Recently Viewed Properties
See This Home
Save This Listing
Close

View All Photos

$359,900 Just Listed

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 1,824 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 5 hours ago
See This Home
Save This Home
See This Home
Save This Home
Lake life without the usual price tag. This Lake Union property offers 176' of shoreline on 2.23 acres in a private, wooded setting just minutes from Alexandria. A creek winds through the backyard, drawing in wildlife. Yes, including a Bald Eagle nest, creating a setting that feels miles away from everything. New composite decking gives you a front-row seat to it all, whether it's morning coffee or happy hour! The home is built for ease with durable steel siding and low-maintenance ownership, so you spend more time enjoying the lake and less time working on it. Opportunities like this, solid condition, acreage, privacy, and shoreline are getting harder to find. If you've been waiting for an affordable entry into the Alexandria lakes area without sacrificing setting, this is one worth a look.

Full Property Details for 2497 County Rd 86 SE

General

  • Price: $359,900
  • Taxes: $1,759 (2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: NorthStarMLS_RMLS
  • MLS ID: 7050646
  • Updated: 4/8/2026
  • Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Freestanding, Pellet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Iron Filter, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • 3/4 Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Lower Level, Laundry Room, Sink, Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Lower Level, Laundry Room, Sink, Washer Hookup

Additional Information

  • Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Deck, Patio, Washer/Dryer Hookup

Exterior

  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Composite Decking, Deck, Patio

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: 24 x 24
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Concrete, Finished Garage, Garage Door Opener, Insulated Garage, No Int Access to Dwelling, Storage

Location

  • County: Douglas
  • Township: Alexandria
  • Subdivision: 1st Add Meades Sub
  • Driving Directions: CR 23 South towards Forada. Right on CR 86 to the property on the right.

School Information

  • School District: 1015 - Alexandria
  • High School District: Alexandria

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Ductless Mini-Split
  • Heating Type: Baseboard, Ductless Mini-Split, Fireplace(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Pellet

Utilities

  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
  • Water: Private, Well

Structural Information

  • Exterior Const.: Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Finished basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Block, Egress Window(s), Finished, Full, Walk-Out
  • Foundation Size: 912
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Disability Access: None
  • Square Feet: 1,824
  • Above Ground: 912 Sq. Ft.
  • Below Ground: 912 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Down/Base.: 1,824 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1974

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Storage Shed

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 2.31
  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Frontage: County Road, Paved Streets
  • Zoning: Shoreline, Residential-Single Family
  • Lot Description: Heavy Tree Coverage

Water Features

  • Water Front Desc.: Lakefront
  • Water Front Feet: 176
  • Lake Front: Yes

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $1,759
  • Tax Year: 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: SEC-09 TWP-127 RANG-37 6.98 AC OF G.LOT 4 SW OF '1ST ADDN MEADES SUB' EX E'LY 4.67 AC (175' ON LAKE UNION) AC 2.31
  • Property ID: 210145000

Listed by Counselor Realty Inc of Alex

Quickly Find Out More

* Indicates a required field

Yes, I would like more information. Please use and/or share my information with a Coldwell Banker ® affiliated agent to contact me about my real estate needs. By clicking Send Message, I request to be contacted by phone or text message and consent to being contacted by automated means. I understand that my consent to receive calls or texts is not a condition of purchasing any property, goods, or services. Alternatively, I understand that I can access real estate services by email or I can contact the agent myself.

If an Coldwell Banker affiliated agent is not available in the area where I need assistance, I agree to be contacted by a real estate agent affiliated with another brand owned or licensed by Anywhere Real Estate (BHGRE®, CENTURY 21®, Corcoran®, ERA®, or Sotheby’s International Realty®). I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.

We Value Your Privacy

Listing agent

— 2497 County Rd 86 SE —

  • Counselor Realty Inc of Alex

Get Pre-Approved Today

Be ready to buy your new home!

with our affiliated lender
NMLS#: 1598647

Get Pre-Approved

Get a Great Insurance Rate

Find the right home insurance for your new home!

with our affiliated in-house agency

Request a Quote

Save up to an additional 20% by bundling your home and auto together!

Be ready to buy your new home!

with our affiliated lender
NMLS#: 1598647

Get Pre-Approved

Find the right home insurance for your new home!

with our affiliated in-house agency

Request a Quote

Save up to an additional 20% by bundling your home and auto together!

Schools serving 2497 County Rd 86 SE

School District:Alexandria Public School District
NameGradesDistance
Woodland Elementary School, Alexandria, MN
1410 South McKay Avenue, Alexandria, MN 56308
K-63.9 mi
Discovery Junior High School
510 North Mc Kay Avenue Northeast, Alexandria, MN 56308
7-95.3 mi
Alexandria Area High School
4300 Pioneer Road Southeast, Alexandria, MN 56308
10-122.2 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 2497 County Rd 86 SE Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/06/2026
Listed
$359,900
129.97%
MLS
4/05/2012
Sold
$156,500
—
Public Record
Get Price Alerts and Save Property
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Tax History for 2497 County Rd 86 SE

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,946
-3%
$256,600
3%
2023
$2,006
5%
$250,100
6%
2023
$1,916
6%
$236,000
9%
2022
$1,808
-1%
$215,900
14%
2021
$1,820
—
$190,200
2%
2018
$1,814
6%
$186,300
2%
2019
$1,714
6%
$181,900
2%
2018
$1,616
6%
$178,500
3%
2017
$1,526
-4%
$174,100
5%
2016
$1,592
—
$166,355
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Estimate the Cost for 2497 County Rd 86 SE

$
Down Payment
%
$
%

$
$

*These costs are estimates, and the interest rates assume exceptional credit standing.

Be ready to buy your new home!

with our affiliated lender
NMLS#: 1598647

Get Pre-Approved

Down Payment Resource

Listed by Counselor Realty Inc of Alex

Similar Properties near 2497 County Rd 86 SE

This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.

219 12th Ave W, Alexandria, MN 56308 - Photo 1
$349,900

219 12th Ave W  Alexandria, MN 56308

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • Updated 5 days ago
  • 4
    Beds
  • 3
    Total Baths
  • 2,688
    Sq. Ft.
Listed by Compass

Just Listed near 2497 County Rd 86 SE

This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.

6149 Storage Ln NE, Carlos, MN 56319 - Photo 1 Just Listed
$425,250

6149 Storage Ln NE  ##70  Carlos, MN 56319

  • Commercial
  • Active
  • Updated 5 days ago
  • 6,400
    Sq. Ft.
  • 0.2
    Acres
Listed by Coldwell Banker Crown Realtors
6149 Storage Ln NE, Carlos, MN 56319 - Photo 1 Just Listed
$317,900

6149 Storage Ln NE  ##67  Carlos, MN 56319

  • Commercial
  • Active
  • Updated 5 days ago
  • 6,400
    Sq. Ft.
Listed by Coldwell Banker Crown Realtors
18993 County 4, Osakis, MN 56360 - Photo 1 Just Listed
$524,900

18993 County 4  Osakis, MN 56360

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • Updated 3 hours ago
  • 3
    Beds
  • 3
    Total Baths
  • 3,391
    Sq. Ft.
Listed by Amanda Koch (763) 228-2990
807 E Lake St, Osakis, MN 56360 - Photo 1 Just Listed
$139,500

807 E Lake St  Osakis, MN 56360

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • Updated 5 hours ago
  • 2
    Beds
  • 1
    Total Bath
  • 780
    Sq. Ft.
Listed by Central MN Realty LLC

Price Reduced near 2497 County Rd 86 SE

This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.

Lot 2 Rutten Ln NE, Carlos, MN 56319 - Photo 1 Price Reduced
-$1,500 (-1.15%)
$128,500

Lot 2 Rutten Ln NE  Carlos, MN 56319

  • Lots/Land
  • Active
  • Updated 5 days ago
  • 7.4
    Acres
Listed by Randy Fischer Real Estate, Inc
000 Miltona Carlos Road NE, Carlos, MN 56319 - Photo 1 Price Reduced
-$5,000 (-10.02%)
$44,900

000 Miltona Carlos Road NE  Carlos, MN 56319

  • Lots/Land
  • Active
  • Updated 6 days ago
  • 2.5
    Acres
Listed by Central MN Realty LLC
11198 Wallen Road NW, Brandon, MN 56315 - Photo 1 Price Reduced
-$9,000 (-1.39%)
$640,000

11198 Wallen Road NW  Brandon, MN 56315

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • Updated 13 hours ago
  • 3
    Beds
  • 2
    Total Baths
  • 2,800
    Sq. Ft.
Listed by Beycome Brokerage Realty LLC
740 6th Ave SE, Glenwood, MN 56334 - Photo 1 Price Reduced
-$4,900 (-2.97%)
$160,000

740 6th Ave SE  Glenwood, MN 56334

  • Single Family
  • Active
  • Updated 6 days ago
  • 3
    Beds
  • 1
    Total Bath
  • 1,066
    Sq. Ft.
Listed by Minnewaska Insurance & Real Es

Recent Sales near 2497 County Rd 86 SE

This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.

2589 Burgen Ln S E, Alexandria, MN 56308 - Photo 1 Sold
$333,000

2589 Burgen Ln S E  Alexandria, MN 56308

  • Single Family
  • Closed
  • 4
    Beds
  • 2
    Total Baths
  • 1,920
    Sq. Ft.
Listed by Edina Realty, Inc.
Sold by LPT Realty, LLC
2580 Lois Ln SE, Alexandria, MN 56308 - Photo 1 Sold
$390,000

2580 Lois Ln SE  Alexandria, MN 56308

  • Single Family
  • Closed
  • 4
    Beds
  • 2
    Total Baths
  • 2,184
    Sq. Ft.
Listed by Real Estate by Jo, LLC
Sold by Edina Realty, Inc.
2920 Wilderness Ridge Road SE, Alexandria, MN 56308 - Photo 1 Sold
$375,000

2920 Wilderness Ridge Road SE  Alexandria, MN 56308

  • Single Family
  • Closed
  • Updated 1 day ago
  • 3
    Beds
  • 2
    Total Baths
  • 1,594
    Sq. Ft.
Listed by Real Estate by Jo, LLC
Sold by Real Estate by Jo, LLC
603 Runestone Dr, Alexandria, MN 56308 - Photo 1 Sold
$327,000

603 Runestone Dr  Alexandria, MN 56308

  • Single Family
  • Closed
  • 4
    Beds
  • 3
    Total Baths
  • 2,460
    Sq. Ft.
Listed by Counselor Realty Inc of Alex
Sold by Edina Realty, Inc.

2497 County Road 86 SE, Alexandria, MN 56308 (MLS# 7050646) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 0 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 2497 County Road 86 SE is currently listed for $359,900 and was received on April 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 2497 County Road 86 SE? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Alexandria? You can browse all Alexandria real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

Tour this property