1283 Island Lake Dr NW Backus, MN 56435
Property details
About 1283 Island Lake Dr NW
Log home on 1.62 wooded acres with 199 ft of frontage on Island Lake! Built in 1985, this 2BR/2BA home offers over 2,400 sq ft with a walkout basement, 2-stall attached garage, and spacious open floorplan. Features include vaulted wood ceilings, a stone wood-burning fireplace, center island kitchen, and a 4-season porch with peaceful views. The walkout basement offers bonus rooms, a second bath, and expansion potential. While some updates are needed, this is a great opportunity to create your dream retreat. Private setting with mature trees and a natural shoreline, perfect for quiet paddling or enjoying wildlife. Located just outside Backus with easy access to trails, lakes, and public land.
Highlights
Summary
- Basement: Yes
- Fireplace: Family Room, Stone, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached Garage
- Waterfront: Lake Front
- View: Lake
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $295,500
- Price/SqFt: $122
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,394
- Tax Year: 2022
- Lot: Many Trees
- Directions: From Backus, North on 45th Ave NW 1.7 miles. Left on Pine Mountain Lk Rd NW .2 miles. Right on Island Lake Dr NW to property on left.
- Year Built: 1985
- Living Area: 2,420 SqFt
- MLS Number: 6738359
- MLS Name: NORTHSTAR
- Office Name: Gallery of Homes
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $308,700 | $1,394 |
| 2021 | $249,900 | $1,474 |
| 2020 | $233,600 | $1,394 |
| 2019 | $224,400 | $1,414 |
| 2018 | $209,200 | $1,370 |
| 2017 | $190,788 | $1,370 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Pine River-Backus Elementary School
Public District PK-6
10.2 mi
•401 Murray Ave
7
Nevis Elementary School
Public District PK-6
17.2 mi
•210 Pleasant St W
2
W.H.A. Elementary School
Public District PK-6
17.2 mi
•301 4th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,900. The most common annual income of people living in Backus, MN is between $35k-100k. The majority of families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
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NASCAR
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Bass Pro Shops
Dollar General
Wal-Mart
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Hardee's
Applebees
Jimmy Johns
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GMC
Cadillac
Ram
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Classic Country
Oldies
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Frequently asked questions
About 1283 Island Lake Dr NW
The listing price of 1283 Island Lake Dr NW property is $295,500.
The property 1283 Island Lake Dr NW is a house located in Backus, Minnesota, 56435.
Active Listing: 1283 Island Lake Dr NW is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1283 Island Lake Dr NW are: Pine River-Backus Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Nevis Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), W.H.A. Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Pequot Lakes Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Crosslake Community Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Park Rapids Century Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Pine River-Backus Area Learning Center (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Pine River-Backus High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Walker-Hackensack-Akeley Secondary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $1,394 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1283 Island Lake Dr NW has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1283 Island Lake Dr NW is 2,420 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1283 Island Lake Dr NW is 1985.
This home is located at 1283 Island Lake Dr NW in Backus, MN and zip code 56435. This 2,420 square foot home was built in 1985. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $295,500.
While more than 2 listings in Backus, MN in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 4 were sold below. In June 2025 in Backus, MN there were 30.8% more homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $252,250, while the average time on the real estate market was 36 days.