Willow River Real Estate

Willow River Real Estate

Welcome to Willow River, Minnesota—a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Pine County. This charming city offers a delightful blend of small-town warmth and natural beauty, making it an ideal place to call home. With a population of just over 1,000 residents, Willow River is known for its tight-knit community and friendly atmosphere, where neighbors become friends and everyone feels like family.

The city is beautifully situated along the scenic banks of the Willow River, providing ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. Residents and visitors alike can enjoy activities such as fishing, kayaking, and hiking through the lush surrounding forests. The nearby St. Croix National Scenic Riverway offers breathtaking views and a chance to connect with nature, while the local parks provide perfect spots for picnics and play.

Willow River boasts a rich history, with charming architecture that reflects its past. The downtown area features quaint shops and local eateries, where you can savor delicious homemade meals and shop for unique treasures. The community hosts various events throughout the year, fostering a vibrant local culture that celebrates the seasons and brings everyone together.

Education is a priority here, with access to quality schools that nurture young minds and prepare them for a bright future. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an active lifestyle, Willow River offers the perfect blend of tranquility and community spirit. Come explore this idyllic city and discover why so many people are proud to call Willow River home!

Newest Listings in Willow River

$529,000
ACTIVE Status 3 Beds 1 Baths 7102649 MLS 1,152 SqFt.
Welcome to your own private Northwoods retreat! Nestled on 46 breathtaking wooded acres, this extraordinary property offers the perfect blend of tranquility, recreation, and natural beauty. Whether you're searching for a peaceful escape, a year-round residence, or a legacy property to enjoy for generations, this remarkable property offers a unique opportunity. A network of trails winds throughout the property, inviting endless opportunities for hiking, walking, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, ATV riding, and exploring the woods. Beyond the property, the trail system connects to recreational trails, including convenient access to the Soo Line ATV Trail and the Willard Munger State Trail, allowing you to enjoy miles of adventure right from your own retreat. River-fed Ice Lake, approximately 22 feet deep, offers exceptional kayaking, canoeing, fishing, and peaceful relaxation amid breathtaking scenery. The lake is home to northern pike, bass, crappie, and more, while abundant wildlife makes this a true nature lover's paradise. Every season showcases picture-perfect views that feel like a living painting. Adding even more value, the property includes a transferable DNR Forest Management Plan, providing benefits such as reduced property taxes and potential future timber revenue. The beautifully maintained, energy-efficient log home has been thoughtfully updated while preserving its timeless character. The logs were professionally treated in 2025, helping preserve the home's beauty and structural integrity. The natural insulating qualities of log construction provide exceptional year-round comfort while contributing to the home's impressive energy efficiency. The stunning kitchen was completely remodeled in 2025 with luxury cabinetry, elegant granite countertops, and premium finishes. In July 2026, the home, garage, and gazebo were professionally treated and freshly stained on the exterior. The spacious detached garage provides abundant room for vehicles, recreational equipment, storage, and a workshop, making it an ideal space for projects, hobbies, and year-round storage. The gazebo interior was freshly painted, and the gazebo roof was completely refreshed, completing the property's meticulous care and maintenance. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee overlooking the water, casting a line from the dock, exploring the miles of connected trails, or simply soaking in the peaceful surroundings, this is more than a home—it's a lifestyle. Rarely does a property offer this exceptional combination of privacy, natural beauty, thoughtful updates, impressive energy efficiency, and year-round recreation. Experience a place where every sunrise, every season, and every view leaves a lasting impression.

2490 County Road 39, Willow River

Listing courtesy of Dwell Realty Group LLC.

$730,000
ACTIVE Status 3 Beds 3 Baths 7032551 MLS 3,700 SqFt.
Tucked deep within 13 breathtaking wooded acres, this extraordinary custom-built estate is the ultimate fusion of refined luxury and a true hunter's paradise. Whether you're pursuing whitetail deer, black bear, grouse, pheasant, turkey, or quail, this property delivers world-class hunting right outside your back door. A deer stand with heat capabilities provides comfort through even the harshest conditions, while the custom treehouse doubles as an exceptional elevated hunting blind with sweeping sightlines across the surrounding woods. This land works as hard as it plays. Encompassing over 3,700 square feet, the home offers three bedrooms, three baths, and an attached three-car garage, all thoughtfully designed to blend timeless luxury with natural beauty. Nearly every detail has been hand-crafted from timber milled directly from the property itself, with rich custom woodwork, cabinetry, and granite countertops throughout. The chef's kitchen features a double oven and a hidden liquor cabinet concealed behind the television — perfect for celebrating a successful harvest. The lower level offers a spa-inspired retreat with a custom shower room, beautifully appointed bath, and a handcrafted sauna, ideal for unwinding after a cold morning in the stand. The heated and insulated pole barn provides abundant space for hobbies and storage, including a dedicated wood shop, private office, and ample room for all your equipment and hunting gear. A greenhouse, chicken coop, and lean-to add homestead charm, while the apple orchard and raspberry bushes naturally attract and hold wildlife. The one-of-a-kind "wine tasting" treehouse nestled in the canopy creates an unforgettable destination for post-hunt entertaining or quiet evenings beneath the stars. This is more than a home — it is a secluded sanctuary where world-class hunting, craftsmanship, and luxury exist in perfect harmony.

76100 Maple Road, Willow River

Listing courtesy of Lakes Sotheby's International Realty.

$299,900
ACTIVE Status 3 Beds 1 Baths 7074846 MLS 1,300 SqFt.
Well-maintained property inside and out featuring a beautiful mix of open green space, mature trees, ponds, and low land, creating a peaceful country setting with endless potential. Previously used as a produce farm, this versatile acreage is well-suited for hobby farming, animals, gardening, recreation, or simply enjoying quiet rural living with plenty of room to spread out. The home offers 3 bedrooms all on one level, a functional kitchen with dining peninsula, pantry space, cooktop and gas range, partial basement, and several thoughtful updates throughout. Major improvements include a newer roof (2022/2023) and updated mechanicals within the last 5 years, providing peace of mind for future owners. The property is rich with established plantings and landscaping, including lilac bushes, apple trees, rhubarb, and raspberry bushes, adding seasonal beauty and harm. Exceptional outbuildings provide outstanding utility and flexibility, including a 24x32 insulated garage, 54x32 machine shed, 24x48 L-shaped pole shed with 24x24 lean-to/chicken coop area, a 60x16 barn with attached greenhouse, ferry garden, and additional garden/farm structures previously used for produce growing and storage. The land features a desirable blend of wooded areas, patio space--perfect spot to relax outdoors and enjoy campfires, open yard (potential pasture), ponds, and low-lying natural habitat, offering privacy, wildlife presence, and a scenic rural backdrop. This is a rare opportunity to own a well-equipped acreage with space, infrastructure, and versatility for a wide range of uses.

84481 Denham Road, Willow River

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Results.

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