785 28th Ave SW, Backus, MN 56435
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OFF MARKET

$396,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,306 sqft (on 10 acres)

785 28th Ave SW, Backus, MN 56435

Est. Refi. Payment $2,317/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 10, 2016 for $202,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$397K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$33K (+9.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$196K (+96.9%)
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 +48% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$399K
August 2026$397K
July 2026$402K
June 2026$402K
May 2026$403K
April 2026$394K
March 2026$393K
February 2026$387K
January 2026$364K
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
1350 Big Bear Ln SW, Backus, MN
1.52
Single-Family Home
$218,000
01/06/26
2
1
1,120
1577 36th Ave SW, Backus, MN
2.89
Single-Family Home
$309,000
01/14/26
3
2
1,752
1863 Foxtail Ln SW, Backus, MN
2.88
Single-Family Home
$338,000
12/23/25
4
3
3,408
951 Swede Lake Trl SW, Backus, MN
2.81
Single-Family Home
$75,000
09/12/25
3
1
832
3851 Division St W, Backus, MN
3.14
Single-Family Home
$356,000
04/23/26
4
2
2,712
2758 18th St SW, Backus, MN
2.80
Single-Family Home
$250,000
11/20/25
2
1
855
2144 Hattie Point Trl NW, Backus, MN
2.97
Single-Family Home
$420,000
09/26/25
3
1.5
974
1914 Trefoil Dr SW, Backus, MN
2.91
Single-Family Home
$350,000
08/17/26
4
3
2,806
4090 8th St SW, Backus, MN
3.05
Single-Family Home
$175,000
03/17/26
2
1
1,280
3895 Division St W, Backus, MN
3.16
Single-Family Home
$324,900
04/30/26
3
1
1,926

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
886 28th Ave SW, Backus, MN 56435
0.36
$417,500
4
2
2,340
Off Market
598 28th Ave SW, Backus, MN 56435
0.45
$217,700
3
2
1,232
Off Market
TRACT 8th St SW #A, Backus, MN 56435
0.72
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Tbd 32nd Ave SW, Backus, MN 56435
0.76
-
-
-
-
Off Market
804 32nd Ave SW, Backus, MN 56435
0.76
$473,700
4
2
2,748
Off Market
3261 Eagle Lake Dr SW, Backus, MN 56435
1.01
$400,600
2
2
2,220
Off Market
3149 4th St SW, Backus, MN 56435
1.10
$374,500
2
1.5
1,232
Off Market
509 32nd Ave SW, Backus, MN 56435
1.16
$265,100
2
1
879
Off Market
12th St SW #8, Backus, MN 56435
1.25
$110,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
1224 28th Ave SW, Backus, MN 56435
1.26
$620,000
3
2
2,968
For Sale
3098 12th St SW, Backus, MN 56435
1.27
$228,500
4
3
2,464
Off Market
Parcel 6 12th St SW, Backus, MN 56435
1.31
-
-
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1960
10 acre lot
1,306 sqft
$304/sqft
Garage

About this House

Hobby farm for sale...
10 acre parcel with 4 Bedroom / 2 Bath home with main floor laundry and finished basement, plus outbuildings. Outbuildings include 2 barns, work shop, pole shed .

House has new roof this year....$13,,000 in retro energy weatherizer in the walls,. All new paint and flooring upstairs. A rare find in today's market!
785 28th Ave SW, Backus, MN 56435 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,306 sqft single-family home built in 1960. It last sold for $202,500 on Aug 10, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $396,700, with a rent estimate of $1,547/month.

Home Details for 785 28th Ave SW

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticTypes of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Workshop, Sun RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood, Laminate
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: StuccoFoundation Type: Concrete Block
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Carport, Garage Attached, Off Street, None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960Year Updated: 2019
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10.00 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 10, 2016
Source: N/A
Sold
$202,500
Jun 11, 2009
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #1776075
Sold
$204,000

Market trends in Backus

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Available listings
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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 785 28th Ave SW

  • What is 785 28th Ave SW estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 785 28th Ave SW in Backus, MN is $396,700.
  • What is the price history for 785 28th Ave SW?
    785 28th Ave SW in Backus, MN last sold for $202,500 in August 2016.
  • 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 785 28th Ave SW?
    The closest schools to 785 28th Ave 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 785 28th Ave SW have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 785 28th Ave SW in Backus, MN has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 785 28th Ave SW?
    The lot at 785 28th Ave SW in Backus, MN is about 10 acres.

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