HEART OF THE LAKES PROPERTY PORTFOLIO | WINTER 2024
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DE A N H OG LU ND
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A M Y M CN ELL IS
T IFFIN I K IEBE L
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REALTOR®
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JOH N P IP P E RT
REALTOR®
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GARY DAGNE R
CAR L A S U N DB LAD
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REALTOR®, gri, crs
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OTSEGO
14464 87TH STREET NE, OTSEGO $769,900 | #6468752
Tremendous home featuring over 3,800 finished sq. ft., attached two-stall garage, detached 34x26 & 48x30 garages, and acreage on a corner lot. The recently finished lower level is home to the 4th bedroom, extra spacious 3/4 bathroom, game space and family room. The other 3 bedrooms are located on the upper level
which include the massive primary featuring two walk-in closets that lead to the impressive bathroom. Double sinks, jetted tub, corner shower, and wonderful windows letting in natural light. Absolutely stunning kitchen with commercial grade Wolf gas range griddle and grill and SS double oven set among an expansive
space with large island, this kitchen will be a favorite spot in the home. The outbuildings are sure to impress! 48x30 shed is heated, spray foam insulation, 11'8"x24
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new door and 240amp power. 34x26 shop is heated & window AC. Many important updates since 2019.
LAKE MARIE
5813 BRADLEY ROAD, SOUTH HAVEN $509,900 | #6452753
Claim your slice of lake life with endless views and sparkling shorelines on Lake Marie. Situated on a half acre and 100 feet of hard, sand lakeshore, this home is nestled in a quiet neighborhood. Oak floors make way through the main level of this home and pair nicely with the vaulted knotty pine
ceiling. The focal point of the living space is the original wood burning fireplace that is encompassed by warm tones of floor to ceiling brick. From the patio doors to the large picture window, many sensational views can be had throughout. This home offers a main level primary bedroom and laundry
room with two more bedrooms in the lower level walkout. You'll find fishing is fantastic on Lake Marie...Crappie, Sunfish and Walleyes are abundant! Are you ready to experience lake life and create lasting memories on Lake Marie?
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Country Acres
There's no life more wonderful than country living. Kick back on your back patio overlooking 13 acres of secluded countryside. This property offers a stunning walk-out rambler, 104X60 pole building, storage shed and fenced-in pasture. Gather and entertain in a spacious home with a vaulted main living area, custom kitchen, large backyard deck, 4 bedrooms including a primary suite, and lower-level entertainment area with a wet bar. The highlight of the property is certainly the pole building complete with kitchenette, laundry room w/half bathroom, floor drain, mezzanine, and upper entertaining area with ¾ bathroom and large wraparound deck. Start the hobby farm of your dreams with a storage shed near the fenced in pasture with a corral. Fall in love with the park-like setting including gorgeous gardens lined with concrete edging, a pond surrounded with a grove of trees and a luscious green lawn all maintained by a sprinkler system. Come home to your country paradise! 13415 County Road 7 NW, Clearwater $990,000 | #6446459
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EDUCATION FIRST Our focus in every working relationship is on educating our buyers and sellers to the very best of our ability. If you are well educated, we believe you will feel comfortable with the sales process and be prepared to make the best decisions for yourself.
LOCAL KNOWLEDGE MATTERS We know the neighborhoods, woods, roads and water. How is the fishing? What length would the school bus ride be? Is this road
plowed in the winter? There are thousands of good questions. Your agent will have answers.
RELATIONSHIPS ARE IMPORTANT We maintain strong relationships with service providers in our
area that you may need in your purchase or sale. This assures you
that you will have quality answers and solutions when questions or an unexpected problem arise.
TEAMWORK IS ESSENTIAL Our agents are independent, but are supported by the whole of the office. We believe that working together impacts our service in a
powerful way. When we help each other out, we are able to better serve our customers and clients.
NEGOTIATION IS KEY Putting an offer on the table as a buyer, or reviewing an offer that is being presented to you, is a pivotal moment in any search or
sale. Guidance that is clear, informative, and sincere is important.
Our agents will take you through each step with your best interest in mind.
WE ARE A MARKETING COMPANY We are driven by creativity, excellence and innovation. Advertising should be smart and targeted. One checklist does not apply to all,
so expect a plan that is customized to your one-of-a-kind property! Beware, we love to talk marketing!
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the most important decisions you will make, but we hope it will be fun too. We are privileged to be your guide, and hope that in the end, it is a road you will be glad you traveled.
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Cedar Landing C
edar Landing is currently underway. Maple Lakes newest development will offer one level carefree living
with 5 units available to purchase. The units will be 1,430 square feet and will have 2 bedrooms and 2 baths and wonderful 4 season porch that has views of the open space. Ready to purchase today! Starting at $315,000
Contact:
TIFFINI KIEBEL
GARY DAGNER
Cell: 763.464.2048 tiffini@oakrealtymn.com
Cell: 320.309.1739 gary@oakrealtymn.com
MISSISSIPPI RIVER
70XX 101ST STREET NE, MONTICELLO $239,000 | #6164107
Beautifully wooded lots on the mighty Mississippi River! Bring your plans to build your dream home, with roughly 200 feet of river front and located on a nice private road. These lots are close to the heart of Monticello that will leave you not only enjoying the Mississippi River views, but will also give you convenience for all your shopping and entertainment needs. These lots need to be sold together, come check out this stunning property!
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Red Door Retreat 5673 QUINER AVENUE NW, ANNANDALE ON LAKE SYLVIA
VACATI O N RENTAL
Your family vacation search ends here at this expansive home with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, complete with all the comforts of home. The water is just a few steps away, spend your days gliding through more than 1,500 acres of pristine
Lake Sylvia water. Situated in a quiet neighborhood, you will awaken to song birds and fall asleep to the sounds of waves. Gather in this comfortable home, built in 2023. Spread out in the main level surrounded with views of Lake Sylvia. The
spacious kitchen has all the modern amenities you’ll need to enjoy your vacation on the lake. Spread out in the living room and dining room offering wonderful space for the whole family. Turn-in for the night in the main level master
suite or one of the 4 upper level bedrooms complete with 2 three-quarter bathrooms. Spend some quiet time curled up
on the lakeside patio while taking in the Lake Sylvia shoreline or enjoying with Swedish fireplace that is perfect for s’mores year-round!
Imagine your perfect day out on the water warmed by the sun shining down as the fish bite or watching the kiddos
giggle as you tow them behind the boat. This is a home you can come back to year after year and create some memories, Lake Sylvia is only steps away. Pack up your family, and head for the lake!
Contact:
320.274.5 7 3 7 | HOM E S@OA KR E A LTYM N .COM Va c a t i on Renta l
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OUR ROOTS START HERE At the heart of who we are, and why we all love what we do, is the Annandale area itself. The Heart of the Lakes, as it has long been
called, is a wonderful lake country area that attracts young families and retirees. Many who once vacationed here now live here full time, and it’s no wonder why. It’s a charming small town with
great schools and endless recreation. It is important to us that
we surpass being just knowledgeable of the area, and that we also
provide you with service that goes above and beyond. As clients of ours, you will be treated like a neighbor... because you are. There
are a couple of things at the core of what “Seriously Local” means:
NICHE MARKETING Our focus is here. We know the local market, and its history,
extremely well. If you’re looking at property and want to know
specifics about fishing or a local school bus route, we have your
answers. If you’re selling, these are things your buyer will want to
know about too. As an independently-owned office, we make all of our own decisions, and at the heart of those decisions are what is best for serving our clients and the community.
LOCALLY-FOCUSED TECHNOLOGY We won’t adopt a tool or system just to impress you, but we will
implement technology that makes sense for you as a buyer or seller. For that reason our web site, www.oakrealtymn.com, is useful
and full of local information. It offers quick links to area lakes, a
fantastic map search, and upcoming open house information. Our daily hot list is a favorite, and the only resource of its kind for immediate updates solely on the Heart of the Lakes market.
HEART FOR THE COMMUNITY This area is much more than the place we work. We are all active in the community, from various non-profit/civic groups to lake
associations, schools and churches. We love participating in local traditions like Annandale’s historic 4th of July parade, Maple
Lake St. Patrick's Day Parade, Clearwater Heritage Days Parade, Annandale Expo among many others. We also join in to support other surrounding communities in their celebrations as well.
Seriously Local
because we embrace the Heart of the Lakes
COUNTRY ACRES
4508 COUNTY ROAD 146, SOUTH HAVEN $699,900 | #6470084
Impressive property with tremendous space inside and out! The scenic driveway takes you back to over 8 acres of wonderful living. Surrounded by mature trees you will find a colossal home featuring 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, towering ceilings, main floor laundry, attached and heated extra large garage along with a heated detached garage. This modified two-story home boasts a massive primary suite on the entire 2nd level which includes a gas fireplace, private deck, jetted tub and separate shower in the bathroom that leads to the spacious walk-in closet. Many hours will be spent outdoors as this property offers mowed trails through the woods that are connected by a small bridge. Chickens, goats, pigs, dogs, cats, all are welcome here! Coops, fencing and small outbuildings are already in place for your own little hobby farm. Enjoy the apple, pear, plum, and cherry trees in the garden area.
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BECKER
12208 SHERBURNE AVENUE, BECKER $229,900 | #6470323
Cute as can be! This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home is neat, clean and perfectly cozy as it sits on a large corner lot in the heart of Becker. Inside you will find granite counters in the kitchen along with a massive granite breakfast bar that surrounds the range and flows into the living room, plenty of natural light beaming through the brand new sliding patio door and updated laminate floors. Partially finished lower level features the washer, dryer, laundry tub and counter space with storage cabinets. Freshly painted, brand new SS refrigerator, new roof in 2021. The one-stall garage does not have access to the home. Wonderful opportunity to purchase the vacant lot to the west separately!
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There’s no life more wonderful than The Preserve at Lake John, an up-
scale development with glorious sunsets tucked away on a quiet street. This is a new and exciting development offering 12 stunning lakeshore lots with sandy-hard bottom shoreline and 11 expansive residential lots perfect for your dream home in a wonderful neighborhood . Located just a short drive from town, the development offers city sewer, city water and natural gas. Lake John has an active association with a public landing on the south side of the lake. Don’t miss your chance to start your own cherished traditions situated on The Preserve at Lake John.
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COUNTRY ACRES
13512 53RD STREET, ANNANDALE $849,900 | #6255590
Just over 68 gorgeous rolling county acres with 50 acres of pristine land for crops. The home was completed in 2021 and is surrounded by woods offering fantastic privacy. The home is complete with a covered entryway, kitchen, living room, bonus room and covered back porch. Numerous acres are fenced and ready for grazing. Short drive to French Lake and Annandale offering wonderful shops, restaurants, parks beaches and a fantastic school district.
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CEDAR SOUTH
909 ISABELLA AVENUE, CLEARWATER $349,900 | #6471573
This Cedar South customized beauty is on the market for the first time. Home offers a great open floor plan. Lower level was remodeled a few years ago with a stunning master bedroom that was completed with a custom walk in shower that will not disappoint. The yard has been groomed to perfection and the trees that surround the property provides a nice private place to retreat to. The 3 car garage was built with added depth and is insulated and sheet rocked. Seller has added a side concrete parking area next to the garage for those extra toys. This is not your typical yard shed, it is 14 X 20 with concrete floor so like having another garage. This 4 bedroom and 3 bath home is located in a great development with ideal access to major highways and everything central Minnesota has to offer. 21
Making Memories Are you looking for something to do this weekend? Bundle up and head to Robert Ney Regional Park for some fresh air and Vitamin D! The Wright County Parks and Recreation Department offers cross-country skiing at six different park locations for you to enjoy, Robert Ney Regional Park in Maple Lake may just be your favorite! Here, ski rentals are available on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am-6pm ( January thru mid-March). Discover nature and wildlife on 3.5 miles of classic groomed trails through small hills and level areas, ideal for the intermediate skier. Be sure to visit https://www.co.wright.mn.us/facilities/facility/details/robertneymemorialparkreserve-22 for more information.
COMMERCIAL LOT
2XX KENDALE AVENUE SOUTH, ANNANDALE $149,900 | #6160061
Prime location off of busy State Highway 55 and Kendale Avenue South. This corner sight is ideal for a food franchise, customers will love the convenience and access from the highway. The spacious level lot spans across .29 acres with amazing visibility offering plenty of possibilities for a drive-thru location. The city of Annandale has many established businesses and is a growing community, this would be an ideal location for a new business venture...bring your ideas!
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TRUE LOG
17910 27TH AVENUE, CLEARWATER $799,000 | #6373086
This impressive true log home was custom built with awe-inspiring views of its breathtaking surroundings. With massive logs, the rustic environment feels like being embraced by towering trees. Spend your days in comfort, the home offers a magnificent 2-story wood burning fireplace, stunning vaulted ceilings, and spacious covered decks with never ending views. Gather in the kitchen with Amish built birch cabinets and the living room that opens to the dining room. Wake up to the sunrise from the upper-level primary suite complete with a full bathroom and walk-in closet. The upper level also offers a loft, catwalk, and sitting room all surrounded by windows. Spanning across over 54 acres of wildlife, ponds and trails this property is certainly a dream. Spend your days outdoors making memories, relaxing on one of the many decks or taking-in the wildlife.
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MAPLE LAKE
2906 DONNELLY DRIVE NW, BUFFALO $559,000 | #6432454
With over 52 feet of Western facing shoreline, you will instantly be amazed by the beauty and tranquility that lake life has to offer. From boating, fishing, and various other water sports, Maple Lake will not disappoint. The lake boasts over 730 acres with a maximum depth of 73 feet and 13 feet of water clarity. This upper level offers one primary bedroom, full bathroom with double sinks and a loft overlooking the spacious family room complete with a wall of windows providing breathtaking views of the lake. The main level presents a large foyer and formal living room with vaulted ceilings, skylight, and gorgeous bay window for your time to just relax and enjoy living on the lake. The main living area of this lake home is on the lower level with dining room, kitchen, 3/4 bathroom and large family room with a fantastic 16' high vaulted ceiling. A detached garage with bonus room and a single garage completes this property.
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SOUTHBROOK
830 MORRISON AVENUE SOUTH, ANNANDALE $344,900 | #6446165
Welcome to this stylish newly built home in the Southbrook Golf course community ready for its next owners. Once you enter the home you will notice the open design and the fresh modern look of todays colors and materials. Open concept and design of the main level provides easy use of the living dining and kitchen area. Seller has added a 16 X 20 off the dining room for your outdoor entertaining needs. The rear yard backs up to Southbrook's community park so your green space feels much larger and free use of the playground and basketball court without having to add one to your yard. Home offers 2 bedrooms on the upper level and 2 in the lower level. There is a full bath on each level along with a private bath in the primary bedroom. You will love the expansive space the lower level great room offers. Excellent opportunity to own this beautiful home in the Southbrook golf course development.
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Shadowland's Guest House
6225 PILGE R AVE N UE N W, A N N A N DA LE O N L AK E SY LV I A
VACATI O N RENTAL
Experience the Heart of the Lakes finest waters with a vacation stay in a luxurious waterfront home on Lake Sylvia, available to guests seeking a getaway to an exceptional lake country setting. Come, stay, and see what the beauty of this area is truly all about.
Set on 4 private acres of the renown Lake Sylvia Peninsula, this spacious waterfront home is available for year-round enjoyment. Its thoughtful floor plan comfortably accommodates up to 10 adult guests. Relax by the wood burning fire-
place or take in the stunning views from the lakeside deck or screened in porch. Families with children, don’t pass it by. With an expansive lakeside lawn that stretches along 450+ feet of pristine shoreline, this is a haven for fun and play.
You will enjoy the crystal clear waters of two private swimming beaches each offering a dock, the beautiful apple orchard and mature trees, and certainly the home itself. A full screened porch allows you and your guest’s pleasant outdoor dining
rain or shine. Gathering spaces throughout invite you to relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect with family and friends. Great
for boating, summer and winter fishing, snowmobiling, summer and winter skiing, and so much more. Property offers a kayak, paddle boat, stand up paddle boards, canoe, hammock, lakeside fire pit and a pickle ball court. Isn’t it time you treated yourself to a week away?
Contact:
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COUNTRY ACRES
12643 STATE HIGHWAY 15, KIMBALL $214,900 | #6435683
Wonderful opportunity to own 11 plus acres just outside the town of Kimball. The acreage has good blend of mature trees and tillable ground. As
you enter the property you will notice the old oak tree that shades the home. The home is in need of work. When the work is complete you will a have a great place to call home. Behind the home there is some nice spots to add a pole shed. Property is ideal location on Highway 15 providing
great access to St Cloud or Hutchinson and other major highways in the area. This property has great potential for one to create their own self sustainable farm with ample room for gardens, chickens and whatever else you desire.
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F lying High For the past several years, the 2nd Saturday in February has been a time to look forward to for the town of Buffalo. This year, make sure to bundle the kiddos up and head to the Kites on Ice Festival located on Buffalo Lake. Bring a kite, bring an appetite and bring the whole family...the kids get a free kite while supplies last. Plan to stay for the day and enjoy food trucks, beer gardens, family activities, dog sled rides and even a corn hole tournament! Mark your calendar for Saturday, February 10th, 2024. Be sure to visit https://www.buffalochamber.org/event/kites-ice-festival for more information.
MISSISSIPPI RIVER
1XX MAPLE STREET, CLEARWATER $250,000 | #6163968
Unique investment opportunity overlooking the Mississippi River located near Clearwater's Historic Main Street. 1.75 beautiful acres ready for an entrepreneur's creative touch or your dream home. Zoned R-4 Residential Low Density while also being in the Wild & Scenic Corridor this vacant lot would be ideal for single family homes, a two-family dwelling, town-homes, or manor homes with city water and city sewer connection close by. Surrounded by mature trees for added privacy, this level lot can be subdivided into 7 lots. Contact Clearwater's Zoning Administrator for further land use information. Conveniently located near I-94 and County Road 24.
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CLEARWATER LAKE ACCESS
9048 KLEVER AVENUE NW, ANNANDALE $589,900 | #6436067 Wonderful opportunity to own this newly built 2 story with a fresh modern design on just over an acre of land with deeded access to Clearwater Lake. You will appreciate the open design on both levels of the home and the quality in which the home was built. The owners suite has all attributes you desire spacious room, large walk in closet, private bath and flex room to use as you like. Upper level is divided with owners quarters and laundry on one side and then the other side has great room, full bath and 3 additional bedrooms. The attached 4 car garage is heated and insulated plus there is an additional concrete pad for extra vehicles or toys. Newer home, acre of land and lake access making it the best of all worlds.
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working with people in a professional and respectful manner. He was part owner of local appraisal company Dagner & Associates in Annandale, which gave Gary a knowledge of local real estate by observing both active and sold sides of the market. He is also experienced in the distressed property market (short sales and foreclosures). For the past 25 years he has been an active, full time agent in real estate. STEVE BRUGGEMAN
DEAN HOGLUND
B r ok e r/O wne r, REALTOR®, CRS, G RI
A s s oc i a te B r ok e r, REALTOR®
Steve, owner/broker of Oak Realty, joined his father in the family business in 1986. In 2000, he took over the company and today is the backbone of what he says is the “best team of Realtors® around.” He says Oak separates itself from others by an unmatched strength in niche marketing. “We have a limited number of agents that are specialists in an area they truly love, many have spent most or all of their lives living in the Greater Annandale Area.”
A lifetime resident of the Hasty, Silver Creek, Monticello, Maple Lake and Annandale areas, Dean’s career background has spanned a variety of positions in real estate sales, land and business development. He has owned a number of small businesses and also three real estate companies. Dean has extensive experience as a real estate agent and got his Broker’s license in 1992. Before joining Oak Realty as an Associate Broker, he owned and operated Lake Country Properties and Real Estate in Maple Lake, Emily and Outing.
He is proud of Oak’s strong philosophy of quality customer service, and the focus the company maintains on accurately understanding client needs and working together as a team. Paying attention to detail and getting the right information is the key to building successful personal relationships with clients and finding them the right property, he says. Steve moved to Annandale at the age of 11, and grew up on Pleasant Lake where he resides today with his wife Kelly. They enjoy time spent with their two boys and their families including two grandchildren. He is a motorcycle enthusiast and enjoys traveling with his family. He is a past president of the Lions Club and Chamber of Commerce, and a member of the Pleasant Lake Association. He says the best parts of his job have been taking over the family business, showing others the area and lakes, and enjoying the atmosphere created by the people who work at Oak. Steve specializes in investment properties and high-end vacation homes, and says he is a big believer in the Greater Annandale Area, “It’s a great place to invest in.” He is also known for his extensive market knowledge and his unmatched devotion to clients.
Steve has been designated a Super Real Estate Agent in 2014, 2015 and 2019. Steve was also named one of the ‘Best Real Estate Professionals’ from Minnesota Monthly since 2018. 40
Gary is a well rounded agent dealing with first time home buyers on up to high end real estate. He says he loves to see the smiles on his clients faces when they close on their home purchase. Gary has in-depth knowledge of purchasing habits, current trends, pricing structure and home values within the Annandale area. Gary and his wife Hollie reside in Clearwater with their three children and enjoys being active in their busy lives. He is an avid golfer, and enjoys gardening and vacationing in his spare time.
Dean’s focus is to make certain his buyers and sellers are completely satisfied with the transaction and assures them he has their best interest in mind. Dean currently operates Oak Realty’s Maple Lake office.
Dean and his wife Bonnie live on Pleasant Lake in Annandale. They are blessed with three children and seven grandchildren.
CARLA SUNDBLAD RE ALTO R® , GRI
Oak Realty welcomed Carla to their sales team in April of 2007. Carla has been a resident of the Annandale area since 1987 having lived in parts of California and North Dakota before settling in the French Lake countryside where she and her husband, a lifelong resident of the area, raised two sons, Jake and Philip.
GARY DAGNER RE A LTO R® , GRI
Gary has been with Oak Realty since 1996, and has lived in the Annandale area most of his life. He followed his father’s footsteps into the real estate and appraisal business with Dagner & Associates in 1988 and also with Oak Realty in 1997. No other agent, besides Steve, has been with Oak Realty as long. An Annandale High School graduate, Gary attended school in Iowa and later worked in the golf industries in the Annandale area and Phoenix, AZ, where he says he gained experience
Carla received a bachelors degree in social work from Gustavus Adolphus College and worked for many years as a social worker for Wright County, in addition to several other health care related positions. Familiar with the greater Annandale area and it’s people, she is excited to have the opportunity to introduce new individuals, couples and families to the area and all it has to offer. There is nothing more satisfying to her than to present a new home owner the keys to their new home and welcoming new residents to the area. Carla proudly calls herself a retired Hockey Mom, in her spare time enjoys camping with her friends and family, and being active in her community. She enjoys working on various crafts including knitting & sewing.
in Office Administration. She worked with a financial advisor prior to nearly ten years in the mortgage lending field, during which she also worked for Lake Country Properties in Maple Lake. Tiffini joined the growing staff at Oak Realty in 2007, continuing to assist buyers and sellers with their real estate needs.
AMY MCNELLIS RE ALTO R ® , G RI
Amy joined the Oak Realty team of realtors in the Spring of 2009. Raised on Lake Sylvia and familiar with the Heart of the Lakes area, Amy has a passion for the lake life in Annandale and surrounding communities.
She has a drive to help people discover the beauty of the lakes area and the expertise to help them find the right lake house, cabin, cottage, or home to fit their needs. Amy worked in the mortgage and advertising fields before getting her real estate license. She enjoys the quick changes and challenges of the real estate industry, as well as the helpful, team atmosphere in the office. “Buying and selling can be stressful, and I strive to have an open ear to answer any questions and prepare a buyer or seller on how the process generally goes to make it as smooth as possible.”
Amy currently resides in Rockford with her fur babies. In her spare time she enjoys listing to music, playing pool or cribbage, and just having fun! Spending time with friends and family and being at her parents’ home on Lake Sylvia are her favorite ways to relax. She loves all of the seasons that Minnesota has to offer, but like a true Annandale native, the 4th of July is one of her favorite times of year!
TIFFINI KIEBEL REALTOR ®
Tiffini grew up in Maple Lake. She attended Concordia College - Moorhead where she completed a degree in Business with a minor
She and husband Marty, a Maple Lake elementary teacher and coach, currently live outside Maple Lake with their two daughters, Ella and Alexandra. In her spare time she enjoys scrap-booking, photography, golfing, sports and spending time with family and friends.
MEGAN JONES RE A LTO R®
Born and raised in Fairhaven, and a Kimball Area Schools graduate, Megan has absolutely added a wealth of positivity and energy to the Oak Realty team since joining us in the Spring of 2020. She continued her studies at MN State University – Mankato and found herself back home. Like many in our office, she missed the place she calls home. Sales and customer service is rich in Megan’s work background. She has gained vast experience managing and working in the food and JENNA POTTER health industries. Today, the most important RE A LTO R® , GRI , C RS part of her career is to provide excellent service A native of Becker, MN, Jenna is excit- to buyers and sellers in order to earn their trust, ed about the experience she has gained referrals and repeat business. Clients apprecisince starting with Oak Realty in 2012. ate Megan’s flexibility, patience, low pressure She is a 2005 graduate of Becker High sales and the ability to listen and hear what her School and a 2008 Cum Laude gradu- client’s wants and needs are. ate of the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Megan and her family’s favorite time of the Since getting in to Real Estate Jenna has year is fall in the Heart of the Lakes, “Annangained a great amount of experience helping dale provides the best trick-or-treating down first-time home buyers looking for that spe- Main Street, my child loves the candy and I cial place to call home, move-up buyers, and love how safe it is!” They also look forward to vacation property seekers looking for that ice fishing on Clearwater Lake and visiting "home" away from home. Pleasant Lake beaches in the Summer. Megan Jenna is grateful for the wonderful people she currently resides in Kingston with her daughhas met and looks forward to helping new ter Lillian and husband, Kody. They plan to clients while retaining relationships with past move to Annandale in the near future. ones. She prides herself in her care for others and dedication to do whatever it takes to make her client happy. She continues to challenge herself by taking on new roles and designations within the REALTOR® sector. She has become a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) and earned the Graduate REALTOR® Institute (GRI) designation, both of which recognize professional accomplishments in both experience and education. Jenna and her husband Derek reside on Rice Lake in Clearwater with their four children Jaylyn, Axel, Dallas and Savannah. In addition to being an active participant in the Becker Chamber of Commerce, Monticello Rotary Club and local athletic leagues, Jenna enjoys spending time with her family and friends that all reside close by.
AMY SPIELMANN RE A LTO R®
Amy Spielmann and her family moved to the area in 2014 to her husband’s hometown, Annandale. They reside on Bass Lake and are fond 41
and keeps our busy office running smoothly. Angie also manages lakeshore vacation rentals through the Oak Realty office. She enjoys working with such a close-knit group, and for a hometown company where there is opportunity to give back to the community she loves.
of lake life anytime of the year. As a mom of four and wife, she knows the meaning of time management and organization.
Thanks to her previous journey as a dental hygienist, she is used to helping people through nervous situations and making sure they always leave with a smile. Amy has been an active member of the Heart of the Lakes and is excited to be turning that community focus toward real estate. With a passion for service in the Annandale area, she is ready to help with your home buying and selling needs. As a proud member of the Oak Realty family, Amy carries the values of hard work, integrity, and outstanding client service into everything she does. When Amy isn’t making home ownership dreams come true for her clients, she enjoys spending time with her husband Eric and children; Abby, Will, Clare, Wyatt and puppy Otis. They love fishing the area’s lakes, hiking, camping, swimming, playing board games and taking in all the colors during the fall, her favorite time of the year.
ANN SELIX RE A LTO R®
Ann joined the Oak Realty team in the fall of 2023. Her top priority has quickly become providing her clients with an incomparable level of service regarding each transaction, from contract to closing. She never forgets the impact of having the right home can have on someone and approaches each showing with that in mind.
Ann has an extensive background in sales and has always enjoyed listening to her client’s needs. She and her husband Warren live on Clear Lake in Watkins for almost two decades. In their free time they love to explore new lakes in and outside of the Heart of the Lakes. They also have a pretty soft spot for their furry kid, Bowie.
JOHN PIPPERT REALTOR ®
Oak Realty welcomed John to their team of realtors in the fall of 2022. As a longtime resident of Locke Lake, John is eager to work with buyers and sellers and assist in their real estate journey. He will work tirelessly to meet his client’s needs and be a calming knowledgeable guide throughout the sometimes chaotic buying and selling process. John and his wife Lori have spent many summer days on the lake with their three children. Whether it be boating or fishing year-round, Locke Lake has been where he and his family has many fond memories. He is past president and current board member of the Locke Lake Home Owner’s Association and enjoys being a part of many lake activities. When the weather cools, John spends his free time hunting with his lab Ruby, and being outdoors. John recognizes and values the trust his clients place in him and will strive every day to exceed their expectations. He truly loves the area he has lived and raised his family in and wants to assist his clients in making right decision for their own family. “I want to make sure you feel supported and that you have a trusted advisor by your side”. 42
Communicating early and often, Ann’s warmth ensures her clients are kept up-to-date throughout the entire homebuying and selling process. She is devoted to her clients and has the full support of Oak Realty behind her.
In her spare time, Angie treasures spending time with her family, her husband Shawn, daughter Justice and son Chance, lab Sarge, being active in her children’s activities and relaxing at her parents’ lake home. When presented with a moment of free time, they retreat to their land in South Dakota on Big Stone Lake. “I also enjoy going boating, traveling and camping.” She loves the changing of seasons and the array of colors the Heart of the Lakes displays year-round.
OUR HISTORY Founded in 1974, Oak Realty is the Annandale area’s oldest real estate brokerage. That year Don Bruggeman purchased and renamed what was Daryl Gunnerson Realty and our red and white leaf was born. Oak Realty operated on Oak Avenue, Annandale’s Main Street, for many years, developing a reputation as a highly respected and professional real estate company serving the Annandale Area. Don’s son Steve joined the business in 1986 and the company continued to grow into the early 90’s. In 1996, the company made a move from its location in downtown Annandale to a new, log-sided building on Highway 55, visible as you enter town from the East. Steve purchased the company in 2000, and with each passing year Oak Realty has continued to grow and succeed through an ever-changing market.
ANGIE BOYER Offic e & M a rke ting M a na ge r
Angie joined Oak Realty in its Annandale Office in June 2009. She grew up in Annandale on Clearwater Lake and is raising her family in her hometown she loves dearly and the place her family has called home their entire lives.
Angie holds an AAS Degree in Advertising Design from Minnesota School of Business and a Diploma in Graphic Design from Minneapolis Business College. She helps keep all of Oak on the leading edge of technology, she shares fresh ideas in marketing and advertising,
In 2007, Oak Realty acquired Lake Country Properties and Real Estate in neighboring Maple Lake. Their location serves as our second office. The growth we have experienced as a company has helped expand our presence in the Maple Lake Area. We've been pleased with the addition of both new and experienced agents to our staff. Today our offices are home to 13 staff members. Among us are local graduates, former local business owners, lake association presidents, and community volunteers. We are your Annandale Area Specialists. Our eager, educated staff of individuals love this area and know it well.
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