$285,000
SOLD JUL 25, 2025

1 W Railroad St Ely, MN 55731

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,704 Sq Ft
0.35 Acres

Recently Sold

$167 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Memorial High School Rated 9+
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

As of July 2025

Charming home fully renovated in prime Ely location! This beautifully restored 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home blends historic charm with modern efficiency. Originally built in 1910, the home has been completely renovated down to the studs while preserving its timeless character. Gleaming refinished wood floors, thoughtfully updated finishes, and high energy efficiency throughout make this a rare find. The main level features a bedroom and 3/4 bathroom for added convenience, while the upstairs hosts two additional bedrooms and a second full bath. A fully insulated attached 2-car garage offers year-round comfort and easy access. The full basement provides ample storage or potential for additional living space. Situated directly across from Miners Lake and the scenic Trezona Trail, this property offers an unbeatable Ely location. The fenced garden with raised beds and a 12’ x 20’ storage shed with concrete floor complete the exterior features, making this home ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, gardeners, or anyone looking to enjoy the best of northern Minnesota living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lori Schulze

Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely Listed on: 06/03/2025

Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely

Co-Listed By

Heather Franciskovich

Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely

Last Buyer's Agent

Nonmember NONMEMBER

Nonmember Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,482

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Elevated Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Fire Rated Drywall
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,704 Sq Ft Home
  • Multi-Level Property
  • Woodwork
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Den
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Panoramic Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Insulated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Gravel Driveway

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Electric Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Wheelchair Access
  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Storage Shed

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 030-0165-00280, 030-0030-00250

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,482

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: SINGLE FAMILY
  • Directions: From Ely take Central Ave N, turns into N Pioneer Rd. House is on the left N Pioneer Rd. meets W Railroad St. Sign at property.
  • L O1 Office Phone1 Number: 763-463-7500
  • Remodeled Addition: Yes
  • Road Maintenance: Public
  • Property Sub-Type: SF/Attached
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • View Type:Pond View: Panoramic
  • Lot Description Waterfront: No
  • Ada Features: Partially Wheelchair
  • Air Conditioner: Window
  • Reso Association Amenities: Eat-In Kitchen, Garage Door Opener, Hardwood Floors, Kitchen Center Island, Natural Woodwork, Tiled Floors, Drywalls, Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hook-Ups
  • Amenities Exterior: Fenced Yard - Partial
  • Mfg And Park Info Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • FinFootageAboveGrade: 1704
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Heat: Forced Air, Propane
  • MainFloorBath: Yes
  • Reso Roof: Asphalt Shingles, Metal
  • Bedroom 3: Dining Room
  • TotalBedrooms: 3
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Level 1 Bedroom: Main
  • RoomLevel3: Main
  • RoomLevel4: Upper
  • RoomLevel5: Main
  • RoomLevel6: Upper
  • Property Style: Traditional
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement Features: Partially Finished, Walkout, Family/Rec Room, Utility Room, Washer Hook-Ups, Dryer Hook-Ups
  • Basement Material: Concrete Block, Poured Concrete
  • Basement Style: Full
  • Bathroom Description: 3/4 Main Floor, Full Upper
  • Formal Dining: Combine with Kitchen
  • Extra Rooms: Den/Office, Pantry, 4 Season Porch
  • Fireplace: No
  • Bedroom Features:Main Floor Bedroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: Living Room
  • Bathroom 2: Kitchen
  • Main Residence Features:Family Room4: Primary Bedroom
  • Bedroom 5: Bedroom
  • Stories: 1.25 - 1.75 Story
  • Room 6: Bedroom
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Fin Square Footage: 1704
  • Exercise Room Level2: Main

Exterior Features

  • Out Buildings: Storage Shed
  • Road Frontage: City
  • Construction Status: Previously Owned
  • Exterior: Cement Board
  • Window Features:Insulated Windows: Energy Windows

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Driveway: Driveway - Gravel
  • Garage Features: Electrical Service, Insulation, Slab
  • Garage Capacity: 2
  • ParkingFeaturesGarageDimensions: 24 x 26

Utilities

  • Power Company: City Of Ely
  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ely #696

Lot Info

  • Estimated Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.35
  • Cultivated Acreage: LSAR
  • Geo Subdivision: MN
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Landscaped, High, Level
  • Parcel Number: 030-0165-00280, 030-0030-00250

Rental Info

  • Lease Terms: Cash, Conventional

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 2482

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2022
Sold by
Groshek Gordon and Groshek Kristine M
Bought by
Groshek Gordon and Groshek Kristine M
Current Estimated Value
$250,731

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2006
Sold by
Stromback Gary P and Brox Stromback Tedreen K
Bought by
Groshek Gordon and Groshek Kristine M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$41,600
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $52,000 Northeast Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $41,600 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/25/2025 07/25/25 Sold $285,000 -4.2% $167 / Sq Ft
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2025 06/03/25 For Sale $297,500 -- $175 / Sq Ft
Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,370 $195,600 $3,200 $192,400
2023 $2,370 $181,900 $3,100 $178,800
2022 $2,338 $167,600 $3,000 $164,600
2021 $1,758 $133,500 $2,700 $130,800
2020 $1,570 $119,500 $2,700 $116,800
2019 $1,486 $119,500 $2,700 $116,800
2018 $1,370 $117,700 $2,700 $115,000
2017 $1,380 $112,300 $3,200 $109,100
2016 $1,250 $108,000 $3,200 $104,800
2015 $1,084 $73,200 $2,400 $70,800
2014 $1,084 $69,400 $2,300 $67,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6119807

APN: 030003000250