Welcome to your Lake Vermilion Tranquil Island retreat. This charming rustic 2 bedroom log cabin situated on 39.25 acres with 3225 total feet of shoreline on both sides of Ely Island offers the ultimate privacy. The log cabin exudes timeless charm of a bygone era. The warm, inviting interior features a vaulted ceiling, stone wood- burning fireplace and wood floors. Enjoy breathtaking, panoramic views of the pristine waters. Island life provides endless opportunities for boating, fishing, kayaking, hiking and relaxing by the water's edge. Accessible only by boat, this log cabin is a gateway to a lifestyle of peace and adventure. Escape the crowds and immerse yourself in the natural beauty and quietude of beautiful Northern Minnesota!
Pending
$449,000
5262 Ely Is S, Tower, MN 55790
2beds
0baths
624sqft
Single Family
Built in 1950
39.25 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$720/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 354 days |
- 70 |
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sherry Anderson 218-780-1071,
Vermilion Land Office, Inc.
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6780806
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 0
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 91.08 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9x9.2
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 70.29 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9x7.1
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 85.14 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9x8.6
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 244.49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.11x13.5
Heating
- Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 624
- Total interior livable area: 624 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 624
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Lake, North, South
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Lake
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Lake Bottom(Rocky, Undeveloped)
- Frontage length: Water Frontage: 3225
Lot
- Size: 39.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 1476 x 1700
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Foundation area: 624
- Parcel number: 270002001350
- Zoning description: Shoreline,Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Log
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Wood
- Sewer: Outhouse
- Water: None
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Tower
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $720/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $4,599
- Date on market: 8/29/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 714 days
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Pending sale | $449,000$720/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6121632 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2026 | Contingent | $449,000$720/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6121632 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $449,000-8.4%$720/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #148939 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Listing removed | $490,000$785/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6115912 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2024 | Price change | $490,000-10.7%$785/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #147390 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $549,000$880/sqft |
Source: Range AOR #147390 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
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Neighborhood: 55790
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Tower-Soudan Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 3.4 mi
- 6/10Northeast Range SecondaryGrades: 7-12Distance: 16.8 mi
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