Brainerd Homes with Lake View

Brainerd Homes with Lake View

Welcome to Brainerd, Minnesota – a gem nestled in the heart of Crow Wing County, where scenic beauty meets small-town charm. Known for its stunning lakes, vibrant community, and rich history, Brainerd is a haven for those seeking a serene lifestyle amidst nature’s splendor. With a population that embraces warmth and friendliness, you’ll quickly feel at home in this inviting city.

Brainerd boasts an impressive array of recreational opportunities, particularly for those who enjoy life by the water. The city is surrounded by an abundance of pristine lakes, making it a paradise for boating, fishing, and swimming enthusiasts. Imagine waking up to breathtaking lake views right from your window. Homes with lake views in Brainerd offer not just a place to live, but a lifestyle filled with tranquility and adventure. Whether you’re sipping your morning coffee on a sunlit deck or hosting summer barbecues with friends, these properties provide the perfect backdrop for cherished memories.

In addition to its natural beauty, Brainerd is rich in culture and community events, from the annual Brainerd Water Carnival to local farmers' markets. With a blend of outdoor activities and a welcoming atmosphere, Brainerd is more than just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive.

Explore the available homes with lake views in Brainerd and discover the perfect sanctuary where every day feels like a vacation. Your dream home awaits in this idyllic lakeside community!

Newest Brainerd Homes with Lake View

$475,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 7137885 MLS
Enjoy maintenance-free lake living in the desirable Park Estates community on beautiful Clearwater Lake. One of the standout features of this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is its deeded boat slip—an amenity included with only 4 of the 10 units in the community—giving you convenient access to this spring-fed lake known for its excellent fishing and recreation. Thoughtfully designed for main-level living, the home features a bedroom, bathroom and laundry all on the main floor, making everyday living comfortable and convenient. The upgraded kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances and flows seamlessly into the spacious living area with vaulted ceilings, natural woodwork, tile finishes and plenty of room to gather. A versatile flex room provides additional space for a home office, hobby room or extra sleeping accommodations. A new water heater adds another recent improvement. The expansive unfinished lower level offers an excellent opportunity to add finished square footage and build future equity, with ample space for an additional bedroom, bathroom and family or recreation room. Outside your door, enjoy association access to 9.5 beautifully maintained acres and approximately 465 feet of shoreline on Clearwater Lake, along with hiking trails, a shared garden and a lakeside community room with nearby restrooms for gatherings with family and friends. Beyond the lake, the surrounding Brainerd Lakes Area offers a lifestyle that's easy to enjoy year-round, with popular biking and hiking opportunities plus convenient access to shopping, restaurants, fitness facilities, health care and community activities. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence or a low-maintenance lake-country getaway, this property offers a rare combination of main-level living, future expansion potential and a deeded boat slip on Clearwater Lake.

16418 Park Estates Drive, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Edina Realty, Inc..

$1,800,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 7131534 MLS
A Rare Boundary Waters-Inspired Lakefront Retreat... Rarely does a property come along that combines the trifecta of nearly 5 acres of heavily wooded land, 200 feet of prime Upper South Long Lake shoreline with sunset views, and a custom architect-designed contemporary home with nearly 4,000 finished square feet with a Scandinavian vibe. This extraordinary property offers the three things most often sought after... exceptional acreage, inspired architecture and 12 months of sunsets! A long, paved driveway winds through a magnificent forest of mature trees, including towering old-growth Norway pines, creating an immediate sense of privacy and the feeling of discovering your own favorite campsite in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Yet, this remarkable setting is less than two hours from the northern suburbs of the Twin Cities. The custom-built contemporary home was designed by a renowned local architect and built by Nornberg Construction. It is thoughtfully designed to embrace the surrounding forest and lake, with expansive windows and outdoor living spaces capturing the western exposure across Upper South Long Lake. Interior features include both formal and informal dining areas, a lake facing kitchen with newer quartz counter tops, a gas burning fireplace in the great room, a wood burning wood stove in the family room and a main floor library or den with custom shelving and cabinetry. The upper level is your retreat among the pines. From an expansive loft area, French doors lead to the primary bedroom and bath. The walk-out level adds a family room and two additional bedrooms. A large wrap-around deck and screened porch provide inviting spaces to relax and entertain. The property also includes a charming chalet-style guest cabin with loft, a newer pole building, a new salt water hot tub, covered canoe and kayak racks and a separate sauna building with changing room. The shoreline features hard sandy bottom and easy water access, while the gentle elevation from the home to the lake makes the walk to the beach easy to navigate. Just across the road is Crow Wing County's Al-Pine trail, a county managed hiking and cross country ski destination. See more information in the supplements. This is a truly special lake property—private, wooded and naturally beautiful, yet easily accessible from the Twin Cities. Truly a once in a lifetime opportunity to become the custodian of this premier property and luxury dwelling on one of the Brainerd area's most desirable lakes.

11077 Leisure Lane, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Brainerd Realty.

$474,400
7126757 MLS
Imagine waking up to the peaceful setting of Upper South Long Lake, stepping outside with your morning coffee, and enjoying nearly 20 acres of privacy, 134ft of level lake frontage, wildlife, and natural beauty right out your back door in the highly sought-after Brainerd Lakes Area. Picture summer days spent on the water, evenings watching the sun settle over the lake, and quiet mornings exploring your own property where deer, turkey, and grouse naturally move through the landscape. This 19.9+/- acre lake property offers a rare combination of waterfront living, recreational acreage, and privacy in the Brainerd Lakes Area with multiple areas for building opportunities to choose from. Upper South Long Lake is approximately 804 acres with nearly 6 miles of shoreline, reaches approximately 47 feet at its deepest point, and offers excellent fishing for crappie, panfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, and walleye. It is interconnected by a channel to South Long Lake, providing access to an additional approximately 1,309 acres and 9.8-10 miles of shoreline. Together, these interconnected lakes offer more than 2,100 acres of water and nearly 16 miles of combined shoreline for boating, fishing, and recreation. The land itself adds another dimension to the property. A hardwood mix of mature white pine, birch, maple, and black ash are scattered throughout the rolling topography, gradually transitioning into wooded shrub swamps creating a private wildlife haven with direct lake frontage. Deer, turkey, and grouse can be enjoyed right out your back door, creating exceptional opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. Apart from the property characteristics themselves, the location is just as good. Located just 15 minutes from Brainerd, you'll have convenient access to premier and championship golf courses, restaurants, shopping, and countless recreational lakes. Mille Lacs Lake is also only 20 minutes away, adding another legendary destination for fishing and recreation nearby. The purchase also includes a 1/3 interest in PID 7607P000, consisting of approximately 4.4+/- acres, utilized for private access off County Road 23. This is a property where lake life, wildlife, privacy, and recreation come together - with the space and setting to create the Brainerd Lakes Area retreat you've been dreaming of.

TBD County Road 23, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Midwest Land Group LLC.

$2,150,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 7116778 MLS
Introducing the next release in the South Beach Collection at Cragun's Resort — a to-be-built 4-bedroom, 4-bath Hillside cabin breaking ground this Fall on the resort's South shoreline on Gull Lake. The beachside cabins are currently underway on the main resort property, with select units complete and others delivering into next year. Now the Hillside cabins open — extending South Beach's lakeside elegance across two beautifully finished levels, pairing high-end finishes with warm Northwoods character and immediate access to sand, water, and premier resort amenities. Built by W. Gohman Construction in collaboration with TWM Architecture, The Hearth Room, and Evolution Resort Real Estate, the South Beach Cabins blend modern craftsmanship with the nearly 100-year South Beach legacy. This 4-bedroom, 4-bath cabin is designed for unforgettable lake life and effortless hosting — with an open kitchen, dining and living area on the main level flowing to a covered deck, a main-level master suite, and two additional bedrooms and a loft on the upper level. Dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows framed by exposed timber open to panoramic views of Gull Lake, and a striking double-sided indoor/outdoor fireplace bridges the living room and patio. Two floors of gathering and retreat space invite connection across the home, while the layout adapts naturally to multi-generational stays and hosting with privacy built into every level. High-end finishes carry from front door to lakeside steps. Ownership is whole ownership, fee title — not a timeshare, not fractional. Owners receive a turnkey experience through Cragun's Resort's professional rental management program, with Rental Income Potential through a 50/50 split. Optional Golf Memberships and Boat Club access extend the season on both lake and links. Owners and their guests enjoy resort amenities along with discounts on lodging, merchandise, marina rentals, and more, plus a lifetime Resort Club Membership when enrolled in the rental program. Owner usage: up to 42 days May through October, and up to 100 days November through April. As a Cragun's Resort home owner you are not purchasing an investment, but rather a vacation home that has a rental program available for you to take advantage of to decrease your total cost of ownership. We are prevented by law from making projections for yearly income from the rental home. We advise you consult with your financial advisor or tax professional. Showings: Listing agent must be present for all showings. No showings permitted while guests are in residence. Photos are of completed South Beach beachside cabins and are representative of builder and decor finishes; floor plans reflect the final build for the Irma Hillside Walkout.

Cragun's Hillside #709 4bdrm Cronobeles Court, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

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