This charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath home has been under the care of a local craftsman. His use of reclaimed and organic material have added a unique character all its own including accents of cedar logs, cork and bamboo flooring along with patina steel. Home is located at the end of a dead end street with easy access to bike(Mesabi Bike Trail) and hiking trails. Winter months enjoy cross country skiing, snowmobiling and snowshoeing. Short walk to Shagawa Lake, Semers Park and the Trezona Trail. New asphalt roof on home in 2023. The yard has been adorned with perennials , raised garden beds and garden shed. Fruit trees adjacent to property including Canadian plum. Authentic wood fired sauna on skids included with sale.
Sold for $161,500
$161,500
56 W Shagawa Rd, Ely, MN 55731
2beds
756sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
$167,100 Zestimate®
$214/sqft
$1,280 Estimated rent
Home value
$167,100
$157,000 - $177,000
$1,280/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 08, 2025 at 04:14pm
Listed by:
Lori Schulze 218-343-1787,
Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
Bought with:
Patricia Bulinski, MN 20274047
Bear Island Realty LLC
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors,MLS#: 6108578
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 127.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 11
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 12
Bathroom
- Description: Slate Tile
- Level: Upper
- Area: 68 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 8.5
Dining room
- Description: Bamboo Wood Floor Breakfast Nook
- Level: Main
- Area: 107.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 13.4
Kitchen
- Description: Cork Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 127.3 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.4 x 9.5
Living room
- Description: Bamboo Wood Flooring Log accents Log upstairs railing/gate
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 9
Porch
- Description: Covered Porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 15
Heating
- Baseboard, Wall Unit(s), Propane, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater-Electric
- Laundry: Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
Features
- Natural Woodwork, Sauna, Foyer-Entrance
- Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tiled Floors
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Washer Hook-Ups,Dryer Hook-Ups
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 756 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 756
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Gravel, Detached, Electrical Service, Slab
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 3,920 sqft
- Dimensions: 75 x 58
- Features: Landscaped, Some Trees, Level
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse, Sauna
- Foundation area: 432
- Parcel number: 030033000340
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Previously Owned
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: City Of Ely
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ely
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/12/2023 | Sold | $161,500+8.4%$214/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors #6108578 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2023 | Pending sale | $149,000$197/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors #6108578 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2023 | Listed for sale | $149,000+163.3%$197/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors #6108578 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2006 | Sold | $56,600+95.2%$75/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2002 | Sold | $29,000$38/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $634 +12.8% | $128,000 +54.8% |
| 2023 | $562 +28.3% | $82,700 +16% |
| 2022 | $438 +16.5% | $71,300 +24.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 55731
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Memorial Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Memorial SecondaryGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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