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Views of the lake matched by an outdoorsy lifestyle
The outdoorsy lifestyle of East Hillside, an elevated shoreline community, overshadows others like it outside Downtown Duluth. Locals occupying the suburb’s early 20th-century homes make the most of their neighborhood, whether tending to a plot in one of the community gardens, playing a game of football at Grant Park or dipping into Lake Superior. Simple, neat streets complement the area’s familiar single-family home styles. Like many of its sister suburbs, East Hillside’s commuters don’t have to travel far; in this case, a maximum of two miles by car to Downtown Duluth or nine miles to Superior. For many, convenience is just a bonus, while the real charm lies in the neighborhood’s elevated terrain. “Duluth is all on a hill, so you get these views of the lake, which are really beautiful,” says Realtor Brok Hansmeyer of Re/Max Results.
East Hillside is densely populated Duluth neighborhood on the edge of Lake Superior.
Quiet benches make Leif Erickson Park a great place to get into a good book.
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Fun in the community gardens and on Lake Superior
Locals have a distinct advantage over their neighbors across the John A. Blatnik Bridge. “Superior has access to the water, but there’s just a lot more accessibility to the water in Duluth,” says Hansmeyer. “You have the lake walk, which is several miles long.” Walking the edge of Lake Superior eventually reveals Leif Erikson Park, known for its small, open-air stage with its back to the water. Portland Square Park is centrally located, offering a playground, walking paths and a pup-welcoming policy. For something sportier, folks head to Grant Park. This green space is just large enough to fit a football field and basketball court. Community gardens are between these two parks and throughout the rest of the area, a popular pastime for those with and without green thumbs. The Duluth Community Garden Program manages 21 community gardens across greater Duluth, most measuring 400 square feet. Those who’d rather admire flora than plant their own can drive to the Duluth Rose Garden. Home to more than 3,000 rose bushes and several winding paths, the garden is a free, relaxing way to spend a spring or summer afternoon.
The Rose Garden in Leif Erikson Park, Duluth, includes a stone fountain and 3,000 roses.
Enjoy a day at the beach at Leif Erikson Park.
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Bungalows and traditional-style homes hailing from another century
Most of East Hillside’s landscape comprises gridded residential streets surrounding Grant Park. Light gray streets -- paved in concrete for better winter durability -- blend neatly into narrow sidewalks. Few homes have individual driveways, so street parking is essential. Evenly spaced lots measuring less than a quarter of an acre display bungalows and traditional-style homes built during the early 20th century. The National Register of Historic Places designates some of these homes as historic buildings, a factor reflected in their architecture. “It’s an older part of Duluth, as in pre-World War II,” says Hansmeyer, “so you get the character with things like the hardwood floors, but you also get older plumbing and electrical.” Most of these homes average between $150,000 and $300,000.
Rows of homes are often elevated from the roads throughout East Hillside.
There are a variety of historical home styles to be spotted in East Hillside.
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Casual, locally owned spots around East Hillside
A couple of casual spots are available to locals for a quick bite. First, there’s Toppers Pizza, a joint that proudly serves fresh-baked pizzas made with locally sourced mozzarella. The aptly named Burrito Union is where locals go to get Mexican food in an industrial, dimly lit setting. Some enjoy a craft beer on tap from the local brewery, Fitger’s Brewhouse. If locals want to enjoy a sour, stout or anything in between, there’s always room at Fitger’s Barrel Room. Patrons relax in the casual bar setting with fresh pizzas and brews while watching live acts on the small stage. At the neighborhood’s south end, there’s the Whole Foods Co-Op, which offers the usual necessities in addition to advertising ways to save and get groceries delivered.
Fitger's Brewhouse Brewery & Grille is a popular eatery in East Hillside.
Va Bene in East Hillside is Italian at its finest with a view to match.
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K-12 at Duluth Public Schools
Students in East Hillside can attend class within the Duluth Public School District, rated B overall by Niche. They begin at Congdon Elementary, which earns an A-minus. They then move to Ordean East Middle, which gets a B-plus. East High rounds out the list with another B-plus, and offers technical, trades-based college credit courses, and its extracurriculars (such as hockey and curling) are equally unique.
Ordean East Middle School has a student-teacher ratio of 28:1.
East High School is ranked 73rd within Minnesota, with AP® participation at 20%.
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Catching the bus into Downtown Duluth
The Duluth Transit Authority serves East Hillside, offering bus routes along Superior Street. Folks can board the bus at the intersection of 4th Street and 12th Avenue and make the two-mile commute into Downtown Duluth in 11 minutes. Reaching the airport via public transit is doable, but the ten-mile trip takes just shy of an hour. Driving to the airport takes only 14 minutes.
Winter weather concerns
Duluth is one of the coldest spots in the continental United States, with January average temperatures between 4 and 20 degrees, and below-zero readings are common. More than 80 inches of snow a year is considered normal.
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East Hillside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Hillside, Duluth sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in East Hillside, Duluth over the last 12 months is $235,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Huge ole" lady on the hill!! This 6-bedroom - 2-bath beauty sits perched on a 50 x 140 lot complete with fenced yard and 2-car garage. Traditionally used as a rental property it could also be perfect as an owner occupied or it once was a duplex. Lots of options here!!
Newly renovated home for sale! This home has new vinyl flooring on the first floor, new windows throughout the house, new kitchen appliances, refinished hardwood floors on the second floor and more! Come take a look! Home has market value of $220,000 but is is being sold $50,000 below market value to income qualified households. Home must be owner-occupied and buyer’s gross annual income cannot
This charming old duplex features a 1-bedroom apartment on the main level and a 5-bedroom on the 2nd and 3rd floors! Currently rented as a whole to one group of tenants, this ole' lady features hardwood floors - natural woodwork - plus 3rd floor has lake views. Current lease runs through May 31, 2027. Subject to tenants' rights. Some listing photos may include AI-enhanced marketing images for
Conviently located close to Chester Park, UMD, St. Scholastica, and Downtown, this remodeled, well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home offers comfort, simplicity, and functionality all in one. Step inside to find a bright and inviting living space with a practical layout that makes everyday living easy. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, creating a warm and
Welcome to 1432 E 4th St- a high-performing duplex investment opportunity located in the heart of Duluth’s East Hillside neighborhood near local colleges, downtown Duluth, and Lake Superior. This spacious multi-unit property offers an ideal setup for student housing or long-term rentals with strong income potential and a functional layout designed to accommodate large tenant groups. Situated on a
Check out this east end investment property. Two separate dwellings on one lot. Both units have separate utilities. Close to the universities, hospitals, on a bus line and close to all downtown amenities. St. Lukes hospital (Aspirus) on some off the surrounding lots.
Ready to add to your investment portfolio?? This is it! Very close to and centrally located to everything, this 5-bedroom single family home is right on the bus line! Great long-term rental history with a 0% vacancy rate since 2014. The owner would prefer to sell 330-332 N 13th Avenue East as a pair but not required. Current tenants have a lease through 5-31-2027. Some listing photos may include
Unbelievable opportunity to owner occupy and potentially short term or Air B & B rent the 2nd unit (see City Of Duluth web site for all rental requirements or ask your Realtor about the associated documents). Or Owner occupy one unit and rent the other and then use the owner occupancy vacation rental rules and take a 2 week vacation and rent out your unit (again, see City Of Duluth web site for
Nice size home with a large living room, kitchen and porch. Newer furnace & water heater, and also has central air. Three bedroom on the second level and seems to have hardwood floors throughout the home. There is a large private yard for your enjoyment.
3 Bedroom 2 bath Nice traditional home. Large front porch, Hardwood floors, Lots of Character, Needs some TLC. Close to restaurants, stores, water and so much more! Dont miss this opportunity.This home is AS IS Inspection will be done August 5th, any corrections will be sole responsibility of the Buyer.
Calling all investors, flippers, and buyers looking to build instant equity! This 2-bedroom home is full of potential and sits on a spacious corner lot directly across from Myers-Wilkens Elementary School. Some updates have already been completed, including a 100-amp electrical panel with breakers (no knob-and-tube wiring here!) and a newer water heater. The bathroom has also been recently
Niche, urban, industrial 3 bedroom 1 bath home in Duluth's East End. This is a completely renovated, high-end industrial or loft-style brick row house that is best described as a reimagined historic residence that blends raw, industrial grit with sophisticated, modern luxury. This middle of the row property features open-concept living spaces, exposed structural elements, and a high-contrast
•Lake Superior View, from some units•Unique floor plans•Sound conditioned construction•Energy efficient design•Elevator•Easy care finishes•Wood Floors, in some units•High Speed Internet, access, tenant paid•Self-defrosting refrigerators & self-cleaning ovens•Walk-in closets• Individual secured storage, $20 extra fee per storage unit, per month•Cable TV
Newly remodeled apartment homes offer vinyl wood plank flooring, remodeled kitchen with black on black appliances, and new bathroom cabinetry. Amenities include on-site laundry, free electric and heat, limited leased underground parking and surface lots. All conveniently located across the street from Leif Erikson Park with beautiful views of Lake Superior, Canal Park and downtown Duluth.
This charmer is extremely clean, updated everything, energy efficient, centrally located. Utilities not included in rent. Off Street Parking and laundry on site.
1 Bedroom1 BathroomSeasonal views of Lake Superior from kitchen window.Great Location Near Universities and Medical Facilities, Rose Garden, LakewalkMinutes to the Mall and Downtown.Quiet Neighborhood on a Main Bus LineBasement with shared Storage space.No PETS, NO Parties, NO Smoking.Tenants Pay Electric Owner pays garbage,
1 Bedroom and an office + utilities - up to 2 residents. Resident pays heat/electricity/phone/internet/wi-fi. (As per current residents: heat and electricity average $118 a month year round. Lower in the summer, higher in the winter. Owner pays water/sewer/garbage/lawn mowing) - Resident pays for Snow Removal from Parking Space, sidewalk and Wi-Fi along with heat and electric. Cozy little house
4 Bedrooms1 BathroomAll 4 bedrooms are carpeted and living room and dining room have carpet. Kitchen and bathroom have vinyl flooring. Main floor (Second Floor) Consists of 2 bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom, living and dining room. Upper floor (3rd floor has 2 bedrooms, one with the tower in it.)Tenant to pay heat and electric. Owner pays Garbage, Water and
2 Bedrooms located on second floor1 bathroom located on second floorMain Floor has Living room, dining room and kitchen (Living room carpeted and dining room has hardwood floors)Both bedrooms are carpeted and have the slanted ceilings of a Bungalow style home.Storage and laundry in basementFront porch, partial yard.Tenant to pay Heat and Electric
Property Id: 2774012 Welcome to this practical studio bedroom on the upper level of this multi-unit property. This studio apartment is ideally situated close to colleges, eateries, hospitals, the Lake Walk, and bus lines. The unit features a cozy, open studio space with hardwood flooring and natural sunlight. The kitchen, located directly off the main studio area, includes a fridge,
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