12280 Mentzer Trail Chisago Lake Twp, MN 55045 - South Lindstrom
For Sale MLS# 7089074
2 beds 1 baths 1,320 sq ft Single Family
Details for 12280 Mentzer Trail
MLS# 7089074
Description for 12280 Mentzer Trail, Chisago Lake Twp, MN, 55045 - South Lindstrom
Welcome to your dream lake home! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-full-bath cottage on South Lindstrom Lake has been completely transformed since 2024 with extensive updates throughout. Set on a private 1.31-acre peninsula lot with 146 feet of direct lakeshore, this retreat offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and classic lakeside living in a quiet, wildlife-rich setting. The exterior features low-maintenance vinyl siding that requires virtually no upkeep — just enjoy the lake! Step inside the main cabin, where most of the interior has been thoughtfully updated with all-new knotty pine planking and sheetrock walls. New Luxury Vinyl Flooring (NuCore) runs throughout, supported by brand-new subflooring. Fresh ceiling paneling and recessed lighting create a bright, warm atmosphere. The spacious living area features a gas fireplace that makes the room completely cozy all winter long — perfect for relaxing after a day on the water. The brand-new kitchen includes custom cabinets, Silestone countertops and backsplash, new sink and faucet. Both bedrooms have been fully remodeled for comfort and style. You’ll love the all-new full bathroom with premium Silestone surfaces and custom cabinets, plus a brand-new laundry room complete with washer and dryer. Additional updates include a new entryway floor with Luxury Vinyl, a new 40-gallon water heater, new insulated ductwork to every vent from the furnace, and a new in-wall air conditioner for year-round comfort. Outside, enjoy the large, private yard surrounded by mature trees and abundant wildlife — ideal for boating, fishing, or simply relaxing on the screened porch with stunning lake views. The 2-car detached garage provides ample storage, and the updated septic/holding tank (installed 2024) offers peace of mind.Lake & Boating Highlights:Your 146 feet of shoreline sits on beautiful South Lindstrom Lake (approx. 455 acres). From your dock, you have direct, easy access to North Lindstrom Lake and Chisago Lake — giving you immediate enjoyment of well over 1,400 acres of connected water for boating, fishing, and recreation. When water levels are high enough for the channels and weirs to open fully, you can explore the entire Chisago Lakes chain, which encompasses over 7,000 acres across multiple connected lakes. It’s a boater’s and angler’s paradise with excellent opportunities for all skill levels.Bonus Lifestyle Perk: This property is less than a mile from Chisago Lakes Golf Course! Grab a golf cart and membership, and you’re all set — you can drive your cart straight there for a quick round or a day on the links. This prime location puts you close to town, golf courses, and Chisago Lakes High School while feeling wonderfully secluded on the peninsula. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway, year-round home, or investment property, this move-in-ready lakefront gem — with its extensive renovations and low-maintenance exterior — delivers unbeatable value and lifestyle.Key Recent Updates (2024–2025):New knotty pine planking & sheetrock walls throughout most of the cabinNew NuCore Luxury Vinyl Flooring + new subflooringBrand-new kitchen with Silestone countertops/backsplash, custom cabinets, new sink & faucetBrand-new full bathroom with Silestone & custom cabinetsNew laundry room with washer & dryerNew ceiling paneling + recessed lightingNew entryway Luxury Vinyl floorNew 40-gallon water heaterNew insulated ductwork to all vents from the furnaceNew in-wall air conditionerUpdated septic/holding tank (2024)
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Lot Size: 1.31 Acres
Square Feet: 1,320 sq ft
Year Built: 1954
Foundation: 1,320 sq ft
Garage: Yes
Stories: 1 Story
Subdivision: South Beach
County: Chisago
Days On Market: 18
Construction Status: Previously Owned
School Information
District: 2144 - Chisago Lakes
Room Information
Main Floor
Bedroom 1: 8x10
Bedroom 2: 8x10
Dining Room: 23x8
Kitchen: 13x15
Living Room: 15x15
Screened Porch: 9x12
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 1
Additonal Room Information
Bath Description: Main Floor Full Bath
Interior Features
Square Footage above: 1,320 sq ft
Basement: Crawl Space
Fireplaces: 1, Family Room, Gas Burning
Additional Interior Features: Main Floor Laundry, Main Floor Bedroom
Utilities
Water: Well
Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes, Holding Tanks
Cooling: Wall
Heating: Natural Gas, Fireplace, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Description: Detached Garage, Driveway - Asphalt, Garage Dimensions - 726, Garage Sq Ft - 726.0
Exterior: Vinyl
Lot View: Panoramic,South,West
Lot Dimensions: Irregular
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Deck, Tree Coverage - Heavy
Waterfront Details
Standard Water Body: South Lindstrom
DNR Lake ID: 13002800
Water Front Features: Lake Front
Water Frontage Length: 146 Ft.
Lake Acres: 455
Lake Depth: 34 Ft.
Lake Bottom: Reeds,Sand,Soft,Wetland
Lake Chain Name: Chisago Lakes
Lake Chain Acreage: 5357.000
Waterfront Slope: Gradual
Driving Directions
US-8 to Morgan Ave, left onto Olinda Trail N, follow 292nd St to Mentzer.
Financial Considerations
Other Annual Tax: $48
Tax/Property ID: 020165100
Tax Amount: 3548
Tax Year: 2025
HomeStead Description: Homesteaded
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