16984 County Road 96 SW
Kensington, MN, 56343 $ 799,000
Bedrooms3 Baths2.0 Sq 2,592 Monthly Estimate*
$ 5,518
for $799,000 with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 2,592 square foot home was built in 2001 on a lot size of 1.14.
Experience the Up North lifestyle without the Up North drive. Set on over 1 acre with an impressive 258 feet of shoreline on Freeborn Lake, this private wooded retreat offers the perfect blend of seclusion, recreation, and convenience just minutes from Kensington, Alexandria, Andes Tower Hills (downhill snow skiing), snowmobile trails, and countless outdoor activities. Freeborn Lake is known for excellent fishing, boating, kayaking, and year-round enjoyment. With the room to comfortably accommodate family and friends, this property offers outstanding short-term rental potential for both summer and winter visitors. Nearly every major improvement has already been completed, including a new garage with guest house (comes fully furnished) & EV plug-in, new kitchen, new bathrooms, mechanical systems, irrigation, landscaping, freshly stained exterior, composite decking and more! Designed for gathering, the home features fireplaces on both the main and lower levels, a walkout basement, two main-level bedrooms, plus two additional (non-conforming) bedrooms downstairs. The furnished guest house provides exceptional flexibility with a living room, bedroom (5th bedroom), and space roughed in for a third bathroom, ideal for guests, extended family, or added privacy. The dock and lift are included, most furnishings are negotiable, and everything is ready for immediate enjoyment. Privacy, extensive updates, 258 feet of lakeshore, and year-round recreation, it's all here.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 2592
Sewer Private Sewer
Heating Ductless Mini-Split Forced Air Fireplace(s) Heat Pump
Cooling Central Air Ductless Mini-Split
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Dishwasher Dryer Water Osmosis System Microwave Range Refrigerator Washer Water Softener Owned
HOA Fee 0
Garage Spaces 2
Construction Materials Frame
Year Built 2001
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family
Tax Year 2026
Waterfront Features Lake Front
Accessibility None
County Douglas
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Contingency None
Subdivision Name Hoffman Add
Other Structures Garage(s) Bunk House Guest House
Full Baths 0
Directions From Alexandria: Highway 27 W to left on County Road 7 right on County Road 96 for 3 miles to property on the left.
City Kensington
High School District West Central Area
Zoning Description Shoreline Residential-Single Family
Lot Size Units Acres
Property Attached Y/N N
Land Lease Y/N N
Tax Annual Amount 3447
Additional Parcels Y/N N
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Standard Status Active
Lender Owned No
Amenities Unit Ceiling Fan(s) Deck Dock Kitchen Center Island Kitchen Window Main Floor Primary Bedroom Patio In-Ground Sprinkler Vaulted Ceiling(s) Washer/Dryer Hookup Wet Bar Walk-In Closet
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InteriorBasement Finished Full Walkout
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Family Room Living Room Wood Burning
Basement (Y/N) Y
Fireplace Y/N Y
Above Grade Finished Area 1296
Half Baths 0
1/4 Baths 0
3/4 Baths 2
Laundry Features Laundry Closet Main Level
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 1296
Total Baths 2
Bath Desc 3/4 Basement Double Sink Main Floor 3/4 Bath Rough In
Fuel Electric Propane Wood
Garage Dimensions 32 x 24
Garage Square Feet 768
Waterfront Feet 258
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ExteriorParking Features Detached Garage Finished Garage Garage Door Opener
Water Source Private
Lot Size Area 1.14
Building Area Total 2592
Lot Dimensions Irregular
Waterfront Y/N Y
Foundation Area 1296
Road Frontage Type Township Unpaved Streets
Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByCounselor Realty Inc Of AlexBroker
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $5,518
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $287
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 7.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $449,700
Percent of Sale Price 44%
About Kensington, MN 231 Population
10% Since 2002
$ 61,750 Median Income
49.44 Median Age
25% Households with Children
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708758 Elementary School
708292 Middle School
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 8/20/2026 | $799,000 | -2.44% | Price Down |
| 7/14/2026 | $819,000 | -3.53% | Price Down |
| 6/15/2026 | $849,000 | | Listed Price |