
Land with Home for Sale in Backus, Minnesota
1635 & 1627 E Ponto Lake Rd NW, Backus, MN 56435
Continue the legacy and local history on beautiful and rarely available, Ponto Lake. This distinctive property offers a sprawling 2.61 acres of land, an impressive 190 feet of excellent hard-sand frontage, a legacy home, whopping 8-stalls of garage for all the toys, and a guest home ideal for extra sleeping space or even rental income. The original home, full of original charm has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully updated to meet modern tastes and standards. Featuring 4 sizable bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen with a gas stove, original doors, and beautiful woodwork throughout. Complementing the main residence is a 2x6-constructed, 1,344-square-foot, year-round guest cabin with vaulted ceilings over the six-car garage. The current owners have successfully operated the guest space as a short-term rental. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will appreciate the spacious garage and shop, designed for the storage of all your toys or to serve as a dream workspace. An additional detached two-car garage provides even more storage. Experience timeless beauty, modern comfort, and exceptional versatility on the shores of Ponto Lake.
Location
- Street address
- 1635 & 1627 E Ponto Lake Rd NW
- County
- Cass County
- Zip code
- 56435
- Community
- East Shore
- School district
- Pine River-Backus
- Elevation
- 1,345 feet
Directions
Head north on 371 and turn right on 44. Continue straight through the roundabout at the intersection of 24th street and 44. 44 will turn into 84, continue approximately 11 miles until you turn left off of 84 onto E Ponto Lake Rd. NW.
Property details
- Acreage
- 2.39 acres
- Zoning
- Residential-Single Family
- MLS #
- RMLS 7119131
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $2,840
Parcels
- 320103305
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
Exterior
- Parking
- Garage-Detached
- Features
- Metal
Structure
- Sewer
- Private Sewer
- Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air
- Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Interior
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 3, Bedroom x 5
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2026 | New listing | $949,900 | — | RMLS |



















































































