South End
Neighborhood in Superior, Wisconsin
Douglas County 54880
Spending time outdoors in South End
Superior Municipal Forest, which blends into the wetlands and eventually the St Louis River, is just west of South End. Its more than 4,000 acres are prime real estate for hikers, mountain bikers, disc golfers and, when winter arrives, snowmobilers, cross country skiers and ATV riders. Though not to be confused by the 4-million acre Superior National Forest in Minnesota, Superior Municipal Forest is still the third largest forest within city limits in the United States. With its varied terrain, canoeing and kayaking are also available.Nemadji Golf Course is just east of the neighborhood. The 6,200-yard, par 71 course not only offers daily rates and season passes during warmer weather, but also indoor golf simulators in the winter. Greens View Grill, the clubhouse restaurant, serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a venue overlooking the course.
Just to the north of the neighborhood, adjacent to Richard Bong Memorial Airport, Gondik Law Speedway promotes semi-pro auto races from May into September on its three-eighths mile dirt track.
Gridded streets display century-old homes
South End’s streets form a neat grid, showcasing cottages, foursquares and traditional-style homes. Because Tower Avenue and its various businesses pass through the neighborhood, First Street scores South End a 76 out of 100, or “active,” for its sound levels. Lot sizes are predictably small, measuring between a tenth of an acre to a-quarter of an acre. Most three- and four-bedroom homes were built at the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. These range in price from $100,000 to $400,000.The legendary Dragon Boat Festival
“We’ve got so many cool events like Dragon Boat races in August,” says Wilson. “In Superior, the community really rallies around those events.” For one weekend a year, residents of Duluth and Superior meet at their aquatic divide for a friendly competition. Teams form to race the long, narrow boats along Barker’s Island while family and friends cheer from the shore. The race itself is sandwiched in the schedule between lower-stakes activities like tug of war and a 5k run. Local vendors sell food and drink, and music acts provide extra entertainment on Saturday afternoons.Getting the grade in South End
Students in South End can walk to Bryant Elementary, rated B-minus by Niche. They then move to Superior Middle, rated C overall. Superior High rounds out the list with a B-minus grade. It offers an Early College Credit Program partnered with the University of Wisconsin-Superior, which is just four miles north along Route 35.Utilizing the bus is difficult
Route 35 makes commutes for business or pleasure into Central Superior fast and easy. The five-mile drive takes 10 minutes. Bus services don’t extend past the Walmart on Tower Avenue, stopping just outside South End. This makes for limited access to Central Superior and no access to Downtown Duluth or the Richard I Bong Memorial Airport by bus. The latter is no more than two miles up the road from the community's farthest homes, however, making for a short drive.Locally owned spots along Tower Avenue
Nearly all restaurants and small businesses in the area cling to Tower Avenue. Folks can stop in for a bite at Wide World of Wings, which serves domestic beers alongside its wing baskets in a casual atmosphere. Next door is Bird’s Bar, a spot known for its dancing and karaoke nights. For a rustic barbecue experience, Mama T’s Smokin’ Eats is about a quarter mile south of the 61st Street intersection. Brisket sandwiches, ribs and hush puppies pile onto newspaper-lined baskets alongside mixed drinks. Fresh cuts can be brought home to the family from Superior Meats, the community butcher shop. There is also an Aldi half a mile north for other grocery essentials.Duluth's winters
Greater Duluth is known for its winter months, which often creep into subzero temperatures. In winter 2022, Duluth’s average lows fluctuated between seven and 19 degrees Fahrenheit. Monthly snowfall gradually accumulates over time, typically reaching its highest point in mid-December, according to Weather Spark.

Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tracey Tellor
Tellor Realty LLC
(218) 506-6382
125 Total Sales
1 in South End
$205,000 Price
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Jessica Bellefeuille
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(218) 419-3848
221 Total Sales
2 in South End
$139K - $250K Price Range
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Gerald Gorbet
Responds QuicklyAdolphson Real Estate, Inc
(218) 520-3370
72 Total Sales
2 in South End
$130K - $157K Price Range
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Mike Raivala
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Results
(218) 520-4680
323 Total Sales
9 in South End
$35K - $380K Price Range
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Jeanne Tondryk
Responds QuicklyMessina & Associates Real Estate
(218) 520-8651
183 Total Sales
3 in South End
$190K - $350K Price Range
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Steve Braman
RE/MAX Results Duluth
(218) 522-8658
373 Total Sales
17 in South End
$140K - $349K Price Range
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South End | US |
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Homicide | 2 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
Robbery | 2 | 4 |
Burglary | 2 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
Larceny | 3 | 4 |
Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South End Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South End, Superior sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in South End, Superior over the last 12 months is $236,500, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Somewhat Bikeable
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