2189 8th St   SW, Backus, MN 56435
OFF MARKET

$780,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,606 sqft (on 80.72 acres)

2189 8th St SW, Backus, MN 56435

Est. Refi. Payment $4,620/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 19, 2023 for $708,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$780K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$45K (+6.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$65K (+9.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +52% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$773K
August 2026$780K
July 2026$778K
June 2026$774K
May 2026$770K
April 2026$762K
March 2026$773K
February 2026$756K
January 2026$738K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2.25
Single-Family Home
$673,000
11/26/25
4
3.5
3,282
1.94
Single-Family Home
$420,000
09/26/25
3
3
1,800
2.71
Single-Family Home
$525,000
10/20/25
4
2.5
2,842
2.13
Single-Family Home
$435,000
10/10/25
3
1
1,208
2.96
Single-Family Home
$338,000
12/23/25
4
3
3,408
2.03
Single-Family Home
$218,000
01/06/26
2
1
1,120
2.55
Single-Family Home
$800,000
10/15/25
2
1
1,920
2.59
Single-Family Home
$420,000
09/26/25
3
1.5
974

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.25
$386,200
3
3
2,016
Off Market
0.66
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.69
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.73
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.73
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.80
$290,200
3
1
1,525
Off Market
0.80
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.82
$489,800
4
2
2,068
Off Market
0.87
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1.02
$391,500
4
2
1,720
Off Market
1.09
-
-
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 2189 8th St SW.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 2006
80.72 acre lot
3,606 sqft
$216/sqft
10 Car Garage

About this House

Inspiring 80 acre hobby farm just minutes from Pine River, Minnesota and the Whitefish chain of lakes. You will love the panoramic views, three bedroom & three bath main home with fresh updates, in-floor heat, out door wood boiler, country kitchen, main floor primary suite, attached finished garage, two bedroom, one bath year round guest home, green house, 36x50 shop, 48x36 horse barn with tack room, 6 stalls, and chicken coop.
2189 8th St SW, Backus, MN 56435 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,606 sqft single-family home built in 2006. It last sold for $708,500 on Sep 19, 2023 (6% below the $749,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $780,000.
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Adam Kalenberg, (218) 330-9066
Northland Sotheby's International Realty
Jacqueline Kalenberg, (507) 254-9958
Bought with: Amanda Cline, (218) 821-2825, Central MN Realty LLC
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6415624

Home Details for 2189 8th St SW

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space,Daylight,Finished,ICFs (Insulated Concrete Forms),Partial,Concrete,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3606 Square FeetFoundation Area: 1692
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Fireplace(s),In-Floor Heating,Outdoor Furnace,Wood StoveHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Electric, Living Room, Other, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Gas: Electric, Propane, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneAccessibility: None
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFencing: Partial, Wire, WoodOther Structures: Barn(s), Greenhouse, Guest House, Loafing Shed, OtherNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 10Number of Covered Spaces: 10Other Parking: Garage Dimensions (24x24)No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 10Parking: Attached,Gravel,Garage Door Opener
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: TownshipRoad Surface Type: UnimprovedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Other, Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
Farm & Range
Horse Amenities: Tack Room
Surface & Elevation
Topography: High Ground, Pasture
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2086 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 1520 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 7

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2006
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyHas Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 020181200Additional Parcels Description: 020181300

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $749,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Aug 18 2023

Location

Direction & Address
City: Backus
School Information
High School District: Pine River-Backus

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3606 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 80.72 Acres

Offer

Contingencies: None

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 6415624Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2086Activation Date: Fri Aug 11 2023

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 19, 2023
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6415624
Sold
$708,500
Aug 25, 2023
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6415624
Pending
$749,900
Aug 18, 2023
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6415624
ListingRemoved
Aug 11, 2023
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6415624
Listed For Sale
$749,900
Dec 4, 2020
Source: N/A
Sold
$500,000

Market trends in Backus

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
Available listings
24
1
MoM

What Locals Say about Backus

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 100 % Say there are community events

  • 100 % Say car is needed

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 100 % Say there's wildlife

  • 100 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 50 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 20 % Say neighbors are friendly

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Marykay H.
    "My mom used to live here and every summer we would be up at the house, playing in the lake, running through the yard and walking around the small lake. There are things for families to do together, a great little senior center, and decent schools. I would recommend Backus for everyone."

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Frequently asked questions about 2189 8th St SW

  • What is 2189 8th St SW estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2189 8th St SW in Backus, MN is $780,000.
  • What is the price history for 2189 8th St SW?
    2189 8th St SW in Backus, MN last sold for $708,500 in September 2023.
  • Is Backus a buyer's or seller's market?
    Backus is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What are the closest schools to 2189 8th St SW?
    The closest schools to 2189 8th St SW in Backus, MN are Pine River-Backus Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 4/10), Pine River-Backus High School (Middle, rated 5/10).
  • Does 2189 8th St SW have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2189 8th St SW in Backus, MN has air conditioning.
  • Does 2189 8th St SW have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2189 8th St SW in Backus, MN has in-unit laundry.

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