$449,000
PENDING

5262 Ely Island S Tower, MN 55790

Estimated payment $2,892/month

Total Views 24,750
2 Beds
-- Bath
624 Sq Ft
$720 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • 39.25 Acre Lot
  • Living Room
  • Bay View
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace

About This Home

Welcome to your Lake Vermilion Tranquil Island retreat. This charming rustic 2 bedroom log cabin situated on 39.25 acres with 3225 total feet of shoreline on both sides of Ely Island offers the ultimate privacy. The log cabin exudes timeless charm of a bygone era. The warm, inviting interior features a vaulted ceiling, stone wood- burning fireplace and wood floors. Enjoy breathtaking, panoramic views of the pristine waters. Island life provides endless opportunities for boating, fishing, kayaking, hiking and relaxing by the water's edge. Accessible only by boat, this log cabin is a gateway to a lifestyle of peace and adventure. Escape the crowds and immerse yourself in the natural beauty and quietude of beautiful Northern Minnesota!

Listing Agent

Sherry Zupancich Anderson

Vermilion Land Office, Inc Brokerage Phone: Listed on: 08/29/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,043

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 39.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 1476x1700
  • Private Waterfront

Parking

  • No Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Lake

Home Design

  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 624 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room

Outdoor Features

  • Outhouse

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Private Water Source

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 270-0020-01350

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,043

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

39.25 Acres

Listing Details

  • Directions: Via boat from any boat launch. Stuntz Bay public boat launch to South side of Ely Island is approximately 1.65 miles.
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • View Type:Pond View: Inland Lake, Bay
  • Reso Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Property Sub Type: Seasonal
  • Property Type: Residential
  • LotSizeAcres: 39.25
  • Lot Size: 1476x1700
  • Road Frontage Type: None
  • Water Body Name: Vermilion
  • Co List Office Mls Id: LSA238
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 624
  • Living Area: 624
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • LSA_Foreclosure: No
  • LSA_Auction: No
  • LSA_ManagementCompany: ***
  • LSA_LeasedLand: Owned
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • LSA_FractionOwnership: Fee-Simple
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Stories: 1
  • LSA_MainFloorBedroom: 1

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Provided Survey Available, Disc./Condition Report, LBP Disclosure, Septic Disclosure
  • Construction Type: Log
  • Foundation Details: N/A
  • LSA_WaterfrontAccess: Private

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: None
  • LSA_GarageType: None

Utilities

  • Sewer: Outhouse
  • Cooling: None
  • Water Source: Private

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: St. Louis County #2142

Lot Info

  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Parcel Number: 270-0020-01350
  • Land Lease Expiration Date: 2026-08-29

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5043

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Tax History

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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 $5,128 $418,100 $361,800 $56,300
2023 $4,684 $344,000 $294,800 $49,200
2022 $3,958 $344,000 $294,800 $49,200
2021 $3,890 $287,300 $246,900 $40,400
2020 $4,224 $287,300 $246,900 $40,400
2019 $4,100 $308,000 $269,300 $38,700
2018 $3,828 $309,500 $270,800 $38,700
2017 $3,762 $284,200 $253,500 $30,700
2016 $3,660 $281,700 $251,000 $30,700
2015 -- $233,000 $215,600 $17,400
2014 -- $233,100 $215,700 $17,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/07/2026 07/07/26 Pending -- -- --
08/29/2025 08/29/25 For Sale $449,000 -- $720 / Sq Ft
Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6121632

APN: 270002001350

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