Perfectly situated between Duluth and Two Harbors, this structurally solid home is a fantastic opportunity to build sweat equity just steps from Lake Superior. The main level welcomes you with brand-new vinyl flooring throughout, featuring a functional galley kitchen, a dedicated dining area, and a bright living room. Two bedrooms and a full bath complete the main floor. The walk-out lower level is a blank canvas ready to shine, offering a massive bonus/rec room, a third bedroom, and a 3/4 bath. Outside, enjoy the convenience of off-street parking and a handy storage shed for all your North Shore gear! Located directly across from Peterson Park and a short distance to the shore, Knife River trail, and the marina! With its sturdy bones (Roof is only 2 years old!) and refreshed main floor, this home is ready for a buyer with a little creativity to transform it to truly sparkle! Bring your vision and move right into the North Shore lifestyle!
Sold for $240,000
$240,000
226 W 3rd St, Knife River, MN 55609
3beds
1,245sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
0.3 Acres Lot
$230,500 Zestimate®
$193/sqft
$2,141 Estimated rent
Home value
$230,500
$219,000 - $242,000
$2,141/mo
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Handy storage shedDedicated dining areaRefreshed main floorOff-street parkingFunctional galley kitchenBrand-new vinyl flooring throughout
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Brenna Fahlin 218-330-7127,
Messina & Associates Real Estate,
Anna Malay 218-330-7950,
Messina & Associates Real Estate
Bought with:
Loren Johnston, MN 20541796
Lewis & Clark, LLC
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6123735
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: New paint! New flooring!
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 8
Bedroom
- Description: New paint! New flooring!
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 10
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom
- Description: Full bath on the main floor!
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Description: 3/4 bath in the lower level!
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Description: New paint! New flooring!
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 7
Kitchen
- Description: New paint! New flooring! Classic galley style!
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 7
Living room
- Description: New paint! New flooring!
- Level: Main
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 15
Rec room
- Description: Great refinishing potential!
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Electric
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walkout
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,245 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,036
- Finished area below ground: 209
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Dimensions: 100 x 130
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Parcel number: 25527620310, 20320, 20330, 20340
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Coop Power & Light
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Knife River
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $193/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $150,700
- Annual tax amount: $342
- Date on market: 2/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2026 | Sold | $240,000+4.8%$193/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6123735 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2026 | Pending sale | $229,000$184/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6123735 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $229,000$184/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6123735 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $318 -52.7% | $118,631 +0.5% |
| 2024 | $672 +47.9% | $118,087 -23.2% |
| 2023 | $454 -50.7% | $153,857 +11.2% |
| 2022 | $921 -2.8% | $138,299 |
| 2021 | $948 -9.1% | $138,299 |
| 2020 | $1,043 +58.5% | $138,299 +2.5% |
| 2018 | $658 +14.2% | $134,900 +9.2% |
| 2017 | $576 -11.1% | $123,500 +4.6% |
| 2016 | $648 -10% | $118,100 -6.6% |
| 2015 | $720 | $126,500 |
| 2014 | $720 +36.8% | -- |
| 2013 | $527 +0.5% | -- |
| 2012 | $524 | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | $410 | -- |
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Neighborhood: 55609
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