Rodney Sparks, GRI
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc
Owner/REALTOR®
Phone:
(218) 851-2687Fax:
218-927-4909Woods & Shores
12 Minnesota Avenue South
Aitkin, Minnesota 56431
Rodney Sparks is a national Graduate REALTOR® Institute (GRI) designee. He has completed the required curriculum covering a variety of subjects including professional standards, legal issues, sales and marketing, finance and risk reduction, technology and social media. Rodney joins other top REALTORS® in the residential real estate industry from across the nation who hold this designation. With this achievement, Rodney has made the commitment to provide a high level of professional service by securing a strong educational foundation of knowledge and skills to better navigate the real estate market and serve prospective clients and customers.
Rodney grew up in the St. Paul area and attended Century College in White Bear Lake. His career experience includes real estate sales and appraisal, information technology, marketing, management, and client service.
Rodney is Owner of Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc. and Your Preferred Appraisers, Inc. He is known for his powerful negotiation skills, creativity, “outside the box” marketing strategies and has an eye for taking photos that “sell”. Rodney takes pride in his attention to transaction details, follow-up and responsiveness.
In his spare time Rodney enjoys hiking, fishing, and photography. He is a published photographer with the International Library of Photography. Rodney is also an advocate of adoption, having been blessed with three adopted daughters and having founded and managed a non-profit organization helping orphaned children. Rodney and his wife, Kathy, make their home in Aitkin. They have six children and ten grandchildren.
$489,900
MLS# 5607790
For Sale
44409 238th Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,487 Sqft | SF
Dreaming of having your own family retreat? This property feels like you are at your own private 5 star resort! The picture perfect setting provides views you would see on a postcard! Plenty of room for everyone with this year around cab (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$279,000
MLS# 5578443
For Sale
31162 432nd Lane
Palisade, MN 56469
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,686 Sqft | SF
Best of ALL worlds. Enjoy 2 lakes, the serenity of Whispering Lake and the larger stunning Wilkins Lake. Great location with end of road privacy, plenty of yard and breathtaking views. The Swedish hand-hewn logs have abundant history dating (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$110,000
MLS# 5575298
For Sale
30061 100th Place
Sturgeon Lake, MN 55783
1 BR | 1 BA | 680 Sqft | SF
Exceptional 40 acres located near thousands of acres of state and county land for endless hunting and recreational opportunities. This 40 acre parcel is mostly high rolling land. Home needs major repairs or tear down and start new. With a 2 (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$25,000
MLS# 5500027
For Sale
Ripple Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
0.86 Acres | LL
Its time to start your building plans.In the heart of Aitkin you will find this gorgeous Ripple River lot with approximately 100 feet of frontage. One of the last opportunities in this development. Do not let it get away. Enjoy the stunnin (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$119,000
MLS# 5285722
For Sale
35022 322nd Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
1 BR | 1 BA | 312 Sqft | SF
Escape to the lake! Great fishing! This 1.18 acre wooded lot with 200 feet of shoreline is located on Section 12 Lake in the heart of the lakes area. The 1999 park model has 2 slides and features 1 bedroom, 1 full bath, kitchen / dining and (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$134,000
MLS# 5278088
For Sale
42986 322nd Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
1.62 Acres | LL
Beautiful Hammal Lake has just the spot for you! This gorgeous level and nicely treed lot has plenty to offer. Spacious 2 car garage with a kitchenette, heated half bath and tankless water heater. The cute 1 bedroom bunkhouse has a living (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$1,599,000
MLS# 4959216
For Sale
29715 Pioneer Ave
Aitkin, MN 56431
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,284 Sqft | SF
Rarest of all opportunities! The exquisite beauty of this property will take your breath away! The talk of this popular area, this pristine FARM ISLAND LAKE property is like no other. The highly anticipated opportunity to purchase has arriv (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$54,900
MLS# 4806644
For Sale
Ross Woodlands Road
Aitkin, MN 56431
1.49 Acres | LL
Affordable slice of paradise. Heavily wooded Ross lake lot with 198 feet of shore and 1.49 acres. Build a possible walkout home or just camp / Rv on this very beautiful lot and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. You have a true north woods fe (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$210,000
MLS# 5291751
Sold
40646 320th Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,212 Sqft | SF
JUST RELAX. No worries. Its all here at an affordable price! Stunning year around home on the beautiful waters edge of Hanging Kettle Lake which connects to Diamond and Ripple lakes for more recreational fun. So close to the waters edge you (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$68,000
MLS# 5483148
Sold
33198 360th Street
Aitkin, MN 56431
1 BR | 1 BA | 864 Sqft | SF
Capture the spirit of the Northwoods with this great opportunity to finish this dream getaway and make it your own. You will appreciate this beautiful 14 plus acre site located near Aitkin, close to all the great lakes, ATV / Snowmobile tra (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$49,000
MLS# 4998245
Sold
35789 442nd Street
Aitkin, MN 56431
1 BR | 1 BA | 672 Sqft | SF
Gorgeous and very private Mississippi getaway. Stunning lot and river views are abundant along with great fishing and recreational opportunities. This family getaway has created years of great family and friends memories. Grey Wolf travel t (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$500,000
MLS# 5337375
Sold
9795 18th Street
Princeton, MN 55371
5 BR | 3 BA | 2,918 Sqft | SF
Time to invest in the future, because the future is NOW and this exceptional property is PRICED TO SELL! Princeton is growing and here is your opportunity to be a part of this exciting growth. Extraordinary development land or whatever you (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$456,000
MLS# 5290107
Sold
33624 450th Place
Aitkin, MN 56431
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,452 Sqft | SF
Beautiful home in need of a family! Immerse yourself in the tranquility of this home on the highly sought after Cedar Lake! Take in the breathtaking views that feel like you are the only one on the lake. Built in 2012, this like new and wel (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$420,000
MLS# 5335014
Sold
36588 334th Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
2 BR | 2 BA | 2,440 Sqft | SF
Slice of PARADISE or piece of HEAVEN! You decide. This is one of the most PRIVATE lake homes you will find in the area! The lot has 152 feet of gorgeous sandy shore with easy elevation, end of road privacy, surrounded by beautiful mature t (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$259,000
MLS# 5347976
Sold
37760 Dove Street, Unit2 13
Aitkin, MN 56431
2 BR | 3 BA | 2,692 Sqft | SF
The Woods at Otterbelly is a 55 plus association townhome community, tucked in the woods just minutes from Aitkin. This quality built home features all main floor living with open concept, master suite, den, laundry, guest bath, fireplace, (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$456,000
MLS# 5271934
Sold
29230 412th Place
Aitkin, MN 56431
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,913 Sqft | SF
Stunning will be your first word when you walk into this home on Spirit Lake. Here is your chance to be on the highly sought-after Spirit Lake with all the amenities the lakes area has to offer. Outside features a 32x40 pole building with a (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$550,000
MLS# 5276149
Sold
34127 Pioneer Avenue
Aitkin, MN 56431
5 BR | 4 BA | 2,993 Sqft | SF
Incredible Nor-Son built custom home is located on the shores of beautiful and highly sought after Cedar Lake. Property offers very hard to find privacy with over 2 acres and 180 feet of stunning sandy shore with a sand beach! Part of the a (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$275,000
MLS# 5283548
Sold
40630 320th Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,744 Sqft | SF
Are you kidding! Look at this place. It’s the dream retreat! No work just play, play, play. This quality built, well maintained cabin has all you need and then some. Enjoy year around living on awesome Hanging Kettle Lak (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$375,000
MLS# 5285518
Sold
36307 245th Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
2 BR | 3 BA | 1,300 Sqft | SF
Looking at this beach you would think you were in Florida, but those are not Palm trees, it is the mighty Mille Lacs lake’s north shore. Your dreams can come true with this amazing 100 feet of sand beach! Built in 2005, t (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$95,000
MLS# 5278009
Sold
55 Nature Avenue
Palisade, MN 56469
40.00 Acres | LL
Adjoining public land, it’s your lucky day! You may have just found the most well taken care of and well thought out hunting retreat around. You will appreciate this 40 acre parcel with connecting groomed trails, pond, 5 (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$65,000
MLS# 5237064
Sold
32098 408th Place
Aitkin, MN 56431
3.60 Acres | LL
Picture perfect or absolutely breathtaking! You decide! You are sure to be in awe at the wonderful views you will have if you build a cabin, build a home or just camp on this stunning private 3.60 acre Ripple River lot with with 147 feet of (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$127,000
MLS# 4987971
Sold
212th Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
0.92 Acres | LL
Your own piece of paradise on Mille Lacs Lake with the option to purchase adjoining lake home (see MLS 4987849) Gated entrance ensures your privacy. This lot is 0.92 acre, has level elevation with 105 feet of shore. Located near the family (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$468,000
MLS# 5272558
Sold
44217 336th Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
3 BR | 3 BA | 2,016 Sqft | SF
This is what dreams are made of! Quality built in 2013, you will be in awe at what this Cedar Lake home has to offer. Situated on a very private .70 acre lot with 217 feet of shore make this a rare opportunity! Enjoy the amazing views ins (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$345,900
MLS# 5264841
Sold
30039 426th Place
Aitkin, MN 56431
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,911 Sqft | SF
Farm Island and Little Pine Lake chain! Dreams can come true and you can have it all with this exceptionally loved and well cared for home. (Pardon our clutter, we are getting ready to move so you can start your family memories.) Enjoy the (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$165,000
MLS# 5221637
Sold
8372 Tuxedo Road, Unit2 330
Onamia, MN 56359
2 BR | 3 BA | 1,040 Sqft | SF
JUST RELAX! Kick your feet up, listen to the waves and warm your feet by the new gas fireplace or relax on your deck or porch with amazing views and sounds. There is plenty to enjoy about this well-kept and partially furnished Izaty's Beach (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$162,000
MLS# 5236602
Sold
50078 405th Place
Palisade, MN 56469
2 BR | 1 BA | 624 Sqft | SF
IT IS ALL HERE! Everything your looking for in a vacation getaway. Very Cute, Very well maintained cabin on a very private 1.85 acre lot, 150 feet of sand and gravel shore, 1 / 15th interest in outlot steps away for access to thousands of (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$280,000
MLS# 5247912
Sold
49436 385th Place
Palisade, MN 56469
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,452 Sqft | SF
Better than new! This property has been updated from top to bottom by a true craftsman with an impeccable reputation for quality. Updates include new FA furnace, CA, HW heater, roof, many new windows and wall finish, new main level bath, fr (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$25,000
MLS# 5212571
Sold
260th Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
5.17 Acres | LL
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$65,000
MLS# 5216431
Sold
445th Place
Aitkin, MN 56431
21.23 Acres | LL
Incredible 21 plus acres located in the heart of it all. Just steps away from Farm Island Lake and backs up to state land.
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$55,000
MLS# 5216452
Sold
44573 276th Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
7.87 Acres | LL
Absolutely gorgeous land and barn located across from Farm Island Lake and in the heart of it all.
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$112,000
MLS# 4858794
Sold
407th Place
Aitkin, MN 56431
0.71 Acres | LL
Catch the Spirit of SPIRIT Lake. It is a special lake with a life time of memories waiting for you. You will enjoy the clear waters, beautiful shore and stunning views. Build your special getaway on the lakeside lot with room for a septic (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$135,000
MLS# 4990298
Sold
39192 315th Lane
Aitkin, MN 56431
1 Sqft | SF
Time to finish this cabin on this gorgeous 1.34 ac lot and make it your own! Enjoy a huge open floor plan or make some bedrooms and a bath. Cabin has many large windows and a 16x20 screened porch to enjoy the outdoors bug free and has easy (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$92,000
MLS# 4967173
Sold
35691 498th Street
Palisade, MN 56469
2 BR | 1 BA | 856 Sqft | SF
FINALLY! An affordable, VERY NICE cabin getaway with stunning shared shoreline on Waukenabo Lake and your own private dock. Turnkey cabin is very well maintained, knotty pine throughout with 2B / 1B, wood burning fireplace and open floor (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$99,500
MLS# 5025850
Sold
35922 500th Lane
Palisade, MN 56469
2 BR | 1 BA | 1,128 Sqft | SF
Great opportunity to get on lake Waukenabo without the lake taxes. Situated beautifully on the lot for great lake views with beach and dock just steps away on public land. You have full use of lakeshore without the lakeshore taxes. (Per res (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$40,000
MLS# 4913115
Sold
3554 State Hwy 23
Askov, MN 55704
3 BR | 1 BA | 1,180 Sqft | SF
Great location in Askov. Located on 6.25 Acres. Needs some TLC but has a newer furnace and plenty of potential.
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$161,900
MLS# 5016915
Sold
8362 Tuxedo Road, Unit2 333
Onamia, MN 56359
2 BR | 3 BA | 1,040 Sqft | SF
JUST RELAX! Kick your feet up, listen to the waves and warm your feet by the new gas fireplace or relax on your deck or porch with amazing views and sounds. There is plenty to enjoy about this well-kept, updated and partially furnished Izat (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$165,000
MLS# 4977965
Sold
33584 366th Place
Aitkin, MN 56431
1 BR | 1 BA | 816 Sqft | SF
Total escape. You will truly appreciate the privacy this property has to offer. 160 feet of stunning sandy level shore on the beautiful Sissabagamah Lake. Cabin is nestled nicely on the 1.95 acres with panoramic views. Everything in the ho (more...)
Woods & Shores Real Estate, Inc.
$21,000
MLS# 4948028
Sold
309th Street
Aitkin, MN 56431
4.70 Acres | LL
LOCATION is the key here! Affordable building or camp site in the heart of the lakes area. 4.7 acres of beautiful private woods located minutes from Aitkin, across the road from Elm Island Lake and steps away from the public access. Enjoy t (more...)
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Highly likely to recommend
06/19/2020 - wannis4065
Sold a Single Family home in 2020 in Ely, MN.
Rodney is the type of real estate agent that all agents should model themselves after! We had our lake home on the market for three years with another agency. We did not receive any offers. Rodney signed our property and sold it in less then sixty days! He took care of all the details related to the sale. It was a very pleasant selling experience! He is also a very heartfelt personality! We enjoyed getting to know him and hope to cross paths again in the future. Another note, Rodney came highly recommended to us by good friends of ours that had the same experience! He is remarkable at his job!
Highly likely to recommend
05/22/2019 - dianeandluis3
Sold a Vacant Land home in 2019 for approximately $75K in Aitkin, MN.
Rodney was great throughout the entire process. He kept me up to date on everything I needed to know and what was required of me. He was able to sell 2 properties at full asking in just 2 days!!! I would highly recommend Mr. Sparks to anyone.
Highly likely to recommend
05/01/2019 - mary07730
Listed, but didn't sell my Single Family home in 2019 in Aitkin, MN.
Rod was very thorough in handling a number of complicating issues.
He provided helpful suggestions.
He checked on the property.
Rod was always available and responded to concerns quickly.
Rod was pleasure to work with.
He provided helpful suggestions.
He checked on the property.
Rod was always available and responded to concerns quickly.
Rod was pleasure to work with.
Highly likely to recommend
04/16/2019 - tamirae71
Bought a home in 2018 in Aitkin, MN 56431.
Was great to work with!! Always got back to us right away with any questions. Helped make purchasing our home a very easy process!! We were in a unique situation and we were looking for specific things when buying our new home, and we were relocating quite a distance from the home we sold. We were told by a couple other realtors that we probably wouldn't be able to go the route we hoped.. between Rod and our mortgage broker the two of them made it happen. Can't thank them enough!!
Highly likely to recommend
04/13/2019 - zuser20181230193107319
Sold a Single Family home in 2018 for approximately $125K in Aitkin, MN.
Rodney is very knowledgeable and thorough with everything he does. If I ever had a problem I would want Rodney on my side. I would recommend him to anyone.
Highly likely to recommend
10/25/2015 - tdean123
Bought a home in 2015 in Aitkin, MN 56431.
Rod went the extra mile for me in every way on my purchase of a cabin. I live 1500 miles from Aitkin, and Rod guided me through the entire purchasing process. He provided me with names of landscapers to mow the lawn, local banks for the mortgage, surveyors to eliminate flood insurance, and watched over the cabin to make sure everything was in order. He came to the cabin while we were moving in to show me the idiosyncrasies of the cabin. He didn't push any of the cabins we looked at on me, just opened the door, and replied to my questions. I could not have asked for a better realtor or a better buying experience.
Highly likely to recommend
10/20/2015 - bbunkers1
Bought a home in 2015 in Bay Lake, Deerwood, MN 56444.
Rod,
I want to thank you very much for making our buying experience very enjoyable. As someone from out of the area, I was very concerned about finding a realtor that we could trust and have confidence in. You certainly met those expectations and then some. Within 30 minutes of meeting us, you knew exactly what we were looking for. You did not try and sell us something just so that you could make a profit. When it came to the negotiation phase of our purchase, it was very clear to us that you were representing our best interest. I am a relationship person. I like to do business with people that I have a relationship with and can trust. I am very pleased to add you to that list.
Sincerely,
Brian and Kari B.
I want to thank you very much for making our buying experience very enjoyable. As someone from out of the area, I was very concerned about finding a realtor that we could trust and have confidence in. You certainly met those expectations and then some. Within 30 minutes of meeting us, you knew exactly what we were looking for. You did not try and sell us something just so that you could make a profit. When it came to the negotiation phase of our purchase, it was very clear to us that you were representing our best interest. I am a relationship person. I like to do business with people that I have a relationship with and can trust. I am very pleased to add you to that list.
Sincerely,
Brian and Kari B.
Highly likely to recommend
02/18/2015 - kayfiege
Sold a home in 2015.
Rod Sparks is the Realtor you hope to find when buying or selling a property. His willingness to provide services beyond just the paperwork was exceptional. He is reliable as well as knowledgeable. We have bought and sold many properties and have also worked in the real estate and mortgage banking industries. Rod is truly exceptional his field.
Highly likely to recommend
10/09/2014 - bompaboma
Bought a Single Family home in 2007 for approximately $375K in Hill City, MN.
"Rod more than earned his commission with us. We actually bought 3 houses with contingencies in our search. He masterfully wrote up purchase agreements so we were able to bypass the first 2 when the contingencies weren't met. He eagerly showed us homes in quite a few towns because we were open to location. There was never any pressure, but he willingly provided his expertise and input when asked and we certainly valued his opinion. He even met us at one home with his 4 wheeler so we could tour the grounds. We met at another in sub-zero weather when time was of the essence. Finally, we closed during a snow storm because he knew we were anxious and our schedules limited. His partner, Kathy (Sparks), played a key role in helping us strategize our financing package. We could not have ended up in our absolute dream home without Rod and Kathy. His help did not end at the sale...Rod was instrumental in clearing up an easement issue having spotted it and drawing up the papers and making the contacts to clear the easement from our property. We continue to seek his advice on many homeowner issues and he is always spot on and responsive. Beyond his fabulous Realtor skill, we have become and remain friends today. While we don't anticipate moving from our dream home, if we did, Rod would without question be our realtor and I strongly recommend him to anyone who wants their own best interests to be carried forward in their search for their dream home or property. He will make it happen for you and then some!!!! Gary and Penny Karasch"
Highly likely to recommend
10/06/2014 - mark fandrey
Sold a Single Family home in 2014 in Minnehaha Woods, Edina, MN.
This is the second time I have used Rod's services. He is a very honest and detail orientated realtor. I'd highly recommend him to my friends and relatives.