Charming Cape Cod bungalow with direct Lake Superior beachfront! This rare fixer-upper opportunity has been lovingly owned by the same family since 1963 and is ready for its next chapter. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath on the main level, plus a full dry basement with a partial bath and new lateral line, this home offers solid bones and endless potential. The lot is a surveyed 40’ x 100’, complete with a spacious 1+ car detached garage.Imagine waking up to the sound of waves and watching ships sail by—just two blocks from the iconic Aerial Lift Bridge and all the restaurants, shops, and attractions of Canal Park. Whether you’re dreaming of restoring its vintage charm, creating a cozy lakeside retreat, or investing in one of Duluth’s most sought-after locations, this handyman special is priced to sell and full of possibility! Being sold "AS IS".
Sold for $450,000 on 12/12/25
$450,000
838 S Lake Ave, Duluth, MN 55802
2beds
1,034sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
$450,400 Zestimate®
$435/sqft
$2,133 Estimated rent
Home value
$450,400
$428,000 - $473,000
$2,133/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 15, 2025 at 09:14am
Listed by:
Kimberly Powell 218-464-8224,
Messina & Associates Real Estate
Bought with:
Kimberly Powell, MN 40629167lWI 113752-94
Messina & Associates Real Estate
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors,MLS#: 6122506
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 200.86 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 16.6
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 130.79 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 12.11
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 47.85 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.5 x 8.7
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 123.27 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.11 x 15.2
Entry hall
- Level: Lower
- Area: 14.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3.6 x 3.9
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 14.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4.11 x 3.6
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 133.28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.8 x 13.6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 150.48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9 x 15.2
Heating
- Boiler, Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Bath,Washer Hook-Ups,Dryer Hook-Ups
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,034 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,034
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Electrical Service, Slab
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Waterfront features: Lake Superior, Waterfront Access(Private), Shoreline Characteristics(Sand, Shore-Beach)
- Body of water: Lake Superior
- Frontage length: 40
Lot
- Size: 3,920 sqft
- Dimensions: 40 x 100
Details
- Parcel number: 010438001020
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Minnesota Power
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Duluth
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $450,000$435/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors #6122506 | ||
| 10/31/2025 | Pending sale | $450,000$435/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors #6122506 | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $450,000$435/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors #6122506 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,300 +12.8% | $423,800 +12.3% |
| 2023 | $4,700 +11.7% | $377,500 +17.8% |
| 2022 | $4,208 +72% | $320,500 +20.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Park Point
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Myers-Wilkins ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 3/10Lincoln Park Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 5/10Denfeld Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 mi
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