If you're dreaming of country living that's close to town, this is it! This wonderful home is situated on 10 acres next to the Lester River and offers scenic views of the beautiful property from nearly every window. Warm and welcoming, this home is perfect for entertaining! The main floor features a living room with wood burning fireplace, kitchen with granite countertops and maple cabinetry and a family room with Jotul stove. Spacious dining room with in floor heat and large picture windows. There are 2 main level bedrooms and a full bathroom. The upper level is an amazing primary suite with dressing room, private bath and stunning views down to the river. The lower level features a 3/4 bath and multi-purpose room; it's the perfect space for your exercise equipment or hobbies! This home has been carefully maintained with a host of recent updates including many windows, exterior paint and air exchange system. Compliant septic. Relax on the deck and enjoy watching the wildlife and peaceful setting. There's a 2 car garage, pole building and loafing shed. The property is surrounded by mature trees and offers a combination of a wide open fenced field that could accommodate a horse, and wooded backyard with a variety of apple trees and hardwoods. This is a truly special property! Time to live your dream!
For sale
$649,900
5145 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN 55804
3beds
3,190sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
10 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$204/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wide open fenced field
- 2 days
- 1,155
- 118
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Julie A Carlson 218-349-5503,
RE/MAX Results
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6128731
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den/Office, Family/Rec
Primary bedroom
- Description: Spacious ensuite with dressing room and private bathroom. Overlooks amazing back yard
- Level: Upper
- Area: 374.4 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.6 x 24
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 179.58 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.6 x 12.3
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 122.96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.6 x 10.6
Dining room
- Description: Heated floor, spacious dining area and views of the back yard.
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Family room
- Description: Wonderful place to relax! Has gas stove
- Level: Main
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 23
Kitchen
- Description: Granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, maple cabinetry
- Level: Main
- Area: 153.47 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.3 x 14.9
Living room
- Description: Cozy woodburning fireplace, large picture window, hardwood floors,
- Level: Main
- Area: 332.22 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.7 x 22.6
Office
- Description: Great work space
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Rec room
- Description: Multi purpose, great space for a hobby room, play room or exercise room
- Area: 169.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.6 x 16
Heating
- Baseboard, Fireplace(s), In Floor Heat, Electric
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tiled Floors
- Basement: Partial,Bath,Family/Rec Room,Washer Hook-Ups,Dryer Hook-Ups
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,190 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,790
- Finished area below ground: 400
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, Common, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Watering System
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
Lot
- Size: 10 Acres
- Dimensions: 350 x 1300
- Features: Level, Rolling Slope
Details
- Additional structures: Pole Building, Loafing Shed
- Parcel number: 415001006370
- Other equipment: Air to Air Exchange
- Wooded area: 217800
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Minnesota Power
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Mound Septic
- Water: Private, Drilled
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Duluth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $204/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $468,500
- Annual tax amount: $5,162
- Date on market: 10/31/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $649,900+103.2%$204/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6128731 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2012 | Sold | $319,900$100/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6000523 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2012 | Listed for sale | $319,900$100/sqft |
Source: Edmunds Co. LLP #6000523 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,196 +6.6% | $468,500 +6.7% |
| 2025 | $4,876 +0.6% | $438,900 +1.3% |
| 2024 | $4,846 -4.9% | $433,200 +0.6% |
| 2023 | $5,094 +14.6% | $430,800 +1% |
| 2022 | $4,446 +2.8% | $426,400 +25.6% |
| 2021 | $4,326 | $339,400 +4.7% |
| 2020 | $4,326 | $324,100 |
| 2019 | $4,326 +19.8% | $324,100 +13.1% |
| 2018 | $3,612 -17.2% | $286,600 |
| 2017 | $4,362 +20.8% | $286,600 +15.4% |
| 2016 | $3,612 +15.7% | $248,300 +15.3% |
| 2015 | $3,122 +8.6% | $215,400 +1.1% |
| 2014 | $2,876 -21.4% | $213,100 -21.4% |
| 2013 | $3,657 +33.2% | $271,200 +25.9% |
| 2012 | $2,745 +6.1% | $215,400 -9.2% |
| 2011 | $2,586 +1.4% | $237,300 -2.1% |
| 2010 | $2,550 | $242,400 |
| 2009 | $2,550 -6.6% | $242,400 |
| 2008 | $2,732 +5.1% | $242,400 |
| 2007 | $2,600 -9.3% | $242,400 -6.6% |
| 2006 | $2,866 +18% | $259,400 +30.4% |
| 2004 | $2,429 +7.5% | $198,900 +10.8% |
| 2003 | $2,259 +7.4% | $179,500 +8.7% |
| 2002 | $2,104 -16.6% | $165,200 +8.5% |
| 2001 | $2,524 +11.6% | $152,300 +8.5% |
| 2000 | $2,262 | $140,400 |
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