Quality-built ranch home on Clear Lake, conveniently located between Ely and Tower, MN. This 3-bedroom, 3-bath property sits on a level lot with westerly lake views, a spacious lakeside deck, and a paved driveway. The main level includes a living room with gas fireplace, an eat in kitchen, and a primary bedroom featuring built ins and an attached ¾ bath. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the main floor. The partially finished lower level offers a family room, office, and additional bath, with potential for further finishing or storage. Property features include in floor and baseboard electric heat, private well and septic, an attached 1 car garage, and a detached oversized garage/workshop. Two storage sheds and a dock are included. This well-maintained home offers a blend of comfort, practicality, and lakeside enjoyment—ideal as a year round residence or Northwoods retreat.
Pending
Price cut: $15K (5/9)
$435,000
1859 Bobence Rd, Ely, MN 55731
3beds
1,532sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
1.2 Acres Lot
$417,800 Zestimate®
$284/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Westerly lake viewsTwo storage shedsSpacious lakeside deckTwo additional bedroomsEat in kitchenPaved drivewayLevel lot
- 114 days |
- 575 |
- 6 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Anna Yahnke 218-235-3547,
Bear Island Realty LLC,
Kate Davies 218-343-9173,
Bear Island Realty LLC
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6123729
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 22
Office
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Heating
- Baseboard, Dual Fuel/Off Peak, In Floor Heat, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Water Filtration System, Water Heater-Electric, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Natural Woodwork
- Windows: Energy Windows
- Basement: Full,Egress Windows,Bath,Den/Office,Family/Rec Room,Washer Hook-Ups,Dryer Hook-Ups
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,532 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,232
- Finished area below ground: 300
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Attached, Detached, Electrical Service, Heat, Insulation
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Inland Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Inland Lake, Waterfront Access(Private), Shoreline Characteristics(Gravel)
- Body of water: Clear
- Frontage length: 200
Lot
- Size: 1.2 Acres
- Dimensions: 225 x 250
- Features: Tree Coverage - Medium, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1232
- Parcel number: 317013000040, 317013000030
- Zoning description: Residential
- Other equipment: Air to Air Exchange, Fuel Tank-Rented
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Board, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Lake Country Power
- Sewer: Drain Field
- Water: Drilled
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ely
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $284/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $65,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,583
- Date on market: 2/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 101 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Unimproved
Estimated market value
$417,800
$397,000 - $439,000
$2,378/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Pending sale | $435,000$284/sqft |
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| 5/9/2026 | Price change | $435,000-3.3%$284/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Price change | $450,000-5.3%$294/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Price change | $475,000-5%$310/sqft |
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| 2/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $500,000$326/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $634 -3.9% | $65,900 |
| 2023 | $660 +6.1% | $65,900 |
| 2022 | $622 -1% | $65,900 +22.9% |
| 2021 | $628 | $53,600 -1.3% |
| 2020 | $628 | $54,300 |
| 2019 | $628 +9.8% | $54,300 +10.4% |
| 2018 | $572 +2.9% | $49,200 |
| 2017 | $556 -2.8% | $49,200 |
| 2016 | $572 +2.5% | $49,200 -31.7% |
| 2015 | $558 -14.4% | $72,000 |
| 2014 | $652 -15.9% | $72,000 -11.7% |
| 2013 | $775 +3% | $81,500 |
| 2012 | $752 -11.6% | $81,500 -23.3% |
| 2011 | $851 -38.9% | $106,200 -34.5% |
| 2010 | $1,393 | $162,100 |
| 2009 | $1,393 +136.3% | $162,100 +77.2% |
| 2008 | $589 +35.6% | $91,500 +32.8% |
| 2007 | $435 +25.4% | $68,900 +33% |
| 2006 | $347 +37% | $51,800 +73.8% |
| 2004 | $253 -15.1% | $29,800 +27.4% |
| 2003 | $298 -3.1% | $23,400 +17% |
| 2002 | $307 +43.9% | $20,000 +42.9% |
| 2001 | $214 +17.9% | $14,000 +16.7% |
| 2000 | $181 | $12,000 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 55731
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Tower-Soudan Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 10.5 mi
- 6/10Northeast Range SecondaryGrades: 7-12Distance: 11.6 mi
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- Minnesota
- Saint Louis County
- Ely
- 55731
- 1859 Bobence Rd






