1780 138th Avenue, Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024 (MLS# 7011509)

1780 138th Avenue, Saint Croix Falls, WI 54024

$2,067,500
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 4,807 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 57,935 Status: Closed
Current Price: $2,067,500 List Date: 7/08/2026 Last Modified: 8/17/2026

Overview

Description

A rare opportunity to own one of Deer Lake's most iconic properties. Perfectly positioned on 1.33 acres with 171 feet of pristine shoreline, this Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired architectural masterpiece was designed in 1963 by renowned architect Elizabeth Close for Governor Elmer L. Anderson and his wife, Eleanor. Thoughtfully integrated into its natural surroundings, the property offers exceptional privacy while directly adjoining more than 120 acres of protected conservancy land featuring scenic hiking trails that will remain forever undeveloped. This is a truly one-of-a-kind setting where timeless architecture and nature exist in perfect harmony. See the supplements for the fascinating history of this extraordinary home and its distinguished legacy. Deer Lake is celebrated for its crystal-clear water, outstanding fishing, and exceptional water quality. Conveniently located less than an hour from the Twin Cities and just minutes from the charming towns of St. Croix Falls and Balsam Lake ...

Listing Details MLS# 7011509

General Property Information

Common Wall
No
Lot Measurement
Acres
Manufactured Home?
No
Multiple PIDs?
No
New Development
No
Number of Fireplaces
Yes
Road Btwn WF & Home?
No
Waterfront Frontage
171
Waterfront YN
Yes
Year Built
1963
Yearly/Seasonal
Yearly
Zoning
Residential-Single Family
Bath Full
Yes
Bath Three Quarters
3
Main Floor Total SqFt
3915
Above Grd Total SqFt
3915
Below Grd Total SqFt
892
Total SqFt
4807
Total Finished Sqft
4453.00
FireplaceYN
Yes
Lake/Waterfront Name
Deer Lake (600083825)
Style
(SF) Single Family
Foundation Size
3267
Garage Stalls
2
Lot Dimensions
171x301x167x322
Acres
1.33
Assessment Pending
No

Property Features

Accessible: None Air Conditioning: Central Air Amenities Unit: Deck; Dock; Hardwood Floors; In-Ground Sprinkler; Kitchen Center Island; Kitchen Window; Main Floor Primary Bedroom; Natural Woodwork; Panoramic View; Patio; Porch; Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet; Security System; Skylight; Tile Floors; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet; Washer/Dryer Hookup Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Trash Compactor; Washer Assumable Loan: Not Assumable Basement: Partially Finished; Storage Space Bath Description: Double Sink; Main Floor 3/4 Bath; Full Primary; Private Primary; Two Primary Baths Construction Status: Previously Owned Dining Room Description: Eat In Kitchen; Separate/Formal Dining Room Electric: Circuit Breakers Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Slope: Gradual Exterior: Wood Family Room Characteristics: Entertainment/Media Center; Great Room; Main Level Financing Terms: Cash Fireplace Characteristics: Amusement Room; Wood Burning Foundation: Concrete Block Fuel: Propane Heating: Forced Air Lake Details: Sand Laundry: Laundry Room; Main Level Lot Description: Irregular Lot; Tree Coverage - Heavy Property Subtype: Cabin; Rural Residential Road Frontage: Paved Streets; Private Road Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road Roof: Age 8 Years or Less; Flat Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic System Compliant - Yes; Tank with Drainage Field Special Search: All Living Facilities on One Level; Main Floor Bedroom; Main Floor Laundry; Main Floor Primary Stories: Four or More Level Split Water: Private; Well Waterfront Type: Lake Front Waterfront View: South

Contract Information

Off Market Date
2026-08-05
Contingency
None
Closed Date
2026-08-17
Original List Price
2200000
Sales Close Price
2067500
ListPrice
2200000
Owner is an Agent?
No
Auction?
No

Location Tax and Other Information

House Number
1780
Street Name
138th
Street Suffix
Avenue
Postal City
Saint Croix Falls
County
Polk
State
WI
Zip Code
54024

Assessments

Tax With Assessments
14860

Building Information

Finished SqFt Above Ground
3915
Finished SqFt Below Ground
538

More Information

Lake Details

Lake Acres
786
Lake Depth
46

Lease Details

Land Leased
Not Applicable

Miscellaneous Information

Homestead
No

Ownership

Fractional Ownership
No

Parking Characteristics

Garage Square Feet
841

Public Survey Info

Range#
17W
Section#
30
Township#
34N

Room Information

Room NameDimensionsLevel
Dining Room23x15Main
Family Room19x12Main
First (1st) Bedroom17x16Main
Fourth (4th) Bedroom15x14Main
Kitchen18x13Main
Living Room29x19Main
Media Room16x15Main
Recreation Room30x20Lower
Screened Porch23x11Main
Second (2nd) Bedroom10x10Main
Third (3rd) Bedroom15x13Main
IDX
Listing Office: Edina Realty, Inc.
Last Updated: August - 17 - 2026
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