Discover peaceful country living on 8 beautiful acres in Bowlus with this exceptional 4,300+ finished square-foot home offering space, flexibility, and hobby farm potential. Conveniently located near Holdingford, Little Falls, Brainerd, and within 90 minutes of the Twin Cities, this private estate combines rural serenity with easy accessibility and is positioned on Royalton, Upsala, and Holdingford school bus routes. Designed for comfort and functionality, the home features 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, including four same-level bedrooms on the upper floor. The main level offers true one-level living and is handicap accessible, with all essential amenities conveniently located on the primary floor. A private primary suite provides a relaxing retreat with a jetted soaking tub and its own washer and dryer. The kitchen showcases granite and quartz countertops, generous workspace, and flows seamlessly into the formal dining area and inviting three-season sunroom overlooking the scenic landscape. The finished lower level expands the living space with two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, a spacious family room, and multiple storage areas. The attached heated three-stall garage offers direct access through the mudroom as well as separate access to the lower-level basement for added convenience. Outdoors, the property is ready for your rural lifestyle vision with a picturesque 1-acre pond, rolling pastureland, a livestock barn equipped with automatic water, a 40x48 pole barn, a chicken coop with enclosed run, and multiple garden areas. Recent updates include a new furnace, central air conditioning system, and water heaters, providing efficiency and peace of mind. This rare property offers the perfect blend of expansive living, modern comfort, and country charm ? an ideal opportunity for those seeking space, privacy, and possibility.
11688 40th Street | MLS# 7021631
This single family home located at 11688 40th Street, Bowlus, MN 56314 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $725,000. This property was built in 2002 and has 7 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 partial baths with 4301 sq. ft. 40th Street is located within the Royalton school district. Search Bowlus real estate on nanderson.counselorrealty.com today.
Bath: Bathroom Ensuite, Full Primary, Full Basement, Main Floor 1/2 Bath, Main Floor 3/4 Bath, Separate Tub & Shower, Upper Level Full Bath, Jetted Tub
Bathrooms 3/4: 1
Bathrooms Full: 3
Bathrooms Half: 1
Days on Site: 57
Dining: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Area, Eat In Kitchen, Informal Dining Room, Kitchen/Dining Room, Separate/Formal Dining Room
Down Payment Resource: Yes
Fireplace: Family Room, Gas, Living Room
Foundation Size: 1454
Lot: Cleared, Suitable for Horses, Tillable, Tree Coverage - Medium
Agency License Information: Counselor Realty, Inc. is licensed in Minnesota and Wisconsin; Counselor Realty, Inc. of Alexandria is licensed in Minnesota; Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes, LLC is licensed in Minnesota; Counselor Realty of Rochester is licensed in Minnesota; Counselor Realty of Victoria, LLC is licensed in Minnesota; Counselor Realty of Brainerd is licensed in Minnesota.
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11688 40th Street | MLS# 7021631
This single family home located at 11688 40th Street, Bowlus, MN 56314 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $725,000. This property was built in 2002 and has 7 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 partial baths with 4301 sq. ft. 40th Street is located within the Royalton school district. Search Bowlus real estate on nanderson.counselorrealty.com today.