
Highlights
- Private Waterfront
- Panoramic View
- Ranch Style House
- Community Boat Slip
- Lake, Pond or Stream
- No HOA
About This Home
As of January 2025Stunning panoramic lake views enthrall you the moment you step foot into this historic lakeside cabin on Oppel’s Point – White Iron Lake, Ely MN. Summer retreat for the Oppel family, the original cabin was built in the 1930’s and later added on to in the 1960’s and was recently renovated with integrity and utmost attention to detail in order to restore all the original charm, while adding all the modern conveniences. Nestled into a pine-studded 1.3-acre lot at the end of the road, the parcel boasts 520 +/- feet of pristine level shoreline on White Iron’s most coveted peninsula. The 1200 + sq. ft. cabin features an ideal lake side wrap-around screen porch with original wood ceilings, screened patio entrance, 2 generous bedrooms, remodeled bath, main floor laundry, and large eat in kitchen – all with restored and new finishes. The center of this unique cabin features an open concept living / dining room with a modern rustic lodge feel providing an authentic Northwoods experience. Downstairs you will find the large walk-out basement with new LP furnace with central air, new electrical and plumbing, new water heater and filtration system. This private lake retreat offers all the peace, solitude, and beauty of the Northwoods yet is located only 10 minutes from Downtown Ely, MN. Water, electric and plumbing lines already installed for a future garage of your choice. White Iron Lake provides direct access to Garden and Farm Lakes and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,761
Year Built
- Built in 1960
Lot Details
- 1.3 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 342 x 225
- Private Waterfront
- 520 Feet of Waterfront
- Lake Front
- Cul-De-Sac
- Level Lot
- Landscaped with Trees
Property Views
- Lake
- Panoramic
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Concrete Foundation
- Wood Frame Construction
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,260 Sq Ft Home
- Woodwork
- Wood Frame Window
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 1 Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Bedroom in Basement
Parking
- No Garage
- Gravel Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Lake, Pond or Stream
- Enclosed patio or porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Propane
- Private Water Source
- Electric Water Heater
- Fuel Tank
- Private Sewer
- Satellite Dish
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 28-6382-40150,40151,40160,40170,40180,43240,43250
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Community Boat Slip
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
01/07/2025 01/07/25 | Sold | $655,000 | -2.8% | $520 / Sq Ft |
11/10/2024 11/10/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/14/2024 08/14/24 | For Sale | $674,000 | +79.7% | $535 / Sq Ft |
04/09/2021 04/09/21 | Sold | $375,000 | -23.3% | $208 / Sq Ft |
03/17/2021 03/17/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/15/2020 08/15/20 | For Sale | $489,000 | -- | $272 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Kate Davies
Bear Island Realty LLC
(218) 343-9173
181 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Anna Yahnke
Bear Island Realty LLC
(218) 235-3547
191 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2021
Jan Erchul
Ely Realty
(218) 349-0515
59 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Julian Rasmusson
z' Up North Realty
(651) 270-8911
96 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Andrea Zupancich
z' Up North Realty
(218) 749-0159
467 Total Sales
Map
Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®
MLS Number: 6115591
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