For Sale51d on marketHistoric · 90 yrs
5281 W Highway 61
Lutsen, MN, 55612 • 55612 • Cook County
$285,000
$223/sqft
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
1Baths
1,280Sqft
1.5 acLot
1936Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1936 · 90 years of history
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Listed 51 days ago · 1,870 views · 27 saves
Market activity
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51 days on market
Established listing
$223/sqft
Price per square foot
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ModerateThis home ranks in the top 36% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1936 · Historic
Small residential home located within walking distance to downtown Lutsen. The home is move in ready with ample opportunity to make it your own. South facing windows offer plenty of natural light and warmth on sunny days. Kitchen, living room and main bath located on the main floor. Second story has two bedrooms with plenty of closet space. Remove the carpeting and expose natural wood floors. Lower level is a walk out with washer/dryer, plenty room for storage and all your toys to enjoy the trails. Propery is zoned Residential and General Commercial allowing this 1.5 acre parcel your dream business opportunity. Lutsen Mountains, Superior Hiking Trail, cross-country ski, bike, Superior National golf course all at your fingertips.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights natural wood floors and plenty room for storage as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,804/month
Principal & Interest$1,424
Property Tax$285
Insurance$95
Down payment20% ($57,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.39% rate · 30yr fixed · $228,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1936
HeatingPropane
ParkingNone
Lot1.50 Acres
Days on Zillow51 Days
Price/sqft$223
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
ConditionPreviously Owned
Year built1936
Systems
HeatingPropane
ConstructionWood, Frame/Wood
Water / SewerPrivate / Private Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingNone
BasementFull
Lot1.50 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood55612
Annual tax$492
Parcel271263120
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
3 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Propane
Exterior Features
Parking
None
Construction
Wood
Frame/Wood
Room details
6 rooms detailed
Bedroom
Upper9×14 ft126 sqft
Bedroom
Upper9×20 ft180 sqft
Bathroom
Main6×8 ft48 sqft
Bonus Room
LowerKitchen
Main12×10 ft120 sqft
Living Room
Main12×17 ft204 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market51
Tax rate0.79%
Price/sqft$223
On marketFeb 3, 2026
PostedFeb 3, 2026
MLS updatedFeb 3, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,870
Favorites27
How are the schools in Lutsen?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Lutsen, MN, 55612
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 3, 2026Listed For Sale$285,000$223Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 2, 2026Listing Removed$285,000$223Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 28, 2025Listed For Sale$285,000$223Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$285,000
Feb 3, 2026•$223/sqft•Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$285,000
Jan 2, 2026•$223/sqft•Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$285,000
Aug 28, 2025•$223/sqft•Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
13 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Mar 27, 2025$492$151,721
Mar 27, 2024$646$146,162
Mar 27, 2023$604$144,245
Mar 27, 2022$426$131,492
Mar 27, 2021$642$78,409
Mar 27, 2020—$102,280
Mar 27, 2018$474$77,319
Mar 27, 2017$190$77,973
Mar 27, 2016$150$49,700
Mar 27, 2015$146$49,700
Mar 27, 2014$144$49,700
Mar 27, 2012—$53,000
Mar 27, 2010$74$90,300
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Lutsen, MN • Cook County
Nearby cities
Grand MaraisGrand PortageHovlandLutsenSchroederTofte
Nearby zip codes
556045561255615
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