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‘Rare’ private island on Minnesota lake lists for $7.2M — first time being sold in 50 years. (2026, September 21). New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/09/21/real-estate/rare-private-island-hits-minnesota-market-for-7-2m/
“‘Rare’ private island on Minnesota lake lists for $7.2M — first time being sold in 50 years.” New York Post, 21 Sept. 2026, https://nypost.com/2026/09/21/real-estate/rare-private-island-hits-minnesota-market-for-7-2m/.
“‘Rare’ private island on Minnesota lake lists for $7.2M — first time being sold in 50 years.” New York Post, September 21, 2026. https://nypost.com/2026/09/21/real-estate/rare-private-island-hits-minnesota-market-for-7-2m/.
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Harlow A. Gale, a Minneapolis real estate developer, purchased Lake Minnetonka's private island from the federal government in 1871. The island has remained within the Gale family for nearly 50 years and is now listed for sale at $7.2 million by Coldwell Banker Realty agent Jeffrey Dewing. This marks the first time the island, which includes a three-bedroom summer house built in 1874, a main house from 1950, and other structures like a waterfront tower and log cabin, has been on the market since its acquisition.
The island features several amenities such as a barbecue gazebo with storage below and stone patio access. It is situated close to Excelsior and Wayzata, both of which offer restaurants, shopping, and nightlife options. Dewing notes that while it will likely serve as a secondary residence due to logistics, its potential for year-round use exists given the unique setup.