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Mitchell Lake · Fifty Lakes, Minnesota
123 feet of private sandy beach, and a level path to the water.
5 bedrooms · 3 baths · 2,558 sq ft · 3.33 acres · 30x60 shop
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123 ft
Private sandy beach
3.33
Acres of level grounds
5
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2,558
Finished sq ft, one level
None
No HOA
Late October 2026 on the lake
What the season means for lake-home buyers, right now.
Current, sourced facts for the week of October 19: NOAA's 2026-27 winter outlook is out and favors a warmer-than-normal season, drought and low lake levels hold, leaves are coming down and the shoreline is open to read, and the lake market has shifted firmly toward buyers.
Leaves are down, and the shoreline is open to read
The Brainerd Dispatch's October 16 report, 'Low water, lasting color,' found fall color still lingering along the Mississippi River in Brainerd while low river levels stood out; the DNR's Fall Color Finder keeps updating on Thursdays through October. For buyers the late-October payoff is that the shoreline-reading window is now fully open: with the leaves coming down, the true waterline, the lot line, and the shore profile are easier to read than at any other time of year, which is exactly what a serious shoreline walk is for.
Low water and drought hold into late October
The U.S. Drought Monitor map released October 15 (data valid October 13) keeps roughly one-third of Minnesota in moderate drought, about a quarter in severe drought, and roughly 3 percent in extreme drought, with the next map due October 22. The DNR's HydroClim summary for early October reports lake levels fell broadly across the state through late summer into autumn: Lake Minnetonka sat about 0.4 feet below a year earlier and White Bear Lake a little over a foot lower. North-central Minnesota's multi-year storage drought continues, with the region roughly 12 to 16 inches below normal precipitation over the past four years, so level, sandy frontage like the beach at 16138 Zigmund Dr keeps working even in a dry year.
The winter outlook is out, and the ice calendar is set
NOAA's 2026-27 winter outlook, released October 15, is now the settled read: a strong-to-very-strong El Nino is likely to persist through January-March 2027, favoring a warmer-than-normal winter across the northern tier including most of Minnesota. The DNR confirms ice-in only after a lake is fully frozen, and Brainerd-area lakes typically lock up between late November and mid-December, with average ice-in dates across Minnesota about nine days later than in 1967. Cass County began removing navigational buoys October 12, the cue to pull docks, lifts, and buoys before freeze-up. The inland walleye and northern pike ice season runs through February 28, 2027, with the Take a Kid Ice Fishing free weekend January 16-18, 2027.
A buyer's market, with waterfront still firm
Crow Wing County's September 2026 read, per RealtyTrac, shows a median listing price of about $374,900 with 1,181 homes for sale, up 67.8 percent year over year, and a median sold price near $318,800. Redfin counts roughly 289 waterfront homes for sale in the county at a median listing price around $440,000, with most waterfront listings staying about 40 days on market. Statewide, Minnesota Realtors' August report put the median sales price at $370,000 with inventory at a seven-year high. More inventory and steadier pricing keep the fall and winter window open, especially for move-in-ready waterfront in the Brainerd Lakes.
Figures per the U.S. Drought Monitor (map released October 15, 2026, data valid October 13; next map October 22), the Minnesota DNR State Climatology Office's HydroClim summary for early October 2026 (lake levels) and its August 3, 2026 lake-level notice (storage drought), NOAA's Climate Prediction Center (2026-27 winter outlook released October 15, 2026), the Minnesota DNR (ice-in data and fishing-season dates), RealtyTrac (September 2026 Crow Wing County data), Redfin (Crow Wing County waterfront market data), Minnesota Realtors (August 2026 statewide report), and the Brainerd Dispatch (October 16, 2026 fall color report; October 12, 2026 Cass County buoy removal); verify conditions for a specific lake before you buy.
Read the late-October lake updateThe property
Shoreline, space, storage, and setting: a combination hard to duplicate.
Level elevation, an expansive lawn, mature trees, and a generous sandy beach create an effortless connection between home and lake.
16138 Zigmund Dr is a custom five-bedroom, three-bath lake home for sale on Mitchell Lake in Fifty Lakes, Minnesota. The property offers 2,558 finished square feet of one-level living on 3.33 acres, with 123 feet of private, sandy frontage, level elevation with no stairs to the water, and a 30x60 shop. Noah Goedker, Realtor with Elevate Group at eXp Realty, represents the property, and the 429-acre lake earned Minnesota's only perfect fish-health score in the 2025 state DNR assessment, as reported by the Star Tribune.
Inside, vaulted wood ceilings, rich natural woodwork, hardwood and luxury vinyl flooring, and a striking fieldstone fireplace capture the warmth of classic Minnesota lake living. Large lakeside windows bring the water in, while multiple living and gathering spaces give family and guests room to spread out. The kitchen centers the home with Cambria quartz, stainless appliances, and an open flow into the dining and living areas.
The primary suite enjoys lake views and a dramatic wood ceiling, and four additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, an office, or extended family. A dedicated mudroom and laundry area add everyday practicality, and the lakeside screened porch extends the season from spring well into fall.
Level elevation, no stairs to the water
Private dock and sandy swim beach
Lakeside screened porch
Fieldstone fireplace
Newer roof
Tankless water heater
Generator wiring
Compliant septic
The heart of the home
Warmth, light, and room for everyone.
The open plan flows from kitchen to dining to living, all beneath vaulted wood-plank ceilings. Days gather around the fieldstone fireplace; mornings belong to the lakeside windows. The primary suite tucks into its own corner with lake views and a dramatic wood ceiling, while the rest of the house flexes for guests, office space, or extended family.
Primary suite with lake views and wood ceiling detail
One-level living, 2,558 finished sq ft
Central air, forced air heat, tankless water heater
Built in 2001 with later additions and improvements
Inside
Crafted for four seasons of lake living.
Fieldstone warmth
Vaulted wood ceilings and a striking fieldstone fireplace anchor the main gathering space, with large lakeside windows that bring the water inside.
The screened porch
A true standout: a comfortable extension of the home where you catch the sights and sounds of the lake from spring through fall.
The shop and grounds
A 30x60 shop, a 2-car garage, and room for every toy.
Beyond the attached 2-car garage sits a substantial 30x60 detached garage and shop with approximately 1,800 square feet for boats, vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, hobbies, and workshop use. A separate lakeside storage building keeps seasonal gear close to the shoreline, and the level, mature grounds make every season feel effortless.
30x60
Detached shop
1,800
Approx shop sq ft
2-car
Attached garage
Level
Walk-out grounds
The shoreline
Summer days at the water, evenings around the lakeside firepit, and quiet mornings with the view from the screened porch.
- 123 feet of private, sandy frontage
- Level elevation with no stairs to the water
- Private dock and generous swim beach
- Lakeside firepit beneath mature trees
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Whether you are shopping for a lakeside retreat or getting ready to list your own piece of the Lakes Area, a few quick answers are all Noah needs to point you in the right direction. Tell him what you are looking for and he will follow up with homes, listings, and next steps made for you.
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The place
Fifty Lakes, Minnesota: a lake country of its own.
The town takes its name from its many lakes, and Mitchell is one of the finest of them: roughly 429 acres, up to 78 feet deep, with a public boat launch and the state's only perfect fish-health score in the 2025 DNR assessment. Pine River-Backus schools, the Brainerd Lakes corridor, and an easy country drive to Baxter and Brainerd round out the picture.
Explore the area The Mitchell Lake guide
Your guide
Noah Goedker
Realtor · Elevate Group, eXp Realty
Third-generation Lakes Area agent and lifelong resident, Noah pairs deep local knowledge with hospitality-rooted service and the latest technology, so buying a lakeside retreat feels effortless from the first call to the final walkthrough.
Lake home questions
Answers for buyers searching Minnesota lake homes.
Quick, straight answers to the questions lake-home buyers ask most, from frontage and fishing to storage and tours.
Is this a lakefront home for sale in Minnesota?
Yes. 16138 Zigmund Dr is a lakefront home for sale in Fifty Lakes, Minnesota, with 123 feet of private sandy beach on Mitchell Lake, a private dock, level elevation with no stairs to the water, and 3.33 acres. It is listed by Noah Goedker, Realtor with Elevate Group at eXp Realty, serving the Brainerd Lakes area.
What makes this a good Minnesota lake home for a family?
It combines level walk-out elevation with a sandy beach, an expansive lawn, and mature trees, plus 2,558 finished square feet of one-level living: five bedrooms, three baths, a fieldstone fireplace, large lakeside windows, and a screened porch. With no HOA and room for guests, it works as a year-round family lake home.
How much lake frontage does this property have?
The property has 123 feet of private, sandy frontage on Mitchell Lake, with a level lawn and a private dock. Level elevation with no stairs means an effortless walk from the back door to the beach.
Is there storage for boats, ATVs, and snowmobiles?
Yes. In addition to the 2-car attached garage, there is a substantial 30x60 detached garage and shop with approximately 1,800 square feet for boats, vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, hobbies, and workshop use, plus a separate lakeside storage building.
What lake is this home on and is it good for fishing?
This home sits on Mitchell Lake, a 429-acre lake in Crow Wing County, Minnesota, that earned the state DNR's only perfect fish-health score in its 2025 assessment, as reported by the Star Tribune. It is roughly 78 feet deep with a public boat launch and year-round ice-fishing off the shoreline.
How can I tour this Minnesota lake home?
Contact Noah Goedker at 218.821.3312 or noah@ev8group.com, or book directly on his calendar. He will meet you at the property, walk the shoreline with you, and answer every question about the lake, the schools, and the seasons.
Request a tour
Walk the beach before it is gone.
Level lake access with this much sandy shoreline, storage, and acreage is increasingly hard to find. Tell Noah when you would like to see it, and he will handle the rest.