1780 138th Avenue Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024 - Deer Lake
Active Contingent MLS# 7011509
4 beds 4 baths 4,453 sq ft Single Family
Listed by: Edina Realty, Inc.
Details for 1780 138th Avenue
MLS# 7011509
Description for 1780 138th Avenue, Saint Croix Falls, WI, 54024 - Deer Lake
A rare opportunity to own one of Deer Lake's most iconic properties. Perfectly positioned on 1.33 acres with 171 feet of pristine shoreline, this Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired architectural masterpiece was designed in 1963 by renowned architect Elizabeth Close for Governor Elmer L. Anderson and his wife, Eleanor.Thoughtfully integrated into its natural surroundings, the property offers exceptional privacy while directly adjoining more than 120 acres of protected conservancy land featuring scenic hiking trails that will remain forever undeveloped. This is a truly one-of-a-kind setting where timeless architecture and nature exist in perfect harmony.See the supplements for the fascinating history of this extraordinary home and its distinguished legacy.Deer Lake is celebrated for its crystal-clear water, outstanding fishing, and exceptional water quality. Conveniently located less than an hour from the Twin Cities and just minutes from the charming towns of St. Croix Falls and Balsam Lake, you'll enjoy easy access to local dining, wineries, shopping, and year-round recreation.Properties of this architectural significance and remarkable setting rarely become available, offering an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Wisconsin history.
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family, Cabin,Rural Residential
Status: Active Contingent-Other
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Lot Size: 1.33 Acres
Square Feet: 4,453 sq ft
Year Built: 1963
Foundation: 3,267 sq ft
Garage: Yes
Stories: Four or More Level Split
County: Polk
Days On Market: 11
Construction Status: Previously Owned
School Information
District: 5019 - Saint Croix Falls
Room Information
Main Floor
Bedroom 1: 17x16
Bedroom 2: 10x10
Bedroom 3: 15x13
Bedroom 4: 15x14
Dining Room: 23x15
Family Room: 19x12
Kitchen: 18x13
Living Room: 29x19
Media Room: 16x15
Screened Porch: 23x11
Lower Floor
Recreation Room: 30x20
Bathrooms
Full Baths: 1
3/4 Baths: 3
Additonal Room Information
Family: Entertainment/Media Center,Great Room,Main Level
Dining: Eat In Kitchen,Separate/Formal Dining Room
Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Bath Description: Double Sink,Full Primary,Main Floor 3/4 Bath,Private Primary,Two Primary Baths
Interior Features
Square Footage above: 3,915 sq ft
Square Footage below: 538 sq ft
Appliances: Trash Compactor, Washer, Water Softener - Owned, Stainless Steel Appliances, Range, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer
Basement: Partial Finished, Walkout, Storage Space
Fireplaces: 1, Amusement Room, Wood Burning
Additional Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, Natural Woodwork, Kitchen Window, Security System, Skylight, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Kitchen Center Island, All Living Facilities on One Level, Main Floor Bedroom, Tile Floors, Main Floor Laundry, Main Floor Primary
Utilities
Water: Well, Private
Sewer: Private, Tank with Drainage Field, Septic System Compliant - Yes
Cooling: Central
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Exterior / Lot Features
Attached Garage: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Description: Attached Garage, Driveway - Asphalt, Garage Sq Ft - 841.0
Exterior: Wood
Roof: Age 8 Years or Less, Flat
Lot View: South
Lot Dimensions: 171x301x167x322
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Panoramic View, Patio, Porch, Deck, Dock, In-Ground Sprinkler, Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Heavy, Road Frontage - Private, Paved Streets
Waterfront Details
Boat Facilities: Boat Facilities
Standard Water Body: Deer Lake
DNR Lake ID: 600083825
Water Front Features: Lake Front
Water Frontage Length: 171 Ft.
Lake Acres: 786
Lake Depth: 46 Ft.
Lake Bottom: Sand
Waterfront Slope: Gradual
Driving Directions
Hwy 8 East, North on Hwy 35, Right on 140th Street, Right on 138th Avenue/Anderson Lane veer left to the end of the road.
Financial Considerations
Tax/Property ID: 006008910001
Tax Amount: 14860
Tax Year: 2025
HomeStead Description: Non-Homesteaded
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