Exceptional investment or owner-occupied opportunity in the heart of Spirit Valley! This solid up-and-down duplex offers a strong rental history, with each unit featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. A recently acquired additional parcel provides expanded yard space and valuable potential for additional structures, adding to the property's appeal and outdoor enjoyment. Take in beautiful hillside views from the back decks and enjoy the availability of a 2-car garage. Major updates in 2017 include the roof, windows, doors, furnaces, electrical, and plumbing. Hot water heaters were replaced in 2019 and 2021. A current rental license is in place through 1/1/29, offering added convenience and peace of mind for the next owner. Situated near shopping, restaurants, and everyday amenities, this property offers an ideal combination of location, updates, income potential, and flexibility. Live in one unit while generating rental income from the other, or add this turnkey opportunity to your investment portfolio.
For sale
$219,900
409 N 51st Ave W, Duluth, MN 55807
4beds
2baths
1,822sqft
Duplex
Built in 1909
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$121/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Expanded yard space
- 43 days
- 521
- 44
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rachel Betts Larson 218-591-9652,
Adolphson Real Estate
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6127759
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Features
- Has basement: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,822 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,822
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 125
Details
- Foundation area: 920
- Parcel number: 010453003460, 010453003450
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex
Materials
- Vinyl, Frame/Wood
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 1909
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Minnesota Power
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Duluth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $121/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $162,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,802
- Date on market: 9/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 45 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Tenant pays: Internet, Cable TV, Grounds Care, Snow Removal, Water, Gas, Sewer
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $219,900+46.6%$121/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6127759 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2026 | Listing removed | $1,200$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2022 | Sold | $150,000-11.8%$82/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2022 | Contingent | $170,000$93/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6104930 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2022 | Listed for sale | $170,000-2.9%$93/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6104930 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6104133 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2022 | Listed for sale | $175,000$96/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6104133 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6102320 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $175,000$96/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6102320 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2022 | Contingent | $175,000$96/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6102320 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2022 | Listed for sale | $175,000+236.5%$96/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6102320 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2015 | Sold | $52,000-13.2%$29/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2014 | Listing removed | $59,900$33/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX 1 #6013175 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2014 | Price change | $59,900-10.5%$33/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX 1 #6013175 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2014 | Listed for sale | $66,900-14.2%$37/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX 1 #6013175 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2014 | Listing removed | $78,000$43/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2014 | Listed for sale | $78,000+37.1%$43/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2003 | Sold | $56,900$31/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,804 +5.6% | $162,700 -2% |
| 2024 | $2,656 +56.4% | $166,100 +8.8% |
| 2023 | $1,698 +7.9% | $152,600 +66.8% |
| 2022 | $1,574 -0.6% | $91,500 +18.7% |
| 2021 | $1,584 | $77,100 |
| 2020 | $1,584 | $77,100 |
| 2019 | $1,584 +31.1% | $77,100 +22.8% |
| 2018 | $1,208 -15.3% | $62,800 |
| 2017 | $1,426 +18% | $62,800 |
| 2016 | $1,208 +0.2% | $62,800 -37.4% |
| 2015 | $1,206 +2.9% | $100,300 |
| 2014 | $1,172 -37.1% | $100,300 |
| 2013 | $1,862 +61.9% | $100,300 +53.4% |
| 2012 | $1,150 +9% | $65,400 -4.7% |
| 2011 | $1,054 -0.9% | $68,600 -5% |
| 2010 | $1,064 | $72,200 |
| 2009 | $1,064 -4.1% | $72,200 -3% |
| 2008 | $1,109 +21.1% | $74,400 +14.5% |
| 2007 | $916 +15.4% | $65,000 +15% |
| 2006 | $794 +16.7% | $56,500 +36.5% |
| 2004 | $680 +17% | $41,400 +20% |
| 2003 | $581 -11.8% | $34,500 +11.7% |
| 2002 | $659 -4.3% | $30,900 +8.4% |
| 2001 | $688 +6.7% | $28,500 +8.4% |
| 2000 | $645 | $26,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Climate risks
Neighborhood: Spirit Valley
Similar homes
- $219,9002 bd2 ba1k sqft4326 W 8th St, Duluth, MN 55807For Sale
MLS ID #6128380, Jordan DeCaro, RE/MAX Results. Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID - $325,0004 bd2 ba1.7k sqft5405-07 Central Pl, Duluth, MN 55807For Sale
MLS ID #6128336, Mollie Maruca, RE/MAX Results. Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID - $229,9005 bd2 ba1.6k sqft507 N 56th Ave W, Duluth, MN 55807For Sale
MLS ID #6126873, Jack H Slattengren, LPT Realty, LLC. Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID - $226,9003 bd2 ba1.1k sqft1 S 64th Ave W, Duluth, MN 55807For Sale
MLS ID #6128293, Jeff Urbaniak, North Point Realty. Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID
