Courtesy: EDGE OF THE WILDERNESS REALTY
800-767-4872
Located at E Deer Lake Access Rd in Effie, MN, this 1400 square-foot, 1 3/4 story Voyageur Log Home built in 2000 features vaulted ceilings, large open loft, pine flooring, kitchen farm sink, two bedrooms,, and two 256-square-foot open porch's. This 1/2 acre property sits on Deer Lake with 88 feet of excellent sand bottom lakeshore for swimming. There is also a storage building. Deer Lake is known for great fishing and has access into both Pickerel and Battle lakes.
Courtesy: Re/max Advantage Plus
Tucked away on over 4 acres with 400 feet of shoreline on Busties Lake, this charming off-grid cabin offers the ultimate Northwoods escape. Surrounded by privacy and natural beauty, the property provides a true Up North experience ideal for fishing, hunting, recreation, or simply unwinding in peaceful seclusion. The 2-bedroom, 1-bath cabin features an open-concept design highlighted by soaring pine tongue-and-groove ceilings and a cozy free-standing woodstove. The hickory kitchen is well-equipped with a propane stove and refrigerator, while a spacious entry/mud room and attached garage offer practical storage for all your outdoor gear. Currently powered by propane and the included generator, the property also offers future convenience with electric service available at the end of the driveway and cable access along the road. Busties Lake, known for its excellent fishing and diverse fish species, reaches depths of 44 feet and features a public access just down the road. Whether you're searching for a quiet lakeside retreat, a weekend fishing getaway, or a basecamp for year-round outdoor adventures, this unique property delivers rustic comfort, exceptional privacy, and endless opportunities to enjoy Minnesota's great outdoors. Additional acreage available.
Courtesy: Pemberton Re
Rare Deer Lake property near Effie, Minnesota featuring 220 feet of south facing shoreline, a natural sand beach, and 20 acres of mature pine forest. Full sun exposure across the water from morning through evening makes this one of the most unique lakefront settings in northern Minnesota. The 1930s vintage Northwoods cabin offers 276 square feet of authentic character with a full wood interior and simple lake life charm. Enjoy it as is, expand, or build new. Key infrastructure is already in place, including a compliant septic system, drilled well, updated electrical service, camper power pedestal, outdoor shower, and available high speed fiber optic internet. With privacy, trails, elevated lake views, usable acreage, and close proximity to Bigfork for dining, groceries, and amenities, this property offers a rare combination of shoreline, sand beach, acreage, and build ready potential on one of northern Minnesota’s most sought after lakes.
Courtesy: Edina Realty, Inc.
Have you dreamed of owning a year round Log home? On Round 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 and Bemidji. Start with the covered wrap around 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.
Courtesy: RE/MAX Advantage Plus
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: MN LAKESHORE PROPERTIES/MN UP NORTH REALTY
218-832-3121
Welcome to the Lake! This year-round home on Deer Lake situated just 40 feet from the lakeshore is well maintained and has breathtaking lake views. This two bedroom home rests on just under an acre featuring 261 feet of shoreline. The home boasts vaulted ceilings, stainless steel appliances, natural woodwork throughout, an attached heated garage and southeastern lake views. The property showcases a spacious sand beach. lush enclosed garden, wonderfully maintained garden beds, and a heated detached garage. Just a short walk from the patio door to the shoreline, this lot is level and comes with its own boat launch. Deer Lake is known for yielding numerous large northern catches, trophy small mouth bass, and also offers excellent walleye, pan fish and Largemouth bass angling. The seller is marketing this property as a turn-key opportunity, with a separate bill of sale to be provided.
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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.
