$44,900
8624 Zim RoadZim, MN 55738
Land and lots · MLS 11966746 · Listed 56 days ago (Sep 4, 2026)
22 mi straight line to Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort (alpine resort) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this land
Grab the field journal and a pair of binoculars. Then experience land ownership from one of North America's most biodiverse ecosystems in the Sax-Zim Bog. This 20-acre parcel includes a gravel driveway, flat clearing, and a 32-by-11 all-weather shed for your nature headquarters. The shed, recently purchased and installed, is free and clear of rodent, insect, and weather damage. Set up deer stands for better vantage points around the property and ultimate wildlife-viewing bliss. According to the Friends of Sax-Zim Bog, nature enthusiasts have now documented more than 4,200 species of flora and fauna in this ecosystem. Be the next person to add something new to the list! More than 20,000 acres of privately owned and protected scientific natural area to the south means this 20-acre parcel has no outside hunting pressure. An existing camper trailer will be removed from the property.
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.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giants Ridge Golf & Ski ResortMN · homes near it | Alpine resort | 22 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Big Ridge Trail Cross-Country Ski TrailsMN · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 28 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
| McCarthy Beach State Park Cross-Country Ski TrailsMN · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 32 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Mother Bear Ski Trail Cross-Country Ski TrailsMN · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 34 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Howard Wagoner Trail Cross-Country Ski TrailsMN · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 36 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Mt. Itasca Winter Sports Center Cross-Country Ski TrailsMN · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 40 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 5:57 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.
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $44,900
- Original list price
- $50,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- Land and lots
- Lot size
- 20 acres
- County
- St. Louis County
- MLS number
- 11966746
- Annual property tax (2026)
- $228
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
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Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Zim.
Price and status history
- Original list price reported by the brokerage: $50,000
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
Estimate a monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment
$259 per month
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 26, 2026, 12:49 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 5:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.