Escape to 20 acres of peaceful Northwoods living—just minutes from town! This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the perfect mix of privacy and open space. The deep, detached garage is ideal for vehicles, equipment, or a workshop. Nestled in the scenic Duluth countryside, the property combines natural beauty with everyday practicality. Enjoy endless opportunities for outdoor recreation or future expansion. A brand-new septic system was just installed (compliance certificate in supplements), and the property is zoned for both residential and commercial use—giving you the freedom to live, work, or run your business all in one location. Home is being sold as-is.
For sale
$229,900
5868 Rice Lake Rd, Duluth, MN 55803
2beds
1,568sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
20 Acres Lot
$228,600 Zestimate®
$147/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Deep detached garage
- 14 days |
- 4,867 |
- 104 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 27, 2026 at 05:28pm
Listed by:
Devon R Walton 763-482-9111,
Midwest Homes
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6123802
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: bedroom #1
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Bedroom
- Description: 2nd bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Dining room
- Description: Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 10
Kitchen
- Description: Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Living room
- Description: Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Heating
- Forced Air
Features
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,568 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 896
- Finished area below ground: 672
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Split Entry
Lot
- Size: 20 Acres
- Dimensions: 331 x 2641 x 328 x 2639
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 900
- Parcel number: 520001100390
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Minnesota Power
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Drilled
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Duluth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $147/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $167,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,440
- Date on market: 2/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 15 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$228,600
$217,000 - $240,000
$1,452/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $229,900+4.5%$147/sqft |
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| 2/26/2026 | Listing removed | $219,900$140/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Price change | $219,900-7.2%$140/sqft |
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| 1/31/2026 | Price change | $237,000-1.2%$151/sqft |
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| 1/15/2026 | Price change | $239,900-2%$153/sqft |
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| 12/10/2025 | Price change | $244,900-1.1%$156/sqft |
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| 11/19/2025 | Price change | $247,500-1%$158/sqft |
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| 11/14/2025 | Price change | $249,900+1%$159/sqft |
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| 11/6/2025 | Price change | $247,500-0.4%$158/sqft |
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| 10/30/2025 | Price change | $248,500-0.6%$158/sqft |
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| 10/23/2025 | Price change | $249,900-3.8%$159/sqft |
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| 10/15/2025 | Price change | $259,900-3.7%$166/sqft |
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| 10/11/2025 | Price change | $269,900+36.4%$172/sqft |
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| 10/8/2025 | Price change | $197,900-0.5%$126/sqft |
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| 10/2/2025 | Price change | $198,900-0.5%$127/sqft |
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| 9/26/2025 | Price change | $199,900-4.8%$127/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Price change | $209,900-4.5%$134/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Price change | $219,900-4.3%$140/sqft |
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| 9/3/2025 | Price change | $229,900-4.2%$147/sqft |
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| 8/29/2025 | Price change | $239,900-2%$153/sqft |
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| 8/20/2025 | Price change | $244,900-2%$156/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $249,900+42.8%$159/sqft |
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| 8/13/2025 | Sold | $175,000-32.7%$112/sqft |
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| 8/6/2025 | Price change | $259,900-3.7%$166/sqft |
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| 7/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $269,900+107.8%$172/sqft |
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| 5/14/2010 | Sold | $129,900$83/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,598 +1.1% | $167,400 |
| 2023 | $1,580 -32.6% | $167,400 +4.8% |
| 2022 | $2,344 +4.2% | $159,800 -5.7% |
| 2021 | $2,250 | $169,500 +4.2% |
| 2020 | $2,250 | $162,600 |
| 2019 | $2,250 +15.7% | $162,600 +7.6% |
| 2018 | $1,944 -12.2% | $151,100 |
| 2017 | $2,214 +13.9% | $151,100 +18.1% |
| 2016 | $1,944 -2.8% | $127,900 +8.2% |
| 2015 | $2,000 +0.7% | $118,200 |
| 2014 | $1,986 +4.5% | $118,200 -5.1% |
| 2013 | $1,900 +4.5% | $124,500 |
| 2012 | $1,818 +4.7% | $124,500 -8.5% |
| 2011 | $1,736 -0.1% | $136,000 -3.7% |
| 2010 | $1,738 | $141,200 |
| 2009 | $1,738 -2% | $141,200 +1.6% |
| 2008 | $1,773 +46.2% | $139,000 +15% |
| 2007 | $1,212 +9.4% | $120,900 +7.4% |
| 2006 | $1,108 +16.9% | $112,600 +32.3% |
| 2004 | $948 +9.7% | $85,100 +12% |
| 2003 | $864 +1.1% | $76,000 +10% |
| 2002 | $855 +7.1% | $69,100 +8.5% |
| 2001 | $798 +7.7% | $63,700 +7.8% |
| 2000 | $741 | $59,100 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,391/mo
Principal & interest
$1186
Property taxes
$205
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 55803
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Homecroft Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 5.8 mi
- 7/10Ordean East Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9.3 mi
- 10/10East Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.3 mi




