm Type CropHobbyHorseLivestockPoultry Foreclosure Status No Fractional Ownership YN No Fuel Natural Gas Irrigation Source Well Land Lease YN No Lender Owned No Manufactured Home N New Construction YN No Pool Features None Postal City North Branch Potential Short Sale No Power Company Name East Central Energy Present Use Yearly Property Attached YN No Property Sub Type Single Family Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road Sewer Private SewerTank with Drainage Field Tax Annual Amount 2816 Tax With Assessments 2816 Tax Year 2026 Water Source Well Zoning Description AgricultureResidential-Single Family

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