Cass County property record for 249 28th Ave NW, Backus, MN 56435
| Property Type | Seasonal / Vacation Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,392 sqft · built 1985 |
| Lot Size | 17.2 acres (751,410 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Tax Bill | $2,238 (2026) |
| APN | 34-035-1101 |
| Primary APN | 34-035-1101 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,392 sqft Base Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,392 sqft |
| Flooring | Carpet |
| Interior Walls | Paneling |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1985 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1985 |
| Architectural Style | Rustic |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Construction Type | Log |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 751,410 sqft (17.2 acres) |
| Lot Width | 1 ft Width |
| View / Lot | Waterfront / Beach |
| Garage Area | 1,412 sqft |
| Driveway | Driveway |
| Parking Spaces | 1 Parking Space |
| Pool Area | 608 sqft |
|---|---|
| Porch | Patio |
| Porch Area | 169 sqft |
| Deck Area | 329 sqft |
| Shed | 1 Shed |
| Shed Area | 1 sqft |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Heating Fuel | Propane |
| Sewer | Septic |
| Water Source | Well |
| Account Number | 25284 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 249 28TH AVE NW |
| City | BACKUS |
| State | MN |
| Zip | 56435 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Specialized > Seasonal / Vacation Home |
| Legal Description | N 17.25 ACS OF GOVT LOT 8 |
| Legal Range | 30 |
| Legal Township | 139 |
| Legal Section | 35 |
| Legal Lot Number | 8 |
| Jurisdiction | CASS MN |
| Township / Civil Division | POWERS |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1041 |
| Census Tract | 960600 |
249 28th Ave NW, a residential property, is owned by an individual.
Source: Cass County records, as of August 18, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 855 VILLAGE CENTER DR, SAINT PAUL, MN 55127-3016 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Borrower in Default |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 249 28th Ave NW was $2,238, down 1.6% from the year before.
Source: Cass County assessment roll, as of April 16, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Cass County |
| County Subdivision | Powers Township |
| Unified School District | Pine River-Backus Public School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,238.00 (-1.58%) | ||
| 2025 | $2,274.00 | $439,200 Land $97,100 Building $342,100 | $439,200 Land $97,100 Building $342,100 |
| 2023 | $2,148.00 | ||
| 2022 | $423,300 Land $83,900 Building $339,400 | $423,300 Land $83,900 Building $339,400 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA has no flood map on file for 249 28th Ave NW.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer
| FEMA Flood Zone | Not on file |
|---|
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 249 28th Ave NW is low, with a 0.02% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · lower than 60% of Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.02% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 3 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Tremolo Communications Fiber | 2,500 / 2,500 |
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