Brainerd Homes with Lake Front Waterfront features

Welcome to Brainerd, Minnesota—a charming city nestled in the heart of Crow Wing County, where the beauty of nature meets the warmth of community. Known for its stunning lakes and vibrant outdoor lifestyle, Brainerd is a haven for those who appreciate the tranquility and adventure that waterfront living provides. With its rich history and welcoming atmosphere, this city offers a unique blend of small-town charm and modern amenities.

Brainerd is surrounded by a multitude of pristine lakes, making it a prime location for those seeking homes with lakefront features. Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of water lapping against the shore, with breathtaking views right outside your window. Whether you’re drawn to the serene beauty of North Long Lake, the recreational opportunities of Gull Lake, or the peacefulness of Pelican Lake, Brainerd has a diverse selection of waterfront properties that cater to every lifestyle.

Homes with lakefront access in Brainerd offer not just stunning views, but also the chance to immerse yourself in a lifestyle filled with boating, fishing, and summer barbecues by the water. These properties often feature expansive decks, private docks, and beautifully landscaped yards, perfect for entertaining friends and family or simply enjoying a quiet evening watching the sunset.

In Brainerd, every day feels like a vacation. With a vibrant local culture, numerous parks, and year-round recreational activities, this city is not just a place to live—it’s a place to thrive. Come discover the charm of Brainerd and find your dream waterfront home today!

Newest Brainerd Homes with Lake Front Waterfront features

$649,900

7139349 MLS

PREMIERE NORTH LONG LAKE BUILDING OPPORTUNITY! Enjoy STUNNING VIEWS, 101’ of excellent sugar sand beach and nearly an acre of mature trees with gorgeous White Pines. A parcel like this is nearly impossible to find anywhere in the Brainerd Lakes Area any longer and is awaiting your new Dream Home…perfectly set for a walk-out lower level. There is an existing 2-stall garage with a long-paved driveway leading to the future building site…making this an easy build and a very attractive parcel. Located in the Heart of Lakes County on one of the area’s most sought-after bodies of water featuring 6200 acres of crystal-clear water with 15’ of water clarity, fabulous boating, great swimming and excellent fishing year-round…plus there is gas and dining on the lake. Just minutes from Brainerd and Nisswa and all the amenities that come with living in the Lakes Area including endless dining options, shopping, several holes of Championship golf, biking, hiking and opportunities to enjoy long days just relaxing on the lake. A truly exceptional property and a Premiere Location featuring the perfect combination of sandy shoreline, Big Lake Views, beautifully wooded surroundings, privacy…blending lake country tranquility with all the conveniences of town.

TBD Ojibwa Road, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Kurilla Real Estate LTD.

$475,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7137885 MLS

Enjoy maintenance-free lake living in the desirable Park Estates community on beautiful Clearwater Lake. One of the standout features of this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is its deeded boat slip—an amenity included with only 4 of the 10 units in the community—giving you convenient access to this spring-fed lake known for its excellent fishing and recreation. Thoughtfully designed for main-level living, the home features a bedroom, bathroom and laundry all on the main floor, making everyday living comfortable and convenient. The upgraded kitchen is equipped with high-end appliances and flows seamlessly into the spacious living area with vaulted ceilings, natural woodwork, tile finishes and plenty of room to gather. A versatile flex room provides additional space for a home office, hobby room or extra sleeping accommodations. A new water heater adds another recent improvement. The expansive unfinished lower level offers an excellent opportunity to add finished square footage and build future equity, with ample space for an additional bedroom, bathroom and family or recreation room. Outside your door, enjoy association access to 9.5 beautifully maintained acres and approximately 465 feet of shoreline on Clearwater Lake, along with hiking trails, a shared garden and a lakeside community room with nearby restrooms for gatherings with family and friends. Beyond the lake, the surrounding Brainerd Lakes Area offers a lifestyle that's easy to enjoy year-round, with popular biking and hiking opportunities plus convenient access to shopping, restaurants, fitness facilities, health care and community activities. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence or a low-maintenance lake-country getaway, this property offers a rare combination of main-level living, future expansion potential and a deeded boat slip on Clearwater Lake.

16418 Park Estates Drive, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Edina Realty, Inc..

$449,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7137494 MLS

Your Borden Lake getaway is waiting! Imagine mornings by the water, afternoons spent enjoying the lake, and cozy evenings by the fireplace—this beautifully cared-for ranch makes lake living easy. Situated on over an acre on popular Borden Lake, this turnkey 2-bedroom, 2-bath home comes fully furnished and ready for you to start making memories from the moment you arrive. Inside, you’ll love the bright, open floor plan, updated luxury vinyl plank flooring, and cozy gas fireplace. The impressive finished three-car garage features tongue-and-groove walls and a Reznor overhead furnace, giving you plenty of space for vehicles, lake toys, hobbies, and more. This home has been thoughtfully maintained and updated with comfort and peace of mind in mind, including a whole-house generator, Trane furnace with humidifier, Kinetico water softener, and a freshly stained exterior. Whether you’re looking for a year-round home, weekend escape, or the perfect place to gather with family and friends, this is your chance to enjoy the lake without the work of getting a property ready. Fully furnished, beautifully maintained, and truly move-in ready—just bring your bags and start living the Borden Lake life!

10856 County Road 10, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Professionals.

$1,650,000

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 7132644 MLS

STUNNING NORTH LONG LAKE EXECUTIVE HOME! This impeccably cared for 3BR, 4BA custom-designed home is perfectly positioned on 113' of sugar sand lakeshore with 1.3 acres of beautiful park-like professionally landscaped grounds and offers an extraordinary combination of craftsmanship, privacy, amenities and breathtaking natural beauty. The setting is unforgettable and features manicured perennial gardens, an incredible multi-level lighted waterfall feature creating a true outdoor oasis, a Grand Log Entrance, soaring 22' ceilings in the Great Room, a brand new maintenance-free deck, gorgeous white oak and black walnut flooring, rustic hickory cathedral ceilings, three fireplaces, a wall of lakeside windows, an impressive kitchen that blends timeless charm with modern convenience and highlights rustic maple cabinetry-Russian granite countertops-a vintage-style farm sink-state-of-the-art appliances and floor lighting throughout. The main-level primary suite features a luxurious tile ensuite featuring a walk-in glass shower, double custom sinks and beautiful clawfoot tub. The lower level adds to the year-round enjoyment with a large walk-out family room-office-laundry/utility room and a climate-controlled hot tub and exercise room finished with stone flooring and lined with cedar walls and ceiling…this leads to a charming patio gazebo which adds another great gathering space and is equipped with electric, a ceiling fan with connections for a TV and sound system. The 2-stall attached garage is heated/insulated PLUS a 2½-stall detached garage which is also insulated/heated and includes a well-designed private shop featuring epoxy flooring, dedicated heating and cooling, Wi-Fi controls and exhaust venting. This is far more than a lake home…it is a beautifully designed North Long Lake sanctuary!

6245 Sugarbush Trail, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Kurilla Real Estate LTD.

$1,800,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7131534 MLS

A Rare Boundary Waters-Inspired Lakefront Retreat... Rarely does a property come along that combines the trifecta of nearly 5 acres of heavily wooded land, 200 feet of prime Upper South Long Lake shoreline with sunset views, and a custom architect-designed contemporary home with nearly 4,000 finished square feet with a Scandinavian vibe. This extraordinary property offers the three things most often sought after... exceptional acreage, inspired architecture and 12 months of sunsets! A long, paved driveway winds through a magnificent forest of mature trees, including towering old-growth Norway pines, creating an immediate sense of privacy and the feeling of discovering your own favorite campsite in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. Yet, this remarkable setting is less than two hours from the northern suburbs of the Twin Cities. The custom-built contemporary home was designed by a renowned local architect and built by Nornberg Construction. It is thoughtfully designed to embrace the surrounding forest and lake, with expansive windows and outdoor living spaces capturing the western exposure across Upper South Long Lake. Interior features include both formal and informal dining areas, a lake facing kitchen with newer quartz counter tops, a gas burning fireplace in the great room, a wood burning wood stove in the family room and a main floor library or den with custom shelving and cabinetry. The upper level is your retreat among the pines. From an expansive loft area, French doors lead to the primary bedroom and bath. The walk-out level adds a family room and two additional bedrooms. A large wrap-around deck and screened porch provide inviting spaces to relax and entertain. The property also includes a charming chalet-style guest cabin with loft, a newer pole building, a new salt water hot tub, covered canoe and kayak racks and a separate sauna building with changing room. The shoreline features hard sandy bottom and easy water access, while the gentle elevation from the home to the lake makes the walk to the beach easy to navigate. Just across the road is Crow Wing County's Al-Pine trail, a county managed hiking and cross country ski destination. See more information in the supplements. This is a truly special lake property—private, wooded and naturally beautiful, yet easily accessible from the Twin Cities. Truly a once in a lifetime opportunity to become the custodian of this premier property and luxury dwelling on one of the Brainerd area's most desirable lakes.

11077 Leisure Lane, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Century 21 Brainerd Realty.

$799,000

3 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 7130375 MLS

Privacy and lakeshore come together at this beautiful Brainerd-area retreat! Set on 2.3 acres with 271 feet of lake shore on the Grave Lake. The lake is spring fed and private and DOES NOT FREEZE OUT. This charming log-sided home which features Andersen windows, offers the perfect up-north getaway surrounded by mature trees and peaceful southern lake views. The open floor plan with natural knotty pine adds timeless character and warmth in the home. Soaring vaulted ceilings features a spacious kitchen with beautiful natural wood cabinetry compliments the granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, under cabinet lighting and a dining area, a stunning floor-to-ceiling wood stone fireplace, two main-floor bedroom suites with private baths, and a versatile upper level with a bedroom, flex room, bathroom, and family room. Lakeside windows and patio doors lead to a covered patio with a hot tub and level access to the swimming beach and dock. The property also includes a 32x32 finished heated detached garage, 28x24 pole shed, 16x12 storage shed, and vintage log bunkhouse, providing plenty of space for all your toys, hobbies, and guests. Whether you're looking for a peaceful year-round home or the perfect weekend escape, this private lakefront property offers the best of Minnesota's Northwoods!

19099 Havel Ridge, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Results.

$465,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7114342 MLS

Enjoy year-round Rice Lake living without an association or HOA fees. Set on its own lot with approximately 60+ feet of owned shoreline, this home offers true main-level living and inviting spaces designed around the water. Vaulted ceilings, cherry flooring, a gas fireplace and an updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances and a gas range highlight the main level. Both the living room and primary suite enjoy beautiful Rice Lake views, while the dining area opens to the lakeside deck for easy indoor-outdoor living. The finished walkout lower level adds flexible space for guests, recreation or a home office and opens to the lakeside patio, a relaxing spot for morning coffee, outdoor dining or simply taking in the water views. Storage is well planned, with walk-in closets in all three bedrooms, an unfinished storage/utility room and additional under-stair storage. Mature trees and established landscaping frame the setting. Seller-owned dock and seasonal winch system included. Centrally located in the Brainerd Lakes Area, with Rice Lake part of the Mississippi River system.

1708 13th Avenue NE, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Northland Sotheby's International Realty.

$474,400

7126757 MLS

Imagine waking up to the peaceful setting of Upper South Long Lake, stepping outside with your morning coffee, and enjoying nearly 20 acres of privacy, 134ft of level lake frontage, wildlife, and natural beauty right out your back door in the highly sought-after Brainerd Lakes Area. Picture summer days spent on the water, evenings watching the sun settle over the lake, and quiet mornings exploring your own property where deer, turkey, and grouse naturally move through the landscape. This 19.9+/- acre lake property offers a rare combination of waterfront living, recreational acreage, and privacy in the Brainerd Lakes Area with multiple areas for building opportunities to choose from. Upper South Long Lake is approximately 804 acres with nearly 6 miles of shoreline, reaches approximately 47 feet at its deepest point, and offers excellent fishing for crappie, panfish, largemouth bass, northern pike, and walleye. It is interconnected by a channel to South Long Lake, providing access to an additional approximately 1,309 acres and 9.8-10 miles of shoreline. Together, these interconnected lakes offer more than 2,100 acres of water and nearly 16 miles of combined shoreline for boating, fishing, and recreation. The land itself adds another dimension to the property. A hardwood mix of mature white pine, birch, maple, and black ash are scattered throughout the rolling topography, gradually transitioning into wooded shrub swamps creating a private wildlife haven with direct lake frontage. Deer, turkey, and grouse can be enjoyed right out your back door, creating exceptional opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast. Apart from the property characteristics themselves, the location is just as good. Located just 15 minutes from Brainerd, you'll have convenient access to premier and championship golf courses, restaurants, shopping, and countless recreational lakes. Mille Lacs Lake is also only 20 minutes away, adding another legendary destination for fishing and recreation nearby. The purchase also includes a 1/3 interest in PID 7607P000, consisting of approximately 4.4+/- acres, utilized for private access off County Road 23. This is a property where lake life, wildlife, privacy, and recreation come together - with the space and setting to create the Brainerd Lakes Area retreat you've been dreaming of.

TBD County Road 23, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Midwest Land Group LLC.

$375,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 7121551 MLS

Your own place on the lake — without the big-lake price tag. This completely renovated Camp Lake cabin sits just steps from the water, giving you the kind of close-to-the-lake setting that’s getting harder to find. Inside, nearly everything has been refreshed with a bright, modern feel, including a custom kitchen with quartz countertops, new LVP flooring, new windows, updated lighting and more. Major improvements include new attic insulation, a new well pump and an on-demand tankless water heater, making this an easy, move-in-ready getaway. With 2 bedrooms and 1 bath, the cabin is the perfect size for weekends at the lake, a summer retreat or a low-maintenance place to escape year-round. Spend your mornings by the water, afternoons cruising the lake and evenings relaxing along the shoreline. The pontoon is included. No waiting until next summer to start enjoying lake life — bring your bags and start making memories. Conveniently located near the Brainerd Lakes and Garrison area with dining, golf, recreation and everything lake country has to offer nearby. Turnkey waterfront + renovated cabin + pontoon included — this one is ready to enjoy from day one.

24543 Camp Lake Road, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Integrity NW.

$859,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7115204 MLS

Welcome to this beautiful three-bedroom, two-bathroom home on sought-after North Long Lake! Featuring level elevation to the water with hard sand frontage, perfect for swimming, relaxing, and making lasting lake memories. Inside, the open-concept floor plan is designed to maximize lake views and create an inviting space for gathering. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, ceiling-height cabinetry, and quality finishes throughout. Enjoy year-round comfort with in-floor heat, and forced air heat, along with central A/C. The spacious primary suite offers a private retreat including power shades, full bath en suite, and a walk-in closet that conveniently includes the laundry area. Guests will feel right at home with a murphy bed in the guest bedroom, a third bedroom that doubles as the loft, and an insulated bunkhouse above the detached storage shed, providing additional sleeping space for family and friends. The two-stall attached garage also opens toward the lakeside, making it effortless to store kayaks, paddleboards, and all of your lake toys after a day on the water. Whether you’re looking for a year-round residence or a seasonal retreat, this home is ready for you to start enjoying North Long Lake from day one.

9362 Dorothy Avenue, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

$2,395,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 7114887 MLS

Experience luxury lakeside living at its finest in this exceptional custom-built 2020 retreat on the pristine shores of Love Lake (Gull Chain of Lakes), nestled in the heart of Minnesota’s premier vacation destination. Thoughtfully designed with timeless elegance and modern sophistication, this residence offers four distinctive bedrooms, five luxurious baths, and a gourmet kitchen crafted for culinary excellence. The serene primary suite features a spa-inspired bath with a walk-in tile shower and soaking tub. Entertain effortlessly with an expansive screened porch complete with a built-in grill, and enjoy year-round relaxation in the second screened porch featuring a sunken hot tub. The fully finished walkout lower level includes a secure safe room, exercise room, two guest suites, and seamless access to the beautifully landscaped grounds. Outdoor amenities include an in-ground heated pool with automated cover, natural gas tabletop fireplace, 118 feet of private shoreline, in-ground sprinkler system and dual garages—both a heated attached 2-car garage and a tuck-under lakeside garage. Additional features include a backup generator, beamed ceilings, main floor laundry, and walk-in pantry. Every detail reflects exceptional craftsmanship and meticulous care, offering a rare opportunity to own a truly refined Gull Lake Chain estate.

19522 Love Lake Road, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Northland Sotheby's International Realty.

$72,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 7112144 MLS

LOCATION!! The "sweetest" opportunity here for your summer residence on coveted Borden Lake located just minutes from Garrison, at a price you can afford! Fish, boat, swim and play on the sparkling waters of Borden Lake! With this seasonal set up in the Sweets Borden Lakes Association, not only is this a prime location, it is a centrally located "hot spot" with so much around and so much to do, including exploring nearby summer festivals, state parks, restaurants, casino, trails, golf -- literally the "heart" of central MN -- just 25 min. to Brainerd, 15 min. to Ruttgers on Bay Lake, 30 minutes to Aitkin. Shared association grounds directly ON THE LAKE with 534' of shared frontage and comes with your own private boat slip at the dock! Don't let this one slip by! 35x8 1996 Breckenridge. 12x10 shed

25657 Circle Drive, Brainerd

Listing courtesy of Sandelands Realty.

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