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12913 Dobbins Road, Merrifield, MN 56465

New Listing
$625,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 6 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 4,600 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 537,530 Status: Active
Current Price: $625,000 List Date: 5/21/2026 Last Modified: 5/28/2026

Overview

Description

Just across the street from beautiful Silver Lake in Merrifield, this expansive 4,500+ square foot home sits on over 12 acres and offers the kind of space and privacy that’s becoming harder to find. Tucked into a more hidden setting with a fenced backyard and mature surroundings, the property provides a peaceful retreat while still being close to everything the area has to offer. Inside, the home was built with gathering and everyday living in mind. Generous living spaces give everyone room to spread out, whether you're hosting holidays, welcoming guests, or simply enjoying quiet evenings at home. The layout offers flexibility for a variety of lifestyles, with space for home offices, hobby areas, or additional guest accommodations—making it well suited for larger households or anyone who appreciates having room to breathe. One of the true highlights of the home is the oversized primary suite, designed to be a private retreat of its own. This spacious area features a large walk-in c ...

Listing Details MLS# 7078187

General Property Information

Common Wall
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Manufactured Home?
No
Multiple PIDs?
No
New Development
No
Number of Fireplaces
Yes
Waterfront Present
No
Year Built
1997
Yearly/Seasonal
Yearly
Zoning
Residential-Single Family
Bath Full
3
Bath Three Quarters
Yes
Main Floor Total SqFt
3000
Above Grd Total SqFt
4600
Total SqFt
4600
Total Finished Sqft
4600.00
FireplaceYN
Yes
Lake/Waterfront Name
Silver
Style
(SF) Single Family
Foundation Size
3000
Garage Stalls
8
Lot Dimensions
12.34
Acres
12.34
Assessment Pending
No
Bath Half
0
Bath Quarter
0
Below Grd Total SqFt
0
Association Fee
0

Property Features

Accessible: None Air Conditioning: Central Air Basement: Crawl Space Construction Status: Previously Owned Exterior: Vinyl Foundation: Concrete Block Fuel: Natural Gas Heating: Forced Air Parking Characteristics: Multiple Garages; Heated Garage Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional Sewer: Septic System Compliant - Yes; Tank with Drainage Field Stories: Two Water: Private; Well

Contract Information

Contingency
None
Original List Price
625000
ListPrice
625000
Owner is an Agent?
No
Auction?
No

Location Tax and Other Information

House Number
12913
Street Name
Dobbins
Street Suffix
Road
Postal City
Merrifield
County
Crow Wing
State
MN
Zip Code
56465

Acreage Information

Wooded Acres
10

Assessments

Tax With Assessments
3884
Assessment Balance
0

More Information

Building Information

Finished SqFt Above Ground
4600

Lake Details

Lake Acres
208
Lake Depth
23

Lease Details

Land Leased
Not Applicable

Miscellaneous Information

DP Resource
Yes
Homestead
No

Ownership

Fractional Ownership
No

Parking Characteristics

Garage Square Feet
1008
Multiple Garages
Yes
Heated Garage
Yes

Public Survey Info

Range#
27
Section#
18
Township#
135

Office/Member Info

Association
GLAR

Location, Tax and Other Information

AssocFeeYN
No
Legal Description
ALL THAT PART OF GOVT LOTS 5 & 6 SECTION 18 LYING E OF HWY 3 AS NOW LAID OUT, EXCEPT THAT PART DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS; COMM AT THE NE CORNER OF SAID LOT 5, ON THE SHORE OF SILVER LAKE, THEN W 1600 FT M/O/L TO THE E'LY LINE OF HWY 3, THEN S'LY ALONG THE E LINE OF SAID HWY 3 482.24 FT, THEN E PARALLEL WITH N LINE OF SAID LOTS 5 & 6 TO THE SHORE OF SAID SILVER LAKE, THEN N ALONG SAID SHORE 435 FT MORE OR LESS TO THE PLACE OF BEG, EXCEPT MINERALS, & EXCEPT PART CONVEYED IN BK 285 OF DEEDS PG 555 & THA T PORTION CONVEYED IN BK 294 OF DEEDS PG 91 AND THAT PORTION CONVEYED IN BK 339 OF DEEDS PG 709 & EXCEPT THAT PORTION CONVEYED IN BK 343 OF DEEDS PG 544 AND EXCEPT THAT PORTION CONVEYED ON DOCUMENT #397055 AS OF APRIL 24, 1989. AND EX THAT PT OF GOV
Listing City
Merrifield
Map Page
999
Municipality
Center Twp
School District
Brainerd
School District Phone
218-454-6900
DNR Lake ID#
18023900
DNR Lake Classification
Recreational Development
Zip Plus 4
4507
Property ID Number
53180654
Tax Year
2025
Tax Amount
3884
In Foreclosure?
No
Potential Short Sale?
No
Lender Owned?
No

Directions & Remarks

Public Remarks
Just across the street from beautiful Silver Lake in Merrifield, this expansive 4,500+ square foot home sits on over 12 acres and offers the kind of space and privacy that’s becoming harder to find. Tucked into a more hidden setting with a fenced backyard and mature surroundings, the property provides a peaceful retreat while still being close to everything the area has to offer. Inside, the home was built with gathering and everyday living in mind. Generous living spaces give everyone room to spread out, whether you're hosting holidays, welcoming guests, or simply enjoying quiet evenings at home. The layout offers flexibility for a variety of lifestyles, with space for home offices, hobby areas, or additional guest accommodations—making it well suited for larger households or anyone who appreciates having room to breathe. One of the true highlights of the home is the oversized primary suite, designed to be a private retreat of its own. This spacious area features a large walk-in closet, his-and-hers sinks, and the added convenience of laundry within the suite. A bright sunroom offers the perfect place to start your morning with coffee or unwind at the end of the day, while the attached screened-in porch provides a comfortable space to enjoy the outdoors without the bugs—ideal for relaxing summer evenings or taking in the peaceful surroundings. Outside, the nearly five-acre parcel offers both privacy and functionality. The fenced backyard provides a great space for pets, play, or entertaining, while the detached three-car garage offers plenty of room for vehicles, storage, or workshop space. Whether you're storing lake toys, outdoor equipment, or simply appreciate having extra room to stay organized, this added garage space is a valuable feature that sets the property apart. Lovingly maintained over the years, this home offers a solid foundation and a wonderful opportunity for the next owner to bring their own style and vision to life. The generous square footage, thoughtful layout, and desirable location create the perfect canvas to personalize over time, allowing you to make the home truly reflect your taste while enjoying everything it already has to offer. Properties that combine this level of square footage, acreage, privacy, and proximity to Silver Lake are a rare find. Whether you're looking for space to grow, room to host family and friends, or simply a place that offers both comfort and potential, this property delivers an opportunity to create something truly special in a beautiful Merrifield setting. Now including all 12.35 wooded acres and pole building prepped for living quarters.
Directions
From Merrifield head N on Co Rd. 3 for approximately 3.5 miles, Turn right onto Dobbins Rd, Follow to the end of the road to property on right.

Accessible

None
Yes

Air Conditioning

Central Air
Yes

Basement

Crawl Space
Yes

Construction Status

Previously Owned
Yes

Exterior

Vinyl
Yes

Foundation

Concrete Block
Yes

Fuel

Natural Gas
Yes

Heating

Forced Air
Yes

Insurance Fee

Insurance Fee
0

Lake/Waterfront

Lake View
Yes

Sellers Terms

Cash
Yes
Conventional
Yes

Sewer

Septic System Compliant - Yes
Yes
Tank with Drainage Field
Yes

Stories

Two
Yes

Water

Private
Yes
Well
Yes
IDX
Listing Office: Woods to Water Real Estate
Last Updated: May - 28 - 2026
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