$450,000

5531 Lester River Rd Duluth, MN 55804

Estimated payment $2,850/month

Total Views 26,447
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,383 Sq Ft
$189 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Private Waterfront
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Bonus Room
  • Lakewood Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA

About This Home

Charming Farmhouse on 7 Acres – Talmadge River Frontage! Discover the perfect blend of rustic charm and potential with this 4-bedroom, 2-bath farmhouse nestled on 7 scenic acres along the Talmadge River. Just a short drive to town, this property offers a peaceful retreat with plenty of room to make it your own. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors throughout the original home and a cozy living room centered around a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. The spacious main floor bedroom includes an attached sitting room—ideal for a private retreat, nursery, or home office. While some updates and finishing touches are needed, many major improvements have already been taken care of, including a newer roof, updated plumbing, septic system, and well. Outside, the property shines with a detached 3-stall heated garage, an additional 6-stall detached garage, and an attached 1-car tuck-under garage—offering ample space for vehicles, hobbies, or storage. Whether you're dreaming of a hobby farm, a peaceful homestead, or simply more room to spread out, this one-of-a-kind property delivers charm, space, and endless potential.

Listing Agent

Joshua Gosar

RE/MAX Results Listed on: 04/18/2025

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Co-Listing Agent

Carly Gosar

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,017

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 7.55 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 505x661
  • Private Waterfront
  • 507 Feet of Waterfront
  • River Front

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,383 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Bonus Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 10 Car Detached Garage
  • Tuck Under Garage

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Private Water Source
  • Private Sewer

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Property is near a preserve or public land

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 415-0010-02840

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,017

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: SINGLE FAMILY
  • Directions: From Duluth - Head north on Jean Duluth Rd, Turn Right on Stark Rd, Turn Left on Lester River Rd. Home located on left before Lavis Rd.
  • L O1 Office Phone1 Number: 218-722-2811
  • List Price/ Sq Ft: 188.84
  • PropAdjoinsPublicLand: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type: SF/Detached
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Lot Description Waterfront: Yes
  • Mfg And Park Info Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • FinFootageAboveGrade: 2383
  • Garage Type: Detached, Tuckunder
  • Heat: Propane
  • MainFloorBath: Yes
  • RdBtwnWtrfrntAndHome: No
  • Room 10: Bedroom
  • Room 11: Bedroom
  • Room 12: Bedroom
  • Bedroom 3: Den/Office
  • TotalBedrooms: 4
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Level 1 Bedroom: Main
  • RoomLevel10: Second Floor
  • RoomLevel11: Second Floor
  • RoomLevel12: Second Floor
  • RoomLevel3: Main
  • RoomLevel4: Main
  • RoomLevel5: Main
  • RoomLevel6: Main
  • RoomLevel7: Main
  • RoomLevel8: Main
  • RoomLevel9: Second Floor
  • Property Style: Traditional
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator
  • Basement Material: Concrete Block
  • Basement Style: Full
  • Bathroom Description: Full Main Floor, Full Upper
  • Extra Rooms: Bonus Room
  • Fireplace: No
  • Bedroom Features:Main Floor Bedroom: Yes
  • Bathroom 1: Kitchen
  • Bathroom 2: Dining Room
  • Main Residence Features:Family Room4: Family Room
  • Bedroom 5: Living Room
  • Stories: 2 Story
  • Room 6: Family Room
  • Room 7: Bathroom
  • Room 8: Bedroom
  • Room 9: Bathroom
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Fin Square Footage: 2383
  • Exercise Room Level2: Main

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront Access: Private
  • Water Frontage In Feet: 507
  • Waterfront Name: Talmadge River
  • Construction Status: Previously Owned
  • Exterior: Vinyl

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Capacity: 10

Utilities

  • Power Company: Minnesota Power
  • Sewer: Private
  • Water: Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Duluth #709
  • Junior High Dist: Duluth #709

Lot Info

  • Geo Update Timestamp: 2025-04-18
  • Estimated Lot Dimensions: 505x661
  • Estimated Number of Acres: 7.55
  • Cultivated Acreage: LSAR
  • Geo Subdivision: MN
  • Parcel Number: 415-0010-02840
  • Waterfront Type: River

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount: 4017

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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
2023 $4,046 $351,000 $93,200 $257,800
2022 $3,568 $346,700 $88,900 $257,800
2021 $3,490 $267,300 $48,200 $219,100
2020 $3,488 $261,900 $42,800 $219,100
2019 $3,344 $255,200 $42,800 $212,400
2018 $2,802 $255,200 $42,800 $212,400
2017 $2,452 $229,100 $40,300 $188,800
2016 $2,266 $201,500 $60,900 $140,600
2015 $2,332 $168,700 $54,400 $114,300
2014 $2,332 $166,200 $52,200 $114,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/26/2025 04/26/25 Price Changed $450,000 -4.3% $189 / Sq Ft
04/18/2025 04/18/25 For Sale $470,000 -- $197 / Sq Ft
Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer $90,000 Arrowhead Abstract & Title C
Source: Public Records

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Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6118750

APN: 415001002840

Minnesota St Louis County Duluth 55804

5531 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN

This home is located at 5531 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN 55804 and is currently priced at $450,000, approximately $188 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 5531 Lester River Rd is a home located in St. Louis County with nearby schools including Lakewood Elementary School, Ordean East Middle School, and East High School.

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