Perham Homes with Perham-Dent School district

Perham: A Charming City in Otter Tail County, Minnesota

Nestled in the heart of Otter Tail County, Minnesota, lies the picturesque city of Perham. Known for its small-town charm and friendly community, Perham offers a quality of life that is hard to find elsewhere. With its stunning natural beauty, vibrant local culture, and excellent amenities, it's no wonder that Perham is a sought-after destination for homebuyers.

One of the key attractions of Perham is its highly regarded school district - Perham-Dent School district. Families looking to settle down in Perham can take advantage of the exceptional educational opportunities provided by this district. With a strong focus on academic excellence and a supportive learning environment, parents can rest assured that their children will receive a top-notch education.

When it comes to real estate, Perham offers a diverse range of options to suit every taste and budget. Whether you're looking for a cozy single-family home, a spacious townhouse, or a sprawling rural property, you'll find it in Perham. The city boasts a mix of historic homes and modern developments, each with its own unique character and charm.

Beyond its excellent schools and real estate options, Perham offers a wealth of recreational activities and amenities. From exploring the beautiful lakes and trails that surround the city to enjoying the vibrant downtown area with its shops, restaurants, and community events, there is always something to do in Perham.

If you're considering making Perham your home, you'll be joining a welcoming community that takes pride in its city. With its strong sense of community spirit and commitment to quality living, Perham truly is a place where residents can thrive.

Newest Perham Homes with Perham-Dent School district

$525,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 7116925 MLS

CUSTOM-BUILT HOME ON 10.72 ACRES! Experience exceptional Privacy, Craftsmanship, and Country Living with this stunning 2017 Custom-Built Home set on 10.72 acres south of Perham. Tucked away on a spacious Double Lot, this property offers Peaceful Seclusion with convenient access to Perham just 9 minutes away. Inside, Thoughtful Craftsmanship and Quality Finishes are found throughout, with 4 Beds, 3 Full Baths, and 3,348 SqFt across two finished levels. The living room features Vaulted Ceilings, abundant Natural Light, and Panoramic Country Views, creating a bright and inviting space to gather. The kitchen is equally impressive, offering an Oversized Island, Custom Cabinetry, pantry, and Stainless-Steel Appliances. Completing the main level, you’ll find a Home Office, guest bedroom, Full Bath, and an Owner’s Suite with a Walk-In Closet & Full Ensuite Bath. Downstairs, the Fully Finished Basement adds excellent versatility with a spacious Family Room, two additional bedrooms, Full Bath, and a Storage/Utility Room featuring Top-Of-The-Line Utility Systems. Not to be overlooked, the attached Heated and Insulated Garage offers an impressive 1,216 SqFt for vehicles, equipment, storage, and projects. With Quality Craftsmanship, Functional Acreage, and a Peaceful Rural Setting, this property offers Ideal Country Living just minutes from Perham!

41803 397th St, Perham

Listing courtesy of Jack Chivers Realty.

$334,900

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 7119012 MLS

Three-Unit Apartment Building for Sale in Downtown Perham. This three-unit apartment building in the heart of downtown Perham is a strong investment opportunity in a growing community with consistent rental demand. Each unit features its own private entrance, giving tenants added privacy and a true at-home feel. Dedicated off-street parking adds everyday convenience and increases long-term tenant retention. The downtown location makes this property an easy rental option. Tenants can walk to local shops, restaurants, services, and employers. That central positioning helps reduce vacancy and keeps demand steady year-round. The sellers are related to the selling agent

155 SW 4th, Perham

Listing courtesy of eXp Realty.

$1,920,000

4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 7115642 MLS

Exceptional opportunity to own a highly productive and versatile 120-acre farm with endless potential! Whether you're looking to continue a successful dairy operation, raise beef cattle, establish a horse farm, or expand your agricultural investment, this well-equipped property is ready to go. Approximately 100 acres are irrigated, productive tillable cropland serviced by a center pivot irrigation system, providing excellent crop production potential year after year. The impressive farmstead includes two 160' x 44' buildings constructed in 2025, a modern dairy parlor built in 2021, a spacious pole shed, a 60' x 40' Quonset, and a large chicken coop, offering the infrastructure needed for a variety of farming operations. The property also features a comfortable 4-bedroom, 1-bath farmhouse with a new roof and new well, combining modern updates with peaceful country living. Whether your plans include dairy farming, cattle, horses, hobby farming, or a diversified agricultural operation, this property offers the land, improvements, and flexibility to bring your vision to life. Productive acreage, quality buildings, and modern farm infrastructure make this a rare opportunity you won't want to miss. Schedule your private showing today!

48709 County Highway 8, Perham

Listing courtesy of Centennial Realty.

$1,235,000

4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 7116406 MLS

Discover the possibilities with this exceptional farmstead offering the perfect combination of comfortable country living and outstanding agricultural infrastructure. Situated on a picturesque rural setting, this property features a spacious 4-bedroom home with a new roof and new well, providing peace of mind for years to come. The impressive lineup of outbuildings makes this property ideal for dairy, beef, horses, hobby farming, or a variety of agricultural operations. The centerpiece is a massive 320' x 98' milking parlor, complemented by two 160' x 44' cattle sheds built in 2025, offering modern facilities ready for livestock. Additional buildings include an 80' x 46' pole shed, 60' x 40' Quonset, 4-stall garage, and a large chicken coop, providing abundant storage and endless versatility. Whether you're looking to expand an existing farm, start a new agricultural venture, or enjoy the space and freedom of country living, this turnkey farmstead is ready to meet your needs. Opportunities like this are hard to find—schedule your private showing today!

TBD County Highway 8, Perham

Listing courtesy of Centennial Realty.

$685,000

7116388 MLS

Exceptional opportunity to own over 101 acres of productive irrigated cropland. This highly desirable parcel features a center pivot irrigation system, providing consistent water access to help maximize crop production and improve yield potential. The level, workable acreage offers excellent versatility for a variety of crops and is well-suited for expanding an existing farming operation or adding to your investment portfolio. Whether you're a producer looking to increase your acreage or an investor seeking quality agricultural land, this property offers the infrastructure and productivity to support long-term value. Don't miss the chance to own premium irrigated farmland with proven potential.

TBD 487th Avenue, Perham

Listing courtesy of Centennial Realty.

$2,800,000

29 Beds ⋅ 17 Baths ⋅ 7114176 MLS

A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own an established lakeside resort on Big Pine Lake one of Otter Tail County’s most sought-after recreational lakes. Situated on approximately 5.5 acres with 325 feet of pristine, level, sandy shoreline, Whispering Pines Resort has been welcoming guests for decades and offers an exceptional combination of proven income, outstanding amenities, and future upside. There are 29 bedrooms, that sleep close to 90 total people. For the past 25 years, Whispering Pines has been cherished and meticulously maintained by four family owners and they have enjoyed not only the financial benefits of the resort, but the priceless memories created with family, friends, and generations of returning guests. Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare, as properties offering both a treasured family legacy and established income-producing potential are seldom passed from one family to another. The property features 12 updated fully furnished cabins, including three newer log homes, 14 licensed RV sites, with six separately platted parcels ranging from approximately 0.85 to 0.99 acres, creating flexibility and long-term value rarely found in resort properties. Guests enjoy everything that makes a classic Minnesota lake vacation unforgettable, including a beautiful sandy swimming beach, beach volleyball court, three docks with boat slips, playground, fish cleaning house, traditional sauna, game room, and an on-site gift and bait shop. An owner/manager residence is located on the property, allowing for convenient year-round management and operation. Ownership has made substantial capital improvements, including a new $250,000 septic system and drain field, providing peace of mind for years to come. Whether you’re looking to continue operating a successful, turnkey resort, expand the existing business, or simply invest in one of the finest lakefront properties in the Perham Lakes Area, Whispering Pines presents an exceptional opportunity. Properties offering this combination of acreage, level sandy shoreline, established income, and development flexibility rarely become available.

46362 Cty Highway 8, Perham

Listing courtesy of Prime Realty.

$2,800,000

7113965 MLS

A once-in-a-generation opportunity to own an established lakeside resort on one of Otter Tail County’s most sought-after recreational lakes. Situated on approximately 5.5 acres with 325 feet of pristine, level, sandy shoreline, Whispering Pines Resort on Big Pine has been welcoming guests for decades and offers an exceptional combination of proven income, outstanding amenities, and future upside. For the past 25 years, Whispering Pines has been cherished and meticulously maintained by four family ownership groups who have enjoyed not only the financial benefits of the resort, but the priceless memories created with family, friends, and generations of returning guests. Opportunities like this are exceptionally rare, as properties offering both a treasured family legacy and established income-producing potential are seldom passed from one family to another. The resort features 12 rental cabins, including three newer log cabins, 14 licensed RV sites, and six separately platted parcels ranging from approximately 0.85 to 0.99 acres, creating flexibility and long-term value rarely found in resort properties. Guests enjoy everything that makes a classic Minnesota lake vacation unforgettable, including a beautiful sandy swimming beach, beach volleyball court, three docks with boat slips, private boat launch, playground, fish cleaning house, traditional sauna, game room, and an on-site gift and bait shop. An owner/manager residence is located on the property, allowing for convenient year-round management and operation. Ownership has made substantial capital improvements, including a new $250,000 septic system and drain field, providing peace of mind for years to come. Whether you’re looking to continue operating a successful, turnkey resort, expand the existing business, or simply invest in one of the finest lakefront properties in the Perham Lakes Area, Whispering Pines presents an exceptional opportunity. Properties offering this combination of acreage, level sandy shoreline, established income, and development flexibility rarely become available.

46362 County Highway 8, Perham

Listing courtesy of Prime Realty.

$650,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7111730 MLS

WALK-OUT LOT ON BIG PINE LAKE! This Lakefront Retreat offers a Perfectly Level 0.47-Acre Lot, 100 ft. of Sandy Frontage, and unforgettable Sunsets just 10 minutes from Perham. Tucked away at the end of a dead-end road, the Lot is surrounded by Mature Trees and bordered by Matz Creek along the northwest, creating a rare mixture of seclusion, natural beauty, and easy lakefront living. The property features two Fully Finished Homes with a combined 1,440 SqFt of living space, offering Excellent Flexibility for guests, entertaining, or future Rental Potential. The Primary Home captures the classic Lake Cabin Feel with 768 SqFt, 2 Beds, 1 Bath, and a Lakeside Deck perfectly positioned to take in breathtaking Northwest-Facing Sunsets over the water. Just steps away, the 672 SqFt Guest Cabin adds Modern Simplicity with a spacious Living Room, Full Bath, Wet Bar, and Large Bunk Room, an ideal setup for hosting family & friends after long days on the lake. With two finished living areas, a Level Walk-Out Shoreline, Sunset Views, and Flexible Guest Accommodations, this property offers exciting potential as an addition to a Vacation Rental Portfolio. Whether you’re looking for a Year-Round Home, Seasonal Lake Retreat, or Investment Opportunity, this Lakefront Setting is sure to impress!

45565 Whispering Sands Ln, Perham

Listing courtesy of Jack Chivers Realty.

7113056 MLS

Online-only multi-parcel real estate auction offering up to 30± secluded acres near Perham, MN, sold in 4 parcels. Auction opens Aug. 17th and closes Friday, Aug. 21st at 12pm. This listing covers Lot 3 (Tract B): 5.13 +/- fully wooded acres and 259 +/- feet of lakeshore on Albert Lake! Excellent building location and investment opportunity! Enjoy fishing, wildlife, and the outdoors with this property. Also offered (separate listings): Lot 1 (Parcel D): 40x50 shouse with 9.57 acres and 417 feet of lake Albert Lake shoreline. MLS#7113012. Lot 2 (Tract C): Cabin/homestead on 5.88± wooded acres. MLS#7113044. Lot 4 (Parcel E) 9.76 acre lot with some trees. Nice building location and investment opportunity. MLS#7113012. Visit our auction site for online bidding. Property sells as-is and with confirmation of the seller. $5,000 earnest money per parcel.

TBD 460th Avenue, Perham

Listing courtesy of Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes.

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7113044 MLS

Online-only multi-parcel real estate auction offering up to 30± secluded acres near Perham, MN, sold in 4 parcels. Auction opens Aug. 17th and closes Friday, Aug. 21st at 12pm. This listing covers Lot 2 (tract C): 5.88± fully wooded acres, no lakeshore. 1970-built cabin/homestead, 3 levels with walk-out basement. 3 bedrooms (1 non-conforming egress), 2 bathrooms. Propane furnace, electric baseboard heat, shallow well, septic (condition unknown). This home has been vacant for some time and will need work and updates. Small shed that needs work also included. This will make a great investment property! Also offered (separate listings): Lot 1 (Parcel D): 40x50 shouse with 9.57 acres and 417 feet of lake Albert Lake shoreline. MLS#7113012. Lot 3 (Tract B): Wooded 5.13± acre lake lot, 259± ft of Albert Lake shoreline. Lot 4 (Parcel E) 9.76 acre lot with some trees. Nice building location and investment opportunity. MLS#7113012 Visit our auction site for online bidding. Property sells as-is and with confirmation of the seller. $5,000 earnest money per parcel.

39332 460th Avenue, Perham

Listing courtesy of Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes.

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7113012 MLS

Online-only multi-parcel real estate auction offering up to 30± secluded acres near Perham, MN, sold in 4 parcels. Auction opens Aug. 17th and closes Friday, Aug. 21st at 12pm. This listing covers Lot 1 (Parcel D): a wooded 9.57± acre parcel with 417± feet of shoreline on Albert Lake. Includes a 2009-built, two-story 40x50 shouse — ideal to finish into a full-time residence or cabin with plenty of workshop and storage space! Surrounded by mature woods with direct lake access great for fishing, wildlife, and lake living. Property will need some finishing work. Lot 4 (Parcel E): Includes 9.76± acres, primarily open land with some trees. Split from lot 1 and selling separate. Nice building location or investment property. Also offered (separate listings): Lot 2 (Tract C): Cabin/homestead on 5.88± wooded acres. Lot 3 (Tract B): Wooded 5.13± acre lake lot, 259± ft of Albert Lake shoreline. Visit our auction site for online bidding. Property sells as-is and with confirmation of the seller. $5,000 earnest money per parcel.

39326 460th Avenue, Perham

Listing courtesy of Counselor Realty Detroit Lakes.

$359,500

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 7106036 MLS

RURAL PERHAM RETREAT on ONE ACRE! Escape to your own little haven nestled near the end of a quiet dead-end road. This property offers the perfect blend of country peace and modern convenience. Check out the welcoming open floor plan with vaulted ceiling. Step through the patio door onto the backyard deck or head down to the screened three-season porch below to enjoy quiet evenings bug-free. This home features 3-bedrooms 2-bathrooms, natural gas furnace, central air and newer windows for energy efficiency. There is a 2-stall attached and insulated garage plus a storage shed for the tools and mower. The yard has an irrigation system, firepit area and a brand new septic system for peace of mind. Located just 3 miles from downtown...all on blacktop!

44198 Mosquito Trail, Perham

Listing courtesy of New Horizons Realty Of Perham.

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