Pine County MN Real Estate in Beautiful Eastern Minnesota

People meander over to the eastern edge of Minnesota to relax in the natural beauty of Pine County. Named for the rich pine forests, Pine County also features gorgeous rivers flowing through its rolling hills. The 1,435 square mile county is home to an estimated 30,000 residents. We appreciate the affordable cost of living, fresh air, invigorating outdoor activities, and good old-fashioned fun.

Pine County MN Real Estate

Pine City

So, look for a home with acreage, a waterfront property, or a cabin in the woods. Pine County real estate offers some of everything. Commonly, homes sit on 2 to 20 acres. But you can get a four-bedroom home on half an acre for under $300,000 just as an older property needing TLC could be under $100,000. Buyers are pleasantly surprised at the reasonable prices for larger acreage properties. Live near a country club or rough it in the woods!

Recreation in Pine County MN

Owning a property in Pine County puts you close to all kinds of outdoor recreational activities. And that means bonding times during fishing and canoeing or hunting and trapping expeditions leading to fish fries or deer stews back at the cabin. In addition, extensive area trail systems around Pine County promote hiking and biking, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing, ATV rides, and horseback riding.

Big Parks and Forests

You’ll never tire of basking in the serene natural surroundings here from a golf green or campsite. Start at Moose Lake State Park in the northern region near Nermadji State Park. Banning State Park is close to Sandstone and near Carlton, find Jay Cooke State Park. You’ve still got Fond Du Lac State Forest and St. Croix State Park. Head to Chengwatana State Forest near Pine City on the southern end of Pine County.

Resiliency and Rebuilding

Established in 1856, the lucky ones living in Pine County now appreciate the groundwork laid by early settlers and protected by governance. But there have been challenges along the way. The logging industry played a big part in the creation of the railroad and surrounding communities. And it was set back in 1894 by the largest fire in Minnesota history.

Learn the history at the Fire Museum in Hinckley, Snake River Trading Post near Pine City, and in other special places around Pine County. Over the past century, the industrious spirit of the communities pays tribute to the past and present. The people rebuilt. They made an extra determination to preserve and protect the scenery and wildlife. They’ve established fabulous multi-use trail systems throughout. As you become a property owner in Pine County, claim the heritage of resiliency as your own.

Come to Pine County MN

From our perch on Sturgeon Lake, we can take Interstate 35 south all the way to Pine City, the county seat for 14 small cities and over 30 townships, including Windemere Township. So, buy a home in Pine County and spread yourself out near a small city or in the backcountry close to the forested state parks.

Realtors – Pine County Minnesota

Call Vern C. Anderson II, GRI, Timber Ghost Realty, Sturgeon Lake, MN, (218) 522-0301. Vern knows the area like the back of his hand and will point out the best Pine County MN properties to fit your goals.