N457 Balsam Lake Road, Birchwood, WI 54817
3 beds · 3 baths (2 Full / 1 Half) · 2,688 sqft · $253/sqft · 0.5 acres · Built 1976
MLS# 1603747
About N457 Balsam Lake Road, Birchwood, WI 54817
Family compound with two incredible structures sold turnkey fully furnished! Discover this exceptional Northwoods retreat featuring 109 feet of pristine frontage on beautiful Balsam Lake! Tucked among mature trees with outstanding privacy, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath cabin, along with a custom 36’ x 40’ guest/recreation cabin, offers breathtaking lake views and spectacular sunsets. The main cabin has undergone an extensive whole-home renovation, with much of the interior taken down to the studs and completely rebuilt, creating a like-new retreat with modern finishes and low-maintenance living for years to come.
Improvements include new custom knotty alder cabinets with granite countertops, luxury vinyl plank flooring, fresh paint, fixtures, updated finishes, and much more.
The guest/recreation cabin features a spacious family room with a custom bar, cozy pellet stove, additional sleeping accommodations, and a stunning bathroom with a tile shower and in-floor heat throughout.
Step outside to the professionally designed patio with a firepit and expansive lakeside deck areas, creating the perfect setting for entertaining guests.
The new dock is ideal for swimming, relaxing, or casting a line in one of the lake’s outstanding fishing areas.
The huge detached 4-car garage and new lakeside storage shed provide ample room for vehicles, boats, and all your lake toys.
Balsam Lake connects to Red Cedar Lake and Hemlock Lake, offering miles of boating, outstanding fishing, a waterfront golf course, a popular lakeside restaurant and bar, and endless recreational opportunities.
With direct access to ATV and snowmobile trails from your front door, this property is an ideal year-round getaway with excellent rental potential.
Most furnishings are included—see the attached list for details.
Property Details
- Style
- One And One Half Story
- Levels
- One And One Half
- Above Grade Finished
- 1,248 sq ft
- Below Grade Finished
- 1,440 sq ft
- Possession
- Close Of Escrow
- Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant Floor
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Electric
- Circuit Breakers
- Water
- Drilled Well
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Foundation
- Block, Poured
- Construction
- Stone, Wood Siding
- Appliances
- Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Water Softener, Washer
- Basement
- Full, Finished
- Fireplace
- Two, Other, See Remarks
- Exterior Features
- Dock
- Patio & Porch
- Deck
- Parking
- Concrete, Driveway, Detached, Garage
- Other Structures
- Sheds
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Water Frontage
- 109 ft
- View
- Lake
- HOA
- None
- School District
- Birchwood
- County
- Washburn
- Township
- Town of Birchwood
- Directions
- From Birchwood: Head west on WI-48, turn right onto Balsam Lake Rd, the property will be on the left and is signed.
- Parcel Number
- 650102371034515112518000
- Exclusions
- Sellers Personal
- Legal Description
- BALSAM LAKE PARK LOT 36 & SOUTH PT LOT 37 L 2 CSM #769 V 4 P 54 DOC# 403418 WD
- Listing Brokerage
- Dane Arthur Real Estate Agency/Birchwood
Price & Listing History
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Jun 2022 · Listed$450,000
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Jul 2022 · Sold · 31 days on market$500,000
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Aug 2026 · Listed$679,000+35.8% above last sale $500,000 in 2022 (+$179,000 over 4.0 years · +7.9% per year)
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Pending · 49 days since listedFinal price disclosed at closing
Prior price and listing information from sources believed to be reliable, but no guarantees of accuracy and data has not been confirmed. Please confirm with county official documents.
Flood Zone
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer. Flood maps are updated periodically (typically every 5–10 years per area) and may not reflect current ground conditions or recent improvements. For mortgage purposes, your lender may obtain an official Flood Determination from a licensed firm. Always verify before making decisions.
About Balsam Lake
This property is on Balsam Lake, a lake in Washburn County.
Public access: Public boat access available.
View Balsam Lake on the WI DNR lake portal →
Source: Wisconsin DNR · lake data as of May 2026. Lake information is provided for general reference only and may not reflect current conditions. Verify independently before making decisions.
Location
- Parks
- Boat landings
What's Near N457 Balsam Lake Rd, Birchwood, WI 54817
Nearby Parks
- 1.7 mi
- 7.2 mi
- 8 mi
Nearby Boat Landings
- 9.3 mi
Birchwood Area Schools
- Elementary
- Birchwood Elementary (PK-05)
- Middle
- Birchwood Middle (06-08)
- High
- Birchwood High (09-12)
School information is sourced from public NCES data (assigned public schools from attendance-boundary data; nearby private schools and colleges by distance) and may change. Confirm directly with the school or district before relying on it.
Birchwood Property Taxes
- Annual tax
- $3,348.41 (2025)
- Parcel #
650102371034515112518000- County
- Washburn
Legal: BALSAM LAKE PARK LOT 36 & SOUTH PT LOT 37 L 2 CSM #769 V 4 P 54 DOC# 403418 WD
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