$230,000

638 E James St Ely, MN 55731

Estimated payment $1,397/month

Total Views 2,321
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,350 Sq Ft
$170 Price per Sq Ft

About This Home

Charming Two-Story Home Near Schools and Park This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers timeless charm with modern updates. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors and newer stainless steel appliances, this home combines comfort and style. Enjoy the convenience of a detached 2-car garage, plus a storage shed — all with brand-new roofs. Some windows have been recently replaced for improved efficiency. Located in a great neighborhood just steps from local schools and a nearby park, this is a perfect place to call home.

Listing Agent

Julian Rasmusson

Z' Up North Realty Brokerage Phone: Listed on: 04/01/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,025

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 125x59

Parking

  • 2

Interior Spaces

  • 1,350 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 030-0420-00230

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,025

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: east on Sheridan Street, turn right onto 9 Ave, follow to James Street and turn right. Follow to the address (sign in yard)
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Reso Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Lot Size: 125x59
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Co List Office Mls Id: LSA11380
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1350
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Vinyl Windows

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: LBP Disclosure
  • Construction Type: Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Asphalt

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: City

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ely #696

Lot Info

  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Parcel Number: 030-0420-00230
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2025

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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
2024 $1,984 $175,000 $10,700 $164,300
2023 $1,984 $165,500 $10,300 $155,200
2022 $1,726 $154,300 $9,800 $144,500
2021 $1,654 $129,300 $8,900 $120,400
2020 $1,474 $115,500 $8,900 $106,600
2019 $1,394 $115,500 $8,900 $106,600
2018 $792 $113,800 $8,900 $104,900
2017 $796 $83,900 $8,800 $75,100
2016 $852 $81,000 $8,000 $73,000
2015 $1,589 $81,900 $8,900 $73,000
2014 $1,589 $81,900 $8,900 $73,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/01/2026 04/01/26 Price Changed $230,000 0.0% $170 / Sq Ft
04/01/2026 04/01/26 For Sale $230,000 -3.0% $170 / Sq Ft
04/01/2026 04/01/26 For Sale $237,000 +80.9% $176 / Sq Ft
05/20/2019 05/20/19 Sold $131,000 -2.9% $95 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/06/2019 04/06/19 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2018 09/25/18 For Sale $134,900 +12.9% $97 / Sq Ft
12/15/2017 12/15/17 Sold $119,500 0.0% $62 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/01/2017 12/01/17 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2017 12/01/17 For Sale $119,500 +16.6% $62 / Sq Ft
07/02/2015 07/02/15 Sold $102,500 -- $80 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/23/2015 05/23/15 Pending -- -- --
Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $131,000 Northeast Title Company
Warranty Deed $119,900 Northeast Title Company
Deed $102,500 --
Warranty Deed $87,000 Northeast Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $133,816 VA
Previous Owner $95,920 New Conventional
Previous Owner $82,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $69,600 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS®

MLS Number: 6124271

APN: 030042000230

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