Nestled in a private living and hunting retreat, this log home sits on 10.2 acres rich with natural beauty. Towering oak trees, some over 200 years old and wild grasslands provide a majestic backdrop, while Swensen Lake offers approximately 587 feet of serene waterfront shoreline. The hand-scribed log home with porch exudes rustic charm, accompanied by a large 30x40 4 car garage, 40x60 pole barn, and traditional corn crib for ample firewood storage. Accessible via a public-maintained country road, the property features a backup 20,000 KW standby generator for continuous power. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy duck hunting on Swensen Lake and abundant deer and pheasant on the land. Gardening space is available for cultivating fresh produce. This property offers rustic charm, natural beauty, and recreational opportunities for a peaceful retreat or outdoor paradise. PURCHASE THE LOG CABIN AND GARAGE ON +/- 3 ACRES CAN BE PURCHASED FOR $429,000. Other adjacent buildable lots are available.
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$560,000
17211 Sperry Lake Rd, Atwater, MN 56209
2beds
2,280sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
10.2 Acres Lot
$580,100 Zestimate®
$246/sqft
$1,659 Estimated rent
Home value
$580,100
$539,000 - $621,000
$1,659/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 27, 2025 at 10:12pm
Listed by:
Timothy E. Montgomery 612-701-5616,
DirectByOwner.com, Inc. / Montgomery & Associates Realty
Bought with:
Kristi Jo Block
eXp Realty
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6496150
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Lower
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x13
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x9
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26x14
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x6
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23x15
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
Features
- Basement: Block
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,280
- Total interior livable area: 2,280 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,140
- Finished area below ground: 960
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 4
- Details: Garage Dimensions (30x40), Garage Door Height (8), Garage Door Width (18)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake, South, West
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake View, Waterfront Elevation(4-10), Waterfront Num(34004300), Lake Acres(63)
- Body of water: Swenson Lake (Harrison Twp.)
Lot
- Size: 10.20 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot, Many Trees
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Additional Garage, Barn(s), Pole Building
- Foundation area: 1140
- Parcel number: 190150075
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank - Owned
- Wooded area: 217800
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Block, Frame
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt
Condition
- Age of Property: 28
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Power Company: Kandiyohi Power Cooperative
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Atwater
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/26/2024 | Sold | $560,000-3.3%$246/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6496150 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2024 | Pending sale | $579,000$254/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6496150 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $579,000$254/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6496150 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,008 +6.4% | $372,100 +16% |
| 2024 | $1,888 +0.6% | $320,900 +4.9% |
| 2023 | $1,876 -0.2% | $306,000 +6.1% |
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Neighborhood: 56209
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10A.C.G.C. North Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 5 mi
- 7/10A.C.G.C. SecondaryGrades: 7-12Distance: 7.7 mi
- 6/10Acgc Elementary Grades 5 And 6Grades: 5-6Distance: 7.7 mi
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- Minnesota
- Kandiyohi County
- Atwater
- 56209
- 17211 Sperry Lake Rd