Lori Gustafson

16984 County Road 96 Sw

Kensington, MN
$ 799,000 Beds 3 Baths 2 Sq 2,592 Virtual Tour
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Experience the Up North lifestyle without the Up North drive. Set on over 1 acre with an impressive 258 feet of shoreline on Freeborn Lake, this private wooded retreat offers the perfect blend of seclusion, recreation, and convenience just minutes from Kensington, Alexandria, Andes Tower Hills (downhill snow skiing), snowmobile trails, and countless outdoor activities. Freeborn Lake is known for excellent fishing, boating, kayaking, and year-round enjoyment. With the room to comfortably accommodate family and friends, this property offers outstanding short-term rental potential for both summer and winter visitors. Nearly every major improvement has already been completed, including a new garage with guest house (comes fully furnished) & EV plug-in, new kitchen, new bathrooms, mechanical systems, irrigation, landscaping, freshly stained exterior, composite decking and more! Designed for gathering, the home features fireplaces on both the main and lower levels, a walkout basement, two main-level bedrooms, plus two additional (non-conforming) bedrooms downstairs. The furnished guest house provides exceptional flexibility with a living room, bedroom (5th bedroom), and space roughed in for a third bathroom, ideal for guests, extended family, or added privacy. The dock and lift are included, most furnishings are negotiable, and everything is ready for immediate enjoyment. Privacy, extensive updates, 258 feet of lakeshore, and year-round recreation, it's all here.

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 799,000
  • City
  • Kensington
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • DOUGLAS
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Hoffman Add
  • Lot Size
  • 1.14 Acres
  • Zip
  • 56343
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,592
  • Year Built
  • 2001
  • Taxes
  • $ 3447
  • Style
  • Single Family
  • MLS#
  • 7082706
Listed By: Counselor Realty Inc of Alex
Data Source: Northstar MLS (NSTAR)

Features

General

Living Area 2592
Sewer Private Sewer
Heating Ductless Mini-Split,Forced Air,Fireplace(s),Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air,Ductless Mini-Split
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Dishwasher,Dryer,Water Osmosis System,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Softener Owned
Garage Spaces 2
Construction Materials Frame
Year Built 2001
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family
Tax Year 2026
Waterfront Features Lake Front
Accessibility None
County Douglas
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Contingency None
Subdivision Name Hoffman Add
Other Structures Garage(s),Bunk House,Guest House
Directions From Alexandria: Highway 27 W to left on County Road 7,right on County Road 96 for 3 miles to property on the left.
City Kensington
High School District West Central Area
Zoning Description Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
Lot Size Units Acres
Property Attached Y/N No
Land Lease Y/N No
Tax Annual Amount 3447
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Virtual Tour https://player.vimeo.com/video/1207882233
Standard Status Active
Lender Owned No
Amenities Unit Ceiling Fan(s),Deck,Dock,Kitchen Center Island,Kitchen Window,Main Floor Primary Bedroom,Patio,In-Ground Sprinkler,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Washer/Dryer Hookup,Wet Bar,Walk-In Closet
PostalCity Kensington

Interior Features

Basement Finished,Full,Walkout
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Family Room,Living Room,Wood Burning
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 1296
3/4 Baths 2
Laundry Features Laundry Closet,Main Level
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 1296
Total Baths 2
Bath Desc 3/4 Basement,Double Sink,Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Rough In
Fuel Electric,Propane,Wood
Garage Dimensions 32 x 24
Garage Square Feet 768
Waterfront Feet 258

Exterior Features

Parking Features Detached Garage,Finished Garage,Garage Door Opener
Water Source Private
Lot Size Area 1.14
Building Area Total 2592
Lot Dimensions Irregular
Waterfront Y/N Yes
Foundation Area 1296
Road Frontage Type Township,Unpaved Streets
Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Faribault, MN office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

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Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

6/15/2026 Listed $849,000
7/14/2026 4% - $819,000
8/20/2026 3% - $799,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 56343

Price
AVG $520K
$800K
Taxes
AVG $3,194
$3,447
Year Built
AVG 1988
2001
Visits
AVG 28
68
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16984 County Road 96 Sw Kensington, MN is a Single Family Home for sale at $799000 with 2592 sqft and a lot size of 1.14 Acres Acre(s). 16984 County Road 96 Sw Kensington has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 2001. The property's zip code is 56343 which is in Kensington, MN

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Lori Gustafson

Lori Gustafson

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507-323-4348

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