Step inside this delightful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home on desirable James St in the heart of Ely. Perched on a sunny corner lot, enjoy a short stroll to the Ely school, Whiteside Park, or downtown to enjoy shopping or dining. Inside, this home features central air, updated quartz countertops, new front porch railings, new water heater, and newer roof. There is a spacious two stall attached garage giving you room for vehicles, toys and all of your outdoor gear. One of this home’s standout features is the inviting front porch- an ideal spot to sip your morning coffee, chat with neighbors, or unwind after a day of work or adventure! Well maintained with thoughtful updates, this adorable home is move-in ready and ideal for anyone looking to enjoy all that Ely has to offer!
For sale
Price cut: $10K (8/13)
$215,000
304 E James St, Ely, MN 55731
3beds
1,492sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
5,662 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$144/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Inviting front porchUpdated quartz countertopsCentral airSunny corner lot
- 86 days
- 900
- 40
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Taylor Glynn 507-475-2597,
eXp Realty, LLC- MN
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6125782
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,492 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,492
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 5,662 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 125 x 45
Details
- Foundation area: 1008
- Parcel number: 030007000740
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Previously Owned
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: City Of Ely
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable, DSL, Fiber Optic, Satellite
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ely
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $144/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $167,100
- Annual tax amount: $2,938
- Date on market: 6/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 82 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,901/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Price change | $215,000-4.4%$144/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #150053 Report a problem | ||
| 7/12/2026 | Price change | $225,000-2.2%$151/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #150053 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $230,000$154/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #150053 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2026 | Contingent | $230,000$154/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6125782 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $230,000+9.5%$154/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #150053 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2024 | Sold | $210,000-3.9%$141/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6108985 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/1/2023 | Contingent | $218,500$146/sqft |
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| 10/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $218,500$146/sqft |
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| 10/21/2023 | Contingent | $218,500$146/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6108985 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2023 | Listed for sale | $218,500$146/sqft |
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| 7/31/2023 | Pending sale | $218,500$146/sqft |
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| 6/26/2023 | Listed for sale | $218,500+39.4%$146/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6108985 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2021 | Sold | $156,700-5%$105/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6096541 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2021 | Pending sale | $164,900$111/sqft |
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| 5/7/2021 | Listed for sale | $164,900+22.1%$111/sqft |
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| 2/26/2020 | Sold | $135,000-3.5%$90/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2019 | Pending sale | $139,900$94/sqft |
Source: Wildwoods Land Company #6083837 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2019 | Listed for sale | $139,900$94/sqft |
Source: Wildwoods Land Company #6083837 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2019 | Pending sale | $139,900$94/sqft |
Source: Wildwoods Land Company #6083837 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2019 | Listed for sale | $139,900+154.4%$94/sqft |
Source: Wildwoods Land Company #6083837 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2017 | Sold | $55,000-4.8%$37/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2017 | Price change | $57,750-6.3%$39/sqft |
Source: Northwoods Land Office, Inc #4854897 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2017 | Listed for sale | $61,600+10%$41/sqft |
Source: Northwoods Land Office, Inc #4854897 Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2016 | Sold | $56,000-19.4%$38/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2013 | Sold | $69,500+3.7%$47/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2005 | Sold | $67,000$45/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,570 +0.7% | $167,100 +5.6% |
| 2023 | $2,552 +83.9% | $158,200 +13.5% |
| 2022 | $1,388 -0.1% | $139,400 +23.9% |
| 2021 | $1,390 | $112,500 +60.7% |
| 2020 | $1,390 | $70,000 |
| 2019 | $1,390 +10% | $70,000 +7% |
| 2018 | $1,264 -5.2% | $65,400 |
| 2017 | $1,334 +5.5% | $65,400 +3.6% |
| 2016 | $1,264 +138.5% | $63,100 +61% |
| 2015 | $530 -3.6% | $39,200 -25% |
| 2014 | $550 -39.1% | $52,300 |
| 2013 | $903 -2.1% | $52,300 -0.2% |
| 2012 | $923 +20.3% | $52,400 -21.6% |
| 2011 | $767 -5.6% | $66,800 -9.2% |
| 2010 | $813 | $73,600 |
| 2009 | $813 +4.5% | $73,600 +12.7% |
| 2008 | $778 +12.3% | $65,300 +12.6% |
| 2007 | $693 +37.4% | $58,000 +15.1% |
| 2006 | $505 +31% | $50,400 |
| 2004 | $385 -13.3% | $50,400 |
| 2003 | $444 +14.7% | $50,400 +10% |
| 2002 | $387 -15.7% | $45,800 +3.9% |
| 2001 | $459 +37.7% | $44,100 +8.6% |
| 2000 | $334 | $40,600 |
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