This Cute and Cozy, historic Lake Vermilion Ely Island off-grid Loggers cabin boasts 9.74 acres and 1140 ft. of lake shore! First time on the market in 50 years and renovated in 2017. Easy 5 minute commute from Stuntz Bay public boat launch. Enjoy privacy in the peaceful protected cove with gorgeous views of the lake across Seven Sisters to Pike Bay. NEW foundation supports, roof, windows, loft, front porch, screened in back porch and steps! Add another cabin on the main island if desired. Excellent fishing and swimming right from your dock. Abundant wildlife at your doorstep. Located close to McKinley Park, historic Soudan Mine and new State Park with numerous hiking/biking/ATV and snowmobile trails. Sold mostly furnished. Don't pass up the chance to own your own island paradise!
Sold for $190,000 on 09/02/25
$190,000
5322 Ely Is S, Tower, MN 55790
1beds
0baths
434sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
9.74 Acres Lot
$193,300 Zestimate®
$438/sqft
$1,048 Estimated rent
Home value
$193,300
$170,000 - $220,000
$1,048/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 03, 2025 at 12:31pm
Listed by:
Sherry Anderson 218-753-8985,
Vermilion Land Office, Inc
Bought with:
Julia Maki
B.I.C. Realty
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors,MLS#: 6112171
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 0
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 15
Living room
- Description: Open area with dining
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Natural Woodwork, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Hardwood Floors
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 434 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 434
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None, None
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Inland Lake, Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake,Bay
- Waterfront features: Inland Lake, Waterfront Access(Private), Shoreline Characteristics(Undeveloped, Shore-Accessible)
- Body of water: Vermilion
- Frontage length: 1140
Lot
- Size: 9.74 Acres
- Dimensions: 394 x 421
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Some Trees, Island/Peninsula
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Foundation area: 384
- Parcel number: 270002001410
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Rustic
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asphalt, Frame/Wood
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: None
- Sewer: None
- Water: None
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Tower
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2025 | Sold | $190,000-13.6%$438/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors #6112171 | ||
| 8/5/2025 | Pending sale | $219,900$507/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors #6112171 | ||
| 8/5/2025 | Contingent | $219,900$507/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #147832 | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Price change | $219,900-2.2%$507/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #147832 | ||
| 5/20/2025 | Price change | $224,900-5.9%$518/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #147832 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,182 -4.8% | $113,100 +17% |
| 2023 | $1,242 +3.2% | $96,700 |
| 2022 | $1,204 +11.7% | $96,700 +17.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 55790
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Tower-Soudan Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 3.4 mi
- 6/10Northeast Range SecondaryGrades: 7-12Distance: 16.9 mi
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