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: MN DIRECT PROPERTIES
218-326-5800
Welcome to the Edge of Wilderness, located in Effie, MN at the end of the Scenic Byway. Offering an affordable property in an outdoorsperson's paradise. Recreational opportunities include hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, hiking and more! Primary property has power, city sewer and well and Jotul antique wood stove. Includes main floor laundry, window A/C, and fiber optic. Separate freezer will be included. Yard is fenced (1120 Sq Ft), with 12 gauge wire and Tartar Farm Gates, 5' in height. Second home has subfloor heating and adds additional bedroom and full bath. Has steel siding, on demand water heat, and second Jotul wood stove with breaker electric as well. Interior has been updated to provide ease of additional living space. Third structure is a 20 x 22 pole building with dirt floor and steel siding and full sliding door entry making it easily suitable for RV or boat storage.
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: 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.
