Courtesy: Move it Real Estate Group/Lake
866-327-9889
Situated on 1.69 acres along the peaceful shores of Busties Lake, this seasonal cabin offers the perfect northern getaway. With 230 feet of lakeshore on the 213-acre lake, you’ll enjoy fishing, boating, and scenic views right from your own 75-foot dock complete with a bench for relaxing. The cabin features two bedrooms plus a loft for extra sleeping space, a wide-open kitchen and living room centered around a cozy propane fireplace, and a spacious sunroom that brings the outdoors in. The well-kept yard is complemented by an insulated shed with power, a small garage, and a dog kennel, while an RV hook-up with electricity adds extra convenience for guests. Whether you’re gathering with family, enjoying quiet mornings by the water, or making the most of lake life, this property is a rare opportunity to own a serene retreat in the heart of Minnesota’s Northwoods.
Courtesy: EDGE OF THE WILDERNESS REALTY
800-767-4872
Country home on the edge of town on 18.8 wooded acres and connected to city sewer. Spacious living and kitchen area with a heated 3 season porch off of the living area. 2 bedroom, large full bathroom and main floor laundry. Newer water heater and furnace. 24 x 12 storage building that would make great guest quarters or a nice workshop. Trails lead through the property, which borders state land to the north for hunting and hiking. Located one-half mile from town center which offers churches, gas, food, bait, licenses and more.
Courtesy: COLDWELL BANKER NORTHWOODS
218-326-3455
Welcome to Your North Woods Retreat Just north of Bigfork on scenic State Highway 38, you’ll find this one-owner, meticulously cared-for home set on over 92 beautiful acres. The property is bordered to the south by hundreds of acres of State and County land — ideal for hunting, recreation, and exploring the great outdoors. This property features a spacious 30’ x 45’ insulated garage with 14-foot-high doors, perfect for storing large equipment, vehicles, or recreational toys. Inside, the home offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with large vinyl windows that fill the space with natural light and provide stunning views of the surrounding wilderness. The generously sized rooms and cozy layout make it easy to feel right at home. Enjoy outdoor living on the expansive front and kitchen decks, overlooking a beautifully maintained yard that rivals any golf course. The unfinished basement, constructed with an extra layer of block, offers excellent potential for future finishing — a true equity builder for the next owner. Beyond the home, the property holds significant future timber value and features over $5,000 worth of fencing, making it ideal for livestock or hobby farming. Located just a short distance from the North Star Ranch, home of the annual Effie Rodeo each July, this location also presents a great opportunity for vacation or event rental income. Experience the peace, privacy, and possibilities that come with owning your own slice of the North Woods — a rare find with endless potential.
Courtesy: Re/max Advantage Plus
Escape to your own private retreat with this off-grid lake cabin nestled on 4.8 wooded acres with 400 feet of shoreline on Busties Lake in Effie, MN. Offering seclusion, privacy, and the true Up North experience, this property is an ideal getaway for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking peace and quiet. The cabin features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, an open floor plan with soaring pine tongue-and-groove ceilings, and a free-standing woodstove that adds cozy charm. A well-appointed hickory kitchen includes a propane stove and refrigerator, while a large entry/mud room and attached garage provide convenience and storage space. Currently operating on propane and electric powered by the included generator, the property also has electricity available right at the end of the driveway with cable available along the road for future connection. The water system includes a 275 gallon holding tank plus an additional tank for filling and hauling. Busties Lake, reaching 44 feet deep, is known for its variety of fish species and offers excellent recreational opportunities, with a public access just down the road. Whether you envision a peaceful escape, a fishing retreat, or a basecamp for your Northwoods adventures, this cabin delivers the privacy, natural beauty, and rustic comfort you’ve been looking for.
Courtesy: Northland Sotheby's International Realty
Nestled on the shores of beautiful Deer Lake in Effie Minnesota, this masterfully reimagined 1880s barn home is a symphony of provenance, craftsmanship, and storytelling. Painstakingly reconstructed with reverence to its origins, the barn was originally crafted by Civil War veteran Michael Welker, a participant in the Battle of Gettysburg. Today, it stands as a living archive of American heritage—one that was honored in Lake and Company magazine and featured by Ohio Valley Barn Salvage. This extraordinary residence unfolds over a canvas of hand-hewn timber, alder wood accents, and centuries-old salvaged materials sourced from historic American landmarks. Custom alder front doors are flanked by cast iron Craftsman lanterns with original 1917 slag glass. Throughout the home, each element evokes a tactile connection to the past—whether it’s the 1920s Art Deco sconces from Valley City, North Dakota, or the pantry door adorned with hand-etched 1910 glass. The kitchen is a bespoke work of art, where wormy chestnut cabinetry, hemlock barn siding, and alder wood appliance panels converge. The island, built from global shipping timbers once used at Wyoming’s Laramie Railroad Depot, is paired with a mid-1800s Iowa general store counter, creating a culinary space both soulful and functional. Reclaimed wood flooring from 1800s Ohio barns flows seamlessly through the main living spaces, where an 1885 parlor stove anchors the room. The staircase, constructed of solid oak threshing boards from Ohio and Pennsylvania—features decorative cast iron panels originally part of an 1860s Cincinnati fireplace insert. History whispers through every room: Doors from the former Nazareth College in Kalamazoo now grace the hallways. Hickory cabinetry in the master suite and lower level echo a timeless durability, while live edge maple window sills from Northern Minnesota add a refined rusticity. The basement family room pays homage to Americana with barnwood paneling from Montgomery, MN, a Kenosha restaurant freezer door from the 1960s, and glass etchings from a 1910 Kenyon farmhouse. Each fixture—from the 1924 schoolhouse lights to the antique vents and 1908 parlor stove—was chosen not just for function, but for story. Hand-forged metalwork by Black Turtle Metal Works in Western North Carolina finishes the home with a tactile authenticity, from light switch plates to custom handles. More than a home, this is a curated experience—an architectural palimpsest built upon the bones of American history and shaped by generations of artisans. For the discerning buyer seeking a legacy property unlike any other, this is your invitation. Offered exclusively by appointment.
Courtesy: PETERSON REAL ESTATE
612-941-1822
Have you dreamed of owning a Log Home on a beautiful lake in Northern Minnesota? Check out this hand-scribed Norway Log Home nestled on a nicely wooded one acre parcel with approximately 210' of lake frontage on Round Lake near Effie, MN, which is a short drive from Grand Rapids. Start with the covered wrap deck then come on in and view the open floor plan dining area, kitchen and living room with vaulted ceiling, wood burning fireplace and door to lakefront deck. The Main Bedroom and bath complete this level. Take the custom log steps to the loft area with plenty of room for sleeping Family or Guests or take the custom log steps down to the Family Room, 2nd bedroom with its own free-standing fireplace, laundry/utility area and of course a door walking out to the front yard. This lower level features in-floor heat. Outside you will find steps leading to the shoreline and fire pit area plus there is a large 2 stall garage with metal roof perfect storing your summer/winter toys.
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Effie is located in Minnesota. Effie, Minnesota has a population of 111. Effie is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 34.38% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 25.16%.
The median household income for the surrounding county is $58,393 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Effie is 46.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of -4.5 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 27.9 inches per year, with 52.8 inches of snow per year.
