6851 N Shore Trail N, Forest Lake, MN 55025
Local realty services provided by:ERA Gillespie Real Estate
Listed by: kellie tabery
Office: exp realty
MLS#:7048512
Source:NSMLS
Price summary
- Price:$2,350,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$294.04
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, TimberStrand framing & in-floor radiant heat on all three levels (excluding the upper garage & guest apartment). 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
- Listing ID #:7048512
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:April 10, 2026 at 12:56 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:$2,350,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$294.04
- 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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