17976 County Road 3, Brainerd, MN 56401
SOLD
OCT 1, 2025

17976 County Road 3
Brainerd, MN 56401

  • 3 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,981 sqft (on 5.94 acres)

$575,000

Last Sold: Oct 1, 2025
2% below list $585K
$193/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,256/mo*
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$575,000

Last Sold: Oct 1, 2025
2% below list $585K
$193/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,256/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,981 sqft
(on 5.94 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

This spacious country retreat offers a perfect blend of comfort and functionality. Nestled on just under 6 acres, the home features 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and multiple living spaces ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. The property offers a welcoming front porch, a bright 3 season sunroom, a spacious deck and large living room overlooking the serene fenced pasture. The main floor offers the owners suite with an adjoining owners bathroom, along with the kitchen and dining room with a bay window and laundry room. Additional highlights include attached and detached garages, fenced pasture and an outbuilding with workshop area, a lean-2, horse stalls, tack room and a chicken coop - ideal for hobby farming, additional garage space or storage. This home is a perfect combination of comfort, space and convenience to town!
17976 County Road 3, Brainerd, MN 56401 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,981 sqft single-family home built in 1991. It last sold for $575,000 on Oct 1, 2025 (2% below the $585,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $591,000, with a rent estimate of $3,274/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
4 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$193/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 17976 County Road 3

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Block,Daylight,Finished,Full,Storage Space,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room, Three Season Porch
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2981 Square FeetFoundation Area: 1172
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Laundry Room,Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family Room, GasHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Power Company: Crow Wing PowerGas: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfAccessibility: None
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Age Over 8 YearsPatio / Porch: Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, ScreenedOther Structures: Garage(s)
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 4Number of Covered Spaces: 4Other Parking: Garage Dimensions (30x24)No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Attached,Detached Garage,Multiple Garages
Frontage
Road Frontage: County RoadResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic System Compliant - Yes
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2056 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 925 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 12

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1991
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 99230508

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $585,000Price Per Sqft: $193/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Aug 09 2025

Location

Direction & Address
City: Brainerd
School Information
High School District: Brainerd

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2981 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5.94 Acres

Offer

Contingencies: None

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 6761880Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2056
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Nina Karsky, (218) 821-3373
Edina Realty, Inc.
Bought with: Adam Kalenberg, (218) 330-9066, Northland Sotheby's International Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6761880

Price History for 17976 County Road 3

DatePriceEventSource
10/01/2025$575,000Sold
NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6761880
08/09/2025$585,000PendingNorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6761880
07/28/2025$585,000Listed For SaleNorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6761880
09/08/2017$330,000Sold
NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4839088
07/31/2017$342,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/06/2017$350,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/01/2009$270,000Sold
Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #1775223

Market trends in Brainerd

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$286K
$2.32KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$150
$1MoM
Available listings
153
6MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,853
Assessment$474,100
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Brainerd

At least 73 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say there's wildlife

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 51 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 40 % Say there are community events

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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    "It’s a pretty decent place to live. It has reasonable shopping options in town. There are several big box stores and decent medical facilities every direction you turn."
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    "many parks near by, walking trails, a local ice cream shop and a ice cream truck that goes all over town. water accesses available as well, what more could you ask for?"
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    "We’re pretty safe in all areas except NE Brainerd. Just passed a referendum to rebuild our schools. Population tripled in the summer. Love the lakes! "
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    "It’s quiet, and friendly. I have lived here for 7 years and have never had an issue with any neighbors"
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    "everyone is to in to there own life..... we, all just live happy life's and or don't care. ha ha like my peeps."
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    "The elementary schools in town have sandwiches stations. Which that is a free lunch for families in need and it’s offered at all elementary schools Monday thru Friday and thru the whole summer!! "
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    "I've lived here for three years the neighborhood is very good my neighbors are neighborly we help each other out we all take pride in their yards in the way our streets look"
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    "It’s definitely a pet friendly area. In fact people walk theirs dogs everyday, and are welcome at most parks too! "
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    "Dogs are very welcome in our neighborhood, people are very friendly, and we have a big dog friendly park in the center of our area."
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    "Everyone minds their own business, but yet is very friendly. This neighborhood has a good vibe even though we are all pretty close. We still feel like we have privacy. "
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    "I have lived in my neighborhood for 30 years, town is a short distance away and it has everything I need. "
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    "Red Sand Lake in the back yard. Close to town. Next to the larger Gull Lake. Beautiful adult trees. Private cull de sac. Park-like views, and natural landscaping."
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