McGowan Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
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FOR SALE
1.75 ACRES

$299,900

    McGowan Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401

    Est. Mortgage $1,916/mo*
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    Home Highlights

    Lot/Land
    1.75 acre lot

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around McGowan Rd.
    • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    About this House

    What's unique:Waterfront viewsPartially wooded lot
    A rare opportunity to build your ideal lake home on famous North Long Lake in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area. This beautiful, partially wooded lot offers a nice setting for a walk-out floorplan, with waterfront views and direct access to sandy shoreline and gradual water depth, perfect for swimming and enjoying the lake. You'll be close to everything the Brainerd Lakes Area has to offer while still enjoying the peace and quiet of lakeside living. Whether you're planning a year-round home or a seasonal getaway, this property is well-suited for making the most of your time up north. Showings are by appointment only and must be accompanied by an agent.
    Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
    Listing courtesy of Brandon Hedlund, (218) 839-7568
    Real Broker, LLC
    Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#7101877
    Also Listed on NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

    Home Details for McGowan Rd

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, None Connected, Private Septic Available, Private Well Available
    Gas & Electric
    No Electric on Property
    View
    Has a ViewView: East, North

    Exterior Features

    Frontage
    WaterfrontWaterfront: Lake Front, Waterfront Elevation(10-15), Lake Bottom(Sand, Excellent Sand)Road Frontage: TownshipResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedOn Waterfront
    Farm & Range
    Frontage Length: Water Frontage: 100
    Surface & Elevation
    Topography: Level, Sloped, Walkout

    Days on Market

    Days on Market: 92

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Building
    No Additional Parcels
    Property Information
    Included in Sale: For Sale SignParcel Number: TBD

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $299,900

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Active

    Location

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

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: 7101877

    Community

    Community Features: No

    HOA

    No HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 1.75 Acres

    Offer

    Contingencies: None

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 7101877

    Additional Information

    No

    Around this home

    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

    • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

    • 51 % Say streets are well-lit

    • 49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

    • 40 % Say there are community events

    • 38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

    Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
    • John Tomonovich
      "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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    • Kp469grk4k
      "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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    • Mandolin C.
      "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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    • Irama6312
      "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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    • Candy B.
      "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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    • Kinzy
      "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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    • Rodneykrueger
      "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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    • Kinzy
      "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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    • Sarah R.
      "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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    • Teeks31
      "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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    • Mainerd12
      "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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    • Kimicole20
      "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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    • Talktothepawikwa
      "we have access to the bus and cab service. close to downtown and grocery stores as well as parks. We can access many different shopping centers and the hospital and clinics are within a 5 mile radius. "
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    • Lrworden
      "The development is adjacent Crow Wing State Park, including the trailhead of the Paul Bunyon Trail. High speed fiber installed in the area in 2017. It's smoking-fast internet connection at affordable prices. Just south of the 371 split allows for easy access to both Brainerd and Baxter. "
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    Market trends in Brainerd

    Last updated August 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $287K
    $3.68K    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
    100.0%
    0.2%    MoM
    Price per sq ft
    $164
    $6    MoM
    Available listings
    140
    10    MoM

    Home Value

    Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

    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
    Lot 5 Ruby Ln, Brainerd, MN
    0.38
    Lot/Land
    $35,000
    10/31/25
    -
    -
    6592 Ruby Ln, Brainerd, MN
    0.39
    Lot/Land
    $50,000
    08/21/26
    -
    -
    Tbd Ruby Ln, Brainerd, MN
    0.51
    Lot/Land
    $45,000
    12/12/25
    -
    -
    Ruby Ln, Brainerd, MN
    0.49
    Lot/Land
    $67,000
    11/25/25
    -
    -
    17241 Lisa Ct, Brainerd, MN
    1.12
    Lot/Land
    $70,000
    07/27/26
    -
    -
    PARCEL State Highway 371 #A, Brainerd, MN
    1.37
    Lot/Land
    $450,000
    04/21/26
    -
    -
    4368 Brady Blvd, Brainerd, MN
    1.71
    Lot/Land
    $150,000
    04/15/26
    -
    -
    4330 Brady Blvd, Brainerd, MN
    1.71
    Lot/Land
    $135,000
    12/09/25
    -
    -
    4274 Brady Blvd, Brainerd, MN
    1.71
    Lot/Land
    $85,000
    05/07/26
    -
    -
    4280 Brady Blvd, Brainerd, MN
    1.71
    Lot/Land
    $85,900
    08/14/26
    -
    -

    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
    TRACT Johnson Rd #B, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.04
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    TRACT Johnson Rd #A, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.04
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    TRACT Johnson Rd #C, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.04
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    17998 Johnson Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.06
    $800,600
    3
    3
    3,970
    Off Market
    17998 Johnson Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.06
    $572,400
    Studio
    -
    -
    Off Market
    McGowan Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.08
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    5784 McGawan Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.08
    $753,400
    3
    3.5
    3,290
    Off Market
    Lot 3 Ski Gull Ln SW, Nisswa, MN 56468
    0.08
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    McGowan Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.09
    -
    Studio
    -
    -
    Off Market
    5808 McGowan Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.09
    $862,200
    5
    3
    2,470
    Off Market
    5808 McGawan Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.09
    $690,100
    5
    3
    3,168
    Off Market
    5784 McGowan Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.11
    $1,385,800
    3
    3
    4,730
    Off Market
    5768 McGowan Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.12
    $724,100
    5
    3.5
    2,656
    Off Market
    Lot 1 McGowan Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.12
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    18218 Johnson Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.13
    $735,100
    4
    5
    3,116
    Off Market
    18222 Johnson Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.14
    $363,600
    1
    1
    455
    Off Market
    18248 Johnson Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.16
    $534,100
    4
    1
    1,420
    Off Market
    18302 Johnson Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.21
    $320,000
    2
    2
    1,792
    Recently Sold
    18320 Johnson Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.23
    $289,200
    Studio
    -
    2,470
    Off Market
    18320 Johnson Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401
    0.24
    $327,700
    2
    2
    1,776
    Off Market

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Jul 1, 2026
    Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7101877
    		Listed For Sale
    $299,900

    LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

    Brandon Hedlund, Real Broker, LLC
    Agent Phone: (218) 839-7568
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    Frequently asked questions about McGowan Rd

    • How big is McGowan Rd?
      McGowan Rd in Brainerd, MN is about 1.8 acres.
    • What is the price per acre for McGowan Rd?
      McGowan Rd in Brainerd, MN is listed at $299,900, or about $170K per acre.
    • What do residents say about Brainerd?
      Residents describe Brainerd, MN as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Brainerd, MN.
    • What are the closest schools to McGowan Rd?
      The closest schools to McGowan Rd in Brainerd, MN are Brainerd Senior High School (rated 9/10), Forestview Middle School (Elementary, rated 7/10), Nisswa Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 9/10).
    McGowan Rd, Brainerd, MN 56401 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 1, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 7101877.