For Sale15d on marketHistoric · 106 yrs
1530 N 20th Ave E
Ely, MN, 55731 • 55731 • Saint Louis County
$199,500
$107/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
1Baths
1,863Sqft
0.64 acLot
1920Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1920 · 106 years of history
Town Of Spalding Ely
55731
Outdoor Living
Covered · Deck · Porch
Special Features
Garage(s) · Pole Building
6-Car Garage
Detached Garage · Garage · Garage Door Opener · Heated Garage · Insulated Garage · Multiple Garages
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Listed 15 days ago · 1,206 views · 32 saves
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15 days on market
Recently listed
$107/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1920 · Historic
Rustic Charm Meets Opportunity on 10 (yes, ten!) City Lots Explore this rare find nestled between Miners Lake and Shagawa Lake—a vintage 2+ Bedroom, 1 Bath home brimming with character, ripe for renovation. The sprawling property spans 10 city lots, offering flexibility for gardens, RV storage, potential expansion—or just a generous buffer from neighbors. This home is located on a corner lot on a dead end street. The value-packed parcel includes: A brand-new, 30×40 insulated garage workshop — perfect for crafts, hobbies, business use or even a retreat space. A second 30×40 insulated 2 plus stall garage, complete with a wood stove and work space, storage and benches—ideal for four-season projects. A two-car garage, in need of TLC—ready to be revived or reimagined. This is more than a dwelling—it’s potential: for multi-use living, creative enterprise, or just "up-north" living in beautiful Ely, home to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, Superior National Forest, state parks and hundreds of lakes. Priced at $199,500, it's an especially compelling opportunity in Ely’s eclectic real-estate landscape.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,301/month
Principal & Interest$1,035
Property Tax$200
Insurance$67
Down payment20% ($39,900)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $159,600 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1920
HeatingForced Air
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Parking6 Garage spaces
Lot0.64 Acres
Days on Zillow15 Days
Price/sqft$107
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1920
Stories1
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
RoofAge Over 8 Years,Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt,Metal
ConstructionBlock, Post and Beam, Concrete, Frame
Water / SewerCity Water/Connected, City Water - In Street / City Sewer/Connected, City Sewer - In Street
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDetached Garage, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Insulated Garage, Multiple Garages
Garage6 spaces
BasementBlock,Crawl Space,Partial,Concrete,Sump Pump,Unfinished
FencingNone
Lot0.64 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood55731
Annual tax$85
Parcel030029000090
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Disposal
Electric Water Heater
Microwave
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Laundry
Electric Dryer Hookup
Laundry Room
Washer Hookup
Accessibility
Grab Bars In Bathroom
Exterior Features
Parking
Detached Garage
Garage
Garage Door Opener
Heated Garage
Insulated Garage
Multiple Garages
Construction
Block
Post and Beam
Concrete
Frame
Patio & Porch
Covered
Deck
Porch
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Tree Coverage - Light
Pool Features
None
Gas
Oil
Other Structures
Garage(s)
Pole Building
Room details
14 rooms detailed
Bedroom
Main13×12 ft156 sqft
Bedroom2
Main11.5×12 ft138 sqft
Bathroom
Main8×7 ft56 sqft
Deck
Main6×7.5 ft45 sqft
Flex Room
Main8.5×13 ft110.5 sqft
Foyer
Main8×6 ft48 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market15
Tax rate1.07%
Price/sqft$107
On marketMar 11, 2026
PostedMar 11, 2026
Last sold$70,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedMar 12, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,206
Favorites32
How are the schools in Ely?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Ely, MN, 55731
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 11, 2026Listed For Sale$199,500$107NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 7, 2026Listing Removed$199,500$107NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 9, 2025Listed For Sale$199,500$107NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 24, 2014Sold$70,000$38Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$199,500
Mar 11, 2026•$107/sqft•NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$199,500
Mar 7, 2026•$107/sqft•NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$199,500
Sep 9, 2025•$107/sqft•NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$70,000
Nov 24, 2014•$38/sqft•Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
24 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Mar 27, 2024—$16,600
Mar 27, 2023—$15,800
Mar 27, 2022$25$18,100
Mar 27, 2021$25$15,300
Mar 27, 2020$25$13,900
Mar 27, 2019$25$13,900
Mar 27, 2018$20$12,600
Mar 27, 2017$20$12,600
Mar 27, 2016$20$12,600
Mar 27, 2015$246$12,000
Mar 27, 2014$288$12,000
Mar 27, 2013$176$12,000
Mar 27, 2012$148$9,700
Mar 27, 2011$164$9,700
Mar 27, 2010$165$10,300
Mar 27, 2009$165$10,300
Mar 27, 2008$170$9,800
Mar 27, 2007$157$8,500
Mar 27, 2006$97$7,400
Mar 27, 2004$120$5,600
Mar 27, 2003$108$4,800
Mar 27, 2002$78$4,200
Mar 27, 2001$80$3,900
Mar 27, 2000$76$3,600
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Ely, MN • Saint Louis County
Nearby cities
ChisholmDuluthElyEvelethHermantownHibbingInternational FallsSaginaw
Nearby zip codes
55731557325578255796
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