8490 Oak Road, Saint Joseph, MN 56374 (MLS# 7146068)

8490 Oak Road, Saint Joseph, MN 56374

New Listing

$725,000

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Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 5 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 4,491 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 544,500 Status: Active

Current Price: $725,000 List Date: 10/07/2026 Last Modified: 10/08/2026

Overview

Description

Welcome to 8490 Oak Road – a truly exceptional acreage property where luxury, privacy, recreation and entertaining come together! Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and w/ Sartell, St. Cloud and St. Joseph within shouting distance and 400+ of Watab River frontage, this extraordinary 12.5-acre estate offers 4,000+ finished square feet, a stunning natural setting and an incredible collection of amenities. Located in the highly regarded Sartell-St. Stephens School District, the property features approximately 2,200+ FSF on the main level and 2,100+ SF in the walkout lower level, w/ 5 bedrooms, multiple baths and two kitchens. The main level showcases vaulted tongue-and-groove cedar ceilings, exposed beams and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling brick double-sided fireplace housing three fireplaces—two wood-burning fireplaces on the main level plus a high-efficiency fireplace serving the lower level. The kitchen features custom cabinetry w/ soft-close hardware, an impressive 11.5-foot is ... (Read more) Welcome to 8490 Oak Road – a truly exceptional acreage property where luxury, privacy, recreation and entertaining come together! Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and w/ Sartell, St. Cloud and St. Joseph within shouting distance and 400+ of Watab River frontage, this extraordinary 12.5-acre estate offers 4,000+ finished square feet, a stunning natural setting and an incredible collection of amenities. Located in the highly regarded Sartell-St. Stephens School District, the property features approximately 2,200+ FSF on the main level and 2,100+ SF in the walkout lower level, w/ 5 bedrooms, multiple baths and two kitchens. The main level showcases vaulted tongue-and-groove cedar ceilings, exposed beams and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling brick double-sided fireplace housing three fireplaces—two wood-burning fireplaces on the main level plus a high-efficiency fireplace serving the lower level. The kitchen features custom cabinetry w/ soft-close hardware, an impressive 11.5-foot island, granite countertops and full backsplash, premium fixtures, new Ruvati sound-dampened stainless sinks, glass-front refrigerator, range, Bosch dishwasher and a wall oven. A spacious walk-in butler's pantry includes a sink and beverage refrigerator. The main-level primary suite offers balcony access, generous closet space, an en-suite bath and its own washer. The walkout lower level adds bedrooms, a second kitchen, office/gym, additional laundry, sauna and abundant flexible living space. Three patios and two decks create exceptional indoor/outdoor living, hot tub area, highlighted by the spectacular 2023 entertaining patio and outdoor kitchen. The 26-foot curved outdoor kitchen features granite countertops, stainless cabinetry, pellet grill, power burner, Big Green Egg smoker and beverage refrigerator, complemented by a commercial 750,000 BTU fire pit, built-in seating, automatic landscape lighting and an accessible ramp. The grounds are equally impressive, w/ mixed hardwoods and evergreens, the Watab River flowing through the southeast portion of the property, a private trail leading to the river and dock, plus lake access to Lake Rassier and Watab Lake. Excellent opportunities for hunting and wildlife viewing, including duck, goose, turkey and deer. Multiple lake association options are available for boat landing, beach and volleyball access, though membership is not required. The property also features a 62x36 heated and insulated shop with air-conditioned office, concrete floors, auto lift and compressor, attached two-car garage, insulated 34x14 stable, 44x18 lean-to, 40x51 pole barn w/ overhead doors, insulated finished 12x12 elevated treehouse w/ covered porch and loft, and a distinctive architectural chicken coop. Stearns County allows up to 10 animal units. Numerous major improvements provide peace of mind, including a standing-seam steel roof, steel gutters and NEW roof/ceiling insulation (2022), NEW asphalt driveway (2024), NEW propane furnace/boiler/hydronic system (2023), NEW water softener and conditioner (2017), central AC (2017), water heater (2015), waterproof Shaw Prodigy HDR Plus LVP flooring (2021), NEW well pump and pipe (2018), and compliant septic system. High-speed internet is available. Wrapped in wavy-bevel, natural-edge, solid-stained cedar siding and surrounded by remarkable natural beauty, this one-of-a-kind property offers an unparalleled combination of privacy, recreation, entertaining space and comfort. Do not miss out on your chance to call this place home!

Listing Details MLS# 7146068

General Property Information

Common Wall: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Manufactured Home?: No
Multiple PIDs?: No
New Development: No
Number of Fireplaces: 3
Road Btwn WF & Home?: No
Waterfront Frontage: 401
Waterfront YN: Yes
Year Built: 1975
Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly
Zoning: Residential-Single Family
Bath Full: Yes
Bath Three Quarters: 2
Bath Half: 2
Main Floor Total SqFt: 2281
Above Grd Total SqFt: 2281
Below Grd Total SqFt: 2210
Total SqFt: 4491
Total Finished Sqft: 4391.00
FireplaceYN: Yes
Lake/Waterfront Name: Watab River
Style: (SF) Single Family
Foundation Size: 2210
Garage Stalls: 10
Lot Dimensions: 263x888x98x10x202x752x601
Acres: 12.5
Assessment Pending: Yes

Property Features

Accessible: Wheelchair Ramp Agricultural Water: Well Air Conditioning: Central Air Amenities Unit: Deck; Hardwood Floors; Hot Tub; Kitchen Center Island; Kitchen Window; Main Floor Primary Bedroom; Natural Woodwork; Outdoor Kitchen; Panoramic View; Patio; Porch; Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet; Sauna; Tile Floors; Vaulted Ceiling(s); Walk-In Closet; Washer/Dryer Hookup Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Fuel Tank - Rented; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Assumable Loan: Not Assumable Basement: Concrete Block; Egress Windows; Kitchenette; Storage Space; Storage/Locker; Tray Ceiling(s) Bath Description: Sauna; Main Floor 1/2 Bath; Main Floor 3/4 Bath; 3/4 Primary; Private Primary; 3/4 Basement; Full Basement Construction Materials: Block; Concrete; Frame Construction Status: Previously Owned Crop Type: None Dining Room Description: Eat In Kitchen; Kitchen/Dining Room; Living/Dining Room Electric: 150 Amp Service; Circuit Breakers Elevation Highpoint to Waterfront Slope: Level Existing Financing: Conventional Exterior: Brick/Stone; Cedar Family Room Characteristics: Family Room; Lower Level Farm Type: Hobby; Hog; Poultry Fencing: None Fireplace Characteristics: Brick; Family Room; Fireplace Footings; Living Room; Wood Burning Foundation: Concrete Block Fuel: Propane; Wood Heating: Baseboard; Boiler; Hot Water; Radiant; Zoned Internet Options: Fiber Optic Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup; In Basement; Main Level; Washer Hookup Lock Box Type: Combo Lot Description: Accessible Shoreline; Tree Coverage - Heavy Outbuildings: Additional Garage; Hen House; Hog House; Lean-To; Pole Building; Stables; Workshop Parking Characteristics: Multiple Garages; Garage Door Opener; Heated Garage; Insulated Garage; Storage Pool Description: None Property Subtype: Acreage; Ranch-Style Home Road Frontage: No Outlet/Dead End; Paved Streets Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road Roof: Age 8 Years or Less; Metal; Pitched Second Unit: Easily Divided Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional; FHA; VA Sewer: Private Sewer; Septic System Compliant - Yes Soil Type: Loam; Sand Special Search: All Living Facilities on One Level; Main Floor Laundry; Main Floor Primary; Primary Bdr Suite Stories: One Topography: Level; Walkout Water: Drilled; Private; Sand Point Waterfront Type: River Front Waterfront View: South; East

Contract Information

Contingency: None
Original List Price: 725000
ListPrice: 725000
Owner is an Agent?: No
Auction?: No

Location Tax and Other Information

House Number: 8490
Street Name: Oak
Street Suffix: Road
Postal City: Saint Joseph
County: Stearns
State: MN
Zip Code: 56374

Acreage Information

Wooded Acres: 10

Assessments

Assessment Balance: 8
Assessment Installment: 8
Tax With Assessments: 7626

More Information

Building Information

Finished SqFt Above Ground: 2281
Finished SqFt Below Ground: 2110

Lease Details

Land Leased: Not Applicable

Miscellaneous Information

DP Resource: Yes
Homestead: Yes

Ownership

Fractional Ownership: No

Parking Characteristics

Garage Dimensions: 24x26
Garage Square Feet: 624

Public Survey Info

Range#: 29
Section#: 25

Room Information

Room Name	Dimensions	Level
Deck	10x14	Main
Deck	12x13	Main
Dining Room	14x21	Main
Family Room	16x28	Basement
Fifth (5th) Bedroom	10x12	Basement
First (1st) Bedroom	20x23	Main
Four Season Porch	12x23	Main
Fourth (4th) Bedroom	16x20	Basement
Kitchen	14x23	Main
Second Kitchen	18x18	Basement
Living Room	18x30	Main
Office	14x18	Basement
Patio	17x37	Main
Second (2nd) Bedroom	12x13	Main
Third (3rd) Bedroom	10x13	Basement

Listing Office: Edina Realty, Inc.

Last Updated: October - 08 - 2026

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8490 Oak Road, Saint Joseph, MN 56374 (MLS# 7146068)