3897 Highway 23

1,742,400 / 40
Lot Size / Acres

Description

Surrounded by over 1,000 acres of county, state, and forestry land on the west, north, and east sides, this 40-acre off-grid property in Holyoke offers privacy, seclusion, and year-round recreation. Set along the Nemadji River, it features three rustic cabins nestled in heavily wooded terrain. While there is no well, septic, or electrical service, all cabins are wired for a generator (not included). The bathhouse includes a rainwater holding tank with RV-style plumbing, and a decorative hand pump...Surrounded by over 1,000 acres of county, state, and forestry land on the west, north, and east sides, this 40-acre off-grid property in Holyoke offers privacy, seclusion, and year-round recreation. Set along the Nemadji River, it features three rustic cabins nestled in heavily wooded terrain. While there is no well, septic, or electrical service, all cabins are wired for a generator (not included). The bathhouse includes a rainwater holding tank with RV-style plumbing, and a decorative hand pump adds character. Cabin 1 includes two bedrooms, an open living/kitchen area, a sitting room with fireplace, propane space heater, and front and back decks. Cabin 2 offers one bedroom, a small kitchen, and a loft, while Cabin 3 includes a bedroom, kitchenette, and wood stove. This is excellent hunting land with multiple deer stands, rolling topography, and a mix of high ground and trails for four-wheeling. Located just 30 minutes from Duluth and near Nemadji State Forest, Blackhoof WMA, Storlie Wildlife Management Area, and Oak Lake, this property is perfect for a weekend escape, hunting retreat, or peaceful getaway in nature.

Property Details for 3897 Highway 23

Waterfront Features
River
Waterfront YN
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 10/11/2025 08:01 PM

Property Details for 3897 Highway 23

StatusSold
MLS #6116286
Days on Compass359
Taxes$2,354 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Residential
Year Built-
Lot Size40.00 AC
CountyCarlton County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Re/max Results- Elk River

Sold By Nonmember Office

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Building Information for 3897 Highway 23

Building Size-Lot Size40.00 AC

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Property Information for 3897 Highway 23

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From the town of Holyoke, head West on Co Hwy 8/Co Rd 8 toward 2nd Ave, Continue straight onto Center Rd, Turn right onto MN-23 E, Land is about 2 miles North on the Left
  • Latitude: 46
  • Longitude: -92
  • Road Between Waterfront And Home: No
  • Waterfront Access: Private
  • Waterfrontage Feet: 450
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
School Information
  • High School District: Wrenshall #100
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Parcel Number: 480200920
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,354.00
  • Tax Legal Description: 1/4 SW1/4 SUBJ TO HWY 23 EA SE
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Many Trees, High
  • Lot Size Acres: 40.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 1314x1323x1315x1329
Property and Assessments
  • Available Development Units: ***
  • Land Access: ***
  • Land Improvements: 0
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Land
Utilities
  • On Site Utilities: None
  • Utilities: None
  • Water Body Name: Nemadji River
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2024-09-25
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Leased Land: Owned
  • Lender Owned: No

Property History for 3897 Highway 23

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 11, 2025

Sold

NorthStar #6608074

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Oct 11, 2025

Pending

NorthStar #6608074

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Oct 10, 2025

Sold

NorthStar #6608074

$247,500—
Oct 10, 2025

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6116286

$247,500—
Sep 22, 2025

In Contract

NorthStar #6608074

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Sep 19, 2025

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6116286

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Jul 24, 2025

Price Change

NorthStar #6608074

$254,900—
Apr 1, 2025

Price Change

NorthStar #6608074

$259,900—
Apr 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6608074

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Apr 1, 2025

Pending

NorthStar #6608074

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Sep 25, 2024

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6116286

$269,900—
Sep 25, 2024

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6608074

$269,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/11/2025

Sold

NorthStar #6608074

—
10/11/2025

Pending

NorthStar #6608074

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10/10/2025

Sold

NorthStar #6608074

$247,500
10/10/2025

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6116286

$247,500
09/22/2025

In Contract

NorthStar #6608074

—
09/19/2025

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6116286

—
07/24/2025

Price Change

NorthStar #6608074

$254,900
04/01/2025

Price Change

NorthStar #6608074

$259,900
04/01/2025

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6608074

—
04/01/2025

Pending

NorthStar #6608074

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09/25/2024

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6116286

$269,900
09/25/2024

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6608074

$269,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 3897 Highway 23

Taxable ValueLand$76,900Additions$141,200Total$218,100
Tax Record2023$2,214 ($184 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size1,742,400 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialCountyCARLTONAPN48-020-0920

Schools near 3897 Highway 23

This home is within Wrenshall Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Wrenshall Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Wrenshall Secondary
Public7 to 12

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