MLS: #7102320, Listed By: Karen Lanz, RE/MAX Results, Source:FargoMoorhead Area Association of REALTORS
21526 Ruth Lake Drive
Emily, MN 56447
3
Bed
1
Bath
1,275Sqft
43,560Sqft(Lot)
Rare Ruth Lake cabin | Architect-Designed Legacy Property | Exceptional Sunsets. Offered for the first time since it was built, this exceptional cabin on beautiful Ruth Lake in Emily, Minnesota, presents a rare opportunity to own a truly special Up North retreat. Designed and built by a well-known Twin Cities architect, the property blends timeless design, natural materials, and a deep connection to its stunning lakeside setting. Situated on approximately 1.25 acres with over 150 feet of west-facing shoreline, the cabin enjoys breathtaking sunset views across one of Minnesota's premier lakes. Ruth Lake is renowned for its crystal-clear water, featuring an impressive 21-foot water clarity and an A rating for water quality, making it ideal for swimming, boating, fishing, and family recreatio
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Bedroom Information
Total beds: 3Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 1Room Information
Rooms Total: 10 Basement: Crawl Space -
Roofing Information
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Interior Features
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator Laundry Features: None -
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating: Yes Heating: Wood Stove Cooling: None Water front: 1
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Building Information
Year Built: 1977 Building Area Total: 1275 Construction Materials: Frame Stories: 2 Patio And Porch Features: Deck Private Pool: No Water front Features: Lake Front View: Lake -
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Other
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Lot Information
Lot Dimensions: 31x129x357x161x238 Main Square Feet: 43560 Square Feet Lot Size Acres: 1 Lot Size Square Feet: 43560 Lot Description: Many Trees, Waterfront
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Listing Price Information
Listing Price: $495000 Cash
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 21270772 Tax Year: 2026 Annual Tax: $3682 Tax Legal Desc: PART OF GOV. LOT 4 27 138 26 DESC. AS FOL; BEG. AT THE POINT ON THE S. LINE OF SAID LOT 4 WHICH IS 50 FT E'LY OF THE SW CORNER OF SAID LOT 4, THEN NW'LY IN A STRAIGHT LINE TO AN I/M ON THE W. LINE WHICH IS 234.4 FT N'LY OF THE SW CORNER OF SAIDLOT 4, THEN NE'LY 150 FT ALONG THE SHORE OF RUTH LAKE (IT BEING THE INTENTION THAT THIS 150 FT MEASUREMENT BE ALONG A LINE WHICH MEASUR ES 350 FT FROM THE LAST DESC. I/M TO A POINT ON THE SHORE OFRUTH LAKE) THEN SE'LY IN A STRAIGHT LINE TO A POINT ON THE S . LINEOF SAID LOT 4 WHICH IS 220 FT E'LY OF THE SW CORNER OF SAID LOT 4,THEN W 'LY 170 FT ALONG SAID S. LINE TO THE POINT OF BEG. SUBJECT TO RESERVATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD.
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Parking Information
GravelGarage Information
Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2
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Location Information
Direction: From Cty Rd 6 (4 way stop sign in Emily), go east to Ruth Lake Dr west onto Ruth Lake Dr to cabin WaterSource: Well
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| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 184 ACRES 44047A Little.., Emily, MN, 56447 | $1,500,000 | 3 | 3 | 3,000 | 3,000 SqFt |
| 44047 Little Pine Road, Emily, MN, 56447 | $2,074,900 | 3 | 3 | 3,000 | 3,000 SqFt |
| 40669 Lows Lake Road, Emily, MN, 56447 | $439,900 | 3 | 3 | 1,782 | 1,782 SqFt |
| 40776 Mary Lake Road, Emily, MN, 56447 | $594,900 | 5 | 3 | 2,800 | 2,800 SqFt |
| 40699 Mary Lake Road, Emily, MN, 56447 | $449,900 | 1 | 2 | 1,040 | 1,040 SqFt |
| 23854 Scott Drive, Emily, MN, 56447 | $430,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,296 | 1,296 SqFt |
| 23504 County Road 1, Emily, MN, 56447 | $245,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,440 | 1,440 SqFt |
| 22281 Shadow Point Road, Emily, MN, 56447 | $699,000 | 5 | 2 | 2,400 | 2,400 SqFt |
| 40257 E Emily Drive, Emily, MN, 56447 | $759,000 | 3 | 3 | 3,666 | 3,666 SqFt |
| 40372 Little Pine River.., Emily, MN, 56447 | $679,000 | 3 | 3 | 3,060 | 3,060 SqFt |
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