6851 N Shore Trail N, Forest Lake, MN 55025
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Brainerd Realty, Inc.
Listed by: kellie tabery
Office: exp realty
MLS#:7048512
Source:NSMLS
Price summary
- Price:$2,075,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$259.63
About this home
Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity on Forest Lake’s coveted “Gold Coast” — a 1-owner, custom-built lakeshore estate designed to feel like a timeless 1920s seaside cottage. Crafted in 2005, this one-of-a-kind home rests on a beautifully landscaped 550’ deep lot with 100’ of south-facing sandy shoreline on Forest Lake’s desirable First Lake. Positioned 400 feet from the road, the home offers serenity, abundant natural light & gentle summer breezes—just minutes from local amenities & freeway access, allowing for an easy 35-minute commute to the Twin Cities. Designed by renowned architect Ben Nelson, the home showcases exceptional craftsmanship with 12” precast Spancrete floors and TimberStrand framing. Engineered for premium comfort and efficiency, the property features highly desirable in-floor radiant heat across all three levels (excluding the upper garage & guest apartment), creating a warm, welcoming environment while significantly reducing monthly heating costs. Additional energy-efficient features include 2x6 construction, Corbond foam insulation, Owens Corning Berkshire shingles & maintenance-free Nailite siding with Azek trim. The property features an impressive, attached garage configuration with a 3+ car upper garage and a 4+ car lower garage—offering exceptional space for vehicles, hobbies & all your recreational equipment, from lake gear to outdoor toys. The lower garage is fully equipped with in-floor heat, a floor drain, insulated walls & a 100-amp subpanel, adding functionality & year-round usability. The home offers 4 bedrooms, a dedicated office & additional flexible spaces perfect for a sewing room, workout room, or creative studio. It also includes a separate living suite—providing versatility for a variety of lifestyles, multi-generational living, or extended guests. There are 3 full baths, 3 three-quarter baths & 1 half baths. Most bedrooms feature beautiful lake views, enhancing the connection to the setting throughout. The spectacular great room features soaring cathedral ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling stone gas fireplace, custom built-ins & panoramic lake views. Majestic eagles often glide across the water, adding to the peaceful, scenic setting. The home also features a dedicated 13-seat theater room—perfect for movie nights, entertaining, or enjoying the big game in comfort. The main-floor primary suite offers a private lakeview balcony, a marble fireplace, a jetted tub, a rain shower, dual marble sinks, a walk-in closet & a charming nautical porthole window with patio seating. The chef’s kitchen is thoughtfully designed with a 6-burner Viking range, double wall oven, Miele panel-front dishwasher, granite island, copper ceiling & custom cabinetry. Adjacent are a formal dining room & an inviting breakfast space. The main-floor laundry features Zodiac blue quartz counters, a washer/dryer, a sink & a convenient laundry chute. Enjoy year-round lakeside living in the 3-season porch, which features a vaulted ceiling & E-Z Breeze window system, along with a maintenance-free Azek deck added in 2023. Every space reflects thoughtful design, comfort & timeless character. The private guest apartment above the garage offers access from the loft & a separate entrance from the main-level garage, providing excellent flexibility & privacy. This space includes a full kitchen, dining area, bedroom, three-quarter bath with a fully tiled shower, hickory floors, skylight & baseboard heat—ideal for guests, extended family, or independent living....
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Home facts
- Year built:2005
- Subdivision & Development:Butternut Ridge On Forest Lake
- Listing ID #:7048512
- Added:113 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 01, 2026 at 12:10 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:6
- Total bathrooms:7
- Full bathrooms:3
- Half bathrooms:1
- Dining Description:Breakfast Area, Eat In Kitchen, Kitchen/Dining Room, Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Bathrooms Description:3/4 Basement, Bathroom Ensuite, Full Basement, Jetted Tub, Main Floor 1/2 Bath, Main Floor Full Bath, Separate Shower and Tub, Two Basement Baths, Upper Level Full Bath, Walk-In Shower Stall
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wall Oven
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Concrete, Daylight / Lookout Windows, Finished, Full, Storage Space, Walkout
- Living area:7,382 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air, Whole House Fan
- Heating:Baseboard, Boiler, Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, In-Floor Heating, Radiant
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Age Over 8 Years, Asphalt, Pitched
- Year built:2005
- Building area:7,382 sq. ft.
- Lot area:1.25 Acres
- Lot Features:Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Medium, Underground Utilities
- Levels:2+ Story
Utilities
- Water:Well
- Sewer:City Sewer - Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,075,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$259.63
- Tax amount:$20,546 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Wall Oven, Washer, Water Softener Owned
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Air-To-Air Exchanger, Central Vacuum, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener Owned
Parking
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Concrete, Floor Drain, Garage Door Opener, Insulated Garage, Multiple Garages, Tuckunder Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:8
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