Timeless charm with this spacious two-story home built in 1915, perfectly situated on a desirable corner location comprised of 4 lots. The upper level features three bedrooms with wood floors, a generously sized primary bedroom features a wood archway. The main level includes a full bath and a thoughtfully designed layout that flows comfortably from room to room: kitchen, dining and living room. Beautifully refinished Maple hardwood floors and abundant natural light both adding warmth and timeless appeal. Enjoy cozy evenings by the new freestanding wood fireplace, an excellent additional heat source. Outside, you'll love the space with a detached garage, storage shelter, shed, and new additional parking pad and dedicated fire pit gathering area - ideal for entertaining. Newly planted trees and established raspberry bushes enhance the landscape. Recent updates include a new propane furnace, hot water heater, gutters, smart thermostat and pantry ~ adding valuable storage and convenience. With its classic character, thoughtful updates, solid bones, and rare four-lot corner this property is unique with endless possibilities.
Sold for $234,000
$234,000
1239 E Washington St, Ely, MN 55731
3beds
1,160sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
0.32 Acres Lot
$236,300 Zestimate®
$202/sqft
$1,646 Estimated rent
Home value
$236,300
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Detached garageSpacious two-story homeNew additional parking padStorage shelter
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Listed by:
Patricia Bulinski 218-349-5595,
Bear Island Realty LLC
Bought with:
Janet Erchul, MN 593436
Ely Realty
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6123811
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Wood floors, beamed archway, school house lights
- Level: Upper
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 19
Bedroom
- Description: Wood floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bedroom
- Description: Wood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bathroom
- Description: Full bath, subway tile surround, tile floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 9
Dining room
- Description: Refinished Maple floor, newer windows, 7 x 3 pantry closet w/ shelving
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Kitchen
- Description: Gas range, refrigerator, wood block counter tops.
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Living room
- Description: Refinished Maple floors, new wood stove fireplace, newer windows, ceiling fan
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 20
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Wood, Propane
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Washer Hook-Ups,Dryer Hook-Ups
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Free Standing
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,160 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,160
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 140
- Features: Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Light, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 720
- Parcel number: 030020001350
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: City Of Ely
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ely
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/4/2026 | Sold | $234,000$202/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6123811 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Pending sale | $234,000$202/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6123811 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $234,000+27.9%$202/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6123811 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2022 | Sold | $183,000+57.8%$158/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6101696 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2021 | Sold | $116,000$100/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2021 | Pending sale | $116,000$100/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6097420 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2021 | Listed for sale | $116,000$100/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6097420 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,790 +23.1% | $158,900 +5.5% |
| 2023 | $1,454 +155.1% | $150,600 +25.7% |
| 2022 | $570 +2.2% | $119,800 +62.6% |
| 2021 | $558 | $73,700 +10.3% |
| 2020 | $558 | $66,800 |
| 2019 | $558 +13% | $66,800 +4.4% |
| 2018 | $494 -5.4% | $64,000 |
| 2017 | $522 +5.7% | $64,000 +4.7% |
| 2016 | $494 -2% | $61,100 +58.7% |
| 2015 | $504 -4.5% | $38,500 |
| 2014 | $528 +4.6% | $38,500 |
| 2013 | $505 -7.2% | $38,500 -3.3% |
| 2012 | $544 +12.2% | $39,800 -41.1% |
| 2011 | $485 -0.9% | $67,600 -5.8% |
| 2010 | $489 | $71,800 |
| 2009 | $489 -15.3% | $71,800 -1.8% |
| 2008 | $578 -3% | $73,100 |
| 2007 | $596 +47.5% | $73,100 +10.4% |
| 2006 | $404 +5.9% | $66,200 +32.1% |
| 2004 | $381 +4.5% | $50,100 +12.1% |
| 2003 | $365 +16.2% | $44,700 +10.1% |
| 2002 | $314 -10.4% | $40,600 +8.6% |
| 2001 | $350 +43.1% | $37,400 +8.4% |
| 2000 | $245 | $34,500 |
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Neighborhood: 55731
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- 6/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Memorial Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Memorial SecondaryGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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