524 E Lake Cowdry Road NW Alexandria, MN 56308

$665,000
Active
estimated monthly payment
4 Beds  |  2 Baths  |  2,588 Sq Ft  |  Single Family  |  MLS # 7073418
Open House(s)
Sat, Jun. 6 1:00pm to 3:00pm
  • Jump in the water is now perfect. Aerial view from the lake, showcasing the back of the home along with the dock and lift.  New Riprap Jan 2023
    Jump in the water is now perfect. Aerial view from the lake, showcasing the back of the home along with the dock and lift. New Riprap Jan 2023
  • Where weekends turn into tradition
    Where weekends turn into tradition
  • Where comfortable living meets breathtaking lake views right from your backyard.
    Where comfortable living meets breathtaking lake views right from your backyard.
  • Front view of the home with a small patio, ideal for relaxing or morning coffee.
    Front view of the home with a small patio, ideal for relaxing or morning coffee.
  • The perfect backdrop for lake life.  Generous outdoor space off the lower level, ideal for relaxation, entertaining, and enjoying the lake views.
    The perfect backdrop for lake life. Generous outdoor space off the lower level, ideal for relaxation, entertaining, and enjoying the lake views.
  • Beautiful lake Cowdry
    Beautiful lake Cowdry
  • New landscape and steps for ease of walking the stairs
    New landscape and steps for ease of walking the stairs
  • Cozy room off the entry, perfect as a versatile living area or home office.  New Gas fireplace Nov 2024
    Cozy room off the entry, perfect as a versatile living area or home office. New Gas fireplace Nov 2024
  • Charming entryway with convenient wall hooks and a closet for easy organization.
    Charming entryway with convenient wall hooks and a closet for easy organization.
  • Cozy room off the entry, perfect as a versatile living area or home office.
    Cozy room off the entry, perfect as a versatile living area or home office.
  • Modern kitchen featuring dark cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a stylish backsplash
    Modern kitchen featuring dark cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a stylish backsplash
  • Bright, inviting kitchen with a large sunlit window.
    Bright, inviting kitchen with a large sunlit window.
  • Bright and inviting living room with white paneling and a large window that fills the space with natural light.
    Bright and inviting living room with white paneling and a large window that fills the space with natural light.
  • The living room has a cozy fireplace and TV, perfect for relaxing or entertaining.  New fireplace in Sept 2025
    The living room has a cozy fireplace and TV, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. New fireplace in Sept 2025
  • Bedroom 1
    Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 2
    Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 3
    Bedroom 3
  • Charming bathroom with a bath-shower combo, marble-inspired shower backsplash, and a window that fills the space with natural light
    Charming bathroom with a bath-shower combo, marble-inspired shower backsplash, and a window that fills the space with natural light
  • Flow connecting the living, dining, and kitchen areas, perfect for entertaining and everyday living.
    Flow connecting the living, dining, and kitchen areas, perfect for entertaining and everyday living.
  • Charming dining room overlooking the kitchen, ideal for family meals
    Charming dining room overlooking the kitchen, ideal for family meals
  • Spacious downstairs bedroom, perfect for family, guests, or a home office.
    Spacious downstairs bedroom, perfect for family, guests, or a home office.
  • Bedroom 4
    Bedroom 4
  • Full downstairs bathroom with sleek finishes and convenient hooks.
    Full downstairs bathroom with sleek finishes and convenient hooks.
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  • Excluded from sale but can be purchased separately
    Excluded from sale but can be purchased separately
  • Private outdoor sauna, perfect for relaxation and enjoying the lake views.
    Private outdoor sauna, perfect for relaxation and enjoying the lake views.
  • Side of the home with beautiful fruit trees and shrubs
    Side of the home with beautiful fruit trees and shrubs
  • Rear of the house, highlighting the backyard and outdoor amenities.
    Rear of the house, highlighting the backyard and outdoor amenities.
  • Room for every season of fun.  Rear of the house, highlighting the backyard and outdoor amenities.
    Room for every season of fun. Rear of the house, highlighting the backyard and outdoor amenities.
  • Dock and lift are excluded from the sale but can be purchased separately
    Dock and lift are excluded from the sale but can be purchased separately
  • Detached two-stall garage offering both parking and storage.  Upgraded electricity to 60 amps Aug 2024
    Detached two-stall garage offering both parking and storage. Upgraded electricity to 60 amps Aug 2024
  • Outdoor walkway linking the home, garage, and sauna for easy access.
    Outdoor walkway linking the home, garage, and sauna for easy access.
  • Aerial view highlighting the home’s location to Lake Darling.
    Aerial view highlighting the home’s location to Lake Darling.
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  • Boat cruises and sunset views.  Aerial view from the lake, showcasing the back of the home along with the dock and lift.
    Boat cruises and sunset views. Aerial view from the lake, showcasing the back of the home along with the dock and lift.
  • Aerial view highlighting the home’s location to Lake Cowdry
    Aerial view highlighting the home’s location to Lake Cowdry
  • End every day with breathtaking sunsets over the water.
    End every day with breathtaking sunsets over the water.
  • Fishing, floating and fireside nights here at this home.  Imagine watching this every night.  Fence was installed Oct 2022
    Fishing, floating and fireside nights here at this home. Imagine watching this every night. Fence was installed Oct 2022
  • Golden skies, calm waves and unforgettable sunset evenings await at the lake.
    Golden skies, calm waves and unforgettable sunset evenings await at the lake.
  • Endless summer memories star here
    Endless summer memories star here

About The Listing

Discover the ultimate in Lake Cowdry living at this executive lakefront retreat, a truly cherished prize possession, fully renovated for the ultimate lake experience. Enjoy a prime Alexandria location just outside city limits, offering privacy, serenity, and unparalleled convenience to the Central Lakes Bike Trail, Brophy Park, and town amenities. Featuring 116 feet of pristine lakeshore, this property boasts ample shoreline with a hard, sandy bottom and deep waters perfect for water skiing, tubing, and fishing. This is lakefront living at its best. The home has been thoughtfully updated and impeccably maintained, resulting in the ultimate lake experience. Inside, this home offers a desirable 4-bedroom, 2-full-bathroom layout, featuring a roomy, open-concept floor plan and large living spaces. Three spacious bedrooms are thoughtfully placed on the main level, all flooded with stunning panoramic lake views. The open-concept living and dining areas create a warm and inviting space, complete with beautiful new floors and a remarkable fireplace. Additionally, the open and airy kitchen is newly remodeled and features fantastic appliances. The entire house has new, extremely pleasing paint, new light fixtures, and new finishes throughout. Wait till you see the living room fireplace. The entire lower level expands the home's functionality and living space. This walkout basement level features a wonderfully inviting family room and adds the highly desirable fourth bedroom, which is generously sized to easily accommodate a king-size bed with extra space. An updated second bathroom and a convenient dedicated laundry area complete this superb living space. The shoreline is protected by all new riprap, complemented by a new chain-link fence and brand-new stairs leading directly to the lake. Additional recent improvements include a new furnace installed in 2022, a new A/C unit in 2023, and a new roof completed in 2024, giving buyers added peace of mind for years to come. You decide—year-round home or cabin getaway? Don’t miss the opportunity to own a piece of paradise on Lake Cowdry. Schedule a tour today!


Listing courtesy of Kassia Lueck, RE/MAX Results
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Property Details

Features

 
 
 
Property Type: Single Family
Status: Active
Contingency Type: None
Year Built: 1975
MLS #: 7073418
Bedrooms: 4
Square Feet: 2,588
Bathrooms (Full): 2
Price Per Square Foot: $257
Bathrooms (Half) : 0
Bathrooms (Three Quarters) : 0
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Description: Detached Garage, Asphalt, Concrete, Electric, Garage Door Opener
Sewer Description: City Sewer/Connected
Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
Water: Drilled, Well
Heat Type: Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Humidifier
Basement: Egress Window(s), Finished, Full, Walkout
Foundation Type: Block
Construction Description: Frame
Roof Description: Age 8 Years or Less, Asphalt
Days On Market (Continuous): 0
Disability Features: None
Latest Update: 06/02/2026
List Date: 05/17/2026
Listing Agent ID: 500000586
Listing Office: RE/MAX Results
Listing Office ID: 200051
Data Source: NorthstarMLS - The Regional MLS of Minnesota
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Water Filtration System, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
Fireplace Features: Full Masonry, Gas, Living Room, Stone
Laundry Features: In Basement
Number of Fireplaces: 2
Exterior Features: Vinyl
Fence: Chain Link
Lot Dimensions: 104 181 116 163
Lot Size: 0.44 Acres
View Description: Lake
Waterfront: Lake Front
School District: Alexandria
Tax Year: 2026
Estimated Taxes: $4,152
Contingency Type: None
City: Alexandria
Zip: 56308
County: Douglas
Subdivision: Aud Sub
State: MN

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Listing last updated: 06/02/26

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