NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1505 Fern Ave Duluth, MN 55805

Kenwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $292,192 - $328,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,160 Sq Ft
$263/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 19, 2019

Last sale price $195,750 $169 Per Sq Ft

Est. 56% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,880/month

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Lake View
  • Ranch Style House
  • Workshop
  • Deck
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of June 2019

Beautiful views from this centrally-located 3 bed, 2 bath, 1 car garage home perched atop Duluth's hillside in lower Kenwood. With lovely hardwood floors, big windows, and a great view of Lake Superior, this property takes advantage of the natural beauty around it without sacrificing function. With three bedrooms on the main level, the basement features a large finished space that can be used as a family room, office, or guest room, complete with a lower-level bath. Property also features a lovely deck and backyard, making it a perfect choice for the buyer who wants to have some space of their own without giving up the convenience of being in town.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Conner Linde

Real Estate Consultants Listed on: 05/08/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

Brian Rud

Messina & Associates Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,855

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 65x123

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Workshop
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup
  • Lake Views

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Storage Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 010-2825-00110

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,855

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: SINGLE FAMILY
  • Directions: From Kenwood Ave, turn right on Martha Ave, then right onto Fern Ave.
  • L O1 Office Phone1 Number: 218-724-9000
  • Property Sub-Type: SF/Detached
  • Tax Year: 2019
  • View Type:Pond View: Lake Superior
  • Lot Description Waterfront: No
  • Amenities Exterior: Deck
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Mfg And Park Info Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • FinFootageAboveGrade: 950
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 210
  • Garage Type: Tuckunder
  • Heat: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Reso Roof: Asphalt Shingles
  • Room 10: Workshop
  • Bedroom 3: Dining Room
  • TotalBedrooms: 3
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Level 1 Bedroom: Main
  • RoomLevel10: Lower
  • RoomLevel3: Main
  • RoomLevel4: Main
  • RoomLevel5: Main
  • RoomLevel6: Main
  • RoomLevel7: Main
  • RoomLevel8: Lower
  • RoomLevel9: Lower
  • Property Style: Ranch/Rambler
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement Features: Partially Finished, Bath, Utility Room, Washer Hook-Ups, Dryer Hook-Ups
  • Basement Material: Concrete Block
  • Basement Style: Full
  • Bathroom 1 Level: Main
  • Level 2 Three Quarter Bathrooms: Basement
  • Formal Dining: Combine with Kitchen
  • Fireplace: No
  • Bedroom Features:Main Floor Bedroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: Living Room
  • Bathroom 2: Kitchen
  • Main Residence Features:Family Room4: Bathroom
  • Bedroom 5: Bedroom
  • Stories: 1 Story
  • Room 6: Bedroom
  • Room 7: Bedroom
  • Room 8: Family Room
  • Room 9: Bathroom
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Fin Square Footage: 1160
  • Exercise Room Level2: Main

Exterior Features

  • Out Buildings: Storage Shed
  • Construction Status: Previously Owned
  • Exterior: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Capacity: 1

Utilities

  • Power Company: Minnesota Power
  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Duluth #709

Lot Info

  • Estimated Lot Dimensions: 65x123
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 0.18
  • Cultivated Acreage: LSAR
  • Geo Subdivision: MN
  • Parcel Number: 010-2825-00110

Rental Info

  • Lease Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA DVA

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 1855

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 8, 2019
Closed on
Jun 19, 2019
Sold by
Doty Christopher E and Doty Mila D
Bought by
Lepage Robert
Seller's Agent
Conner Linde
Real Estate Consultants
Buyer's Agent
Brian Rud
Messina & Associates Real Estate
List Price
$195,750
Sold Price
$195,750
Current Estimated Value
$305,048

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$109,298
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.17%
Original Mortgage
$189,877
Outstanding Balance
$166,601
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$138,447

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2013
Closed on
Nov 6, 2013
Sold by
Toland Ronny M and Toland Sheryl
Bought by
Doty Christopher E
Seller's Agent
Candy Lee
RE/MAX 1 - Duluth
Buyer's Agent
Frank Messina
Real Living Messina & Associates
List Price
$160,000
Sold Price
$128,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$32,000
-20%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.85%
Original Mortgage
$128,000
Interest Rate
4.24%
Mortgage Type
VA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lepage Robert $195,751 North Shore Title Llc
Doty Christopher E $128,000 Dataquick
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lepage Robert $189,877
Previous Owner Doty Christopher E $128,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/19/2019 06/19/19 Sold $195,750 0.0% $169 / Sq Ft
05/09/2019 05/09/19 Pending -- -- --
05/08/2019 05/08/19 For Sale $195,750 +52.9% $169 / Sq Ft
11/06/2013 11/06/13 Sold $128,000 -20.0% $88 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/26/2013 09/26/13 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2013 07/15/13 For Sale $160,000 -- $110 / 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 $3,262 $257,900 $61,600 $196,300
2023 $3,262 $249,500 $61,600 $187,900
2022 $3,114 $231,300 $57,400 $173,900
2021 $2,482 $188,200 $46,600 $141,600
2020 $1,132 $152,800 $39,500 $113,300
2019 $1,880 $145,100 $37,500 $107,600
2018 $1,690 $135,100 $37,500 $97,600
2017 $1,692 $131,600 $37,500 $94,100
2016 $1,818 $3,600 $3,600 $0
2015 $1,850 $117,100 $35,900 $81,200
2014 $1,850 $117,100 $35,900 $81,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Conner Linde

    Real Estate Consultants

    (218) 343-3107

    1 in this area

    125 Total Sales

    Conner Linde
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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Brian Rud

    Messina & Associates Real Estate

    (218) 340-5412

    6 in this area

    193 Total Sales

    Brian Rud
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  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Candy Lee

    RE/MAX

  • F

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Frank Messina

    Real Living Messina & Associates

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Map

Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6082617

APN: 010282500110

Minnesota St Louis County Duluth 55805 Kenwood

1505 Fern Ave, Duluth, MN

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