For saleReduced $24,900 from $499,900Virtual tour

$475,000

2 beds906 sq ft0.66 acres

20578 Pike AvenueAitkin, MN 56431

Homes, condos and townhomes · MLS 11948811 · Listed 56 days ago (Sep 4, 2026)

12 mi straight line to Larson Lake Ski Trail (public cross-country trails) · Ski access details

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About this property

This elevated A-frame cabin hits all the right angles, especially a jaw-dropping view of mighty Mille Lacs Lake. Head down to the water and discover clean, sandy lake bottom that extends well beyond shore, perfect for swimming, wading, and summer days on the lake. What's more, this lake home includes a timeless boathouse, something increasingly rare in today's world of ever-tightening lakefront restrictions. A spacious detached garage provides room for vehicles, boats, toys, and gear. A charming miniature A-frame outbuilding adds extra storage or play space, while a newer metal roof brings a valuable update to the main cabin. Located just outside Garrison, the property keeps groceries, dining, gas, public boat access, and everyday essentials only minutes away. Classic angles, sandy shoreline, and big Mille Lacs views. This is lake life from the right point of view.

Description provided by the listing brokerage.

Ski access and nearby skiing

Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.

Nearby ski areas with straight-line distance
Ski areaTypeStraight-line distanceMeasured to
Larson Lake Ski TrailMN · homes near itPublic cross-country trails12 miTrailhead areaBase area (mapped point)
Mille Lacs Kathio State Park Cross-Country Ski TrailsMN · homes near itPublic cross-country trails13 miTrailhead areaBase area (mapped point)
No Achen Bicentennial / Tank TrailsMN · homes near itPublic cross-country trails15 miTrailhead areaBase area (mapped point)
French Rapids XC Ski Area Cross-Country Ski TrailsMN · homes near itPublic cross-country trails18 miTrailhead areaBase area (mapped point)
Northland Arboretum Cross-Country Ski TrailsMN · homes near itPublic cross-country trails20 miTrailhead areaBase area (mapped point)
Pine Beach Ski Trail Cross-Country Ski TrailsMN · homes near itPublic cross-country trails27 miTrailhead areaBase area (mapped point)

Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 10:07 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.

Ski access claims

The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.

Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Daniel Schueller of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty Exclusive.

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Facts

List price
$475,000
Original list price
$499,900
Status
For sale
Property type
House
Bedrooms
2
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Interior area
906 sq ft
Lot size
0.66 acres
Year built
1976
Stories
2
County
Aitkin County
MLS number
11948811
Annual property tax (2026)
$1,664

Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.

Features

Appliances

  • Washer
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Water Heater
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Carpet

Basement

  • Unfinished

Heating

  • Radiant
  • Baseboard
  • Propane

Construction

  • Wood Siding

Roof

  • Metal

Water

  • Well

Sewer

  • Septic Tank

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Location

Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Aitkin.

Price and status history

  • Original list price reported by the brokerage: $499,900

Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.

Estimate a monthly payment

$95,000
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Estimated monthly payment

$2,678 per month

Principal and interest$2,402
Property tax$139
Homeowners insurance$138
Loan amount$380,000
Total interest over the term$484,669

An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.

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Questions to ask before you buy

Good questions for any home near the slopes.

  1. How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
  2. Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
  3. Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
  4. Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
  5. What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
  6. For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.

Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget

Guides and next steps

Listing courtesy of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty Exclusive. Listing agent: Daniel Schueller. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.

Listing updated Oct 27, 2026, 3:14 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 10:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.