Esko living at its best in this well thought out, beautiful custom built home! The best of all worlds; an amazing school district, small town country vibe, but only 15 minutes from Downtown Duluth and all the city has to offer. Huge bonus, it's a mere 5 minutes to Jay Cooke State Park. A paved driveway winds back into this 5 acre parcel to the privately placed house, with a wraparound circular drive complete with abundant parking and a large three-car attached garage. You will be awe struck as you open the door to dramatic vaulted ceilings and a grand stair case that curves up to all the bedrooms on the second floor. The foyer welcomes you in, flows past the home office with French double doors and into the open concept living room with gas fireplace and extravagant kitchen with not one, but two center islands. One is so large it seconds as a table. Hickory cabinets galore, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and space beyond space. This truly will be the hub of the home and is perfect for large gatherings, family meals and homework. Off the kitchen are the formal dining room, main floor half bath and large mudroom leading to the garage with floor to ceiling storage cabinets perfect for all the seasonal wear, small kitchen appliances and pet supplies. The second floor features four spacious bedrooms to include a full master suite, a large full bathroom and a strategically placed laundry room where it is needed most. And bring on the fun as you go down to the walk-out basement! It features a very large family room with another gas fireplace, a large game room space complete with wet bar and full refrigerator, a Sauna, ¾ bath, a flex room perfect for a home gym, craft room, studio, 2nd home office, etc., and access the back yard. The house has a 50 year roof, radiant in floor boiler heat, amply storage, a large deck, hot tub pad, garden shed, unground electric dog fence, a dog kennel, fruit trees, fire pit area, privacy and more. Make your appointment today.
Sold for $646,000 on 10/13/23
$646,000
65 Jay Cooke Rd, Esko, MN 55733
4beds
4,320sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
4.97 Acres Lot
$705,000 Zestimate®
$150/sqft
$3,717 Estimated rent
Home value
$705,000
$670,000 - $740,000
$3,717/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 08, 2025 at 04:14pm
Listed by:
Kimberly Powell 218-464-8224,
Messina & Associates Real Estate
Bought with:
Julie Sathers, MN 20011879
JS Realty
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors,MLS#: 6109476
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/4 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Large walk-in closet & exclusive full bathroom, new carpet
- Level: Second
- Area: 203.18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.4 x 14.11
Bedroom
- Description: New carpet & Paint
- Level: Second
- Area: 218.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.8 x 15.8
Bedroom
- Description: New Carpet & Paint
- Level: Second
- Area: 164.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 13.6
Bedroom
- Description: New carpet, light fixture & paint
- Level: Second
- Area: 176.28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.3 x 15.6
Bathroom
- Description: Primary bedroom bathroom, shower & tub
- Level: Second
- Area: 112.22 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 11.1
Bonus room
- Description: Flex space
- Level: Basement
- Area: 157.72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 15.6
Dining room
- Description: sun drenched, privately located off of kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 250.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.2 x 16.5
Family room
- Description: Stone gas fireplace
- Level: Basement
- Area: 360.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.5 x 20.6
Great room
- Description: Game room w/wet bar, open concept to family room & sauna
- Level: Basement
- Area: 424.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 23.6
Kitchen
- Description: Hickory Cabinets, granite counter tops, stone tile floor, two islands
- Level: Main
- Area: 509.15 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.5 x 26.11
Living room
- Description: Gas fireplace, open concept to kitchen, high ceilings
- Level: Main
- Area: 359.1 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.1 x 21
Office
- Description: French doors, multiple windows
- Level: Main
- Area: 165.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13.8
Heating
- Baseboard, Boiler, In Floor Heat, Radiant
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 4,320 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,880
- Finished area below ground: 1,440
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Lot
- Size: 4.97 Acres
- Dimensions: 656 x 329
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Parcel number: 780206985
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Steel Siding, Stone, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Minnesota Power
- Sewer: Mound Septic, Private Sewer
- Water: Drilled
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Esko
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/13/2023 | Sold | $646,000-7.1%$150/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors #6109476 | ||
| 9/5/2023 | Pending sale | $695,000$161/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors #6109476 | ||
| 8/25/2023 | Contingent | $695,000$161/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors #6109476 | ||
| 7/31/2023 | Price change | $695,000-7.9%$161/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors #6109476 | ||
| 7/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $755,000+36%$175/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors #6109476 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,436 +10.2% | $645,200 +4.5% |
| 2024 | $6,750 +1.5% | $617,300 +12.2% |
| 2023 | $6,652 +7.3% | $550,000 +1.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 55733
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Winterquist Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Lincoln SecondaryGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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