$489,900

4 Beds 1 Baths 2,016 Sqft

N291 Balsam Lake Road, Birchwood, WI 54817

Property Type: Single-Family
Building Type: 1 Story,4-Season
Time on Market: 4 days
Price per Sqft: $243
Lot Size: 0 x 0 x
Waterfront: Y
Garage: Y
Total Taxes: $4,577
Est. Age: 21+ Years

Description

Amazing opportunity to own a cabin on two lots with 200 feet of frontage on Balsam Lake, offering exceptional privacy and a true Up North setting. Surrounded by mature trees, this property provides a peaceful retreat with stunning lake views and classic Northwoods charm. The inviting cabin features a free-flowing layout with a wall of windows overlooking the lake, filling the home with natural light, along with new luxury vinyl plank flooring, new carpet, and three main-level bedrooms. The walkout lower level adds a cozy family room with fireplace, an additional bedroom, and a flexible den or storage space. Enjoy the 3-season porch or relax on the lakeside decks, then gather around the firepit under the stars. A low-maintenance exterior includes a newer roof, siding, and vinyl windows. Balsam Lake connects to Red Cedar and Hemlock Lakes for miles of boating, recreation, and excellent fishing, with ATV and snowmobile trails nearby?making this the perfect year-round getaway. Most furnishings included, see list for full details.

Property Details

Interior

Appliances:
  • Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
Basement:
  • Finished, Walk Out/Outer Door, Block
Baths:
  • Full Baths: 1
Heating/Cooling:
  • None, Forced Air
Heat Fuel:
  • Lp Gas
Interior Features:
  • Circuit Breakers
Sqft:
  • Total Sqft: 2,016
  • Estimated Sqft Range: 2001-2500

Rooms

Room Basement Level Lower Level Main Level Upper Level
Master Bedroom 11x15
Bedroom 2 10x12
Bedroom 3 11x12
Bedroom 4 10x11
Family Room 14x18
Kitchen 8x13
Living Room 14x18

Exterior

Acreage:
  • Range: 1 to 4.99
Exterior:
  • Concrete
Exterior Features:
  • 3-season porch, Deck, Screened porch
Garage:
  • Details: None
Lot:
  • Size: 0 x 0 x
Outbuildings:
  • Storage Shed
Water:
  • Body of Water: Balsam/Red Cedar/Hemlock
  • Features: 200-300 feet, Bottom-Gravel, Bottom-Rock, Boat Ramp/Lift, Dock/Pier, Lake, Waterfrontage on Lot
  • Waterfront: Y
Water/Waste:
  • Private Septic System, Well

Misc.

New Construction:
  • N
Postal:
  • Code: 54817
Street:
  • Name: Balsam Lake Road
  • Suffix: ROAD
Tax Year:
  • 2025
Zoning:
  • Recreational,Residential,Shoreline

Map

Listing Agent-Provided Directions:
  • From Birchwood: Take WI-48 west, turn right onto Balsam Lake Rd, the property will be on the left and is signed.

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Schools and Neighborhood

School District:
  • Birchwood
Postal City:
  • Birchwood
Municipality:
  • Name: BIRCHWOOD
  • Type: Town
County:
  • WASHBURN

Market Comparison

How this property compares to local market averages — calculated 4/29/2026

This Property
Birchwood Single Family Home Avg
Washburn County Single Family Home Avg
List Price
$489,900
$1,284,299
$567,933
Median Price
$415,000
$372,450
Price / Sq Ft
$243
$337
$276
Days on Market
4 days
65 days
51 days
Total Listings
15
98

Listing Information

  • Time on Market: 4 days
  • Place Perfect Last Updated: 2026-04-24 19:58:24
  • MLS Number: 1600362
  • Subsystem Locale: WIREX_NWW
  • Listing Office: Dane Arthur Real Estate Agency/Birchwood
  • Listing Agent: Donnie Marker
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