Brainerd Homes with Tree Coverage - Heavy Lot Description

Welcome to Brainerd, Minnesota, a picturesque city nestled in the heart of Crow Wing County. Known for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant community, Brainerd offers an exceptional quality of life, making it an ideal place to call home. With its rich history and a plethora of recreational opportunities, residents enjoy a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities.

One of the standout features of Brainerd's real estate market is the abundance of homes set on heavily treed lots. Imagine waking up each morning to the gentle rustle of leaves and the serene sounds of nature right outside your window. These homes, surrounded by lush greenery, provide not only privacy but also a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The mature trees create a stunning backdrop, offering shade in the summer and a beautiful display of colors in the fall.

Living in a home with heavy tree coverage means you can enjoy outdoor activities year-round, whether it’s hosting summer barbecues in your backyard, watching the snowfall from your cozy living room, or simply taking leisurely walks along tree-lined streets. Brainerd’s homes with substantial tree coverage not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also contribute to a healthier environment, promoting wildlife habitats and improving air quality.

Whether you’re drawn to the charm of the historic downtown or the allure of the nearby lakes, Brainerd is a place where nature and community thrive together. Discover your dream home in this enchanting city and experience the beauty of life surrounded by nature!

Newest Brainerd Homes with Tree Coverage - Heavy Lot Description

$89,900

7146002 MLS

16.5 acres just south of Brainerd, conveniently located off Wetherbee Road. The property offers approximately 2.5 acres of buildable high ground, with an existing well and septic system already in place. Enjoy excellent hunting and abundant privacy, with plenty of room to build a secluded home, create a recreational retreat, or add storage for your boats, ATVs, and other toys. A great opportunity to own versatile acreage with essential utilities ready for hookup.

6186 Wetherbee Road, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Advantage Plus.

$499,900

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7145960 MLS

Nestled on over 7.5 scenic acres, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of privacy, space, and versatility. Inside, you’ll find a spacious and inviting home featuring an open concept with vaulted ceilings with a center kitchen island, a beautifully finished basement ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or creating the ultimate recreation area. A mother-in-law suite provides flexible living options for guests, extended family, or potential rental income. Outside, the detached 30x48 shed offers ample storage or workshop space, while the acreage gives you endless possibilities for hobbies, animals, gardening, or simply enjoying peaceful country living. Whether you’re looking for room to grow or a private retreat with modern conveniences, this one-of-a-kind property delivers it all.

15275 Demery Road, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Northland Sotheby's International Realty.

$298,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7144425 MLS

Just outside the city limits of Brainerd, this 3 BR, 3 bath home on .83 acres waits for its new owners! The location is excellent for heading to the lakes fishing, shopping up north to Crosslake/Nisswa, close to restaurants and groceries but doesn't feel or look like it. The 3 bedrooms are all on the main level with a primary en suite and fireplace. Offering an office space or formal dining room, ML laundry, spacious living room and screened porch on the back of the home. The 1550' of unfinished basement offers a clean slate of storage rooms, family room possibilities and more bedrooms with added egress windows. Newer roof and water heater. Come make this home yours!

17487 Dewes Road, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of LPT Realty, LLC..

$399,900

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 7144054 MLS

20 Acres with Heated Shop & Renovated Living Space – Endless Potential Set on 20 prime acres, this exceptional property offers the perfect blend of functionality, comfort, and opportunity—ideal for hobbyists, entrepreneurs, or outdoor enthusiasts. All improvements were completed in 2026, giving you peace of mind and a truly move-in-ready experience. The fully renovated living space includes 1 bedroom and 1 bath, featuring new flooring, new appliances, and updated LED strip lighting throughout. Additional unfinished areas provide room to expand or customize to your needs. The impressive 60' x 80' building is built to perform, equipped with in-floor heat powered by a Slant/Fin boiler, an electric off-peak system, and an outdoor wood boiler. Expansive hangar doors—including a 14' wide by 10' high professionally installed garage door—make it easy to accommodate large equipment, vehicles, or recreational gear. Recent exterior improvements include a newly excavated driveway with expanded parking and a newly surveyed lot with marked corners and GPS-staked property lines. A semi load of cordwood is included for added value. Stay connected with fiber optic internet available through CTC, and enjoy the added security of a wired system with cameras already installed. Mechanical systems have been well maintained, including a recently serviced boiler and a compliant septic system with newly raised tank lids, certified with Crow Wing County. The property also features a privately owned propane tank. With its peaceful setting, expansive acreage, and versatile infrastructure, this property is also an outstanding opportunity to build your dream home while enjoying everything already in place. A rare find with space, upgrades, and flexibility—schedule your showing today.

9671 Zallar Road, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Edina Realty, Inc..

$370,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7140560 MLS

905 Bluff Avenue, Brainerd, MN — Fully Renovated Custom Craftsman on Historic Bluff Avenue. Completely renovated top to bottom, inside and out, updated electrical, plumbing, hvac. 905 Bluff Avenue is a turn-key custom craftsman home in Brainerd's historic North Brainerd neighborhood — walkable to Gregory Park, downtown Brainerd, and Essentia Health St. Joseph's Hospital in the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area. Unlike anything else on the market, every inch of this home is custom: handcrafted craftsman cabinetry throughout, marble countertops, board-and-batten millwork, and hardwood & slate floors. The showpiece kitchen pairs custom inset cabinetry and marble surfaces with a stainless farmhouse apron sink set beneath a backyard-facing bay window, subway tile, under-cabinet lighting, a built-in marble-top desk nook, and a statement island. The vaulted, shiplap-ceilinged dining room gathers everyone under a lantern chandelier, while twin living spaces flank craftsman columns and built-in bookcases around a gas insert fireplace framed in painted brick with dentil crown detail. A slate-floored enclosed sun porch welcomes you home; a fully outfitted main-floor laundry and mudroom with custom lockers, marble-top utility sink, and adjacent tiled bath keeps daily life effortless. Upstairs, sunlit bedrooms and beautifully tiled baths continue the same finish quality — no corner was skipped. The oversized attached two-car garage has been fully redone as well — all new windows, electrical, insulation, and sheetrock, taped and ready for the new owners' final personalization: workshop, gym, or finished bonus space. Outside: a private, park-like backyard backing to mature woods, freshly sealed paved asphalt driveway, oversized attached two-car garage, backyard play set, and cedar-accented curb appeal with window boxes and a stunning wood front door. Whole-home water filtration included. Fully renovated homes of this caliber rarely reach the Brainerd market.

905 Bluff Avenue, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

$45,000

7136589 MLS

This unique property offers the rare combination of lake views and genuine privacy. Situated across the highway from Kenney Lake with direct sight lines to the water, the lot reveals its true character once you venture beyond the natural berm that shields the western portion of the lot from road noise and activity. Access via the south log road entrance leads you back to where the property truly opens up—a secluded, pristine setting surrounded by privately-owned land that offers tranquility. The northern boundary borders lovely neighbors, while the remainder of the acreage remains wonderfully isolated. With buildable areas ranging from flat to gently sloped, this lot is ideal for a thoughtfully placed home or cabin, complemented by garage or shed space. The marshy sections add ecological richness, supporting wildlife habitat and natural drainage. Utilities are favorably positioned - electrical and gas lines are accessible nearby. The groundwork is straightforward, unlocking tremendous creative potential for the right builder or homeowner. This is a property that needs to be experienced on the land to be fully appreciated.

TBD MN-18, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

$425,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7131806 MLS

Quality built three bedroom, three bath home on picturesque 19.91 acre setting. Spacious kitchen-dining combination and large living room. Two main floor bedrooms, main floor laundry and full bath. Massive lower level great room and large utility room. Lots of room for your toys in the 30x50 pole shed with 12 ft. sides. Features lots of updates including living room flooring in 2024 and kitchen plus hall flooring in 2025. New refrigerator & dishwasher in 2024 plus washer & dryer in 2025. Front deck built in 2025 and new side deck with patio doors in 2026. Mostly wooded and private setting on the corner.

2855 150th Avenue, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Brainerd Realty.

$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.

$359,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7130235 MLS

YOU HAVE TO SEE BEYOND THE FRONT DOOR! This incredible 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offers over 4,100 sq. ft. of living space and a backyard that truly needs to be seen to be appreciated! Step inside and you'll immediately notice the character and quality, from beautiful wood floors and distinctive cove ceiling molding to the inviting sunroom and two gas fireplaces. The real showstopper is the private, resort-like backyard built for entertaining! Enjoy your own heated in-ground pool, outdoor bar, fire pit, fenced yard, and convenient outdoor storage for the mower and pool toys. There's even a dedicated area for bow and arrow practice! Despite being right in town, the backyard feels surprisingly private, with frequent visits from deer adding to the setting. The fully fenced yard is also ideal for kids and pets. Inside, the home continues to impress with stainless steel appliances, a wet bar, theater room, hot-water heat, tons of storage, and an oversized insulated attached garage. The walkout lower level offers even more flexibility, including an area with its own kitchen and bath that could make an excellent mother-in-law suite, guest quarters, or private space for extended family. With over 4,100 sq. ft., a heated pool, incredible entertaining spaces, flexible lower-level living, and one of the most unique backyards you'll find in town, this is a home you simply can't appreciate from a drive-by. Schedule a showing and come see what’s waiting out back!

1507 S 6th Street, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Weichert REALTORS Tower Properties.

$49,900

7129996 MLS

Parcel is zoned CN-2 with a manufactured home overlay – defined as "primarily single-family residential, with certain attached/multifamily residential uses." This is consistent with the City of Brainerd's current zoning ordinance, which identifies CN-2 as part of the Contemporary Residential Districts and states that it is intended predominantly for single-family detached residential uses, with some attached and multifamily uses potentially present. Manufactured housing would be allowed on this parcel.

TBD 13th St SE, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Brainerd Realty.

$220,000

7124695 MLS

Sanctuary Ridge is the Brainerd Lakes Area’s newest neighborhood, and is officially open for business. Choose from 15 wooded lots, several with impressive views of the Gull River. You’ll love the private location, nestled in the forest, yet minutes from the conveniences of Baxter. If outdoor recreation is what you’re looking for, that’s right out your back door. Also located just minutes from world class golf, fishing, fine dining, and everything else that comes with living in the Brainerd Lakes Area. Come take a look today and secure your spot in Sanctuary Ridge!

L11,B2 Sanctuary Lane, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Positive Realty.

$110,000

7124651 MLS

L3,B2 Sanctuary Lane, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Positive Realty.

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